Dolly Parton is expanding her Tennessee empire beyond Dollywood.
Introducing Dolly's Tennessean Travel Stop
On May 27, Dolly Parton took to Instagram to announce the opening of Dolly's Travel Stop, a roadside destination in the spirit of beloved Southern travel chains like Buc-ee's, but filtered entirely through Dolly's signature warmth and Tennessee hospitality. The first location opens on June 24, 2026, at Exit 22 off I-65 in Cornersville, Tennessee.
The announcement post read:
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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What's Coming to Cornersville
The concept map shared alongside the announcement makes clear that this is a full-blown destination rather than a simple pit stop. The Cornersville location will include a general store, a full-service restaurant, DLY BBQ, Dolly's Cup of Ambition Coffee shop, a performance stage, multiple event spaces, a Dolly Parton tour bus, a dog park, restrooms, and EV charging stations. Amenities specifically designed for long-haul truckers and road travelers are also part of the concept art.
The inaugural Cornersville location is the first of what the brand envisions as multiple roadside destinations. Fans interested in grand opening details or future location announcements can sign up for updates at dollystravelstops.com.
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