Dollywood is opening for it’s 40th anniversary season on Saturday, with the park, and Dolly Parton herself, giving season passholders a first peek at the exciting additions to the park this year. Dolly Parton is slated to host an event opening the park at 11 a.

"Can you believe that it's been 40 years?" Parton asked the packed crowd in Celebrity Theater after making a surprise entrance on March 14. "It's been a great run so far. There's

Dolly Parton waved to park visitors at Dollywood during the park's parade as opening weekend for the 40th anniversary season is well underway.