Dollywood Festival of Nations

2017 Cultural Festival at Dollywood

Dollywood theme park brings renowned entertainers from across the globe to share their tradition & culture through music, dance, costume, art and culinary creations during the annual Festival of Nations. Make your plans and book your stay with us as this festival doesn’t last long! Festival dates are March 18-April 9, and we hope to see you in Pigeon Forge.

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Anticipated Performance Lineup

Slask: Poland
Polish National Song and Dance Ensemble of more than 30 dancers performing traditional folk dance.

Atahualpa: Ecuador
This group is so popular they return year after year! Playing contemporary and traditional Andes music on native Incan instruments.

Hodman & Sally: Oblivia
Wanderers from the mythical land of Oblivia will be roaming the park and you never know where they may turn up!

Dearbhail Finnegan and Robin Slater: Ireland
Husband and wife team play the Irish Harp, silver flute and Irish Bodhran to take you on a musical adventure.  Official Web Site

Streichmusik Alder: Switzerland
The Alders are 4th and 5th generation entertainers playing Swiss folk music on traditional instruments, including the alphorn and cow bells!  Official Web Site

Invaders Steel Orchestra: Caribbean
Prepare to be WOWED by one of the most influential steel bands in the world. Numerous performers play a unique set of arrangements for a lively show!  Invaders Official Web Site

Mother Africa: Africa
Enjoy the creativity, spirit and skill of this large cast through music, dance and acrobatic performances. Show features traditional dance and even comedy performed by musicians, dancers and acrobats from Ethiopia, South Africa, Kenya, Tanzania, Ivory Coast, Benin, Zimbabwe, and Guinea.

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