Dollywood’s Smoky Mountain Christmas is a never-miss event for my family. It’s incredible for many different reasons. I’ll give you five: 1.) The lights are spectacular—and there are even more this year. 2.) The shows are fantastic. 3.) The stores are full of unique gifts. 4.) Santa Claus and Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer are [...]

The Harvest Festival at Dollywood shouldn’t be missed for many reasons. Obviously, Great Pumpkin LumiNights and the Southern Gospel Jubilee are among those. Our family wants to make sure you don’t miss the treats! Don’t miss your chance to enjoy event exclusives like Pumpkin Spice Funnel Cakes, Caramel Apple Sundaes, and Candy Corn Cotton [...]

Dollywood has so many restaurants and dining options, choosing what to eat is the hardest part! Here’s a rundown on each of the Dollywood restaurants and what to expect from each one. Quick Guide- On the Dollywood website, restaurants are described one of four ways. Here’s the difference: -Buffet: You’ll go down a line [...]

There’s nothing quite like eating while on vacation at Dollywood. It’s that special time of the year when the calories from those Red’s Drive-In french fries don’t count and you never feel the need to say, “no, thanks,” to that extra bite of a funnel cake from Splinter’s on your way through Wilderness Pass. [...]

If you are planning an upcoming trip to Dollywood, you are probably making some important lists (such as what to pack, which shows to catch, the rides you mustn’t miss, and your top dining picks). There’s one more list you should make if you are like me, though, and have the desire to make [...]

When my family spends a day at Dollywood, we like to use our mid-day meal as not only time to fill our bellies with some of the awesome food the park has to offer, but also as a chance to get inside and enjoy some AC. There are seven eateries in Dollywood that offer [...]

I get it. You have concerns about healthy eating when you visit a theme park. I mean after all, around every corner there is delicious food tempting you. While there IS plenty of tempting food at Dollywood, you can actually find mouthwatering AND healthy items if you look for them. Whether you have an allergy/sensitivity, [...]

I would call Aunt Granny’s Restaurant Dollywood’s flagship eatery. It opened for the park’s inaugural season in 1986 with a buffet FULL of Southern favorites. This year, it has a new look and a new partner, but I’m thrilled to tell you, it has the same Southern dishes with some tasty newcomers. If you’re [...]