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Schedule

The Wedding Website of Nikki Lawson and Sammy Barker
Nature has long been our love language. We can’t wait to share the magic of the Blue Ridge Mountains with you.

Friday, October 30, 2026

Wedding Party Rehearsal

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Casual

Wedding party rehearsal; dinner and game night to follow.

Wedding Party Dinner

5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Event Casual

After rehearsal, please join us for a relaxed BBQ dinner from Haywood Smokehouse.

Wedding Party Game Night

Fri, Oct 30, 2026, 6:00 pm - Sat, Oct 31, 2026, 12:00 am

We're excited to host you for a fun and laid-back evening. Grab some friends and pick up a game, watch a movie, kick back and relax by the campfire with s’mores, or wander and explore the 90+ acres of private property nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Make yourself at home and enjoy the night under the stars.

Saturday, October 31, 2026

Wedding Ceremony

3:00 pm - 3:45 pm

Semi-Formal

Please join us as we celebrate our love and lifelong union. We are so excited to share this special moment with you! The wedding ceremony will be held on the upper lawn. ✦★ Parking Information ★✦ Parking is limited to all areas located on the cobblestone pavers of the driveway, on cobblestone paved area around the venue buildings, graveled areas alongside the driveway, and graveled area behind the Star Cabin. The large field down the steps from the upper lawn and the upper lawn are not to be driven on or parked on with any type of vehicle.

Cocktails & Charcuterie

4:00 pm - 4:30 pm

Semi-Formal

Enjoy a beautiful grazing table provided by Asheville Charcuterie, along with cocktails and soft drinks. Cocktails and charcuterie will be served inside the Main Cabin lounge.

Reception

4:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Semi-Formal

Following cocktails and charcuterie, the celebration continues at the concrete pavilion next to the Star Cabin. Enjoy wood-fired pizza from Vinyl Pies Pizza, soft drinks, hard ciders, a variety of wines and meads, and two signature cocktails. BYOB Table Bring your favorite drink to share with others. Please note: A local noise ordinance goes into effect at 8:00 PM, and music volume must be lowered at that time.

After Party

Sat, Oct 31, 2026, 8:00 pm - Sun, Nov 1, 2026, 1:00 am

As the evening winds down, join us as we transition into late-night festivities — relaxed, cozy, and full of good company.

Sunday, November 1, 2026

Blue Ridge Hiking & Climbing

10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Optional Free Excursion Join us Sunday, November 1st for curated hiking in Hot Springs, NC and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Notable Hikes in Hot Springs and the Great Smoky Mountains In Hot Springs, NC, the hike to Max Patch (1.6 mi, easy), takes you to a bald mountain which offers breathtaking 360° views of the Blue Ridge and Appalachian Mountains, including the Great Smoky Mountains and Mount Mitchell. The Lovers Leap Loop (1.6 mi, moderate) offers a bird's eye view of the French Broad River and the Blue Ridge Mountains beyond it. The Smoky Mountains National Park is located just 1 hour and 32 minutes northwest of Hot Springs, NC. Here you can find the Oconaluftee River Trail (3 mi, easy) through beautiful hardwood forests with river views. Another can't miss hike to Andrews Bald (3.6 mi, moderate) takes you through a vibrant spruce-fir forest to the highest grassy bald in the Smoky Mountains National Park, with breathtaking views of the ancient mountains.