Smoky Mountain National Park:
Wedding Vendor Recommendations

Planning a wedding in one of the most beautiful parks in the nation is QUITE an adventure. Inviting all your family and friends to fly in and join you is another. Which, is why I made a guide of recommendations for the best wedding vendors in the area to get you started on wedding planning: catering, florists, churches, venues, bakeries, wedding planners, and makeup. I’ve got you covered!

As a photographer and videographer, I get the chance to photograph destination elopements and weddings all over, but this guide is written so that you maximize and have the best time in the Smoky Mountains!  These recommendations are centered in Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge and Sevierville.

PRO TIP:
To save money and create an incredible experience, you can rent a cabin on Airbnb for 20 for $600 a night (which saves so much money when rates in the summer are typically $200 a night minimum per room. I’ll post some links below to my favorite places!)

You can go on hikes, tour the outdoors, and go dancing at all the fun bars in the area. Have the rehearsal dinner and a place you’ve come to love, and then have the wedding of your dreams with vendors you can trust.

The Fun Guide:

Things to do in the Smoky Mountains

• Visit Cades Cove
• Smoky Mountains Railroad
• Rocky Top Wine Trail
• Gatlinburg Skylift Park
• Anakeesta
• Rafting in the Smokies
• Tour the Smoky Mountains

Best Places to Eat in
Pigeon Forge & Gatlinburg

• Old Mill Restaurant
• Alamo Steakhouse (fancy and delicious)
• Crockett’s Breakfast Camp
• Pigeon Forge Deli
• Smoky Mountain Brewery
• Taste of Italy

Top Wedding Vendors in the Smoky Mountains

WEDDING PLANNERS IN GATLINBURG:

Live Laugh Love
Magnolia Matrimonies
Southern Elegance Weddings

WEDDING VENUES IN SMOKY MOUNTAIN AREA:

Magnolia
Lodge at Brother’s Cove
The Lily Barn
4 Points Farm

WEDDING OFFICIANTS IN PIGEON FORGE

Mountain Preacher
Pastor Eastin 

CATERING IN PIGEON FORGE:

 Chef’s Catering Inc
Bennett’s Pit BBQ
Crystelle Creek Restaurant

WEDDING CAKES IN SMOKY MOUNTAINS:

Chef Tony Catering
Art of Cakes Bakery
Cakery Bakery
Wildflour Bakehouse

BEST PLACES TO ELOPE IN THE SMOKY MOUNTAINS:

Spence Cabin
Elkmont
Noah Bud Ogle
The Sinks
Cades Cove
Roan Mountain
Greenbrier

MAKEUP ARTISTS IN PIGEON FORGE:

Tatyana Wilcox
Southern Belle Beauty

WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER AND VIDEOGRAPHER TEAMS IN THE SMOKY MOUNTAINS:

Look For The Light Photo & Video (Us!)

CHURCHES IN GATLINBURG:

Gatlin’s Little Log Wedding Chapel
Sugarland Wedding Chapel

AIRBNB CABINS TO HOST A WEDDING PARTY:

(They all have six beds or greater)
Modern Lodge
Twig & Vine Lodge
Hot Tub Haven
4 Levels, Movie Theatre Room
Castle & Game Room
Southern Charm (Modern and CUTE)

CABINS FOR JUST THE TWO OF YOU

Cozy Cabin Overlooking a Lake
Room with a View

I love making sure that my brides have the best for their wedding days. When I’m photographing them, it’s so important that they feel loved and like everything is running smoothly. If you’d like to chat about hiring me for your destination wedding, I’d love to make sure we’re a good fit! I have some limited spots for this year, so let’s talk about the wedding you’re dreaming of!