The New Year brings Dollywood’s newest festival, "Rock the Smokies"

Update: Additional showtime added to "Rock the Smokies"
Due to an overwhelming response, Dollywood added a second showtime at 7 p.m. to the festival schedule.

Now there’s one more chance to see Third Day and For King & Country on stage at Dollywood! This one-day event provides the chance for both thrill rides and a rocking worship experience for one great price.

Rock the Smokies artists also include Sidewalk Prophets, About a Mile and Love & The Outcome.

Dollywood welcomed in the New Year with a special announcement, a brand new festival! Guests can now experience a rocking worship experience Dollywood-style as they "Rock the Smokies" during the day-long celebration, Sept. 5, 2015.

The new festival will bring Christian artists such as Third Day, For King & Country and many more to Dollywood for a powerful Christian rock experience. The festival provides time for both thrill rides and a Christian festival for one great price. There will even be VIP packages available to meet the bands and take pictures!