Anakeesta Bear-Varian Fall Festival 2026: Brews, Brats & Fall Color
Anakeesta's Bear-Varian Fall Festival returns to Gatlinburg's mountaintop adventure park for fall 2026 — running late August through October 31 with craft beer tastings from local and regional breweries, Bavarian-inspired food, live entertainment from zombie bands and vampire girl groups, and 360-degree fall foliage views from the highest point in downtown Gatlinburg. New this year: the all-glass Crystal Express gondola makes the ascent part of the experience. Here's everything you need to know.