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6 New Things to Do in Gatlinburg in 2023

May 22, 2023

With the new year comes announcements for new attractions, restaurants, shops, and updates from beloved places. Gatlinburg has a big year ahead with some new things coming your way, and we want to share them with you! Here are 6 new things to do in Gatlinburg in 2023 you don’t want to miss!

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Largest Expansion Yet Coming to Anakeesta in Gatlinburg TN

Oct 21, 2022

One of the most popular attractions in the Smokies is growing again! Anakeesta has already expanded their attractions tremendously since opening in 2017, but this is the largest development we’ve seen so far. We know you can’t wait to find out what they’re adding, so keep reading to learn more about the expansion coming to Anakeesta in Gatlinburg TN.

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4 New Things Coming to Gatlinburg TN in 2022 You Don’t Want to Miss

Jan 11, 2022

One of the best things about taking a trip to Gatlinburg is every time you visit there are new exciting restaurants and attractions to check out. The same is going to be true in 2022. The things in this list have either just recently opened at the end of the past year, or they have a scheduled opening date in 2022! Here are 4 new things coming to Gatlinburg TN in 2022 you don’t want to miss: 1. Activate Games This brand new Gatlinburg attraction allows you to take a step into the future with high tech missions and challenges. The activities at Activate Games will test your physical and mental agility and are fun for the entire family! Each gaming session...

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Updates on Great Smoky Mountains National Park Reopening

Sep 01, 2020

The Great Smoky Mountains National Park began reopening on May 9! The park will open in phases, the first including many of the trails and roads in the park. The first phase lasted 2 weeks. The second phase kicked off on May 19 with the opening of Clingmans Dome, and more continues to reopen. On Sept. 3, the latest reopenings in the park will occur. Here is everything we know about the reopening:

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New in the Smokies: Everything You Need to Know About Anakeesta in Gatlinburg TN

Sep 27, 2017

Gatlinburg’s most eagerly anticipated new attraction is finally open! Anakeesta is a one-of-a-kind destination located atop a mountain overlooking the downtown Parkway. Offering outdoor adventures, shopping, dining, and even more fun, Anakeesta is quickly establishing itself as one of the can’t-miss attractions in the Smokies. To help you make the most of your next vacation, we have put together a convenient guide with everything you need to know about visiting Anakeesta in Gatlinburg TN.

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Smoky Mountain Fire Relief – How to Help

Dec 01, 2016


The Smoky Mountains just endured what Governor Bill Haslam called “the largest fire in the state of Tennessee in 100 years.” Over 15,000 acres were burnt and over 700 structures have been reported as damaged or destroyed in Sevier County. Click here to see our feature article that includes photos, videos, and a list of confirmations from businesses that were either damaged or still standing. As the fires have been contained, relief efforts have kicked in and, in true Volunteer spirit, there has been an overwhelming desire from all over to provide support and relief for those in need. If you have a desire to provide donations to help those in need in the Smoky Mountain areas, below are multiple ways for you to help in the relief efforts.

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Fire and Smoke in Gatlinburg TN

Nov 28, 2016

During the Smoky Mountain Fire of November, 2016 we created this post to record the events as they happened by curating the numerous social media posts as they poured in through facebook, twitter, and instagram. A fire that started out small on the Chimney Tops Trail was dramatically fueled by low humidity and high winds throughout the day on Monday, November 28, 2016. Wind gusts were recorded up to 80mph, which cause trees to knock down power lines around Gatlinburg, which sparked separate, non-related fires.

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Margaritaville and Cheeseburger in Paradise Coming Soon?

Nov 16, 2016

A few years ago, plans to build a Margaritaville hotel and restaurant in Gatlinburg came to a halt when Pigeon Forge passed their “liquor by the drink” laws. Margaritaville Island Hotel and restaurant opened at The Island in Pigeon Forge, instead, and both have been a huge success ever since. With the amount of success they have seen, there are plans currently getting approvals to open a brand new Margaritaville hotel and new restaurant in downtown Gatlinburg! Below, we break down what we know so far.

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Gatlinburg Moonshine Samples No Longer Free

Aug 17, 2016

Since Gatlinburg began allowing the legal purchase on moonshine in 2010, the local distilleries have gained a famous reputation for offering free samples to visitors over the age of 21. All a visitor would have to do is show a license and they would receive numerous samples at a distillery. This free offering worked for a while until more distilleries opened, offered more free samples, and people started “abusing” it. People have increasingly been hopping between each moonshine distillery and consuming enough alcohol to get legally drunk, which has led to increased public intoxication. To counter this “abuse”, the city has imposed a $5 fee that distilleries must charge each guest in order to receive free samples. Some distilleries such as Ole Smoky Moonshine then offer a $5 credit on any purchase to help guests “even out” the new charge.

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