Dollywood Schedule 2026: Opening Date, Park Hours & Festivals

The Dollywood schedule is typically released in November, based on historical release timelines from the park. This page provides up-to-date information on Dollywood’s opening date, daily operating hours, and seasonal festival schedule for 2026.

Dollywood is scheduled to open to the public for the 2026 season on Friday, March 13, 2026. Below, you’ll find a detailed breakdown of park hours by date, along with major seasonal events and festivals planned throughout the year.

Please note that operating hours and event dates are subject to change. This page is updated as new information is officially released by Dollywood.

Looking for water park hours? Visit our Dollywood’s Splash Country page for the full Splash Country 2026 operating schedule.

Dollywood Schedule 2026: Hours Of Operation

I Will Always Love You Music Festival

March & April at Dollywood

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One of the newest celebrations at Dollywood, the I Will Always Love You Music Festival brings a medly of melodies to the mountain air. You can enjoy live music from outdoor theaters paying tribute to the art of songwriting. This is generally a less crowded time of year and a great opportunity to visit.

I Will Always Love You Festival

Dollywood Flower & Food Festival

Spring at Dollywood

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Spring is in the air at Dollywood! The annual Flower & Food Festival gives park guests a chance to take in fresh blooms and good eats. The event usually begins in April and wraps up in June. Half a million fresh flowers are brought in and restaurant menus are expanded with special seasonal treats.

Flower & Food Festival

Smoky Mountain Summer at Dollywood

Summer At Dollywood

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A newer festival period at Dollywood, the theme park’s Smoky Mountain Summer typically happens mid-June through early August. The long days at the park include inspiring bursts of summer color at every corner and shows that the whole family can enjoy.

Smoky Mountain Summer

Dollywood Harvest Festival & Great Pumpkin Luminights

Fall at Dollywood

September 14 - through October 31, 2026

Autumn brings more than a cool breeze into the Smoky Mountains! Dollywood’s Harvest Festival is a fall event that celebrates the season’s changing colors and spooky holiday with good fun. Fall festivities at Dollywood include Great Pumpkin LumiNights, a gospel jubilee, seasonal eats, and much more.

Dollywood Harvest Festival

New October Event: Dollywood will be hosting a special after-hours event on select dates in October. Harvey’s Boo Bash is separately ticketed from their regular harvest festival event and will take place after 9:00 pm.

Dollywood's Smoky Mountain Christmas

Winter at Dollywood

November 6, 2026 - through January 3, 2027

Enjoy a holly, Dolly holiday season each winter at Dollywood! Dollywood’s Smoky Mountain Christmas will get you in the holiday spirit with special events and celebrations based on wonder, harmony, joy, faith, and family. Savor the delicious dishes with a Tasting Pass.

Dollywood Christmas

If you’re looking for more information about pricing for the above Dollywood schedule, check out our page on prices & ticket info. The dates and hours listed above are subject to change. More information on Dollywood’s website.