The iconic country music star, actress, businesswoman and philanthropist has co-owned Dollywood since 1986 and has helped it grow into one of the most popular attractions in her home state of ...

During a press conference in November 1999, Dolly Parton announced her plans to open a new water park adjacent to Dollywood ... opened with classic water attractions: a lazy river, wave ...

The oldest rides still at Dollywood are the Dollywood Express, Blazing Fury and the Smoky Mountain River Rampage. The Dollywood Express dates back to Dollywood's predecessor Rebel Railroad ...

Dollywood is celebrating its 40th season this year. Some of the park's rides have been amusing visitors for just as long. The more than 50 rides and attractions at Dollywood give visitors today ...

Dollywood's DreamMore and HeartSong resorts, in particular, had strong showings. Check out the 2025 USA TODAY 10BEST Readers’ Choice Awards honorees and where local attractions placed.

From Southern comfort food to live shows and a nostalgic train ride, here are some ideas of what to do at Dollywood — no ...

Dollywood's Splash Country water park in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, opens for its 25th season on May 10. The park features 16 rides, a wave pool, lazy river, and live music performances. New food ...

Amy Lynn takes us to Dollywood to talk with Wes Ramey about the rides and attractions at the theme park. Ramey talks about the national draw of the rollercoasters. Amy takes us back to when some ...