GATLINBURG, Tenn. (October 26, 2023) – Local days are back! Anakeesta is dedicated to giving back to our workforce, the Smoky Mountain community, and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. This year, we are partnering with one of the major fundraising groups for the park while giving residents a chance to visit at a discounted rate.
Some East Tennesseans will soon have the chance to enjoy spring in the Smokies at Anakeesta for just $5! Anakeesta is hosting its Local Appreciation Days for local residents and employees of multiple counties this November.
From November 10 through November 17, residents and workers in Blount, Cocke, Jefferson, and Sevier Counties will be able to enjoy a mountaintop adventure in the Smokies for just $5, all while contributing to a wonderful cause. Part of the proceeds from Local Appreciation Day sales will benefit Friends of the Smokies.
Friends of the Smokies assists the National Park Service in its mission to protect the Great Smoky Mountains National Park through fundraising efforts, public education projects and volunteers. You can learn more about the organization by visiting their website at https://friendsofthesmokies.org/.
Guests who visit during the week will be able to enjoy the park’s Enchanted Christmas celebration with thousands of Christmas lights, hot cocoa, magical villages, access to delicious Gatlinburg Restaurants, and all-new holiday themed entertainment offerings.
To receive $5 admission, guests must show a Tennessee Photo ID with a current address or show a current Photo ID along with a paystub from the following counties: Blount, Cocke, Jefferson, or Sevier dated within the last 30 days.
For more information about Anakeesta, Local Appreciation Days or our conservation efforts, please visit Anakeesta.com
Sheila Short says
You need to add Greene County to your Local day…. There are lots of Greeneville folks that travel to Gatlinburg for day trips,
Marshall Smith says
Hi Shelia,
We are currently offering all TN residents an annual pass for only $37.99 for a limited time only. Check out the offer here for restrictions and details.