Dollywood’s Harvest Festival featuring Great Pumpkin LumiNights
Fall Magic at America's Favorite Theme Park
Dollywood transforms into a fall wonderland for the Harvest Festival, featuring elaborate pumpkin sculptures, fall-themed entertainment, and the popular Great Pumpkin LumiNights after-dark spectacular — over 12,000 hand-carved and illuminated pumpkins lining the park pathways. Add southern gospel concerts, harvest food specials, and craftsmen demonstrations for one of the most popular fall events in the Smokies.
Just a short drive from Smith Creek Resort and a must-do during your fall visit to Pigeon Forge.
Who It’s For: Families, theme park fans, fall lovers, photographers, and southern gospel music fans.
What to Expect: Pumpkin sculptures and the Great Pumpkin LumiNights light show, southern gospel concerts, craftsmen demonstrations, fall-themed food, and extended evening hours.
Do’s: Stay into the evening for LumiNights, bring layers for cool evenings, and use the Dollywood app for show schedules.
Don’ts: Don’t miss the after-dark pumpkin walk. Don’t expect short lines on weekend evenings.
Information
Date and Timings
- Start Date: September 14th, 2026
End Date: October 31st, 2026
Hours: Park hours vary by date; LumiNights begins after sunset
What to Know
- Type of Experience: Theme park fall festival, after-dark pumpkin display.
- Fun Fact: The Great Pumpkin LumiNights display features over 12,000 hand-carved pumpkins illuminating Wildwood Grove — one of the most photographed fall scenes in the Smokies.
