For committed shade-worshipper Olivia Singer, an American vacation brought her face to face with sun damage – and the journey ...

If you want to explore somewhere off the beaten path with your kids, there are some truly unique places to visit in the US. Whether they boast one-of-a-kind accommodations like themed hotel suites or ...

Dollywood's Splash Country water park in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, opens for its 25th season on May 10. The park features 16 rides, a wave pool, lazy river, and live music performances. New food ...

The oldest rides still at Dollywood are the Dollywood Express, Blazing Fury and the Smoky Mountain River Rampage. The Dollywood Express dates back to Dollywood's predecessor Rebel Railroad ...

Dolly Parton became a joint owner of the park when it was rebranded as Dollywood in 1986 Emily Blackwood is a writer and editor at PEOPLE. She has been working at PEOPLE since 2023. Her work has ...

Dollywood opened May 3, 1986. On May 2, 2025, Parton and other partners in the popular Pigeon Forge destination toasted the anniversary appropriately, with glasses of sweet tea. May 2 also marked ...

How does Dolly Parton celebrate 40 years of Dollywood? By popping out of a giant cake! At Dollywood on May 2, Parton went back to when it all started. The moment was a nod to the park's first ...

Summer is almost here, and Dollywood’s Splash Country is ready to help you cool off. The award-winning Pigeon Forge water park opens May 10 for its 25th anniversary season. “When I think about ...

PIGEON FORGE, Tenn. (WCYB) — Dolly Parton returned to Dollywood to celebrate the theme park's 40th anniversary, marking a significant milestone for the beloved theme park. During an exclusive ...

PIGEON FORGE, Tenn. (WATE) — On Friday, Dollywood is celebrating the 40th anniversary of the park’s first opening day. Over the May 2-4 weekend, Dollywood’s 40th Anniversary Weekend is ...

The iconic country music star, actress, businesswoman and philanthropist has co-owned Dollywood since 1986 and has helped it grow into one of the most popular attractions in her home state of ...

PIGEON FORGE, Tenn. (WJHL) — Whether it’s a seasonal performance, a dinner show, or “The Chicken Lady,” Dollywood offers entertainment for all ages. News Channel 11’s Anslee Daniel ...