Dolly Parton’s Tennessee Takeover: America’s Sweetheart Confirms Brand-New Travel Destination
Dollywood isn’t enough anymore! Dolly Parton is taking her Tennessee hospitality to the open road, and she’s doing it in a style that only she could pull off.
A Tennessee Travel Stop Built Around the Spirit of Dolly Parton
On May 27, Parton announced via Instagram that the first-ever Dolly’s Tennessean Travel Stop will open on June 24, 2026, at Exit 22 off I-65 in Cornersville, Tennessee. Think of it as a Southern roadside destination in the tradition of beloved travel chains like Buc-ee’s, infused with Dolly’s unmistakable personality and Tennessee roots from the ground up.
Mark your calendars! Dolly’s very first Tennessean Travel Stop officially opens June 24 in Cornersville, TN, welcoming travelers from near and far to experience a brand-new roadside destination built around comfort, care and Tennessee hospitality.
Located at exit 22 off I-65, guests can enjoy DLY BBQ, a fresh cup of Dolly’s Cup of Ambition Coffee, custom merch and a full-service restaurant, all inspired by the spirit of the open road.
Additional details on grand opening festivities will be revealed in the coming weeks. For more information about Dolly’s Tennessean Travel Stop, please sign up for updates at dollystravelstops.com.
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Everything the First Location Will Offer
The concept map included in Parton’s post reveals an ambitious footprint for the Cornersville location. Travelers stopping at Exit 22 will find a general store, a full-service restaurant, DLY BBQ, Dolly’s Cup of Ambition Coffee, custom merchandise, a performance stage, multiple event spaces, a Dolly Parton tour bus on display, a dog park, restrooms, and EV charging stations. The property also includes dedicated amenities for long-haul truckers and other road travelers.
June 24 marks the grand opening of the first location, with additional details about opening festivities still to come. Those interested in staying ahead of announcements, including news about future Dolly’s Tennessean Travel Stop locations, can sign up for updates at dollystravelstops.com.
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