When your Dollywood trip is getting close enough for you to check the forecast and you see a high chance of rain, your first reaction may be disappointment. But for me, rain in the forecast is a blessing. Rainy days at Dollywood are my favorite. Why? You ask. I’ll tell you. During the spring, [...]

Whether you’re planning a one-time visit or you are a Season Passholder, the Dollywood App makes your park life easier. Here are the most frequently used features that I use when I’m there. 1. BEFORE YOUR VISIT Dates and Hours: We always try to get to the park gates first thing in the morning. [...]

If you are a runner, you have dreamed of crossing many finish lines. Perhaps you’ve even pondered the ultimate runner’s goal – completing a full marathon (26.2 miles). This weekend, the Covenant Health Knoxville Marathon will fill the streets of nearby Knoxville, Tennessee, as runners attempt to earn that coveted medal. Why not make [...]

Dollywood is home to more than 50 rides and attractions (not counting the shops, shows and restaurants!), so you may wonder when you walk into the park for the first time…”where do I begin?” Fortunately, there’s no wrong way to start your first day at Dollywood. But if you’re feeling overwhelmed by all of [...]

Any day spent at Dollywood should be awesome, right? But how can you make sure to have your best day? Here are my Top 5 Tips for How to Build a Perfect Dollywood Day. Keep your day interesting by alternating between shows and rides. There are many things to experience at Dollywood, and alternating [...]

There may be frost on the ground right now, but East Tennessee is anticipating some exciting spring growth – both at Dollywood and within the winding trails of the Smoky Mountains! This May, Dollywood will unveil its largest expansion ever - Wildwood Grove! This new area will echo the spirit of the Great Smoky [...]

I love Dollywood because it holds special memories from my childhood—but what I love about it even more now is that my kids love it, too. From the moment we leave the park, my boys are already asking when we’ll get to go to Dollywood again. To help them get through the off-season wait, [...]

Before I ever set foot on Dollywood soil, I remember a dear friend telling me about the wonderful work the hosts at Dollywood do to make their theme park accessible for their guests with special needs. It was one of the very first things that endeared me to Dollywood and solidified my love for [...]

Did you get an engagement ring for Christmas? Or do you have a friend whose engagement you want to celebrate?  These ideas could even work for a bachelor party, if that is coming up for you or someone you know. My daughter Annie’s bridesmaids planned a very special bachelorette party for her at Dollywood, [...]

Smoky Mountain Christmas may just be my favorite Dollywood season. As a huge Christmas nerd, Smoky Mountain Christmas calls to my heart. But how do you keep yourself and your family warm during a Tennessee winter? Here are my top tips for staying warm at Dollywood during this season! Know how to dress! Check [...]