Festivals and Events
Christmas Traditions Begin Here
Smoky Mountain Christmas
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See the Smokies’ most spectacular light display and a lineup of live Christmas shows that celebrate the true meaning of Christmas, all at Dollywood.
November 10 - January 05
Throughout the Park
Barbeque & Bluegrass
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Dollywood’s popular Barbeque & Bluegrass Festival adds an extra week in 2018 and includes performances by Rhonda Vincent & The Rage, Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver, Dailey & Vincent, The Grascals, and many more.
Throughout the Park
Festival of Nations
Dollywood's Festival of Nations displays the most captivating entertainment from around the world during celebration of music, dance, food and art.
Throughout the Park
Harvest Festival
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Watch the leaves change in the Great Smoky Mountains while surrounded by the uplifting sounds of Southern Gospel. Stick around when the sun goes down for an even larger Great Pumpkin LumiNights experience during this season's Harvest Festival Presented by Humana.
Throughout the Park
Rock the Smokies
Experience a time of worship unlike any other during Dollywood’s Rock the Smokies featuring a number of the genre’s biggest acts, including For King & Country and Zach Williams.
Throughout the Park
Summer Celebration
Dollywood’s Summer Celebration is just that—a time to celebrate making memories with family at a place everyone enjoys! This summertime event features extended park hours, exciting summer entertainment and nightly fireworks.Throughout the Park
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