“NightFlight Expedition” coming to Dollywood

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Adam Wurtzel welcomed Dollywood‘s PR Director into the Rising studio to learn about the theme park’s newest attraction coming in 2026.

According to a press release, “NightFlight Expedition,” the first attraction experience of its kind in the world, combines four unique features into one groundbreaking thrill ride sure to delight guests of all ages. Created and built by Dollywood, Herschend Creative Studios and esteemed manufacturer Mack Rides, the custom-designed amphibious ride vehicle interacts with vivid multimedia projections, dynamic onboard and offboard audio, as well as special lighting effects, to immerse guests in an extraordinary Smoky Mountain adventure. Mack Rides recently won the 2025 Amusement Today Golden Ticket for Best New Innovation thanks to the ride system utilized in NightFlight Expedition.

This Fall, Dollywood will also welcome back its Harvest Festival so kids and families of all ages can celebrate Halloween.  The festival runs through October 27th.