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Sep 13
Harvest Festival 2023 at Dollywood starts Sept 20th but the prep has already started

One of the biggest and best festivals every year at Dollywood is the Harvest Festival and Great Pumpkin Luminights. Both of these do not start until Sept 20th but the prep for the festival has already begun!

Sep 12
Dolly Parton reflects on impact of Dollywood after park takes home several awards

“We have so many wonderful things happening here, I have wonderful partners with the Herschends, but I’ve been blessed to do tons of stuff, and at my age I’m still doing it and I’m as excited about everything as I was back when I left the smokies dreaming years ago,” Parton said.

Sep 11
Dollywood wins five Golden Ticket Awards; Parton, business partners named receive ‘Legend Award’

Dollywood has won five more Amusement Today Golden Ticket Awards, including Best Christmas Event and Best Park, according to Dollywood.

Sep 07
Guest Dog Groomer at The Wag Social

Nationally ranked groomer Susan Hatch will be taking appointments September 12th and 13th 2023 at the Wag Social in Sevierville, Tennessee. The Wag Social is taking appointments for this special event now. Be sure to visit www.TheWagSocial.com or call 865-409-5533 to secure your spot.

Aug 21
Retired Waldens Creek firefighter battles lung cancer with help of his department

A retired Waldens Creek volunteer firefighter has been diagnosed with stage three adenocarcinoma lung cancer.

Aug 17
New Crayola attraction coming to Pigeon Forge in 2024

A new 30,000 sq. ft. indoor family entertainment center is expected to open in Sevier County. BrightColors LLC and Kingsmen Xperience announced that Crayola Experience family entertainment venue will be in Pigeon Forge, according to the news release. The attraction plans to open in the fall of 2024.