While visiting Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, on a family vacation, a getaway with friends, a couples’ retreat, or a business gathering, you’ll have plenty of entertainment options in town. The busy Parkway is lined with miniature golf courses, arcades, go-kart tracks, boutique and outlet shops, local and chain restaurants, family-friendly attractions, and of course — Dolly Parton’s Stampede Dinner Attraction!
Dolly Parton’s Stampede is one of the most popular dinner shows in Pigeon Forge, and not just because its namesake, Dolly Parton, is a beloved area native. This family-friendly dinner attraction — complete with pre-show entertainment, a 4-course feast, horseback riding stunts, high-energy music, special effects, incredible costumes, and audience interaction — has earned a reputation all on its own!
Pre-Show Entertainment
As visitors pull up to Dolly Parton’s Stampede in Pigeon Forge, TN, the exterior of the building gives the first glimpse into what lies ahead. The barn-style building towers high along the Parkway and perfectly matches the theme of the show inside. Arrive about 50-60 minutes early for pre-show entertainment (included in your ticket price) that features a meet-and-greet with the horses and live entertainment in The Saloon.
The Horse Walk
Visitors can meet the horse stars of Dolly Parton’s Stampede at the open-air stables. These beautiful Quarter Horses and Palominos are enchanting up close, and it’s neat to know the names of them as they trot and dance in the arena. So be sure to stop by and say hello and good luck before heading inside.
The Saloon
Southern Belles welcome guests into The Saloon for some mountain music, along with nice refreshments. The opening act, Mountain Ruckus, gets things started with a high-energy performance of comedy and bluegrass. Guests can get popcorn, peanuts, cold Coca-Cola®, and fruity non-alcoholic drinks in a collector series souvenir boot mug. It’s a great way to start the night before the real show begins!
Dolly Parton’s Stampede
After the opening act in The Saloon, visitors are ushered into the 35,000-square-foot arena for the main event — Dolly Parton’s Stampede. The show is all about a friendly competition between the North and South and features impressive horse riding stunts, amazing lighting and sound effects, wowing pyrotechnics, and a fantastic musical production. Of course, the show also features real stampeding bison!
Incredible trick riders and their 32 gorgeous horses impress both kids and adults. Skeeter and Nugget keep the crowd in stitches with knee-slapping comedy routines. Talented dancers and singers add to the fun experience. And at the end of the show, you get to participate and help the North or South win. On top of all that, the show comes with a hearty 4-course feast that ends with a delicious dessert!
Dinner Show Menus
As you watch the show, chow down on Southern favorites and tasty comfort foods while sipping sweet tea, soda, or coffee. Dolly Parton’s Stampede in Pigeon Forge even has vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan options! Just let them know you’d prefer an alternative menu when purchasing tickets.
Regular Menu
- Whole rotisserie chicken
- Hickory smoked barbecued pork loin
- Creamy vegetable soup (special Stampede recipe)
- Scrumptious homemade biscuit
- Hot buttered corn on the cob
- Herb-basted potato
- Specialty dessert (Stampede style)
- Unlimited Coca-Cola®, tea, or coffee
Vegetarian Menu
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- Asian rice with veggies
- Scrumptious homemade biscuit
- Hot buttered corn on the cob
- Herb-basted potato
- Specialty dessert (Stampede style)
- Unlimited Coca-Cola®, tea, or coffee
- Optional: creamy vegetable soup (made with chicken broth)
Gluten-Free Menu
- Whole rotisserie chicken
- Hickory smoked barbecued pork loin
- Hot buttered corn on the cob
- Herb-basted potato
- Gluten-free cookie
- Unlimited Coca-Cola®, tea, or coffee
Medical Conditions & Special Needs
With live animals, lighting effects, and pyrotechnics in the show, anyone with a medical condition or allergies should take proper precautions before entering any of the Dolly Parton’s Stampede facilities. For those with a mobility aid, please note the stables, saloon, and arena are all wheelchair accessible. Dolly Parton’s Stampede Dinner Attraction in Pigeon Forge is also happy to accommodate any guests with any other special needs, including hearing assistance. Just let the staff know ahead of time.
Christmas at Dolly Parton’s Stampede
The holidays are a special time of year, especially in the Smokies. Pigeon Forge hosts some fantastic events, and many area restaurants, shops, and attractions get in on the fun. At Dolly Parton’s Stampede, Christmas is celebrated with a special holiday show and feast!
Typically running from early November to early January, this family-friendly dinner show will put everyone in the holiday spirit. It features the same great talent of the regular Dolly Parton’s Stampede show with a touch of magic for the season. And you can preorder vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, or vegan meals, too!
A Magical Performance
Christmas at Dolly Parton’s Stampede boasts holiday lights, evergreen trees, poinsettias, classic holiday music, old-fashioned costumes, and some of your favorite holiday characters. See those beautiful show horses alongside Santa Claus, Raggedy Ann and Andy, nutcrackers, and so many more!
Even the Sugar Plum Fairy makes a special appearance, bringing toys to life for the season. There is a live nativity with camels, angels, and inspiring songs. And that classic fight between the North and South takes a holiday spin, with competitions between elves from the North Pole and the South Pole.
Get a taste of Christmas at Dolly Parton’s Stampede in Pigeon Forge, TN!
Christmas Menu
- Whole rotisserie chicken
- Hickory smoked barbecued pork loin
- Creamy vegetable soup (special Stampede recipe)
- Scrumptious homemade biscuit
- Hot buttered corn on the cob
- Herb-basted potato
- Specialty dessert (Stampede style)
- Unlimited Coca-Cola®, tea, or coffee
Tickets & Group Rates
Ticket pricing includes admission to Dolly Parton’s Stampede, the Horse Walk, the opening act in The Saloon, and a 4-course dinner with the show. Plus, there are military and first responder discounts available upon request.
Ticket Prices
- Adults — $59.99
- Children (ages 3-9) — $29.99
- Kids (ages 0-2) — FREE (if they sit in a parent/guardian’s lap and share their plate)
Looking to save money while on vacation in Pigeon Forge? Dolly Parton’s Stampede Dinner Attraction offers combo tickets! Bundle your admission to Dolly’s dinner show with tickets to Dollywood — a famous Smoky Mountain theme park with rides, local crafts, an eagle enclosure, activities for kids, Southern treats, and much more — for a discount. It’s twice the fun for a stellar price!
Traveling with a group? Groups of 20+ get special discount pricing at Dolly Parton’s Stampede in Pigeon Forge, TN! Accommodating groups as large as 1,000 people, church retreats, field trips, family reunions, corporate meetings, choirs and bands, and more are welcome to see the show. Call toll free at 865.505.3320 or complete the online form to receive a Groups Information Packet today. You can even rent out the whole place for a dinner show event to remember!
Dolly Parton’s Stampede Dinner Attraction
3849 Parkway
Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
865.453.4400
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