Is the chapel a religious space?

Our chapel is a beautiful ceremony space that accommodates all types of ceremonies — religious, spiritual, secular, and non-denominational. It's designed as a sacred space for love, whatever form your ceremony takes.

Can we hold a Catholic or traditional ceremony in the chapel?

Yes. Our chapel accommodates traditional religious ceremonies of all denominations. We can work with your officiant or priest to ensure the space is set up according to your ceremony requirements.

What if we want both a chapel ceremony and outdoor photos?

This is one of our most popular options! Many couples hold their ceremony in the chapel for the guaranteed-beautiful setting, then step outside for portrait sessions with mountain views. You get the best of both worlds.

Bride lighting memorial candle during outdoor ceremony near Smoky Mountains at Moose Hollow Lodge in Pigeon Forge

Timeless chapel ceremonies in the Smoky Mountains

Mountain Chapel Weddings

Name: Big Lodge Weddings
Address: 2610 Waldens Creek Road, Sevierville, TN, 37862, US
Telephone: 301-238-5133
Price range: $$$
Rating: 4.9

There's a timeless quality to a chapel wedding. The hush as the doors open, the soft light filtering through windows, the intimacy of a dedicated sacred space. At Big Lodge Weddings, our mountain chapel brings that tradition to life in a setting that feels both historic and personal.

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4.9/5 Stars

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Up to 56 Overnight Guests

9 Private Suites

350+ Weddings Hosted

Trusted by Couples Since 2015

Smoky Mountains, TN

15 Min from Pigeon Forge

The Beauty of a Chapel Ceremony

Chapel weddings carry a deep tradition of reverence and romance. Unlike outdoor ceremonies that compete with wind and weather, or hotel ballroom ceremonies that feel like converted meeting spaces, a chapel is purpose-built for one thing: witnessing vows. Our chapel's timber framing and stone accents create an atmosphere of sacred beauty.

✦Intimate, purpose-built ceremony space
✦Hand-hewn timber framing and native stone
✦Natural light from windows framing mountain scenery
✦Room for your own sound setup for processional music and vows
✦Seating for up to 80 guests
✦Climate-controlled comfort in every season

Chapel Ceremony + Lodge Reception

What makes our chapel special is the experience that surrounds it. Your chapel ceremony flows directly into a cocktail hour and reception in our grand lodge — no transportation, no awkward gaps, no logistics. Your guests walk from the chapel to the great room and the celebration continues seamlessly across 12,000 sq ft of mountain elegance.

Decorating the Chapel

Our chapel is beautiful on its own, but most couples add personal touches to make it theirs. The space is designed to be versatile — it's equally stunning with minimal decoration or full floral installations.

✦Floral arch or garland framing the altar area
✦Pew end markers — lanterns, florals, or ribbon
✦Candles lining the aisle for warm, ambient light
✦Simple greenery runner along the center aisle
✦Personal touches: framed photos of loved ones, heirloom Bible or keepsake

Chapel Weddings Through the Seasons

Each season brings a different character to your chapel ceremony. The Smoky Mountains' dramatic seasonal shifts are visible through the chapel windows, making every month uniquely beautiful.

✦Spring: Soft green views, dogwood blooms visible through windows
✦Summer: Lush, deep green canopy, warm golden light in late afternoon
✦Fall: Spectacular foliage framing the chapel, warm amber tones
✦Winter: Dramatic bare branches and potential snow, cozy candlelit atmosphere