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Exciting news and events! We are happy to share the latest updates with you!

May
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Anakeesta & Partners Propel Sevier County Students to College

May 26, 2021

GATLINBURG, Tenn. — Starting June 1, Anakeesta is asking guests to support the education of Sevier County students and change their lives. Through the month of June, each guest will be able to “round up” their ticket, retail, or food purchase for the Sevier County Partners in Progress “Round Up” education program. 

May
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Anakeesta Raises $5k for Friends of the Smokies

May 26, 2021

GATLINBURG, Tenn. — More than $5,000 was raised by Anakeesta for Friends of the Smokies thanks to East Tennessee residents.  The park’s week-long Local Appreciation Event, which ran from May 10 to May 16, 2021 allowed Sevier, Knox, Cocke, Hamblen, Jefferson and Blount County residents to enjoy the beauty of the Smokies from Anakeesta Mountain for just $5.

May
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Good Morning America Features Gatlinburg, Anakeesta

May 12, 2021

The Great Smoky Mountains, Anakeesta, and Gatlinburg are so popular, even national news teams are visiting East Tennessee to showcase what all we have to offer guests! On Tuesday, May 5, Good Morning America stopped by Gatlinburg and Anakeesta to have some fun on our Dueling Zipline.

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Gatlinburg nominated by USA Today for best small town arts scene

April 6, 2021

Anakeesta’s wonderful home, the City of Gatlinburg, has garnered another nomination, this time for the buzz generated by small town artistry in the Great Smoky Mountains. Gatlinburg has been nominated by USA Today for Best Small Town Arts Scene. USA Today’s 10Best category is a competitive competition, and its editors have a multitude of categories. Gatlinburg venues and lodging accommodations have been nominated by USA Today before. Recently, Little Arrow Outdoor Resort landed on USA TODAY’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Travel Awards for Best Glamping Resort. This time, the city that calls the Smokies home is in the lead as votes pour in for which small city in the country is the best among the arts. You can vote here. 

Mar
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Bear walks on Anakeesta’s TreeTop Skywalk in Gatlinburg

March 29, 2021

GATLINBURG, Tenn. — Spring is in the air at Anakeesta as the mountain theme park gets ready to kick off its debut seasonal event “Blooms and Tunes.” Anakeesta’s newest event isn’t the only thing waking up in the Great Smoky Mountains, the mountains’ wildlife is, as well. The park saw just how true that was Thursday, March 25, when a black bear walked on Anakeesta’s TreeTop Skywalk in Gatlinburg.

Feb
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Blooms & Tunes Anakeesta’s Brand New Spring Event

February 19, 2021

Anakeesta is in full bloom this spring as part of our “Blooms and Tunes” spring event. April 2nd through June 20th Anakeesta will feature grand and colorful nature-themed art installations throughout the park including a 20’ long blooming daisy! Listen to live music Thursday through Sunday featuring a packed lineup of local artists. Be sure to try one of our spring-themed menu and cocktail items at one of our four dining venues. Stay and enjoy the warmer nights as Anakeesta lights up the mountain sky with colorful light displays throughout the park! Grab a seat at a firepit and enjoy a star-filled night show offered daily by nature itself.

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What Is Christmas Like at Anakeesta?

December 4, 2020

Looking for things to do in Gatlinburg at Christmas? You won’t want to miss Christmas at Anakeesta. During the holiday season, Anakeesta is unlike anything else in Gatlinburg, offering decked-out trees, beautiful views, sparkling holiday lights, endless selfie spots, a variety of Christmas-themed attractions, and a mountaintop setting like no other. Whether you want to take part in Gatlinburg Christmas events or are looking for somewhere to see Christmas lights in Gatlinburg, find out why Christmas at Anakeesta is so special! Table of Contents 9 Ways Anakeesta Transforms During Christmas Anakeesta is home to a variety of Gatlinburg Christmas events that will help you get into the holiday spirit. With a selection of shows, light displays, specialty menus, photo opportunities, stores, and carolers, Anakeesta is a great destination for anyone spending Christmas in the Smoky Mountains.  As you look for winter things to do in Tennessee, learn more about the top nine ways Anakeesta changes during the holiday season: 1. Christmas-Themed Lights and Decorations Celebrate the Season As soon as you arrive at Anakeesta over the holiday season, you’ll be immersed in a mountaintop environment decorated with over a million holiday-colored lights. The sparkling mix of red, green, white, and other colored lights transports guests into a festive environment ideal for families, couples, and larger groups! Alongside being known as a premier Eastern Tennessee Christmas lights destination, Anakeesta puts up lots of holiday decorations, like wreaths, decorated Christmas trees, garlands, and other themed decorations. The mountaintop environment also offers scenic views of the Smoky Mountains and downtown Gatlinburg’s Christmas lights. 2. Carolers Add to the Holiday Mood No celebration of Christmas is complete without carolers, and Anakeesta knows this. Around Christmas, carolers serenade visitors with classic Christmas and holiday songs.  Our talented carolers perform multiple times a day, six days a week, around Christmas to ensure every visitor can enjoy live music while they explore Anakeesta. […]