GATLINBURG’S NEWEST HAUNT, THE LEGEND OF HALLOW MOUNTAIN
Enter a world of whimsy and scares at Anakeesta’s Legend of Hallow Mountain. From kid-friendly Halloween fun to pulse-pounding scare zones, everyone will find their level of fun….or FEAR….at Anakeesta.
For all ages throughout the day, Autumn at Anakeesta will offer family friendly crafts, games, activities, not-so-spooky character visits, and fall inspired treats for all.
As the nightlife awakes, the Treetop Skywalk with 16 skybridges transforms into the NEW Firefly Forest, Anakeesta Gem Mining treasures begin to glow, Halloween movies air at the overlook and the mountain coaster and zipline rides turn into haunted adventures and the Vista Gardens transform into Hallow Mountain Graveyard where the undead rise to seek their way off Hallow Mountain…..enter if you DARE! (Ages 12+ only see FAQ/WARNINGS)
Autumn at Anakeesta and Hallow Mountain are included in the cost of general admission. Zombie Ziplining and the Haunted Rail Runner Mountain Coaster require an additional ticket purchase.
SEPTEMBER 13–NOVEMBER 2 (select nights)
September 13, 14, 20, 21, 27, 28 | October 3, 4, 5, 10, 11, 12, 17, 18, 19, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31 | November 1, 2 | Graveyard begins 1/2 after Sunset – Last tour through the graveyard is at 11:00 pm (actual times may vary)
Hallow Mountain Graveyard
WILL YOU DARE TO STAY AFTER DARK WHEN THE UNDEAD RISE, SEEKING THEIR WAY OFF HALLOW MOUNTAIN?
During the harvest moon, the lost souls of anguished settlers become the undead, rising from their graves, desperately searching for a way off Hallow Mountain as zombies, eager to harvest souls to share their misery.
Meet the Gravedigger as he weaves a tale from long ago then takes you on a journey through Hallow Mountain Graveyard.
NOTE: Graveyard tours begin 1/2 after Sunset – Last tour through the graveyard is at 11:00 pm (actual times may vary). Only those ages 12 and up will be allowed in this specifically designed area for an intense and realistic scare.
Zombie Ziplining
Oooooooo Zombie Ziplining … Zip your way through the dark of night and rappel into the depths of darkness. A single beacon of light will guide your way through almost 3,000 feet of ziplining fun. View the night sky while zipping almost a half-mile on 3 lines 125’ above the forest floor at speeds up to 35 MPH! Then, plunge into darkness on our 2 rappel drops up to 70’ high above the ground.
Guests will enjoy the night views of the city as they travel back to Firefly Village on the chairlift.
Zombie Zipline tours are $39.99 for all ages and depart at 8:00 | 8:30 | 9:00 | 9:30.
Please view all zipline requirements and restrictions here. Zombie Ziplining occurs in the dark. Reservations required, please call us at 865-325-2400 EXT 310.
Firefly Forest Experience
As the night life awakens, Anakeesta’s Treetop Skywalk with 16 skybridges transforms into the NEW Firefly Forest. Experience the enchantment of thousands of ‘fireflies’ pulsating in the forest below while walking 40-60 feet in the air, suspended in darkness.
Firefly forest begins 1/2 hour after sunset. This is a family experience that can be enjoyed by all ages. Guests must be able to walk unaided as bridges move and sway.
Outdoor Family Halloween Movies
We have something for the whole family to enjoy while visiting us this Fall Season! Catch classic haunting movies on the outdoor screen at the Overlook Beer Garden – Movies generally begin 1/2 hour after sunset, actual times may vary. All Ages
October 19 – Addams Family, Beetlejuice, Mummy
September 13 – Hocus Pocus
October 3 – Corpse Bride
October 4 – Beetlejuice
October 5 – Hotel Transylvania
October 10 – Frankenweenie, Beetlejuice, Frankenstein
October 11 – Hocus Pocus, Hotel Transylvania, Dracula
October 12 – Casper, Toy Story Terror, Wolf Man
October 17 – ParaNorman, HalloweenTown, Halloween town 2
October 18 – Ghostbusters, The Haunted Mansion, Bride of Frankenstein
October 24 – Casper, Scared Shrekless , The invisible Man
October 25 – Hotel Transylvania, BeetleJuice
October 26 – Frankenstein, Bride of Frankenstein , Dracula
October 27 – Toy Story of Terror, The Haunted Mansion, Frankenstein
October 28 – ParaNorman, Hotel Transylvania 1&2
October 29 – The dog who saved Halloween, Frankenweenie, Wolf Man
October 30 – Goosebumps, Beetlejuice, Addams Family
October 31 – Hocus Pocus, Casper , Hotel Transylvania
Also enjoy Crafts, Fun & Games! Seasonal Arts and Crafts for the kids, activities, games and more.
Glow in the Dark Gem Mining
Strike it rich with Glow in the Dark Gem Mining – Only at Anakeesta and only during this Halloween special event season! Gem mining is located right across from the entrance to Hallow Mouantain Graveyard and the Treehouse Village Adventure area. Parents wishing to take turns in the Hallow Mountain Graveyard scare zone will find this the perfect spot to entertain the younger kids.
Pay dirt pricing ranges from $6.95 to $22.95. Our special Halloween mix comes in one size and is just $7.95!
Haunted Rail Runner Mountain Coaster
Race down a spooky mountainside ride to a settlers camp where the walking dead may try and steal your soul with only strobing lights to guide your way through the foggy darkness of night.
Rail Runner requires a separate ticket. Cost is $12.99 for a single rider and $14.99 for tandem riders.
Please view all coaster requirements and restrictions here. Rail Runner will operate during the day and in the dark.
FAQ | WARNINGS
You will not be admitted but will be asked to leave the property if any of the following rules are not followed:
Due to the intense nature of this graveyard section of the attraction, no children 11 years of age or younger are permitted to enter the Hallow Mountain Graveyard. All other Hallow Mountain elements are available for ALL ages. Anakeesta reserves the right to refuse admission to anyone. You will experience intense audio and lighting, extremely low visibility, simulated fog, damp and/or wet conditions. You will be subjected to sudden movements of special effects, flashing lights, and startles from our actors. Do not enter this attraction if you are an expectant mother, have heart conditions, prone to seizures, asthma or other respiratory ailments, claustrophobic, prone to motion sickness, dizziness, or any other physical ailments. Do not enter this attraction if you are intoxicated, under the influence, have any form of a cast/brace/crutches, or serious physical limitations for your own safety.
No smoking, running, eating or drinking during the Graveyard scare experience. Do not touch the actors, other guests, or props inside the attraction at any time. No video or flash photography allowed inside the Hallow Mountain Graveyard Experience. Secure your personal effects; Anakeesta is not responsible for lost or damaged items.
NO REFUNDS. If the event is canceled guests will receive a general admission voucher for a return visit, valid for a year. No vouchers will be issued on November 2nd. Hallow Mountain will operate rain or (moon)shine.
Your ticket is a revocable license for admission to Anakeesta. Holder of the ticket understands that there is inherent risk involved while attending this attraction. Holder assumes all risks and dangers associated with participation in this attraction. Upon admission, ticket holder releases the operator, it’s parent company, affiliates, officers, directors, managers, and staff from any liability, harm, injury or death, cost or expense whatsoever that may directly or indirectly arise from attending this attraction.
PLEASE NOTE: Hallow Mountain Graveyard is not permitted for children under the age of 12. No costumes or masks allowed.