The tariffs wars involving global economic powerhouses such as the U.S. and China are being felt even in such distinctly local places as your regional amusement park.

Dollywood’s 2023 season is being called one of the biggest ever because of two new massive projects.

PIGEON FORGE, Tenn. - If you're looking for a scare this Halloween, why not take a trip to Dollywood? The theme park's Great Pumpkin LumiNights was named the nation's best theme park Halloween event in USA Today's 10Best Readers' Choice Awards. The family-friendly event in Pigeon Forge also includes giant sculptures, pumpkin-themed food and live entertainment. Universal Orlando's Halloween Horror Nights finished second to Dollywood, with Halloween Haunt at Kings Island third. "We knew Great Pumpkin LumiNights was a hit during the first few evenings of the event in 2017," said Pete Owens, Dollywood vice president of marketing and public relations.

ROANOKE, Va. - If you love Dollywood and you're social media savvy-- you could become one of the next park insiders. Dollywood is in search of its next panel of park insiders who share experiences and tips through online content. For the past three seasons, park guests have found helpful information on Dollywood blogs and social channels thanks to this group of seasoned Dollywood veterans. Dollywood intentionally selects panelists from diverse walks of life to best represent Dollywood park visitors. Dollywood Insiders are tasked with pitching and executing creative blogs and videos that help others learn about Dollywood, Dollywoods Splash Country, Dollywoods DreamMore Resort and Spa and Dollywoods Smoky Mountain Cabins.