Dollywood Confirms Immediate Closure, Three Days After Opening for 2026 Season
Dollywood launched its 41st season with a $50 million indoor coaster and patriotic events while Dolly Parton reassured fans about her health and touring status.
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Dollywood Confirms Immediate Closure, Three Days After Opening for 2026 Season
Dolly Parton’s Tennessee theme park, Dollywood, has announced an early closure, effective March 16. The news comes just three days after the Smoky Mountain vacation destination opened for its 2026 season. Dollywood Announces Closure Credit: Dollywood On Monday, Dollywood announced via Instagram story that the Pigeon Forge theme park would close early due to inclement weather conditions. The park’s statement read: PARK UPDATE Due to current weath…
Dolly Parton Shares Health Update During First Major Appearance in Months
Country music legend Dolly Parton shared an update about her health during her first major appearance in months. The “Jolene” songstress spoke about her health during her keynote speech at the 2026 opening day of her theme park, Dollywood, on March 13. “I’ve not been touring, as you know,” she explained. “I’ve had a few little health issues, and we’re taking good care of them.” Parton then reflected on grieving her late husband, Carl Thomas Dean…
With new attractions, festivals and exclusive after-hours events, the theme park will start in the Smoky Mountains in the 2026 season.
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