Dollywood's Festival of Nations

Dollywood welcomes the world during Festival of Nations, a fascinating multi-cultural celebration. Featuring the traditional music, dance, food and art of nations from around the globe, Festival of Nations reminds guests of shared similarities while embracing unique, time-honored traditions.

The highlight show for 2016, Mother Africa, returns after its Dollywood debut in 2014. This renowned show combines skillful acrobatics, live music and traditional dance to delight audiences through a world-class demonstration celebrating Africa’s diverse traditions. 

Major touring stage shows, internationally known performance groups, various roaming musicians and more make Festival of Nations a fun, educational and exciting experience.  Authentic international cuisine and the daily celebrations by visiting nations throughout the park provide guests with an escape around the world without leaving the heart of the Smokies.