We are Sarah and Stephanie. We are local moms who have lived in the Smokies for over 15 years. We created this site trying to help others plan their time while visiting the Smokies. The biggest thing we love to look for when going somewhere new is what can we do that is fun and still cheap for the whole family to enjoy.
So we all are looking for cheap things to do in the Smokies. We have been keeping this list to ourselves for years. All these prices we have found off their website and are quoting the adult price. Kids prices are cheaper and there is a chance these businesses have changed their prices since this post has been written so be sure to call or check their website to make sure of their prices.
Prices are subject to change at anytime! Make sure to call or go to their website to confirm prices, also check out their social media for specials. You can also find some deals for businesses with their brochure or groupon has specials. Either way, This gives you an idea of some cheaper things to do.
If you are looking for FREE things to do…
We also did a post about…
FREE Things to do in Pigeon Forge
FREE Things to do in Gatlinburg
FREE Things to do in The Smokies.
Be sure to check out the above links as well
The Island Rides
The Island is pretty cheap from around $6 per ride but you can save even more money if you buy a day pass and it’s good for 48 hours!
The Thunder Dome is a fun activity for kids. If they weigh at least 20lbs but don’t weigh over 200lbs They can get all hooked up and jump super high on the Thunder Dome for $11.99
Wilderness At The Smokies Activities
If you are staying at Wilderness at the Smokies to be able to take advantage of the fun indoor activities they offer…
XD Adventure Theater
$9.00 per person. Minimum rider height 36″. Max rider weight 350lbs.
Moonshine Run indoor blacklight mini-golf
$6.00 per person but age 3 & under are FREE with paying adult. Must be under 36″ accompanied by adult.
Frog Hopper spring ride
$5.00. must be between 36″ – 54″
Fury in the Forest laser tag
$8.00. Must be min 42″ to play. Closed toe shoes are required.
Copperhead laser maze
$4.00. No minimum height required. Shoes are required.
Mount Wild climbing wall
$6.00. Must be a minimum of 36″ to climb. Must be a minimum 40lbs and a maximum 275lbs. Closed toe shoes are required.
Howlin’ Hound Dog Alley
$5.00 per 10 frames. Must be accompanies by an adult if under 36″.
Be sure to check out all their attractions here.
Pigeon Forge Snow
You can go to Pigeon Forge Snow and play in the snow for just $10. This is a lot to fun to do at any age.
Circus Golf in Downtown Gatlinburg
Circus Golf offers indoor putt putt and a mirror maze. This location is right on the Gatlinburg strip and the kids always love to stop here and look at the people outside.
$7.95 for indoor circus golf
$8.75 for Their Mirror Maze
or pay $12 per person any age for both indoor mini golf and the Mirror Maze
plus $16 combos for mirror maze, golf and Shoot em’ Up Cinema
Sevierville Community Bowling
Bowling is always a fun activity to do with the family and is usually pretty cheap. You can go Bowling at the Sevierville Community Center or The Pigeon Forge Community Center.
Bowl from $2.00-$4.00 Adults per game – Shoes $2.75
The Mountain Mile
Kids can ride the little train for $5 While you are at the area go check out some really cool stores and deserts in the area. The Mountain Mile location has a great open area to play some lawn games such as corn hole and other games. You can sit and enjoy the weather next to their fire pits.
Three Bears General Store
$3.50 for entry to see the Bears in their enclosure. The Three Bears General Store is really fun to look through and back behind the store they have a huge wall mural you could take a fun photo at.
Sevierville Family Aquatic Center
Want to cool off in the water then come and swim at the Sevierville Family Aquatic Center. They have a splash pad, slide and pool. They also have a full concession stand. The Park “Mt Ton Of Fun” is right next door so kids can go play afterwards. Bring your bikes and ride around and play some tennis or pickle ball.
The Track
The Track has lots of rides, bumper boats, go karts, mini golf and kiddie rides. They operate on a points system so the more points you buy the more you save but 1 point = $1
Kiddie Rides are 5 points
They have 3 different go cart tracks and each one cost different prices but start at 6 points for little ones and go up to 12 points per rider
Mini Golf-12 points per person
Bumper Boats are 9 points per person
Bumper Cars 9 points
Moonshine Tasting
Want to go and just try a bunch of different flavors of moonshine before you commit to buying one. Head over to the your favorite moonshine seller and try some from $5-$8 depending on location and a standard or premium tasting! We found this article to help with more information. www.olesmoky.com
Deer Farm Petting Zoo
This farm is so much fun for kids and adults. You can see goats, deer, sheep, camels, pigs, zonkee and lots more. Feeding them is fun too! Check out our other post when we went to Deer Farm Petting Zoo With Kids.
($15.99) Adults -Kids $9.99 food cups $2.50
Deer Farm Pony ride ($9.99)
Max Child Height is 56” and a Max weight of 100 lbs
They do give refunds if your child changes their mind.
Laser Port Fun Center
Laser Port Fun Center offers Putt Putt, Go Karts and Laser Tag!
BLACK LIGHT GOLF
Round of Golf: $13.99+tax
Children 5 and Under: Free
GO KARTS
Single Karts: $11.99+tax
Double Karts: $13.99+tax
LASER TAG
8 Minute Session: $15.99
**Must be 56″ and under 300 lbs. to drive a Single Kart. Must be 56″ and 16 years old to drive a Double Kart. Double Kart riders must be at least 3 years old. The total weight for the Double Kart driver and passenger must not exceed 500 lbs.
The Forge Cinema
I know you can go to the movies anywhere but The Forge Cinema has NEW movies for under $6 a person and in the summer months they play FREE older movies that everyone in the family can enjoy!
The Running of The Zorb
Think you can out run a 11 foot inflatable zorb while running down the hill? This is something Outdoor Gravity Park Offers a few times a year and it is so unique and so much fun to watch. For $40 for 4 people you can try your best to outrun the zorb ball each additional person is $10. Reveal your inner Indianan Jones. It’s an inflatable ball so you won’t get hurt if it passes you! Some great videos are on Youtube or TikTok to see what we are talking about.
We hope this list helps you with making a decision on where to go and what to do. Please know that prices are subject to change at any time so please be sure to call or check their website for current and updated prices.