09/13/2025 to 10/31/2025
Get DirectionsCelebrate the season at Anakeesta’s Bear-Varian Fall Festival with seasonal food, craft beer tastings, and fun-filled entertainment for all ages! Free admission for Bear Tracts guests.
Bear-Varian Festival
Join in the seasonal fun at Anakeesta’s Bear-Varian Fall Festival, where the vibrant colors of autumn meet exciting entertainment, delicious food, and craft beer sampling! Nestled in the Great Smoky Mountains, Anakeesta transforms into a fall wonderland with festive decorations, seasonal treats, and family-friendly activities.
Indulge in Bavarian-inspired food like Giant Pretzels and German Chocolate Funnel Fries, or elevate your experience with a Beer Tasting Card, offering six 8 oz. pours from local craft breweries. Entertainment includes lively tunes from "The SkeleTones," mischievous antics from the Scarecrow Bros, and magical performances by the Anakeesta Witches 3. It's the perfect way to embrace fall in the Smokies!
Beer Tasting Card: For just $21.99, you can enjoy six refreshing 8 oz. beer pours from various locations around the park, complete with a souvenir lanyard. Guests must be 21+ to purchase this add-on.
Don’t miss this perfect autumn experience in the Smoky Mountains! Bear Tracts guests enjoy free admission to Anakeesta as part of our exclusive attraction pass program.
