And now this beloved East Tennessee theme park is getting in on the action.
From on-course cinnamon bread to blonde wigs as far as the eye could see, here is what the inaugural Run Dollywood Race weekend was like.
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Races were held over the course of two days and began in the parking lot of Dollywood’s Splash Country Water Park, adjacent to Dollywood Theme Park. Easing the stress of pre-race jitters, parking and arriving at the starting line was a breeze, an impressive task as nearly 6,000 people from around the world competed.
And if you’ve been to the Smokies during springtime, you can attest to how stunning it is. The picturesque theme park is celebrating its annual Dollywood’s Flower & Food Festival which sees the addition of over 1 million blooms and stunning flower structures throughout the park.
Throughout the course, there was live entertainment, including the beloved Dollywood character Miss Lillian who was on hand to meet and pose for photos with guests. Undoubtedly a highlight was the on-course cinnamon bread. The theme park had created specialty molds for bite-sized pieces of its most iconic dessert. During the half-marathon, some attractions were open, including fan-favorite Blazing Fury. Staff was on hand throughout with words of encouragement and hydrating beverages.
Keeping in theme, I ended the race’s last mile with a constant loop of Parton’s ‘9 to 5’ blasting in my ears. The entire experience felt like a celebration.
Staying on-site at one of Dollywood’s two resorts, Dollywood’s HeartSong Lodge & Resort and Dollywood’s DreamMore Resort & Spa, makes for the ultimate (and most convenient) way to experience Run Dollywood Race weekend. Each resort offers private shuttles to the race start adding ease to experience. There’s also other enhancements, like a pre-race dinner and theme park ticket packages. And for the running enthusiasts, there’s the Butterfly Challenge which rewards runners who truly earn their wings by taking on the 5k, 10k and half marathon with an exclusive medal. All runners, regardless of course, receive an event-specific t-shirt, race bib, and commemorative medal.
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What’s To Come
Voted the #1 theme park in the U.S. by Tripadvisor users, the Dollywood Resort is in the midst of an exciting and rapid expansion. Now in its 41st season, visitors can expect new experiences and attractions, including a first-of-its-kind indoor hybrid water raft ride and family coaster, NightFlight Expedition, opening soon.
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