6 Things I Cannot Wait to do When Dollywood Opens Again

I’m going through Dollywood withdrawal y’all! Opening weekend fell on the same weekend that everything started shutting down. I was set to attend Media Day and was so disappointed when I found out it was being postponed. The next day Dollywood closed indefinitely and I’m looking forward to the day it opens up and I can go back!!

So in a move that may be torturing myself, I’m dreaming of all the things I can do at Dollywood when it finally opens again.

Catch that first glimpse of the Dollywood Sign

Nothing beats the jolt of excitement that goes through me when I approach the entrance to Dollywood and the Dollywood sigh comes into sight. Are you even alive if you don’t get that same rush??

Dollywood Sign at Dollywood entrance
The author standing in front of the Dollywood sign

Get That First Loaf of Cinnamon Bread

This bread is so good and so addicting. I’ve stood in line for over an hour to get a couple loaves fresh out of the oven. And it was totally worth it!!! Chime in – what do you prefer with your cinnamon bread – icing or apple butter??

The Grist Mill at Dollywood
Dollywood Cinnamon Bread with Icing

Soar Through the Air on Wild Eagle

Wild Eagle has been in my Top 2 rides for as long as I can remember. And on our last trip to Dollywood, Leah was tall enough to ride it too! So now all 4 of us can ride ALL the rides!!!! When I asked her Leah said this was what she was most looking forward to.

Author's daughter and husband riding the Wild Eagle roller coaster

Sing Along at the Country Crossroads Show

Leah went through a stage where she didn’t want to ride anything and her favorite thing to do was watch shows. That started our love for the Country Crossroads show. We sing-along to all the classic country songs throughout the years and you can’t beat the pre-show with Miss Lillian the Chicken Lady!

Performers of the Country Crossroads show at Dollywood
Performers dancing in the Country Crossroads show at Dollywood

Hop Aboard Dollywood Express

Whether it’s on Klondike Katie or CINDERella, a ride on the Dollywood Express is a staple. It’s a great way to get off your feet and take in the beautiful Smoky Mountain landscape. My favorite time to ride the Dollywood Express is during Harvest Festival and Smoky Mountain Christmas when everything is decorated for the season!!

Dollywood Express train

Lunch at Front Porch Cafe

It’s hard to go wrong at any of the restaurants at Dollywood but one of my favorites is the Front Porch Cafe. The biscuits to start the meal are soo soo good and the items on the menu are all hearty, comfort foods that hit the spot. And the banana pudding for dessert is Dolly’s recipe and is a can’t miss.

A plate with a slice of meatloaf topped with mashed potatoes and gravy, a bowl of green beans and a cheddar biscuit.
A mason jar with banana pudding topped with whipped cream on a table.

While we are waiting for it to be safe enough to enjoy a day at Dollywood again, I will be dreaming of all the great things that will be waiting for us there.

Until then, stay home and stay safe!!!

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