New nighttime event offers glowing experiences, vibrant entertainment and lighter crowds for the 26th season.
(PIGEON FORGE, Tenn.) SMOKIES.LIVE – Dollywood’s Splash Country opened over the weekend for the 26th season promising a summer filled with splashes and new nighttime activities.
The park said new this season, Neon Nights extends summer days into summer nights during this separately ticketed, after-hours celebration. On select Fridays and Saturdays from 7:30-10:30 p.m., the water park transforms with neon lights, immersive glow experiences and high-energy entertainment.
“Neon Nights is unlike anything our guests have experienced at Splash Country before,” said Jordan Leach, Director of Operations. “We wanted to offer our guests an opportunity to enjoy the water park in a unique way that felt like it was created just for them. With exclusive experiences and lighter crowds, we are excited to welcome guests after dark.”
It’s a summer full of entertainment as DJs on select Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays entertain guests with the jams by the wave pool.
Dollywood also announced that this season Splash Country would move to a cashless system. Guests will have to use debit cards, credit cards and mobile options like Apple Pay and Google Pay.
“Cashless transactions help shorten wait times where purchases are made, such as admission, culinary and dining locations,” the park said.


No responses yet