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Dollywood\u2019s \u201cSmoky Mountain Summer Celebration\u201d presented by Food City (from Monday, June 15 to Sunday, August 2) returns this summer with high-energy entertainment, family fun and a patriotic flair as America prepares to celebrate its 250th birthday. From a dazzling drone and fireworks spectacular to mouthwatering culinary items and festive Americana- themed d\u00e9cor and merchandise, Dollywood once again becomes the ultimate summer destination.<\/p>\n
This year\u2019s Sweet Summer Nights drone and fireworks show brings together multiple colorful elements to celebrate everything there is to love about summer in America, made even more red, white and blue this year to celebrate America\u2019s 250th Birthday! A dance party kicks off the fun every evening before the fireworks and drone show takes to the sky with an Americana playlist and new aerial drone formations that feature a patriotic theme including a flying bald eagle and a waving American flag. The starspangled playlist not only features tunes celebrating America but also highlighting summer in the Smokies and Dollywood\u2019s newest attraction, NightFlight Expedition. And no fireworks and drone show at Dollywood is complete without music from our Dreamerin-Chief Dolly!<\/p>\n
Entertainment takes center stage throughout Smoky Mountain Summer Celebration with spectacular performances and familyfriendly fun across the park.\n<\/p>\n
\u201cGazillion Bubble Show: Evolution,\u201d named one of the 2026 Best-off Broadway Show for Kids by Forbes, fills DP\u2019s Celebrity Theater with mesmerizing bubbles of every size and shape, while playful pooches bring colossal canine fun to the dog days of summer in \u201cPerondi\u2019s Stunt Dog Experience\u201d at Showstreet Palace Theater. These rescue and shelter dogs from across the country show off their talents with a happy bark in our park! The original award-winning show \u201cPlay On,\u201d takes the stage in The Pines Theater, offering a retrospective entertainment experience featuring songs and scenes from four decades of the park\u2019s iconic shows.<\/p>\n
\u201cWings Of America\u201d takes flight all summer with its entertaining and educational presentation featuring bald eagles and other birds of prey. The show gives guests the unique opportunity to experience one of America\u2019s most iconic symbols up close during Smoky Mountain Summer Celebration.<\/p>\n
The Imagination Playhouse brings beloved stories from Dolly Parton\u2019s Imagination Library to life on stage throughout the summer. Featured musicals include \u201cCoat of Many Colors,\u201d \u201cThe Little Engine that Could\u201d and \u201cSomething Wild.\u201d Guests also can enjoy character meet-andgreets and storytimes featuring favorites like Llama Llama\u2014from the popular story \u201cLlama Llama Red Pajama\u201d\u2014and Peter Rabbit.<\/p>\n
Guests can capture summertime memories at colorful photo installations throughout the park, including the returning Kite Sky display located on Showstreet featuring kites suspended overhead setting the backdrop of a beautiful summertime photo. Other photo opportunities include red, white and blue displays designed to celebrate America\u2019s 250th birthday. Additional patriotic d\u00e9cor throughout Craftsman\u2019s Valley and The Village add to the festive atmosphere with Americana-inspired buntings and flags.<\/p>\n
Dollywood\u2019s culinary team has prepared a flavorful lineup of summertime favorites.\n<\/p>\n
Guests can enjoy savory offerings including the Cheesesteak Skillet, Roasted Corn Salad and refreshing Watermelon Cucumber Salad, while sweet selections such as Deep-Fried S\u2019mores and Dragon Fruit Lemonade provide the perfect way to cool down. Smoky Mountain Summer Celebration Tasting Passes are available and include multiple festival offerings for one price. The tasting pass, which can be purchased online or at culinary locations throughout the park, is $43.99 plus tax or $40.99 for gold and diamond season passholders.<\/p>\n
The merchandise team joins the celebration with a collection of exclusive Americana-themed items perfect for summer in the Smokies. Guests can shop for red, white and blue Dollywood branded apparel, trendy patriotic fashions, specialty candles, handcrafted keepsakes and collectable blown-glass ornaments commemorating America\u2019s 250th anniversary.<\/p>\n
The Smoky Mountain Summer Celebration Festival Tour, offered daily from June 15-Aug. 2, provides an enhanced way to experience the festival. This guided experience provides an upclose look at Dollywood\u2019s all-new America\u2019s 250th patriotic d\u00e9cor, along with special summertime entertainment, immersive seasonal experiences, festive snacks and refreshments, and reserved seating for select shows. Guests also receive front-of-the-line access to Smoky Mountain River Rampage and Fire-Chaser Express, making this tour a memorable way to experience the sights, sounds and excitement of summer in the Smokies.<\/p>\n
Guests also will enjoy cooling off all summer long at Dollywood\u2019s Splash Country, now open for its 26th season. New in 2026, Neon Nights extends fun summer days into spectacular summer nights during this separately ticketed, after-hours celebration. On select Fridays and Saturdays from 7:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., the water park transforms with neon lights, immersive glow experiences and high-energy entertainment. Guests will enjoy select favorite attractions, lighter crowds plus eventexclusive dining and merchandise options. Safety is always the top priority at Dollywood\u2019s Splash Country, and on June 25, guests can join the 16th annual Water Safety Day presented by Blue Lizard Australian Sunscreen. During this special event, families learn how to make a splash with confidence with fun opportunities to learn about being safe in the water during the World\u2019s Largest Swimming Lesson.<\/p>\n
The summer fun continues at the two Dollywood resorts.\n<\/p>\n
Guests of both Dollywood\u2019s DreamMore Resort and Spa and Dollywood\u2019s HeartSong Lodge & Resort can enjoy live entertainment, family activities and more. On select days, Camp DW will host popup pool parties with beach ball games. Festival-inspired craft activities include friendship bracelets, postcard decorating, stuffie making and more, available on select days. At both resorts, guests can cool off with a refreshing summer welcome beverage each afternoon.<\/p>\n
For more information about Dollywood\u2019s 2026 season, please visit Dollywood. com or download the Dollywood app.\n<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
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