NightFlight Expedition (Dollywood Parks & Resorts)Dollywood will unveil its most expensive attraction ever, NightFlight Expedition, in the spring of 2026. The first-of-its kind ride will be housed in a 44,000-square-foot temperature-controlled facility in the park’s Wildwood Grove area. Billed as the “world’s first indoor family hybrid coaster and whitewater river raft ride,” the 5 1/2-minute experience features a night flight over the Smoky Mountains, a whitewater raft excursion, a mountain climb via roller coaster and a boat ride on a lake. “I’m just so proud that Dollywood has grown so much in its first 40 years that we’re able to add a ride like NightFlight Expedition,” Dolly Parton said via video. “I have no doubt it’s going to be a huge part of Dollywood’s next 40 years.