Dollywood family amusement park is the top destination for family vacations in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, nestled in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains.
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Apr 23, 2025
Oh man this park is amazing, cinnamon bread, 11 out of 10. Big Bear Mountain, best family coaster I’ve ridden in my ENTIRE life. Customer service was great, got in quick, lines weren’t long. Lightnin…Full review by Jone G
Apr 23, 2025
It is a great little theme park, manageable in one day during off season. We love the story of Dolly and her life. Of course we have to have cinnamon bread.Full review by vlbrown56
Apr 21, 2025
We love Dolly so while vacationing in Tennessee we decided to visit her park. It is clean and appealing to stroll the grounds. Staff everywhere are friendly and food options are plenty even if they …Full review by Newsbyscott
I've never been to Dollywood. Was considering going the 1st weekend of May and going to the park on a Friday instead of Saturday. Anyone ever been this time of year? Is Friday less crowded than Saturday? Also, is it really so crowded that I would need to pay extra for Reserved Parking? Any suggestions/pointers for 1st-timers are appreciated.
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First weekend in May may be less crowded. I have been Mothers Day weekend on Saturday and it was extremely crowded. We had very long wait time for rides. I notice …
First weekend in May may be less crowded. I have been Mothers Day weekend on Saturday and it was extremely crowded. We had very long wait time for rides. I notice there are no big events the first weekend in May in Pigeon Forge. There are big events on the second and third weekend. Then Memorial Day weekend. I don't think you need to reserve parking. I would get there before the park opens because there may be a line of cars to get in. Then you wait for trolly to pick you up to take you to the entrance. Look up the schedule of the shows for the day. Select the ones you want to see and try to plan so you are not backtracking or criss crossing the park. You will be able to do more if you do rides in areas where there is a show you want to see.
There are three levels of season passes, silver, gold and platinum. Gold is best option and is about $245 normally. Dollywood is very supportive of military and offers better …
There are three levels of season passes, silver, gold and platinum. Gold is best option and is about $245 normally. Dollywood is very supportive of military and offers better discounts than most. You have to enter you're proof of being in military on website to get pricing.
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