PIGEON FORGE, Tenn. — If you’ve recently been at Dollywood, you may have spotted some buzz around an exciting attraction slated to launch in 2026. WATE reports that some fun clues are popping up in the theme park, building the anticipation for what’s to come.
This past March, during the preview for the 2025 season, Dollywood made waves when they announced that guests would be able to “take flight” in the upcoming year. Dolly Parton herself joined the park’s president, Eugene Naughton, to share the exciting news. Now, if you’re vigilant while wandering Dollywood, you might just catch a glimpse of hints for the forthcoming attraction.
Across the park, posters are calling out to eager adventurers, featuring info on how to get in touch for more details. You’ll also see a cool label on these posters that reads “Hidden Hollow Aviation.” It’s worth noting that Dollywood has a history of using such enticing advertisements, reminiscent of the much-anticipated Big Bear Mountain rollercoaster promotions.
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Meanwhile, if you’re taking a leisurely ride on the Dollywood Express, keep an eye out for construction work happening close to Big Bear Mountain. There, you’ll find some banners hinting at the “future home of Hidden Hollow Aviation.” This name might sound familiar as there’s already a secret play spot in Wildwood Grove called Hidden Hollow.
Although the connection of Hidden Hollow Aviation to the upcoming attraction remains under wraps, Dollywood’s official website features a dedicated page for it, showcasing three videos, one spotlighted during the 2025 preview event.
Fans of Dollywood will likely be curious about the narrative behind Hidden Hollow Aviation. The teasers suggest an intriguing family quest tied to “The Legend of the Secret Lake.”
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A representative from Dollywood mentioned that they plan to drop more hints about this 2026 attraction through their social media channels. They also intend to reveal details about what’s slated to become the largest investment in attractions in Dollywood’s history.
Earlier announcements hinted that this new addition would embrace the enchanting theme of the Great Smoky Mountains. Dolly and Naughton elaborated that it would be the park’s grandest and most ambitious project yet.
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