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A Day at Dollywood

A day at Dollywood can fill up quickly. Start with the rides or shows you most want to see, and leave some time for lunch and a stop at the craft shops.

Check Park HoursOfficial TicketsFind Your Cabin
2700 Dollywood Parks Blvd, Pigeon Forge Open seasonally Prices depend on your date and ticket Set aside a full day

Before You Go

Tickets
Buy tickets on Dollywood’s website for the date you plan to visit.
Parking
General parking is $25 per vehicle. Preferred parking costs extra.
Opening Time
Use the park calendar for your date. Allow time to park and get through security.
Crowds
School breaks and holidays affect crowds. A weekday is no guarantee of short lines.
Dining
Aunt Granny’s serves Southern food family-style at the table.
Season Passes
Visiting more than once? Compare the pass price with your tickets. Gold includes general parking; Silver does not.

Dollywood Properties

Splash Country is next to the theme park and requires its own admission or a two-park ticket. DreamMore and HeartSong are Dollywood’s hotels.

Dollywood Theme Park

2700 Dollywood Parks Blvd, Pigeon Forge
See the park calendar for daily hours
Coasters, family rides, live shows, and Appalachian crafts
Official tickets

Dollywood's Splash Country

Adjacent to theme park
Seasonal water park
Water slides, wave pool, lazy river
Separate admission or two-park ticket Water park information

Dollywood's DreamMore Resort & Spa

2525 DreamMore Way, Pigeon Forge
Year-round
Pools, a spa, and restaurants. Registered guests can take the resort trolley to the parks.
DreamMore information

HeartSong Lodge & Resort

1210 Dollywood Resorts Blvd, Pigeon Forge
Year-round
Lodge-style hotel with restaurants and pools
HeartSong information

Details verified October 1, 2026. For current prices, hours, and pass benefits, use the Dollywood links below.

Planning the Day

Start with the rides you want to do

Let everyone pick a ride. Check the height requirements before you join a line, especially with younger children. If a child is too small, ask the attendant about Parent Swap so the adults can take turns.

Leave time for lunch

Aunt Granny’s is an option when you want to sit down. Food comes to the table family-style, so take a look at the menu together before deciding.

Look at the show schedule when you arrive

Note the time of anything you want to see before heading off to the rides. During Harvest Festival, you may want to stay for the pumpkin displays after dark.

Fall and Christmas Festivals

Festival dates cover the season, but the park may be closed on individual days. Check your date before buying tickets.

Harvest Festival

September 14 to October 31, 2026

Evening pumpkin displays at Great Pumpkin LumiNights. See festival details.

Smoky Mountain Christmas

November 6, 2026 to January 3, 2027

Christmas shows and holiday lights throughout the park. See festival details.
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Dollywood Links

Operating calendar Tickets Parking Festivals Aunt Granny’s menu

Common Questions

Where is Dollywood?
Dollywood is at 2700 Dollywood Parks Blvd, Pigeon Forge, Tennessee 37863.
Should I buy Dollywood tickets in advance?
Buying online saves a stop at the ticket window. Choose your visit date on Dollywood’s website. You’ll still go through security and wait in ride lines.
How much does parking cost?
General parking is $25 per vehicle. Preferred parking costs extra. Gold passes include general parking; Silver passes do not.
What time does Dollywood open?
It depends on the day. Dollywood’s operating calendar lists opening and closing times, including days when the park is closed.
Is Splash Country included in a Dollywood ticket?
A standard Dollywood theme park ticket does not include Splash Country. You’ll need separate water park admission or a ticket or pass that includes both parks.
How long should we spend at Dollywood?
Plan on a full day. Walking between rides and waiting in line take time, and you’ll want a break for lunch.
What is Aunt Granny’s Restaurant like?
It’s a Southern restaurant in Rivertown Junction, with food served family-style at your table. The menu link above lists the dishes.
Can cabin guests use the Dollywood resort trolley?
No. The resort trolley is for registered guests of Dollywood’s resorts.