Can I charge my phone at Dollywood?

Bonus Tip – Charge It Up! As long as you have your USB charging cable, you can relax on a bench, in the shade, and charge your phone. Meanwhile, your kids can be playing in the splash pad! I hope these 10 tips (plus one bonus tip), help make your day at Dollywood extra special! Go make some family memories!



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There's so much to see and do at Dollywood. Since you'll likely be there all day (or two), a backpack is probably one of the best bags to bring if you must bring something. Better than a purse, carrying a bag on your back will keep you hands-free and give you an extra place to store your beverage, keys and keepsakes.

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Weapons and alcoholic beverages are not permitted on Dollywood Property.

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Can I take an empty water bottle to refill inside of Dollywood and are small purses allowed? Yes & Yes. Dollywood allows you to carry in any empty container as long as it is not glass and you can carry in any size purse or backpack, but it will be searched at the front entrance gate.

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Dollywood does not permit visitors to bring food or drinks into the park, although attendees are welcome to leave to eat elsewhere and return that same day. Otherwise, a variety of excellent options for dining and snacks are available onsite.

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Daily Refill Mugs The One-Day Unlimited Refills Mug allows guests FREE refills on the day of redemption, then $1.99 (plus tax) for fountain refills and $2.99 (plus tax) for frozen refills throughout the 2023 season. This is the perfect option for guests who are visiting the park once, or only a few times year.

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What payment types do you accept? Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American Express, organizational checks & cash.

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Free Water Stations Dollywood always offers guests free ice water at any culinary location to make sure everyone stays hydrated while having fun. We've installed water bottle refill stations around the park so you can fill up your own water bottle without waiting in line at a food location!

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Spring and Winter are less visited seasons at Dollywood. Generally, you'll find Dollywood is most crowded in summer and fall. While going to Dollywood in the low season is ideal, visiting on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday during summer is the best way to dodge crowds and long lines.

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Should you bring them or do we have them? We recommend you bring towels for your day at the water park. While towels are available to purchase, they are not provided. (If you're in the market, we offer two Dollywood's Splash Country towels for $25.)

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Standard Parking However, parking is FREE if you purchase a Dollywood Gold or Diamond Season Pass. Initial parking fee is non-refundable for Gold and Diamond Season Passholders. Free parking applies for visits after Gold or Diamond Season Passes are purchased.

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Things to Remember to Take with You On Your DollyWood Trip
  • Get a “Fanny Pack” or small backpack. ...
  • Bring a cooler or lunch box for the trip. ...
  • Bring snacks and drinks! ...
  • Sunscreen. ...
  • Sunglasses–Obviously, you don't want to be squinting all day, so bring that pair of shades in with you.


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It's also easy to forget Dollywood is really a park tailor-made for uncooperative weather. A majority of outdoor attractions operate in steady, light rain and only close when there is lightning and heavier downpours.

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Not only is Dollywood less crowded in the spring, but the weather is great, too. March through May have mild temperatures in the 60s and 70s and reduced humidity. This creates a pleasant environment for many entertaining outdoor activities for the whole family.

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You may leave the park and come back same-day, but Dollywood must stamp your hand. Make sure you have your ticket to show at the gate when you return. You can bring your own or Dollywood offers strollers for rent on a first-come, first-served basis.

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Dollywood does not serve alcohol. Dollywood's DreamMore Resort near the park does serve alcohol at its Song & Hearth restaurant.

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As a quick refresher, ERT is an invitation for Gold and Diamond Passholders and our lodging guests to enter Dollywood an hour before park operation on Saturdays and experience one of our guest-favorite attractions.

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At Dollywood's DreamMore Resort you don't pay a resort fee. Credit/debit cards are authorized at check-in for the anticipated total of your stay. Use of debit cards are discouraged as banking institutions place a hold on your account for the anticipated total of your stay as part of the authorization process.

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Depending on when you come to Dollywood, weather in East Tennessee can change within a day or two. I suggest bringing light layers. Also, remember loose articles are not permitted on rides. It's great to wear pockets with zippers or bring a fanny pack to store small personal items.

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Insider Tip Dollywood's popcorn buckets can be used for popcorn, kettle corn and pork rinds refills!

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In addition to refillable mugs, Dollywood also offers refillable popcorn buckets. There's nothing quite as satisfying as filling up on delicious kettle corn as you walk to the next fun activity in the park, and you'll only have to pay for the bucket once, and refills are $0.99!

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