This is your wedding day. Whether you elope or have a big party, you deserve to have the most incredible experience! That is why I am so passionate about elopement planning. In all things at Peaceful Side Elopements we go above and beyond to ensure your Smoky Mountain elopement experience is seamless, stress-free and everything you ever dreamed of!

What We Do At Peaceful Side Elopements

I am devoted to ensuring you have the best day of your life! This means we take on a lot of your elopement planning, so you don’t have to. Here are a few things we do to ensure you have only the best Smoky Mountain elopement experience:

Unlimited Access To My Knowledge, Resources & Network

I have been photographing and planning elopement in the Smokies for years. With that comes a lot of expertise! If you ever have a question, chances are I have the answer or know someone else you does.

Elopement Location Guides, Recommendations & Elopement Venues

With my expertise, I have created guides, recommendation lists, and so much more! This is something I share only with my clients. You can find a portion of my locations and vendors through my blogs and site, but only my clients get all my insider tips.

Permits & Reservation For The Smoky Mountains

Acquiring park reservations and permits are requirements to getting married in the Smoky Mountains. This is part of the planning process that is boring and can be stressful for our couples. So, we take care of the boring stuff so you don’t have to!

The Best Wedding Photography You Have Ever Seen

Photography is a huge part of our elopement planning packages. I started as a Gatlinburg photographer and was led into planning. This means that you will receive overwhelmingly stunning images with scenic backdrops to frame your irreplaceable memories. In addition, you will receive professional photography services with high-quality galleries.

How To Get Started

Getting started with Peaceful Side Elopement is as easy as 1-2-3! First part of your Smoky Mountain elopement experience, we pick a date. Our calendar can fill up pretty fast depending on the season, so if you have a specific date in mind reach out as soon as possible! However, if you have a more flexible timeline, we can work with you to find a date that works.

Next, we choose a location. Many of my couples choose a location in the Smoky Mountains to elope. While others decide to book an elopement venue. Either way, we are here to help! We will discuss location and venue options, make a decision together and then we will help with permits and reservations.

Finally, you get married! Well, almost. This last step is all on you. You and your partner need to obtain a marriage license through the County Clerk’s Office. If you are traveling from out of town, I recommend getting this as soon as you get into Gatlinburg. All you need is your licenses and social security cards.

Gatlinburg Elopement Packages

Part of your Smoky Mountain elopement experience depends on the elopement package you choose. We offer four packages to fit your individual needs, however if you would like to customiz any of these four packages, ask!

Every elopement package includes planning and coordination with me, Lauren, a licensed and insured Smoky Mountain Photographer. In addition, we provide an officiant to perform the ceremony, a preferred vendor list, your permit to marry in the Smokies, and up to 23 guests and 5 vehicles.

For more information on packages, visit our experience page here.

I am so excited for your Smoky Mountain elopement experience! We do everything we can at Peaceful Side Elopements so that you can take the stress out of planning, and fully enjoy your elopement day. Reach out and let’s start planning together!