Locations
The first location opened in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee in 1988, just outside the entrance to Parton's theme park, Dollywood. A Myrtle Beach, South Carolina location opened in 1992 and, although still part of the chain, was re-themed as Pirates Voyage in 2011. A Branson, Missouri location opened in 1995.
A fourth location, in Orlando, Florida, opened in June 2003 and ceased operations in January 2008 when the property was sold to the outlet mall across the parking lot so they could expand. However, the sale never went through. The building is still owned by "Dixie Stampede LLC". The company is currently looking for a new buyer for the property, as they have received many offers throughout the years. In November 2012 the building has been demolished. Dolly said that they are looking for a new location in Orlando to rebuild. Although, it has now been said that the company may not relocate the Orlando version.
Read more about this topic: Dolly Parton's Dixie Stampede