Eloping in Gatlinburg, Tennessee typically costs between $1,675 and $2,975 for an all-inclusive package — a fraction of the $30,000+ average traditional Gatlinburg wedding. Our Gatlinburg elopement packages bundle the venue, professional photography, a licensed Tennessee officiant, ceremony coordination, and complete marriage license guidance into a single flat price. There are no setup fees, no surprise add-ons, and no minimum guest counts. Below is the full breakdown of what shapes Gatlinburg elopement cost in 2026.
What's included in a Gatlinburg elopement package
Every Elopements Inc. package in Gatlinburg includes the venue and any required permits, professional photography (with edited high-resolution images), a licensed Tennessee officiant, ceremony coordination, vow assistance, and step-by-step marriage license guidance. Larger packages add videography, longer coverage hours, additional venues, and more guests.
Gatlinburg elopement package price ranges
Our smallest "Just Married" package starts at $1,675 and is designed for couples who want a complete ceremony with photography in 15–30 minutes. Mid-tier packages run $1,500–$2,500 and include longer coverage and more guests. Our largest "Friends and Family" packages reach $2,975 and accommodate up to 50 guests with extended photography and optional videography.
Marriage license cost in Tennessee
The Tennessee marriage license itself costs $100 and is paid directly to the county clerk's office, not to Elopements Inc. Tennessee has no waiting period — you can apply for the license and elope on the same day.
Gatlinburg elopement vs traditional wedding cost
According to The Knot, the average traditional wedding in Tennessee costs $30,000–$45,000 with 100+ guests, 12–18 months of planning, and 10–15 vendors to coordinate. An all-inclusive Gatlinburg elopement with Elopements Inc. costs $1,675–$2,975, takes 6–12 weeks to plan, and has zero vendors for you to manage — we handle them all.
Important
The marriage license fee is paid directly to the county clerk's office at the time of application — not to Elopements Inc. Both partners must apply for the license in person; we cannot obtain the license on your behalf. We walk every couple through the process step by step (which clerk to visit, what to bring, when to go), but the application itself has to be signed by you.