We’re two weeks (and some change) from opening for the 2021 season. The buzz of excitement is evident in Dollywood offices and as you walk around the park. Today, we invited the media in for a sneak peek of our plans for the year. We were so grateful to have had a strong finish [...]
I know it’s a burning question: What entertainment options will Dollywood have when the park opens for the 2021 season? I’m quite delighted to tell you what’s in the works because there are three new shows and familiar faces! Before jumping into the details, I want to give you a heads up about four [...]
From the off-season files: What’s going on in Dollywood’s Wardrobe Department? January and February used to be a slow time of year, but there’s no time for a slowdown anymore. This period is the window to prepare for the year ahead. The Wardrobe Team is tasked with costuming all Dollywood Company hosts—that is, people [...]
I believe in Santa Claus. From as early as I can remember until last year, I have always believed in that wonderful man in the red suit with the white beard and the bag filled with presents and yumminess and the love that wraps it all up in a bow. But as the 2020 [...]
Dollywood’s Smoky Mountain Christmas is family tradition for our guests and hosts. For many of them, this tradition wouldn’t be the same without seeing a performance of Christmas in the Smokies. Part of what makes this show such a special tradition, is the performers who take the stage each and every year. This is Haylee [...]
Dollywood’s holiday entertainment is at the heart of many cherished Christmas traditions. This year during Smoky Mountain Christmas, you will enjoy a blend of beloved holiday favorites and new entertainment options that are sure to quickly become new traditions and special family memories. In all, we have about 40 scheduled performances each day during [...]
Dollywood’s Smoky Mountain String Band is one of my favorite entertainment options at Dollywood. There is just something about upbeat bluegrass music that really says Dollywood and the Great Smoky Mountains. The banjo, fiddle, guitar and bass accompany the band members’ voices perfectly as they sing some of my favorites like Dolly’s Daddy was an [...]
Did you see “Christmas at Dollywood” on Hallmark Channel yet?? You should! It has many things going for it: Dolly Parton, Dollywood, Christmas… You know, all the best elements to make a great movie. This rom com [aka romantic comedy] had my attention from start to finish, but because I received more than one [...]
Here at Dollywood we have several different talented bands, groups and performers who keep you all entertained while you’re at the park. One of my personal favorites is our very own Smoky Mountain String Band—and let me tell you, they are just as entertaining off stage as they are on. As a Dollywood Publicist, [...]
When Dolly Parton’s name is on the place, it’s a pretty safe bet that the entertainment found inside is going to be top-notch. Well, that certainly is the case here at Dollywood. In fact, we’ve won Amusement Today’s Golden Ticket award for Best Theme Park Shows for the past 10 years. Yes, a decade [...]
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