Dollywood Unveils 2027 Tribute Expansion as Dolly Parton Left Plans Approved Through 2036
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Updated · Hollywood Reporter · Sep 2
Dollywood Unveils 2027 Tribute Expansion as Dolly Parton Left Plans Approved Through 2036
3 articles · Updated · Hollywood Reporter · Sep 2
Summary
March 2027 is the target for most of Dollywood’s newly announced tributes and expansions, including chapel upgrades, additions to The Dolly Parton Experience and a new Wildwood Grove character called the Dream Maker.
11 Sevierville locations will form a new “In Dolly’s Footsteps” walking tribute, while in-park memorial elements — including “I Will Always Love You” banners and a new Tribute Center — are meant to give fans places to reflect and share memories.
2036 is how far Dolly Parton had already approved future plans, according to Parks & Resorts President Eugene Naughton, who said her signoff covers upcoming park work and key elements of Dollywood’s previously announced $500 million resort strategy.
1 week after Parton’s death at 80 following a brief battle with cancer, Dollywood is shifting from mourning to carrying out the founder’s vision while keeping memorial spaces open for fans.