The Great Smoky Mountains Salamander Ball is a masquerade ball based on the children’s book of the same name by Lisa Horstman. The event at Zoo Knoxville raises funds to support the biodiversity of life in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and features live music, costumes, silent auction, food and beverages. Ticket includes food (vegetarian options included) and drinks (beer by Elkmont Exchange, wine and non-alcoholic beverages). Kids 12 and under are admitted free. Attire is come as you are, masquerade or outdoors/hiking.