It’s one of the last festivals of the year, so don’t miss out on four weeks of free southern gospel music concerts at Dollywood. All concerts are included with regular park admission and take place throughout the park October 3 – November 3.

The Southern Gospel Music Association Induction Ceremony & Singing News Fan Awards will kick off the celebration. For more information about this event, visit SGMA.org.

Musical acts will be performing at multiple stages throughout the day including the Celebrity Theater, Showstreet Theater, Pines Theater, Singing News Stage at the Valley Theater & Robert F. Thomas Chapel, and the Praise 96.3 FM Stage at the Back Porch Theater. Some of the southern gospel performers include:

• The Cavaliers
• Kingdom Heirs
• The Florida Boys
• Dreamland Drive-In
• The Crist Family
• The Dixie Melody Boys
• Billy Hodges
• The Murray Family
• Mark Dubbeld Family
• Plus many more

For a complete list of performers and show times, check out the Entertainment Schedule.

In addition to the great music, craftsmen will be displaying custom glassworks like handmade ornaments, figurines, and pendants in Craftsmans Valley.

The cooler weather is the perfect time to take advantage of all the great rides and shows at Dollywood during the festival. If you’re looking for deals on lodging make sure to take a look at all of our Dollywood vacation packages.