Dancing Bear Lodge, Townsend TN
All-inclusive venue
The venue takes care of it all - food and beverage, rentals, the works!
Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing
Starting at $5,000 for off-peak dates, and $6,000 for peak dates
Packages
Prices start at $5,500
Guest capacity
Up to 180 seated guests
Book This Month & Save 20%
Book by July 31 and receive 20% off your event space rental and in-house décor. Limited-time offer for new wedding bookings!
About this venue
Tucked away on 38 acres on the Peaceful Side of the Smokies, Dancing Bear Lodge & Appalachian Bistro is where rustic elegance meets mountain adventure. Couples love turning their wedding into a full weekend retreat: wake up to Dancing Bean coffee, bike the scenic Townsend Trail, gather at Peaceful Side Social for local brews, shop the Sasquatch Trading Post for Smoky Mountain finds, and grab the Best Burger in town at Apple Valley Café. After saying “I do” surrounded by forest views, celebrate fireside under the stars. Unlike the crowds of Gatlinburg, Townsend offers laid-back charm, cozy cabins, and endless Smoky Mountain beauty just a mile from the national park. With chef-driven menus, warm hospitality, and the perfect mix of adventure and relaxation, your wedding weekend here feels like an unforgettable getaway for everyone.
Our event spaces
The Gazebo & Event Lawn
Rustic wood-beam gazebo surrounded by Smoky Mountain beauty—an intimate, romantic setting for unforgettable outdoor vows.
Our rustic wood-beam Gazebo offers a romantic outdoor setting surrounded by the natural beauty of the Smoky Mountains. Perfect for intimate ceremonies, it provides a serene and storybook backdrop for exchanging vows, with the forest as your witness. Just steps from the Event Lawn and Appalachian Bistro, the Gazebo combines convenience with mountain charm, creating an unforgettable atmosphere for couples and guests alike. (Photo Credits to Derek Halkett and Read Picture Co.)
Guest capacity
Up to 30 Seated
Up to 30 Standing
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Elopement
Guests often feel this space is
“Warm and cozy”
Included in this room:
- Rot Iron Chandelier - Dimmable lighting - White Tulle Hanging - Green Lawn with Seating for Your Guests - Entry Gazebo and Ceremony Gazebo - Room for Over 150+ Seated at Ceremony
Room cost
Included in wedding package
The Event Center
The Event Center at Dancing Bear Lodge is ideal for receptions and rehearsals, with rustic charm, modern comforts, and a rain plan for the Event Lawn.
The Event Center at Dancing Bear Lodge is a rustic yet refined venue, perfect for wedding receptions and rehearsal dinners. Framed by warm timber accents and mountain charm, it offers a welcoming space that blends elegance with comfort. Serving as a reliable rain plan for the Event Lawn, it ensures your celebration flows seamlessly in any weather. (Photo Credits to Megan Haun + Bill Waldorf + Hunter Kitrell)
Guest capacity
Up to 80 Seated
Up to 80 Standing
Square footage
1,350
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Engagement party, Elopement
Guests often feel this space is
“Warm and cozy”
Included in this room:
- Cathedral Ceilings - String Lighting - Romantic Sconce Lighting - Climate Control - Flexible Floorplans - Full AV Capability - Steps away from Firepit, Restaurant, and Lodge
Room cost
Included in Wedding Package
The Covered Patio
The Covered Patio at Dancing Bear Lodge is perfect for groups of 20 or fewer, ideal for intimate receptions, private dinners, and cozy gatherings.
The Covered Patio at Dancing Bear Lodge offers an intimate and inviting space for groups of 20 or fewer. Perfect for small wedding receptions, rehearsal dinners, or private celebrations, it blends rustic mountain charm with modern comfort. Windows can be opened to let in the fresh mountain air, creating a relaxed, open feel while providing shelter in any season. It’s a warm and versatile setting designed for meaningful gatherings in the Smokies. (Photo credits to Bill Waldorf)
Guest capacity
Up to 20 Seated
Up to 20 Standing
Square footage
300
Ideal for
Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Elopement
Guests often feel this space is
“Warm and cozy”
Included in this room:
- Ideal for Groups of 20 or Fewer - Perfect for Intimate Receptions & Private Dinners - Covered Outdoor Design - Windows that Open for Fresh Air - Rustic Mountain Charm - Cozy, Versatile Setting Year-Round - Kings Table
Room cost
Depending on Season and Day of the Week
The Landing
Rustic-chic pavilion with timber beams, chandeliers, and mountain views—an intimate, glowing space for dining, dancing, and celebration.
The Landing at Dancing Bear Lodge is a rustic-chic open-air pavilion surrounded by the beauty of the Smoky Mountains. With soaring timber beams, warm chandeliers, and stone accents, the space offers both elegance and coziness. Perfect for intimate gatherings or lively celebrations, it features a glowing fire pit, mountain breezes, and natural charm, creating an unforgettable atmosphere for dining, dancing, and celebrating together. (Photo Credits to Derek Halkett and Read Picture Co.)
Guest capacity
35-80 Seated
35-150 Standing
Square footage
1,800
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception
Guests often feel this space is
“Warm and cozy”
Included in this room:
- Multiple Chandeliers - String Lighting - Romantic Sconce Lighting - Forest Backdrop - Fans for the Summer Bride - Flexible floorplans - Electric Siding to Heat Space for the Winter Bride - Heaters - Beautiful Stone Stairs and Pathways - Steps away from Firepit, Restaurant, and Event Center - Full AV Capability
Room cost
Included in Wedding Package
The Gazebo & Event Lawn
Rustic wood-beam gazebo surrounded by Smoky Mountain beauty—an intimate, romantic setting for unforgettable outdoor vows.
Our rustic wood-beam Gazebo offers a romantic outdoor setting surrounded by the natural beauty of the Smoky Mountains. Perfect for intimate ceremonies, it provides a serene and storybook backdrop for exchanging vows, with the forest as your witness. Just steps from the Event Lawn and Appalachian Bistro, the Gazebo combines convenience with mountain charm, creating an unforgettable atmosphere for couples and guests alike. (Photo Credits to Derek Halkett and Read Picture Co.)
Guest capacity
Up to 30 Seated
Up to 30 Standing
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Elopement
Guests often feel this space is
“Warm and cozy”
Included in this room:
- Rot Iron Chandelier - Dimmable lighting - White Tulle Hanging - Green Lawn with Seating for Your Guests - Entry Gazebo and Ceremony Gazebo - Room for Over 150+ Seated at Ceremony
Room cost
Included in wedding package
The Event Center
The Event Center at Dancing Bear Lodge is ideal for receptions and rehearsals, with rustic charm, modern comforts, and a rain plan for the Event Lawn.
The Event Center at Dancing Bear Lodge is a rustic yet refined venue, perfect for wedding receptions and rehearsal dinners. Framed by warm timber accents and mountain charm, it offers a welcoming space that blends elegance with comfort. Serving as a reliable rain plan for the Event Lawn, it ensures your celebration flows seamlessly in any weather. (Photo Credits to Megan Haun + Bill Waldorf + Hunter Kitrell)
Guest capacity
Up to 80 Seated
Up to 80 Standing
Square footage
1,350
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Engagement party, Elopement
Guests often feel this space is
“Warm and cozy”
Included in this room:
- Cathedral Ceilings - String Lighting - Romantic Sconce Lighting - Climate Control - Flexible Floorplans - Full AV Capability - Steps away from Firepit, Restaurant, and Lodge
Room cost
Included in Wedding Package
The Covered Patio
The Covered Patio at Dancing Bear Lodge is perfect for groups of 20 or fewer, ideal for intimate receptions, private dinners, and cozy gatherings.
The Covered Patio at Dancing Bear Lodge offers an intimate and inviting space for groups of 20 or fewer. Perfect for small wedding receptions, rehearsal dinners, or private celebrations, it blends rustic mountain charm with modern comfort. Windows can be opened to let in the fresh mountain air, creating a relaxed, open feel while providing shelter in any season. It’s a warm and versatile setting designed for meaningful gatherings in the Smokies. (Photo credits to Bill Waldorf)
Guest capacity
Up to 20 Seated
Up to 20 Standing
Square footage
300
Ideal for
Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Elopement
Guests often feel this space is
“Warm and cozy”
Included in this room:
- Ideal for Groups of 20 or Fewer - Perfect for Intimate Receptions & Private Dinners - Covered Outdoor Design - Windows that Open for Fresh Air - Rustic Mountain Charm - Cozy, Versatile Setting Year-Round - Kings Table
Room cost
Depending on Season and Day of the Week
The Landing
Rustic-chic pavilion with timber beams, chandeliers, and mountain views—an intimate, glowing space for dining, dancing, and celebration.
The Landing at Dancing Bear Lodge is a rustic-chic open-air pavilion surrounded by the beauty of the Smoky Mountains. With soaring timber beams, warm chandeliers, and stone accents, the space offers both elegance and coziness. Perfect for intimate gatherings or lively celebrations, it features a glowing fire pit, mountain breezes, and natural charm, creating an unforgettable atmosphere for dining, dancing, and celebrating together. (Photo Credits to Derek Halkett and Read Picture Co.)
Guest capacity
35-80 Seated
35-150 Standing
Square footage
1,800
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception
Guests often feel this space is
“Warm and cozy”
Included in this room:
- Multiple Chandeliers - String Lighting - Romantic Sconce Lighting - Forest Backdrop - Fans for the Summer Bride - Flexible floorplans - Electric Siding to Heat Space for the Winter Bride - Heaters - Beautiful Stone Stairs and Pathways - Steps away from Firepit, Restaurant, and Event Center - Full AV Capability
Room cost
Included in Wedding Package
Dancing Bear Lodge, Townsend TN packages
The Fern Elopement
20 guests
Peak pricing $5,500-6,000
Off-peak pricing $5,500-6,000
An intimate, just-us woodland ceremony. Designed for couples seeking a simple and meaningful celebration surrounded by the natural beauty of the Smoky Mountains.
- Ceremony + Reception Décor
- Boutique Linens and Chairs
- Dedicated Wedding Coordinator
- Event Team
- Private Reception Dinner in Covered Patio
- Two Nights in Honeymoon Suite
- Officiate Services
- Wedding Cake
- Event Spaces for Ceremony, Pictures, and Reception
The Laurel Gathering
30 guests
Peak pricing $8,500
Off-peak pricing $8,000
A small, meaningful celebration with your closest circle. Perfect for couples who want to share their day with family and close friends in a warm, intimate setting while enjoying the charm and hospitality of Dancing Bear.
- Ceremony & reception décor
- Boutique chairs & elegant linens
- Multiple event spaces
- Reception at The Landing
- Event Center as rain plan
- Satellite bar with bartender
- Professional DJ
- Dedicated event coordinator & event team
- Officiant services
- Wedding cake
- Two nights in romantic honeymoon suite
The Canopy Celebration
31-80 guests
Peak pricing $13,000
Off-peak pricing $12,000
A full wedding experience surrounded by the Smoky Mountain forest. Ideal for couples looking for a traditional wedding celebration with elevated dining, beautiful event spaces, and the feeling of being immersed in nature.
- In House Food & Cake Tasting for Two
- Ceremony & Reception Decor
- Boutique chairs & elegant linens
- Multiple event spaces
- Reception at The Landing
- Event Center as rain plan
- Satellite bar with bartender
- Professional DJ
- Dedicated event coordinator & event team
- Officiant services
- Wedding cake
- In-house food & cake tasting for two
- Two nights in romantic honeymoon suite
The Fireside Celebration
81-180 guests
Peak pricing $16,000
Off-peak pricing $15,000
A vibrant, large-scale celebration filled with warmth, connection, and memorable experiences shared among family and friends. Designed for couples who want to bring everyone together for a wedding weekend that extends beyond the ceremony, with opportunities for guests to enjoy the peaceful side of the Smokies, local dining, craft beverages, outdoor adventures, and the welcoming spirit of Appalachian hospitality.
- Getting-ready area in Honeymoon Cabin
- Ceremony & reception décor
- Boutique chairs & elegant linens
- Gazebo & Event Lawn (ceremony site)
- The Landing (cocktail hour & reception)
- Event Center (rain plan & rehearsal dinner)
- Communal fire pit with s’mores bar
- Outdoor deck
- Satellite bar with bartender
- Professional DJ
- Dedicated event coordinator & event team
- Officiant services
- Wedding cake
- Shuttle service
- Two nights in romantic honeymoon suite
Available services that can be provided by Dancing Bear Lodge, Townsend TN
Services & amenities
- Bar services
- Catering services
- Clean up
- Dance floor
- Dressing room / Bridal Suite
- Event coordinator
- Event staff
- Liability insurance
- On-site accommodations
- Pet friendly
- Service staff
- Set up
- Transportation
- Wedding cake services
- Wheelchair accessible
- Wifi
Transportation & access
- Self parking - free
- Shuttle
- Wheelchair accessible
Accommodations
- Double bed rooms
- Honeymoon suite
- Luxury suites
- Room blocks offered
- Single king rooms
- Single queen rooms
Reviews
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1 review
- MA
Mary A.
Thank you for making our day so special!
Kristy was calm, joyful, encouraging and exactly the person we needed every step of the way. She helped ease my nerves and handled everything with such grace and a smile.
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