A few days ago, I got to attend a press conference at Dollywood, where we got a sneak peek of what to expect for the Dollywood 30th Anniversary Season. Dollywood is located in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, and ever since I was little, I have always been a fan of Dolly Parton. She is an amazing singer, actor, and business owner, so I couldn’t wait to hear what she had planned for the upcoming year in celebration of the Dollywood 30th Anniversary.
What To Expect For The Dollywood 30th Anniversary Seaon
I remember going to Dollywood a few years back with my family. Dollywood is very family oriented with activities appropriate for all ages. This is not always the case at many theme parks I have experienced. Dolly Parton takes pride in her park being a place where families can come together and have a wonderful time and the Dollywood 30th Anniversary season promises even more family fun.
Dollywood DreamMore Resort
Dolly Parton spoke about the new DreamMore Resort that is set to open later this year. Dolly Parton spoke of continuing the tradition of affordability, while also offering great amenities and there will also be more upscale accommodations for guests who are interested in that option. Rooms will start at around $170 a night and reservations are being accepted now.
Showcase Of The Stars Concert Series
In order to celebrate the Dollywood 30th Anniversary, Parton added that Dollywood will be adding something new to their park every month this year. They will be bringing back the Showcases of the Stars Concert Series this year. Dolly will be kicking off the series herself. Many more artists will be involved, including Kenny Rogers later in the season. The goal is to use the concert series to raise $1,000,000 to then be donated to Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library.
Festival Of Nations
The Festival of Nations will also continue in the Dollywood 30th Anniversary Season. The Festival of Nations allows you to see performers from all around the world, and luckily, we got a sample of that. Dolly Parton left the stage for a bit and allowed us to see three different groups perform: from Argentina, Canada, and Ireland. They all did amazingly well and it was great to get to hear and see song and dance from different cultures. I think seeing some of the performances from the Festival of Nations is definitely a must do for the whole family.
Where Can I See Dolly This Year?
Dolly Parton will not be touring in support of an album this year but she will be doing a few performances at Dollywood, and for charities and things of that nature. She also recently launched Dollyparton.com where you can get all kinds of information on her music, her projects and her life. She also started her own production company and will be doing several projects including TV movies and holiday specials this year, so be sure to keep an eye out for that.
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Looked like a great trip and lots of fun.
I really want to get down there. I am going to try hard to make it happen sometime over the next few years.
You definitely should. If you come during the summer her waterpark, Splash Country, will be open, too.
I have always wanted to go to Dollywood. Dolly Parton is such a great singer and actress. I can’t wait to see what upcoming movies she will be in.
Wow Dolly has really been busy! This sounds like an awesome event and I’m glad she has so much ahead of her!
I can’t believe she is still as active as ever. She is awesome!
She really is. She keeps herself extremely busy.
I have never had the pleasure of going to DollyWood, but I have seen it on TV and it looks so fun! I would love to go!
I have never been to Dolly wood although I think it would be a blast! I have such High regards for Dolly!
I love Dollywood. I haven’t been in ages though!
I bet this was a lot of fun. I wish I could have been there. Your pictures make me feel like I was with you.
I have never been to Dollywood. Sounds like fun though!
I love Dolly Parton. She is a force. Did you know she has a program where kids under 5 can get free reading books sent in the mail each month. And I mean really free. I think that is so cool. Yay Dolly. Plus, I love Dollywood too!
I do. Part of the money from some of the things she is doing this summer is going to her literacy program. 🙂
I have always loved Dolly and I think she looks great for her age. I would really enjoy seeing her sing live.
I am not really a fan of her music, but I gotta say, her hair always looks amazing 🙂
Wow 30 years! That’s awesome! Congrats to her