Great Smoky Military/1st Responder Discounts
The City of Pigeon Forge honors our heroes in the month of August each year with Celebrate Freedom. To find out more, click here. Keep reading to find out more Great Smoky Military/1st Responder Discounts.
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Gatlinburg
Anakeesta
Military is offered a 10% discount on admission. Anakeesta is a mountaintop park offering zip lining, gondola rides, a treetop play area & other outdoor family fun. All ages will love this attraction highlighting great views of the beauty of the Great Smokies.
Cookie Dough Bliss
Cookie Dough Bliss offers a 10% discount on all orders to all current and retired military, police, fire, and EMT (all first responders). They require any identification that indicates they are military/1st responder. This also applies to their food trailer that travels around East Tennessee. 20 flavors of cookie dough served in scoops, cones, pies, pops, and even ice cream sandwiches. They will surely satisfy everyone’s sweet tooth.
Family Crests at Ober Mountain
This locally operated and veteran owned store offers all military (retired and active) and first responders a 10% discount on their entire purchase with a valid ID. Family Crests has military and first responder pins, hats, challenge coins, and other items.
Fannie Farkles
Military, both past and present, as well as first responders, police, and firefighters will receive a free drink with any food purchase. You will need to show ID. Fannie Farkle’s is known for their Ogle Dogs (fresh dipped foot long corn dogs) and their Cheesesteaks and Sausage Subs.
Gatlinburg SkyPark
Gatlinburg SkyPark currently offers military, veterans, first responders, and nurses a $3 discount per ticket for everyone in their party. Proof of service or employment is required. This is only offered at the onsite ticket office, not online tickets. SkyPark is the longest running attraction in Gatlinburg. The park includes the SkyLift, SkyBridge, Gatlingburg SkyTrail, and the SkyDeck.
Hillbilly Golf
Hillbilly Golf offers a $2 discount to all veterans, military, law enforcement, firefighters, EMTs, and 911 dispatchers. A favorite among miniature golfers Hillbilly Golf Gatlinburg is an unforgettable experience including an incline rail up the side of the mountain and two 18-hole courses.
Ober Mountain
Ober Mountain office U.S. Military members (active or retired) a Free Wristband or Tram only if not interested in any activities on the mountain top. They also offer a 15% discount off the price of Ski Area Tickets and Ski or Snowboard Equipment Rentals. The same discount is extended to spouses and dependent children, with Military member present (unless currently deployed). Ober Mountain (formerly Ober Gatlinburg) is a mountainside amusement park features skiing, mini-golf, wildlife encounters, a mall & more.
Ole Smoky Distillery
Ole Smoky offers a 10% discount for Military and Veterans. You will need to show a form of Military/Veteran ID. With multiple locations in the Smokies, Ole Smoky Distillery offers moonshine, whiskey, and canned cocktails. Two locations also have live music.
Ripley’s – numerous attractions
Military personnel and their spouses and dependents living in the same home receive a 30% general admission at any of the 8 Ripley’s attractions in Tennessee. Their military combo to 8 attractions (excluding Ripley’s Super Fun Park) are $67.49 per adult (ages 12 and up) and children are $49.67. Must provide proof of military service at ticket booth prior to purchase. The military discount is available to Active, Retired, and Veterans. To verify what is considered acceptable ID call 865-430-8808.
First Responders receive $3 off adult tickets and $2 off children’s tickets. Must present proof of employment at the ticket booth prior to purchase. First responders included in this deal are Law Enforcement, 911 Operators, Firefighters, Paradmedics/EMTs, Emergency Medical Professionals, all nurses and Medical personnel, and Emergency Management Professionals (FEMA and TEMA).
Speedwerkz
Military, Veterans, and First Responders can receive a ticket for $4 off the adult admission price. In addition to a ticket ($17.99 currently), Sims are optional for $20 (for 10 minutes), taking a picture in the Lamborghini is $10. The museum has 14 exotic cars on their property with a worth of $10,000,000.
Pigeon Forge
Axe House of Pigeon Forge
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A Long Story Short
A Long Story Short provides a 10% discount to military and veterans with ID. This retailer is located in the Old Mill District and sells Used and Vintage Books, Home Décor, Crystals, Steampunk items and more.
Biblical Times Dinner Theater
Biblical Times Dinner Theater offers a $3 per ticket discount to past and present military and family, first responders, to include Police, Firefighters, EMTs, 911 dispatchers and nurses, etc.). To receive the discount call one of the box office agents at (865)908-3327. Biblical Times Dinner Theater provides encouraging and uplifting entertainment that points guests to Jesus, for His honor and glory. Each show is really two shows in one, with a first-half Gospel Concert and a second-half Dramatic Musical Production.
Bluff Mountain Adventures
Bluff Mountain Adventures gives a 10% discount to active military and veterans. You will need to show a military ID. Bluff Mountain Adventures offers guided ATV trail rides on 6,000 acres of Smoky Mountain trails that explore the foothills of East Tennessee.
Cinnaholic
A personal favorite of the TravelGuide4Heroes crew, Cinnaholic gives a 50% discount to law enforcement all day every day. Military gets a 20% discount every day and veteran’s have special deals on Veteran’s Day each year. We would advise all other 1st responders and veterans to show their credentials, as this welcoming business will likely give you a discount. Cinnaholic specializes in cinnamon rolls, cookie dough, brownies, and cookies. All Cinnaholic products a made with the highest quality ingredients and are 100% vegan, dairy, and lactose-free, egg-free, and cholesterol-free, which is great for those with allergies and sensitivities, but don’t worry if you don’t fall into this category as their food is delicious.
Coffee Armory/Black Rifle Coffee
This coffee shop is happy to provide a 10% discount to military, veterans, and all first responders. Located at the Tower Shoppes at the Mountain Mile, they proudly serve BRCC Coffee, Lattes, Tea, and Frappes.
ExoRent
ExoRent offers all military and first responders a discount. During the week, the discount is in the form of an extra hour with any 4 hour or more rental (a $65 value). And on weekends they offer $15 off any rental. They do not require any documentation. ExoRent offers ATV Tours and UTV rentals.
Gaucho Urbano Brazilian Steakhouse
Gaucho Urbano is happy to offer a 10% discount per meal for each first responder, military, law enforcement, or front line medical worker. To received the discount, provide ID with your payment, if not possible request the discount verbally.
Great Smoky Mountain Wheel
The GSM Wheel located at the Island offers a $3 discount per ticket for military and veterans and their whole family. To receive the discount present ID at the ticket center. The Great Smoky Mountain Wheel is a 200-ft.-tall Ferris wheel with glass gondolas, offering sweeping views of the water & mountains.
Junction 35 Kitchen and Distillery
Junction 35 is happy to offer a 10% discount on merchandise to military, veterans, and 1st responders (not including alcohol). military, veterans and first responders sample alcohol for free and get a free Junction 35 shot glass with credentials. This discount also carries over to the restaurant where the whole party receives a 10% discount on meals. Junction 35 is located at the popular Mountain Mile on Teasters Lane. Known for good food and strong but tasty alcohol this spot earns a favorite among the TravelGuide4Heroes crew due to them not only appreciating our Heroes, but also for being friendly to our four-legged friends. They have also recently opened a second location in Sevierville at the Tanger Outlets.
Little River Gem Mine at Pigeon Forge
Little River Gem Mine provides a 10% discount to military, veterans, and first responders. Ask for the discount from your sales person.
Lock Stock and Blade
10% Discount to military with ID. Military is considered as both active and veteran.
MagiQuest
Military and veterans receive 10% of admission with an ID upon arrival. On 9/11 they run a First Responders (Police, Fire, EMT, paramedics, nurses, etc.) Appreciation event that provides free admission to the 1st responder and up to 4 guests are admitted for $10+tax. MagiQuest is an interactive game where players embark on quests and adventures. FX Pirate Golf, an indoor 18 hole miniature golf course, a newly renovated Mirror Maze, plenty of arcade games, and concessions round out their offerings.
Mel’s Diner
Mel’s Diner provides a discount to all military, active or veteran. You will need to ask for the discount and show a military ID. This classic 50’s style diner has been serving diners since 1993, dishing out breakfast, burgers, banana splits and more.
Old Forge Distillery
Old Forge Distillery located in the Old Mill District gives a 10% discount to military, veterans, law enforcement and healthcare.
Ole Smoky Distillery
Ole Smoky offers a 10% discount for Military and Veterans. You will need to show a form of Military/Veteran ID. With multiple locations in the Smokies, Ole Smoky Distillery offers moonshine, whiskey, and canned cocktails. Two locations also have live music.
Outdoor Gravity Park
Outdoor Gravity Park is please to offer an additional 10% off bookings with a special code. This is stacked with saving 20% by booking online. Members (which is free to join), can get the code by clicking here. If you need to sign up as a member, please click here. This discount is available to active military, veterans, law enforcement, 911 dispatchers, and nurses. An ID or paystub is required upon check in.
Patriot Peddler
It’s no surprise Patriot Peddler has always offered a 10% discount on all non-sale items in store. This discount applies to all former and active military and first responders (fire, law enforcement, EMT, paramedics, dispatchers and corrections).
Professor Hacker’s Lost Golf
This mini golf course offers military a discount of $3.50 for adults and children. Children under 4 play for free. First responders and front line workers, receive a $1 discount off regular price. They ask that the person paying be the service member and that they show their ID. The military discount is applicable to active and veterans.
Puzzled on the Island
This locally operated and veteran owned store offers all military (retired and active) and first responders a 10% discount on their entire purchase with a valid ID. Home of the World’s Largest Puzzle, Puzzled offers a wide variety of games and puzzles, including puzzles with over 51,000 pieces.
Rocky Top Mountain Coaster
Rocky Top Mountain Coaster proudly gives a discount to military, veterans, first responders, teachers, and healthcare workers substantial discount. Tickets for ages 7 and up are only $9 (this is a 50% discount), children 3-6 (must be at least 38 inches tall) are only $5. For Celebrate Freedom month (find out more by clicking here) they offer a free picture to the service member. Located on Veteran’s Blvd not far from Dollywood, Rocky Top Mountain Coaster is the longest coaster in East Tennessee.
Scoops Ice Cream Parlor
Scoops gives a 10% discount to all first responders. To receive the discount, ask at the register and say for which department you work.
Smoky Mountain Adventure Rides
Smoky Mountain Adventure Rides supports our active military, veterans, 1st responders, and front line workers. Their discount is 10%. There is also a discount code for online reservations it is UTV10. They offer UTV, Slingshot, and Vanderhall Rentals in both Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg.
Solorzano’s Pizzeria
Solorzano’s is a veteran owned family establishment. They offer a 15% discount to all veterans, Law enforcement, EMT, fire, etc. Let them know you fall into one of these categories and you will receive the discount. They are located just off the parkway on Pine Mountain Rd behind Shoneys. They also have a location just off Wears Valley Rd on Waldens Creek Rd. For authentic NJ style thin crust you can’t be this patriotic business. They will be doubling their Smoky Mountain presence with stores opening in Sevierville and Gatlinburg in later summer/early fall 2023.
The Great Escape Room
The Great Escape Room is glad to offer a 10% discount to active military and veterans and their dependents with a valid ID. The tickets can be bought through their website and ID shown at checkout. Other 1st responders can follow them on social media as they run promotions throughout the year. The discount is good for all The Great Escape Room locations throughout the country.
Wonderworks
Wonderworks offers a discount to military and first responders. This discount is $3 off each ticket for up to 6 tickets. You must show your ID when purchasing your tickets.
Zi Olive
As a Marine veteran owner, Zi Olive offers first responders and Military Discounts to anyone who is a veteran our active duty. Any ID as such qualifies.

Sevierville & Kodak
American Designs
American Designs are happy to offer all of our heroes a 10% discount. They accept any one form of ID stating your hero status. The discount is also available for online orders, but you will have to call into the store to get the discount for now, though they are working on the order process.
Axe House of Sevierville
The Experience Variety Group owns The Axe House of Sevierville, The Axe House of Pigeon Forge, Tennessee Grind Coffee, Smell of the Smokies and The Neighborhood Beer House. They are all very hero friendly. Not only do they offer active military, veterans, firefighters and police a 10% discount, but several establishments have a Pay It Forward Program, where patrons can buy a beer or coffee for the hero of their choice (Army, Navy, Police, Fire, etc.) and the purchase is added to a chalkboard that can be redeemed by a hero with an ID.
Chubby’s Restaurant
Chubby’s gives 15% off to any veteran, active military, and civil worker. They do not require documentation. Chubby’s, best known for amazing burgers, creates affordable home cooked meals in a fun environment.
Foam Warriorz
Foam Warriorz gives a $3 discount when paying for 1 hour of play, and $4 discount when paying for 1 1/2 or 2 hours of play. You will need to present a current work or military ID. In addition to Foam Combat, Foam Warriorz offer Bounce Houses and Axe Throwing.
Smell of the Smokies
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Smoky Mountain Knife Works
SMKW offers a 10% discount on instore and online purchases. To obtain the discount in store, show your ID at the register. This discount is available to military and first responders. To obtain an online code, click here to inform to contact Customer Service and request a Military/Law Enforcement/First Responder verification form. Please note, not included in this discount are the following items: Clearance/Sale Items, antique and custom knives, and ammo, and the following brands: Benchmade, Gerber, Leatherman, Microtech, Spyderco, Victorinox, Wustof, and Zero Tolerance.
Soaky Mountain Waterpark
Soaky Mountain offers a 15% discount for all active and non-active service men and women and their immediate families. These discounted tickets must be purchased at the gate only, not online. They do not have a first responder discount, however they do offer promotions. Follow them on Facebook to keep up with their specials.
Sunliner Diner
Sunliner Diner, as a gesture of appreciation for their service, proudly offers a 10% discount to veterans and military personnel with a valid ID. Furthermore, in recognition of the dedicated efforts of fire department personnel, they extend a generous offer of a complimentary full meal to those in uniform.
Tennessee Grind Coffee
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The Neighborhood Beer House
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Wears Valley Jeep Rentals
This small, family owned establishment gives a $15 discount to active military and veterans. They run specials for teacher or nurses appreciation or police and emergency personnel during special times throughout the year. A valid form of identification is required to receive the discount. WV Jeep Rentals provides you with clean, good looking, well maintained, late model Jeeps that have been inspected and sanitized between each rental.
The WildFlour Bakehouse
This establishment, ran by a retired 911 supervisor of 29 years, offers a 10% discount on everything but custom work. No ID is required, just ask for the discount at checkout.
Other Cities in the Smokies
Smoky Mountain Outdoors Rafting
Smoky Mountain Outdoors Rafting offers a military discount of $14 off per person for active military and their families. This does not apply to veterans. You must present ID upon check in to receive the discount. The outpost for this activity is located in Henderson, TN.
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