The Chattanooga area has no shortage of incredible wedding venues that can accommodate your wedding’s style, size, budget, and more. Whether you’re looking to get married in the heart of the city or venture out for mountain views, consider these local venues for your big day.
With over 100 years of history in its walls, this dreamy venue offers exposed brick, high ceilings, and expansive event spaces that make for a stunning wedding backdrop. Several event packages are available to accommodate the size of your event, such as the micro wedding package, traditional wedding package, and rehearsal day package. If you’re going for a vintage or old-world vibe for your celebration, this is just the place.
The Chattanooga Choo Choo, an iconic Chattanooga landmark, is a quintessential Chattanooga spot for a wedding celebration. Several options allow you to customize your event, such as a ceremony or reception in their beautiful garden space, or a more formal option in one of the ballrooms at the on-site hotel, Hotel Chalet. Complete the experience with a unique stay in a historic train car.
This space isn’t just meant for concerts and live performances, it’s also great for large gatherings like a wedding. The 20,000 square feet space can accommodate up to 2,000 guests, making this one of the largest venue options within Chattanooga. Hospitality suites with private bathrooms, multiple bar options, and in-house lighting teams ensure no detail goes missed on the big day.
Located in the heart of downtown, Miller Plaza and The Waterhouse Pavillion at Miller Plaza offer access to two hospitality suites, a catering prep kitchen, two guest restrooms, and the entire plaza for guests to enjoy. Little details make the space stand out, such as heated floors, twinkling bistro lights, high ceilings with glass doors, and walls that can be open or remain closed depending on the weather and size of your event.
For art lovers or couples wanting a riverside view, Chattanooga’s beautiful Bluff View Art District offers an idyllic location for a wedding. With indoor and outdoor options, customize your ceremony and reception to create your dream day. Event packages include in-house catering, bar services, professional waitstaff, and furnishings such as tables, chairs, linens, and more, all atop the beautiful river bluff for a charming, unforgettable event.
Located just minutes from downtown, the 4,000 square foot Chattanooga Whiskey Event Hall is able to accommodate up to 300 guests. The unique space boasts high ceilings, whiskey barrel columns and copper accents, and an all glass rotunda that brings in beautiful natural light, making for a dreamy, unforgettable space. You can even take photos in their on-site barrelhouse – perfect for a couple who bonds over a shared love of whiskey.
If you’ve always dreamed of getting married in a garden, consider The Venue. A 40×60 foot patio space is surrounded by a beautiful flower garden, trees, stacked-stone fireplace, and bistro lighting, making for an incredible backdrop and stunning photo opportunities. Tables and chairs are included in your rental, and couples can work with any vendor of their choosing. For those who prefer an indoor space or are concerned about weather, the indoor space is just as impressive at 9,000 square feet, complete with bridal and groom suites.
Mountain & River Views
The mountainous riverside landscape of Chattanooga and the surrounding area – including North Georgia – provide incredible backdrops for stunning outdoor weddings. Consider one of these venues for some astonishing photo opportunities and views that are sure to impress guests.
Located in the beautiful Tennessee River Gorge just 15 minutes from downtown, Garden in the Gorge offers a Pinterest-worthy venue with stunning indoor and outdoor areas. The property can accommodate everything from elopements and microweddings to larger gatherings of up to 200. Couples have access to two getting ready suites and a family lounge, and are welcome to choose their own vendors, allowing for flexible arrangements and a truly custom experience.
Just 16 minutes from downtown Chattanooga, The Emerson Venue includes a 9,000 square foot event hall and additional outdoor space. Great for a large gathering, the venue can comfortably accommodate up to 550 guests with a cocktail style layout, 400 guests for a seated banquet, or 300 guests for a seated reception.They also offer on-site housing for up to 20 guests, adding convenience and comfort for friends and family.
Less than 30 minutes away from Chattanooga, The Venue at the Bluffs in Trenton, Georgia features stunning Lookout Mountain views, making this a great choice for an outdoor ceremony, reception, or both. There are several different spaces to choose from, such as The Greenhouse and The Gathering Room, which offer a unique experience and ensure a successful event. For couples getting married in the fall who want beautiful seasonal mountain views of the changing leaves, this is your spot.
This dreamy venue offers beautiful views of the Tennessee River and an incredible Spanish-style mansion and adjoining patio for your big day. Wedding packages include a variety of amenities such as set up and breakdown service, access to the commercial kitchen, vendor choice, and more. Several onsite lodging options are available, and guests can enjoy activities such as hiking, fishing, and kayaking during their stay, making this an ideal spot for out of town guests.
Whether you choose to celebrate in the city lights or at an outdoor oasis, create beautiful memories and an unforgettable experience for you and your guests at these incredible Chattanooga wedding venues.
Kristen Dee, BS, MA, Summa Cum Laude
Kristen Dee is a graduate of Winthrop University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Integrated Marketing Communications. Following Winthrop, she earned a Master of Arts in Communication from Wake Forest University. Prior to joining CMC Media & Marketing Group, Kristen successfully fulfilled roles involving internal corporate communications. Today, she supports ideation, conceptualization, and development of numerous health & wellness, business, sports, and lifestyle articles published in print and online for HealthScope® and CityScope® magazines as well as Choose Chattanooga® and Choose Huntsville™ – premier publications serving Southeast Tennessee, North Georgia, and North Alabama. She also contributes to the development of blogs and other content shared on the publications’ digital platforms. In her free time, she enjoys cooking, baking, reading, and spending time with her husband and two dogs, Cooper and Rocky.
