Overview
- Dollywood announced a separately ticketed after‑hours Halloween event called Harvey’s Boo Bash that will run on three nights in October with entry beginning at 6 p.m. and event activities continuing until midnight.
- Harvey’s Boo Bash is a limited‑capacity, premium offering priced at $129.99 plus tax with special ticket bundles that can include daytime park admission and a $5 discount for season passholders and Dollywood resort guests.
- The event package includes candy‑collecting stations, harvest character meet‑and‑greets, two dance parties, access to many park attractions during the event, complimentary items (a candy bag, souvenir cup, free Coca‑Cola fountain drinks and a themed snack), allergen‑friendly options, and a costume policy for guests.
- Dollywood also updated its attraction timeline by delaying NightFlight Expedition from its planned spring opening to a mid‑August target date, with the ride using a MACK Rides Rocking Boat system that can include rapids sections, coaster elements and bidirectional controlled movement.
- The changes signal a strategic shift toward higher‑priced, limited‑attendance special events that can shorten lines and create exclusive perks for attendees while requiring the park to sequence major ride openings more conservatively.