Dollywood Season Passholders receive many AMAZING benefits but one of my family’s favorite passholder perks is the Bring-A-Friend (BAF) tickets that we receive each year. There are some new updates to the 2023 BAF tickets, so whether you are a new Passholder or a returning one, this blog will examine what Bring-A-Friend tickets are, [...]
If you are like me, you’ve opted to be the bag holder while your friends enjoy the thrills of riding theme park roller coasters. And, if this does resonate, you may be wondering if Dollywood is worth the trip if you don’t ride roller coasters. The short answer is YES! From the shows and [...]
Are you planning a trip to Dollywood this year? As a frequent visitor of the park, friends often ask me when is the best time of year to go and what is on my do-not-miss list. New or first-time guests are usually surprised to discover that Dollywood has four unique festivals throughout the operating [...]
I have visited Dollywood every year for my entire life. I would like to think I know a lot about the park. But when I visited my favorite theme park this past summer with a friend, I learned something from her that I had no clue about—how to use lockers at Dollywood! To be [...]
It’s my personal opinion that the Great Smoky Mountains are truly at their best during the fall and winter months. While I love Dollywood’s Flower & Food Festival and Smoky Mountain Summer Celebration, there is something super special about the seasonal showcase of holidays at Dollywood from late September with Harvest Festival featuring Great [...]
I ran my first 5k at Dollywood! That’s right. Dollywood hosts an annual race called Light the Way 5k. I wasn’t quite sure what to expect. I knew that it was scheduled late at night after the park closed so participants could enjoy an empty park glowing with millions of Christmas lights. I didn’t [...]
‘Twas the night before Dollywood when all through the house, everyone was excited, even my spouse! Their shoes were all lined up by the door with care, and all they could talk about is how they couldn’t wait for tomorrow to be here. If you’ve been to Dollywood, you know that it’s an incredible [...]
Editor's Note: This blog was originally posted Nov. 29, 2021. As a plus-sized person who is also an adrenaline junkie, one of my biggest fears in visiting any theme park is my ability to fit on the rides and attractions. It can be somewhat nerve wracking to wait in line for a ride that [...]
Visiting Dollywood is fun for people of all ages, but if you or a family member have accessibility needs, you may be a bit apprehensive about your visit to the park. Thankfully, Dollywood has you covered with amazingly helpful hosts (what Dollywood calls employees) and hospitality services. I recently visited the park with my [...]
Dollywood is a great way to spend a family day together. Adding learning to your day of fun is homeschool perfection!! First off, here are a few pro tips for planning a fantastic day: The Dollywood app is key for finding showtimes and mapping out your route through the park. Dollywood dedicates specific Homeschool [...]
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