{"id":5462,"date":"2017-03-15T17:48:35","date_gmt":"2017-03-15T21:48:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cabinsofthesmokymountains.com\/blog\/?p=5462"},"modified":"2020-09-28T17:36:52","modified_gmt":"2020-09-28T21:36:52","slug":"festival-nations-2017","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cabinsofthesmokymountains.com\/blog\/pigeon-forge\/festival-nations-2017\/","title":{"rendered":"Festival of Nations 2017 at Dollywood"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Spring comes and winter weather exits the Smoky Mountains, and Dollywood reopens its doors &#8211; on Saturday, March 18, 2017 &#8211; for hours of fun, excitement, and entertainment at Tennessee&#8217;s premier theme park.<\/p>\n<p>Set your calendar for opening day\u00a0and\u00a0get ready to experience cultures from around the world\u00a0at <strong>Festival of Nations 2017<\/strong>, which runs from March 18 through April 9.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_5463\" style=\"width: 1376px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-5463\" class=\"wp-image-5463 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cabinsofthesmokymountains.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/InvadersSH3.jpg\" alt=\"Images courtesy of Dollywood\" width=\"1366\" height=\"420\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cabinsofthesmokymountains.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/InvadersSH3.jpg 1366w, https:\/\/www.cabinsofthesmokymountains.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/InvadersSH3-300x92.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.cabinsofthesmokymountains.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/InvadersSH3-1024x315.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1366px) 100vw, 1366px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-5463\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Images courtesy of Dollywood<\/p><\/div>\n<p>During the festival, the park becomes a canvas of brilliantly colored, handcrafted traditional costumes from exotic cultures, and a showcase for a multitude of talent and entertainment &#8211; and food. Bring a hearty appetite as the aromas of exotic flavors and spices wafts through the air teasing\u00a0the taste buds.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Festival of Nations Performances\u00a0<\/strong><!--more--><\/p>\n<p>There&#8217;s an impressive lineup of entertainment taking place each day during the 2017 festival, with music, dancing,\u00a0characters in costume, highland bagpipes, acrobatics, photo opportunities, and more.<\/p>\n<p>From the mesmerizing tunes played by Kelly <span class=\"scayt-misspell-word\">Shipe<\/span> on bagpipes as she strolls the streets, to the Valley Theater&#8217;s Caribbean sounds of the Invaders Steel Orchestra, music fills the air and will have your toe tapping\u00a0throughout your visit.<\/p>\n<p>If you&#8217;ve ever wanted to visit the Swiss Alps, now is your chance to take a cultural trip at the festival\u00a0and learn about life in the Alps\u00a0through traditional music and stories presented by <span class=\"scayt-misspell-word\">Streichmusik<\/span> Alder at <span class=\"scayt-misspell-word\">Heartsong<\/span> Theater.<\/p>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5464 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cabinsofthesmokymountains.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/Slask_SH1.ashx_-1024x315.jpg\" alt=\"Slask_SH1.ashx\" width=\"640\" height=\"197\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cabinsofthesmokymountains.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/Slask_SH1.ashx_-1024x315.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.cabinsofthesmokymountains.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/Slask_SH1.ashx_-300x92.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.cabinsofthesmokymountains.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/Slask_SH1.ashx_.jpg 1366w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/>\n<p>Poland is well represented with over 30 dancers decked out in beautifully detailed costumes, each depicting a specific region of the country. Enjoy traditional folk dances and music by the <span class=\"scayt-misspell-word\">Slask<\/span> ensemble at the <span class=\"scayt-misspell-word\">Showstreet<\/span> Palace Theater.<\/p>\n<p>Beautiful and mysterious Africa is on display as Mother Africa brings the\u00a0stage at DP&#8217;s Celebrity Theater\u00a0alive with performance. Live music, exciting dance routines, colorful costumes, and heart-pounding acrobatics regale the audience.<\/p>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5467 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cabinsofthesmokymountains.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/SH_MotherAfrica.ashx_-1024x315.jpg\" alt=\"SH_MotherAfrica.ashx\" width=\"640\" height=\"197\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cabinsofthesmokymountains.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/SH_MotherAfrica.ashx_-1024x315.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.cabinsofthesmokymountains.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/SH_MotherAfrica.ashx_-300x92.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.cabinsofthesmokymountains.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/SH_MotherAfrica.ashx_.jpg 1366w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/>\n<p>Sit back and relax at the Back Porch Theater, and let the lilting\u00a0sounds of the flute and Irish harp set a soothing tone with a series of tranquil duets\u00a0performed by husband and wife <span class=\"scayt-misspell-word\">Dearbhail<\/span> Finnegan and Robin Slater.<\/p>\n<p>Like the Appalachian Mountains culture, the Andes Mountains has its own unique culture, which is shared through the traditional music and dance performed by <span class=\"scayt-misspell-word\">Atahualpa<\/span> at the <span class=\"scayt-misspell-word\">Showstreet<\/span> Gazebo.<\/p>\n<p>Kids of all ages will have a blast getting their picture taken with some interesting characters who&#8217;ve arrived from &#8220;Oblivia.&#8221;\u00a0Look for <span class=\"scayt-misspell-word\">Hodman<\/span> &amp; Sally as they make their way around the festival with their unique friends.<\/p>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5468 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cabinsofthesmokymountains.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/FlyingButtressesSH1-1024x315.jpg\" alt=\"FlyingButtressesSH1\" width=\"640\" height=\"197\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cabinsofthesmokymountains.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/FlyingButtressesSH1-1024x315.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.cabinsofthesmokymountains.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/FlyingButtressesSH1-300x92.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.cabinsofthesmokymountains.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/FlyingButtressesSH1.jpg 1366w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/>\n<p>With the Easter holiday right around the corner, now is a good time to start planning an outing to\u00a0enjoy the spring weather and the beauty of Pigeon Forge beginning with Dollywood&#8217;s Festival of Nations 2017.\u00a0All\u00a0performances are scheduled to run\u00a0through April 9, so there&#8217;s plenty of time to make plans for a\u00a0cultural world tour with a visit to the park.<\/p>\n<p>Set aside some time to continue your adventure and explore\u00a0the world-famous theme park and its\u00a0many activities and entertainment options. Check out the 40 rides and attractions, enjoy one of the 15 entertaining shows, dine on sumptuous southern-style cuisine.<\/p>\n<p>For a taste of Tennessee culture, visit the on-site blacksmith and the glass maker in Craftsman&#8217;s Valley and watch\u00a0as each artisan meticulously hand-crafts a collection of intricate pieces. Be sure to stop by one of the shops for a souvenir.<\/p>\n<p>For more information see the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.dollywood.com\/themepark\/Festivals\/Festival-of-Nations\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Dollywood Festival of Nations 2017 website<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>And if you don&#8217;t get an opportunity to see and do everything &#8211; plan\u00a0a return visit when the 35-acre Splash Country Water Park opens\u00a0on Saturday, May 15!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"border-radius: 2px; text-indent: 20px; width: auto; padding: 0px 4px 0px 0px; text-align: center; font: bold 11px\/20px 'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,sans-serif; color: #ffffff; background: #bd081c no-repeat scroll 3px 50% \/ 14px 14px; position: absolute; opacity: 1; z-index: 8675309; display: none; cursor: pointer;\">Save<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"border-radius: 2px; text-indent: 20px; width: auto; padding: 0px 4px 0px 0px; text-align: center; font: bold 11px\/20px 'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,sans-serif; color: #ffffff; background: #bd081c no-repeat scroll 3px 50% \/ 14px 14px; position: absolute; opacity: 1; z-index: 8675309; display: none; cursor: pointer;\">Save<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Spring comes and winter weather exits the Smoky Mountains, and Dollywood reopens its doors &#8211; on Saturday, March 18, 2017 &#8211; for hours of fun, excitement, and entertainment at Tennessee&#8217;s premier theme park. 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