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International Delights at Dollywood's Festival of Nations

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It's that time of year again at Dollywood, the Festival of Nations is about to kick off for five weeks of the best performers, food, dance, and crafts from all over the world. This year is even bigger and better than ever, as over 250 international performers join the celebration:

Stix on Steel

  • Returning for this year's celebration and Hailing from Trinidad, this rhythmic group brings the enchanting melodies of steel band music to life at Dollywood.

Yawar Chicchi

  • The Peruvian Danza de las Tijeras, or Scissors Dance, is an incredible artistic display. Featuring a wide variety of physical feats and gymnastics, all while accompanied by the music of scissors and violin.

Rhythm of the Dance

  • Dollywood is shining the spotlight this year on Celebrate Ireland! With a renowned dance troupe that performs high energy Celtic dance along with a six-piece band. Traditional music and colorful costumes makes this an event nobody wants to miss!

Ecuador's Atahualpa

  • Always a crowd please, the Atahualpa are veterans of famous festivals throughout the world. Their mix of traditional South American dance and rich meringue music creates an incredibly entertaining festival atmosphere for all.

Other highlights of the Festival of Nationals celebration include a selection of cuisine from culture around the globe, thanks to the theme of Celebrate Ireland! Get a taste of fine Irish cuisine, such as Sheppard's pie and beef and cabbage. Visitors to Dollywood are sure to not leave hungry during the Festival of Nations, with tasty aromas filling the air from O'Malley's Place to an Irish Snack bar

As you prepare to venture out across the globe at Dollywood, you'll want a comfortable room to return to at night. Consider some of the following nearby lodging choices as you create and book your custom Dollywood vacation:


 
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