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Screens and rapids: Dollywood celebrates NightFlight Expedition coaster ahead of opening

Dollywood marks the launch of the NightFlight Expedition coaster as attendance questions emerge regarding Dolly Parton.

By · Published August 15, 2026 at 06:27 UTC · Updated August 15, 2026 at 07:24 UTC

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Source diversity sample: pagesix.com · Yahoo · wvlt.tv · WATE 6 On Your Side · Knoxville News Sentinel · WLOS.

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Questions people are asking

What is the NightFlight Expedition?

It is a new roller coaster at Dollywood that incorporates screen elements and rapids.

Will Dolly Parton attend the opening?

Dolly Parton will not attend the preview event for the ride, and her status for future appearances is not specified.

Why are there concerns about Dolly Parton?

Reports from Yahoo indicate that health fears have deepened following her decision to pull out of multiple recent large events at the last minute.

What happened

Dollywood is celebrating the debut of the NightFlight Expedition coaster, a new attraction featuring a combination of screens and rapids. The launch event is currently underway, though the official opening remains ahead of the park's wider schedule. Attendance at the preview event is notably missing Dolly Parton, as confirmed by outlets including wvlt.tv and WATE 6 On Your Side.

This absence follows a series of recent last-minute event withdrawals. The Knoxville News Sentinel and Yahoo report that these recurring cancellations have prompted public concern regarding Parton's health. Observers are looking to the official public opening of the ride for further updates.

Coverage does not yet specify a revised appearance schedule for Parton or provide details regarding the status of future engagements.

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