Dollywood confirms Aug. 19 opening for NightFlight Expedition coaster/whitewater hybrid
Dollywood 2026 ride will be the world’s first indoor family hybrid coaster and whitewater river raft ride.
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Dollywood launches first-ever Harvey’s Boo Bash for three event nights only
Dollywood is introducing its first-ever after-hours Halloween event, Harvey’s Boo Bash, with just three nights of limited-capacity fun featuring NightFlight Expedition, Great Pumpkin LumiNights, trick-or-treating, and more.
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Dollywood’s appreciation days return as theme parks get strategic with deals
Dollywood is bringing back its Public Employee Appreciation Days for spring 2026, offering $59 one-day tickets to military members, first responders, teachers, healthcare workers, and other public employees. Available for visits April 13 through May 17, the limited-time offer also includes savings on season passes and on-site resorts, giving guests multiple ways to extend their experience. As part of a growing industry trend, Dollywood’s promotion highlights how theme parks are creating more deals tied to specific audiences.
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Dollywood’s Splash Country adds Neon Nights, upgraded cabanas, and new food (2026)
Dollywood’s Splash Country is reopening for its 26th season with several new additions, including the Neon Nights after-hours event, upgraded cabana-style retreats, fresh food offerings, and a new cashless payment system for summer 2026.
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Herschend, Dollywood owner, acquiring Silverwood Theme Park
Herschend Family Entertainment Corporation will acquire Silverwood Theme Park and Boulder Beach Water Park in Athol, Idaho.
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Dollywood expands one-day-only themed experience
Dollywood will host the 925 “fan flight” from Orlando with in-flight Dolly Parton-themed trivia, entertainment, and discounts.
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Dollywood nighttime Halloween event coming in 2026
Dollywood will introduce a new nighttime Halloween event called Harvey’s Boo Bash in October 2026 as an after-hours, separate-ticket party.
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Dollywood owner Herschend closes two properties following Palace acquisition
Herschend Family Entertainment permanently closed Malibu Norcross and Mountasia, two family fun centers near Atlanta, Ga.
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Dollywood’s 2026 ride revealed, Epic Universe Stardust Racers remains closed after guest’s death, and more news! – The Attractions Podcast
The Attractions Podcast: Dollywood’s 2026 ride revealed, plus the latest theme park updates and more from Attractions Magazine.
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‘Run Dollywood’ to debut in 2026 as inaugural race weekend
Run Dollywood, a series of running events, will launch in 2026 featuring a half-marathon race as well as a 5k, 10k, and 1-mile fun run.
