Exciting New Shows and Beloved Returning Favorites at Dollywood’s 40th Season: Your Ultimate Guide to Tickets for 2025!

Dollywood is currently closed for winter, but Dolly Parton and her team are busy behind the scenes. They’re gearing up for an exciting 40th anniversary celebration!

Dolly founded Dollywood in 1986 with a simple goal: to create a joyful space for families. That vision has flourished over four decades, filled with thrilling rides, captivating shows, delicious food, and, of course, endless fun.

As the park prepares for its milestone celebration, more details will be revealed before the season opens on March 14. Here’s a sneak peek of what’s in store!

Celebrating 40 Years of Fun

Dollywood will celebrate its 40th anniversary with special events throughout the year. Many festivities will be part of the park’s seasonal festivals. Here’s what you can expect:

• A new opening ceremony every operating day in 2025.
• A special anniversary show showcasing popular moments from Dollywood’s history, starting Memorial Day weekend.
• A spectacular drone and fireworks show during the Smoky Mountain Summer Celebration.
• The Imagination Playhouse, featuring plays based on Dolly’s Imagination Library books, will become a permanent attraction from March to September.
• The cherished film “Heartsong: The Movie” will be remastered and featured at the Dreamsong Theater.
• Country Fair will get a colorful refresh during the 2025 season.
• This area will transform into “Candy Corn Country” during the Harvest Festival.
• Favorites like “Peppermint Valley” will return for the Smoky Mountain Christmas celebration.

Festival Dates to Remember

The excitement kicks off with the I Will Always Love You Music Festival from March 14 to April 13, celebrating the art of songwriting. Plus, the following seasonal festivals will be part of the celebration:

• Flower and Food Festival | April 18 – June 8
• Smoky Mountain Summer Celebration | June 14 – August 3
• Harvest Festival | September 12 – October 27
• Smoky Mountain Christmas Festival | November 1 – January 4

Getting Tickets

If you’re eager to join in the fun, season passes for 2025 are available now, ranging from $169 to $244, plus tax. You can find more information on Dollywood’s official site.

Local residents can grab the “Volunteer Summer Pass,” which is $129 and good for visits from April 21 to September 11. Check which zip codes qualify on the Dollywood website.

Stay tuned for more updates as Dollywood gears up for a year filled with unforgettable memories!