Hershey Park has apologized after its official social media account used a tribute to Dolly Parton to promote the amusement park’s discounted ticket prices.
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Dolly Parton Cause of Death Revealed After Private Cancer Battle
The cause of death for country music legend Dolly Parton has now been revealed, one day after the beloved singer, songwriter, actress, and philanthropist died at the age of 80. Parton died following a brief battle with cancer, according to her representatives,...
Dollywood Will Remain Open Following Dolly Parton’s Death as Park Vows ‘The Show Must Go On’
Dollywood will continue welcoming guests following the death of its beloved namesake, Dolly Parton, with the Tennessee theme park revealing that keeping the gates open was exactly what the country music legend wanted. Parton died Tuesday, August 25, at the age of 80,...
Dolly Parton Dies at 80 After a Lifetime of Making the World Brighter
Some people become famous, some become legends, and every so often, someone becomes so woven into the fabric of American life that it becomes difficult to remember a world without them. Dolly Parton was one of those people. The singer, songwriter, actress,...
You No Longer Have to Go to Dollywood to Buy Her World Famous Cinammon Bread
For many visitors, cinnamon bread has become one of the foods most closely associated with Dollywood in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. The sweet pull-apart loaf is baked fresh throughout the day at the park's historic Grist Mill and is typically served with buttercream...
Dollywood Top Theme Park Honors Keep Piling Up as Tennessee Favorite Beats Disney and Universal Again
While Disney and Universal continue battling for dominance in Florida and California, a theme park tucked away in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains keeps quietly collecting awards. Dollywood has once again been recognized as the top theme park in America,...
Dollywood Monopoly Game Lets Fans Take Home a Piece of the Park
If you’ve ever wanted to own a piece of Dollywood, there’s now a new way to do it—without dropping thousands on vacations and season passes. The newly released Dollywood Monopoly game is bringing the park experience straight to your table. The officially licensed...
Dollywood Announces One-Time Orlando to Tennessee Inflight Experience
Dollywood and Allegiant Air have announced a one-time themed flight from Orlando FL to East Tennessee. The flight, titled Flight #925: Destination Dollywood, is scheduled to depart November 6, 2026. The flight will operate between Orlando Sanford International Airport...
Dollywood Adding Family-Friendly Halloween Event in 2026 Called Harvey’s Boo Bash
Dollywood has announced a new after-hours Halloween offering scheduled for the 2026 season. According to its official press release dated October 28, 2025, the event will be called Harvey’s Boo Bash and will take place on three Friday nights: October 16, 23 and 30, 2026.
Walt Disney World Popularity Plummets by Over 26% in Last 5 Years, According to Forbes — Data Shows Growing Interest for Dollywood
According to a new Forbes analysis by Caroline Reid, Walt Disney World theme parks have seen a staggering 26% drop in popularity over the last five years — a trend that raises serious questions about the health of Disney’s once-unbeatable parks division.
Disney World Now Cheaper Than Dollywood for Florida Residents This Holiday Season Following Slow Summer
Walt Disney World has rolled out a surprising new deal for Florida residents that makes a day at Disney actually cheaper than Dollywood. The limited-time offer slashes daily ticket costs to just $70 per day—a number that not only undercuts Disney’s usual steep pricing but also places it below Dollywood’s standard one-day admission.
Dollywood Tops Disney Parks in Guest Experience Award for Sixth Consecutive Year
Dollywood has once again ranked above Disney parks taking the Amusement Today Golden Ticket Award for Best Guest Experience. This marks the sixth time the Tennessee theme park has achieved that honor. The park secured three major awards in total at the same ceremony: Best Guest Experience, Best Kids’ Area, and Best Family Coaster.
Dollywood Owner Sells California Theme Park Assets in Strategic Exit
The parent company of Dollywood, Herschend Family Entertainment (HFE), has completed the sale of its California-based park assets. The transaction marks Herschend’s exit from the West Coast market and was confirmed through company filings and public statements.