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tlc38tlc38 · 05-10-2019, 08:33 AM

Wildwood Grove, the new 5-acre area of Dollywood opens to the public today! I wish I could be there for the event. Dolly will be there today and tomorrow and make several appearances, weather permitting.

The Dollywood app has updated the park map with the new area but attractions aren’t listed as of today...

MA · 05-10-2019, 09:38 AM

When did Dollywood open?

tlc38tlc38 · 05-10-2019, 11:08 AM

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When did Dollywood open?

1986

MA · 05-10-2019, 11:17 AM

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1986

Thank you. I meant to say when did Dollywood open for the season this year instead though.

tlc38tlc38 · 05-10-2019, 04:04 PM

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Thank you. I meant to say when did Dollywood open for the season this year instead though.

March 16th

MA · 05-10-2019, 04:05 PM

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March 16th

Thanks

AB · 05-10-2019, 04:50 PM

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Wildwood Grove, the new 5-acre area of Dollywood opens to the public today! I wish I could be there for the event. Dolly will be there today and tomorrow and make several appearances, weather permitting.

The Dollywood app has updated the park map with the new area but attractions aren’t listed as of today...

It looks like it may be mostly shops & stage/events centers, going by the look of the picture. It would be nice if it did have more rides/attractions. Will you be checking it out this summer?

tlc38tlc38 · 05-10-2019, 05:18 PM

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It looks like it may be mostly shops & stage/events centers, going by the look of the picture. It would be nice if it did have more rides/attractions. Will you be checking it out this summer?

I plan on going sometime this year but not sure when. It’ll probably be in September or October....or maybe August 3 (the last Saturday of the Summer fireworks). I might wait and see if Dolly is making more appearances this year and plan around that.

It’s actually MOSTLY rides and only 1 shop.

Rides:
Dragonflier
Black Bear Trail (kiddie ride)
Frogs & Fireflies (kiddie ride)
Great Tree Swing
The Mad Mockingbird
Treetop Tower

There’s meet and greet characters: Benjamin Bear, Franklin Frog, and Flit & Flutter (fairies)

“Till & Harvest” is a new eatery.

“Hidden Hollow” is indoor kid-friendly activities.

“Mountain Grove Merchants” is a new shop.

“Sweets and Treats” sweet stand.

And the beautiful Wildwood Tree:

MA · 05-10-2019, 05:21 PM

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Originally Posted by tlc38tlc38

I plan on going sometime this year but not sure when. It’ll probably be in September or October....or maybe August 3 (the last Saturday of the Summer fireworks). I might wait and see if Dolly is making more appearances this year and plan around that.

It’s actually MOSTLY rides and only 1 shop.

Rides:
Dragonflier
Black Bear Trail
Frogs & Fireflies
Great Tree Swing
The Mad Mockingbird
Treetop Tower

There’s meet and greet characters: Benjamin Bear, Franklin Frog, and Flit & Flutter (fairies)

“Till & Harvest” is a new eatery.

“Hidden Hollow” is indoor kid-friendly activities.

“Mountain Grove Merchants” is a new shop.

“Sweets and Treats” sweet stand.

And the beautiful Wildwood Tree:

I hope you do eventually go and get to see Dolly.

tlc38tlc38 · 05-10-2019, 05:28 PM

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I hope you do eventually go and get to see Dolly.

I’ve already seen her once last year. She was there another time I was there but I missed her parade while I was attending a show.

MA · 05-10-2019, 05:33 PM

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I’ve already seen her once last year. She was there another time I was there but I missed her parade while I was attending a show.

I do hope you still get to see her again this year.

tlc38tlc38 · 05-10-2019, 05:36 PM

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I do hope you still get to see her again this year.

Me too! You can never overdose on Dolly!

tlc38tlc38 · 05-11-2019, 08:36 AM

These photos were posted by a reviewer on Trip Advisor:

Great Tree Swing:

The Wildwood Tree: (I want to see this at night!)

tlc38tlc38 · 05-11-2019, 07:12 PM

I’m planning on going August 3. I need to save up about $500 in order to spend the night in a hotel and get up the next morning and come home. I only live 3 hours away so it’s not too bad. Of course, I’ll want to buy LOTS of souvenirs!!

It’s expensive to go:
Gas approx. $30
Ticket approx. $85 with taxes
Parking fee $15
Food $30
Souvenirs $130 or so
Hotel for 1-night $208 with taxes (I called and got a quote from hotel I always stay at when I visit)

I so wanna see that Wildwood tree all lit up at night and ride the Great Tree Swing & Dragonflier!

tlc38tlc38 · 05-11-2019, 09:32 PM

Found a good deal online for tickets. Got one for $48 instead of the $85 normal price. Saved $37 that can go towards more souvenirs!

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05-11-2019, 08:36 AM	#13
tlc38tlc38 Member Forum Star Join Date: May 02, 2008 Posts: 19,284	These photos were posted by a reviewer on Trip Advisor: Great Tree Swing: The Wildwood Tree: (I want to see this at night!)

05-11-2019, 07:12 PM	#14
tlc38tlc38 Member Forum Star Join Date: May 02, 2008 Posts: 19,284	I’m planning on going August 3. I need to save up about $500 in order to spend the night in a hotel and get up the next morning and come home. I only live 3 hours away so it’s not too bad. Of course, I’ll want to buy LOTS of souvenirs!! It’s expensive to go: Gas approx. $30 Ticket approx. $85 with taxes Parking fee $15 Food $30 Souvenirs $130 or so Hotel for 1-night $208 with taxes (I called and got a quote from hotel I always stay at when I visit) I so wanna see that Wildwood tree all lit up at night and ride the Great Tree Swing & Dragonflier!

05-11-2019, 09:32 PM	#15
tlc38tlc38 Member Forum Star Join Date: May 02, 2008 Posts: 19,284	Found a good deal online for tickets. Got one for $48 instead of the $85 normal price. Saved $37 that can go towards more souvenirs!