Description
When the sun sets in the smokies, Anakeesta mountain comes to life with a celebration of lights during our Enchanted Christmas celebration. Gather around the fire with family and friends for hot cocoa, then stroll through our magical villages and enjoy delicious dining and a mountain of light displays that will fill your heart with winter cheer. Included with general admission to the park.
LIGHT UP THE NIGHT AT ANAKEESTA
Enchanted Christmas is a celebration of millions of twinkling lights throughout our mountaintop park! Firefly Village is aglow with holiday lighting as you shop for the perfect holiday gift. Black Bear Village echoes with the music of the season from our centrally located musical stage as you relax by the fire and take in a sunset view of the Smoky Mountains. The newly opened Stone Village is aglow with bells, holiday garland, and a brand new “Classic Christmas” Tree Farm. Stroll through our Arctic Alley with TENS of THOUSANDS of winter lights programmed to festive seasonal soundtracks. Discover our sensory walk on the Vista Gardens’ boardwalk and immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of nature. Then, follow the glimmering lights in the forest as you stroll along our iconic TreeTop Skywalk at night. Anakeesta comes to life at night this Enchanted Christmas!
MOUNTAINS OF ENTERTAINMENT
Step into a world of enchantment with our diverse lineup of entertainment offerings. Experience the magic of the season with the Anakeesta Carolers, as they serenade you with timeless holiday tunes, filling the air with festive cheer. Delight in the whimsical and sweet performances of Lolly Swirlycanes, a hoop artist in a candy cane-themed costume who takes you on an aerial journey like no other. Visit the newly opened Stone Village where our juggling stilt walker, adorned as a charming elf, will amaze you with incredible feats of dexterity and balance.
ASTRA LUMINA
Experience Anakeesta’s brand new attraction Astra Lumina! Set off across mysterious observatory grounds to discover a celestial pathway of lustrous light, cosmic visions, and astral song. Immerse yourself in illuminating encounters and connect with the stars before they return to the sky above. Astra Lumina at Anakeesta is the 15th experience in the Lumina Enchanted Night Walk series, and the very first in the United States! Be among the first to see Astra Lumina by adding the experience to your General Admission ticket. Astra Lumina is a permanent attraction that operates seasonally and is currently open Now-Jan 1st, 2022. Visit our events calendar for additional operating days and be on the lookout for 2023 dates coming soon!
FOOD AND DRINK
This Christmas at Anakeesta, embark on a heartwarming culinary journey. Clifftop Restaurant offers smoked herb-rubbed prime rib with creamy smashed potatoes, Chef’s veggies, horseradish sauce, and pan jus. The Smokehouse Restaurant features hickory-smoked ham with pineapple glaze, garlic herb beans, mac and cheese, and cornbread. At the Watering Can, relish a sweet Christmas tree waffle on a stick with sauce (chocolate, strawberry, or caramel) and two toppings. For a sweet finale, Snack Shack presents gingerbread funnel fries with cream, sprinkles, cookies, and cherries. For those looking to stay warm and toasty, our Hot Chocolate Crawl will keep you cozy and warm throughout your visit, available at five locations: Watering Can, Pearls, Kephart, Rocky Top, and Tap House.
BREAKFAST WITH SANTA
Experience the magic of the holiday season at our Breakfast with Santa event! On select days, Santa and Mrs. Claus will be on the mountain for a very special breakfast which includes early park access, a sing-a-long with the Anakeesta Christmas Carolers, arts and crafts, photo with Santa, and a special souvenir for the kids. Tickets for this event are highly limited and only available exclusively online.
Location
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576 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 37738, USA