Back to list

Dollywood Tickets

2700 Dollywood Parks Boulevard • Pigeon Forge, TN 37863

View on Map

People walk past a festive building adorned with numerous Christmas lights at night.

Exterior view of the Showstreet Palace Theater at night, festively decorated with lights and a sign for Dollywood's Smoky Mountain Christmas.

Performers in period costumes sing on stage with snowy forest scenery in the background.

Entrance sign for "Wild Eagle" roller coaster at dusk, surrounded by trees and an illuminated building in the background.

View Gallery

Starting at

$92.00

Total Price: $103.27 (USD)

Book Now

Our Customers Rate It:

Very Good!

INSTANT CONFIRMATION

NO SERVICE FEES

Celebrate the Magic of the Season at Dollywood's Smoky Mountain Christmas, November 1, 2024–January 5, 2025.

Authorized Reseller

Details

Map

FAQs

Select Tickets

Overview

Get your Dollywood tickets to experience the top-rated 160-acre Dollywood theme park in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee—offering over 50 rides, shows, and attractions. Enjoy thrilling roller coasters, family-friendly entertainment, the South’s largest festivals, craft demonstrations, and themed areas like Wildwood Grove and Country Fair designed especially for kids.

1 or more people

Good To Know

All rides and shows are included with your Dollywood theme park tickets (except special ticketed events).
Wheelchairs, strollers, and lockers are available for rent.
Wear comfortable shoes.
Re-enter the park on the same day with a hand stamp.
Home to six of the south's largest festivals.
Features more than 50 rides and attractions.
Working craftsmen demonstrating within the park.
Food available throughout the park.
Rain checks available.
Dog boarding available at Doggywood for Dollywood or Dollywood's Splash Country guests. Reservations recommended.

Description

Dolly Parton’s Dollywood in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, is recognized as one of the world’s best theme parks. Spanning 160 acres in the Great Smoky Mountains, Dollywood theme park offers over 50 award-winning theme park rides, exclusive shows and entertainment, craft demonstrations, unique shops and delicious dining options the whole family will enjoy.

Thrilling Rides for All Ages
With your Dollywood tickets, you can experience thrilling roller coasters like Lightning Rod and Wild Eagle, America's first wing coaster. Families will love Big Bear Mountain, Dollywood's longest coaster with a 39-inch minimum height requirement. Fly through the air on Barnstormer thrill ride featuring two swinging pendulums that reach a height of 81 feet in the air. There are lots of rides and attractions in Country Fair and Wildwood Grove for the little ones, too.

Entertainment and Crafts
While not riding rides, you will find plenty of other entertaining options throughout the park. See The Kingdom Heirs quartet at the Showstreet Palace Theater and listen to string bands performing authentic mountain music in the Back Porch Theater and Showstreet Gazebo. Watch master craftsmen demonstrations and shop for hand-crafted gifts in Craftsman's Valley. Explore a variety of festival foods and find the perfect souvenirs at a variety of shops at Dollywood.

Festivals & Events
Dollywood's award-winning festivals and events span the entire year, celebrating each wonderful and unique season with incredible decor, delicious food, showstopping entertainment, and more!

I Will Always Love You Music Festival
March 9–April 14, 2024
Kick off the 2024 season with a festive event commemorating the art of songwriting and the stories behind the songs.
Flower & Food Festival
April 19–June 9, 2024
Explore larger-than-life blooming sculptures, dance under a picturesque umbrella sky, indulge in garden-fresh flavors, and enjoy all-new indoor and outdoor entertainment.
Smoky Mountain Summer Celebration
June 15–August 11, 2024
Sun-kissed days in the Smoky Mountains mean celebrating family fun at a place everyone can enjoy! With extended hours, there's a full day ahead, including exhilarating rides on world-class coasters, showstopping live entertainment, plus nightly fireworks and a drone spectacular.
Harvest Festival
September 9–October 28, 2024
Brilliant colors, mouthwatering flavors, and enchanting evening glow: Experience the greatest fall moments in the Smoky Mountains during America's #1 Fall Family event, as voted by USA Today readers.

Dollywood's Smoky Mountain Christmas:
This legendary holiday event features over 6 million lights and runs from November 1, 2024, to January 5, 2025, offering guests a magical Christmas experience. Alongside beautiful lights, guests can enjoy a variety of attractions and experiences, including:

Wildwood Grove transforms into a snowy wonderland with the new Snow in the Grove experience, featuring falling snow and the Wildwood Tree lighting up every evening. Dollywood’s Christmas characters Roly and Poly join the fun as the snow descends.
Merry and Bright! fireworks show returns on Friday and Saturday evenings, capping off each festive day.
Christmas Reflections light installation debuts in Rivertown, with five beautifully decorated trees reflecting on the pond.

Guests will delight in the delicious holiday menu created by Dollywood’s chefs. From hearty rosemary garlic white pizza to warm holiday stuffing stackers and tomato florentine soup, food connoisseurs are sure to find something to love. For those with a sweet tooth, Dollywood has a wide array of treats to offer, including red velvet whoopie pies, peppermint twist cupcakes, traditional sugar cookies, gingerbread people and more!
During the holidays, guests can experience the thrill of Dollywood’s world-class rides, as most attractions are operational during the Christmas season. From these rides, guests can take in the dazzling display of millions of lights shining down below.

Plan Your Visit
Dollywood operates from mid-March through early January. Tickets to Dollywood include all rides and attractions (except for paid games), museums, crafts, and shows (except for special ticketed events). Operating days and hours vary.

Promotional Images (62)

Four people in period costumes, three standing and one sitting in a sleigh, sing against a snowy backdrop, with the sleigh adorned with a red bow and greenery.

Nighttime theme park ride with a "Mystery Mine" sign, adorned with festive lights and decorations.

Entrance sign to Wildwood Grove, decorated with blue and green lights, surrounded by illuminated trees at night.

Holiday lights and greenery adorn a fence in front of a blurred, lit-up structure with wheel decorations against a dark evening sky.

Colorful sign reads "Dollywood Smoky Mountain Christmas" surrounded by holiday decorations and lights.

Photos from our Staff (2)

Dollywood photo submitted by Anne Mercer

Customer Photos (138)

Dollywood photo submitted by Desaray Cruz

Dollywood photo submitted by RACHAEL NESSELRODT

Dollywood is located at 2700 Dollywood Parks Boulevard • Pigeon Forge, TN 37863

Attractions

Hotels & Lodging

Frequently Asked Questions about Dollywood

Where is Dollywood located?

Dollywood is located in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee at the gateway of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, just 35 miles southeast of Knoxville, off I-40 at Exit 407.

What time does Dollywood open, and Is Dollywood open year-round?

Dollywood is open from mid-March through early January. Dollywood is not open all days, and operating hours vary throughout the year. To view Dollywood's hours of operation, please select "View Operating Calendar" above when selecting your tickets. Park hours are subject to change.

Are the park's shows included in the price of my Dollywood theme park tickets?

Yes, there are a variety of shows and entertainment options throughout the park that are free with your tickets to Dollywood theme park, excluding special-ticketed events.

What is the minimum age for children to attend Dollywood Theme Park without supervision?

For guest safety, children must be 13 years old or older to enter without an adult. Children 12 years old and younger must be accompanied by a chaperone 16 years old or older. Unescorted children will not be admitted.

Is Dollywood wheelchair accessible?

A majority of the park is level to gently-rolling and is, thus, wheelchair accessible.

Are wheelchairs or electric convenience vehicles (ECVs) available for daily rental?

A limited number of wheelchairs and Electric Convenience Vehicles (ECVs) are available to rent on site for an additional fee. (Operator must be at least 16 years of age. Operators 16-18 years of age must have a parent or legal guardian at least 21 years of age sign the rental agreement.) The maximum weight for ECV is 400 lbs.

Does my toddler need a ticket to Dollywood?

Children 3 years of age and under are admitted free at Dollywood. You don't need to purchase a ticket until your child is 4 years of age.

Are lockers available for rent?

Dollywood offers two choices for renting lockers: Front Gate Lockers: All-day locker rentals are available at the Front Gate at the Stoller and Wheelchair rental booth and are sold on a first-come, first-served basis. Front Gate lockers and family-sized locker rentals are available for an additional fee. Ride Lockers: Ride-to-ride locker rentals are available at Wild Eagle, Mystery Mine, River Battle, FireChaser Express, Daredevil Falls, Barnstormer, River Rampage, and near the Tennessee Tornado roller coaster. Ride lockers are floating lockers, which means you can rent them and float from locker to locker without having to pay for each new locker. These rentals are available for an additional fee.

Does Dollywood offer package pick-up?

Yes, instead of carrying your purchases around, please take advantage of the convenient and complimentary Package Pickup service. Any items purchased in the merchandise shops will be delivered to the Dollywood Emporium for you to pick up as you exit the park at the end of your day. Let the merchandise host know that you’d like to use Package Pickup. You’ll receive a card indicating the time your item(s) will be ready. Simply proceed to the Dollywood Emporium to the Package Pickup counter where your item(s) will be waiting! Package Pickup is offered on purchases made prior to two hours before park closing. For your convenience, Package Pickup is staffed until park closing.

How much is parking at Dollywood?

Parking is $25 for all standard-length vehicles, and $30 for oversized-length vehicles such as RVs and trailers. Preferred Parking is available at both Dollywood Theme Park and Dollywood's Splash Country Water Park for an additional charge. Complimentary transportation is provided to the front gate via parking lot trams from designated tram stops (Dollywood theme park only).

Are coolers or outside food or drink allowed at Dollywood?

No, Dollywood does not allow coolers, food or drinks into Dollywood. Although Dollywood does not allow food or drink to be brought into the Park, Dollywood offers a wide variety of delicious foods available at our restaurants and snack vendors. However, guests are allowed to bring one unopened bottle of water per person. If you would like to eat elsewhere or must leave for any reason during the day, remember to get your hand stamped and keep your admission ticket, then you can return later that same day. Dollywood does not have picnic areas at the park, but if you would like to picnic somewhere, the Great Smoky Mountains National Park is a great place to visit.

Can I leave the park and return that same day?

Yes. You will need to have your hand stamped at the exit at the Dollywood Emporium. Keep your ticket so it can be scanned when you return.

Are strollers available for rent?

A limited number of single and double strollers are available for rent on a first-come, first-served basis. Single strollers and double strollers are available to rent for an additional fee.

What items are prohibited at the park?

Weapons and alcoholic drinks are not permitted on Dollywood premises.

Are there First Aid Stations at Dollywood?

Yes. Dollywood staffs four Safety/First Aid Offices—one in the Jukebox Junction area near the Pines Theatre, one in Wilderness Pass near The Plaza, one in Wildwood Grove adjacent to Hidden Hollow, and another in The Village area near the train crossing—with medical personnel on duty at all times during park hours. Ask any host for assistance or directions.

What is the smoking policy at Dollywood?

If you smoke, please utilize the many designated smoking areas indicated on the Park Map. Smoking is strictly forbidden on all rides, queue lines, indoor theaters, attractions, shops, and restaurants.

Are baby changing and nursing stations available at the park?

Yes. The Baby Care Center in Showstreet offers private nursing areas, changing stations and family restrooms. Restrooms with vending facilities are in Rivertown Junction, Craftsman's Valley, Country Fair and Jukebox Junction. Nursing stations are also available at the restrooms in Country Fair, Jukebox Junction, Market Square, The Village and Craftsman's Valley near the Woodcarving Shop.

Are pets allowed at Dollywood?

Although pets are not permitted inside Dollywood, the one-of-a-kind kennel, Doggywood, is available for the convenience of Dollywood guests and their dogs. The daily rental fee provides each dog its own water supply, and a walk area is located adjacent to the building so owners can spend time with their pets without having to leave the park. Space is limited, and reservations are highly recommended. Please call the park during operating hours. Without a reservation, all kennels at Doggywood will be offered on a first-come, first-served basis. Please note that Doggywood can only accommodate dogs. Service animals for guests with disabilities are allowed inside Dollywood.

Does Dollywood offer rain checks on tickets?

If it is raining when you leave the park and your visit is shortened by the rain, you can request a rain check—just ask. Rain checks are distributed at the Season Pass Center and are valid until the end of the season. You must request the rain check on the day of your visit before leaving the park.

Why do my Dollywood tickets only have one name listed on them?

The name on the E-Ticket is the primary ticket holder but the tickets are valid for all within your party.

Is there a dress code?

Please wear comfortable shoes or sandals, shirts, shorts, pants, dresses or skirts without exposing excessive portions of the skin or conceal identity. Garments and exposed tattoos showing objectionable material, including obscene language or graphics deemed inappropriate in a family environment are not permitted.