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Host Your Special Day at our Beautiful Smoky Mountain Wedding Venue in Townsend, TN.

Dancing Bear Lodge & Appalachian Bistro welcome you to explore our rustic, spacious estate here in the heart of the idyllic Great Smoky Mountains. Our spaces can be arranged to accommodate a variety of seating and service options to personalize your event, whether you're planning a small, intimate elopement or a grand event.

Dancing Bear Lodge & Appalachian Bistro is a rustic luxe wedding destination...

About this vendor

Host Your Special Day at our Beautiful Smoky Mountain Wedding Venue in Townsend, TN.

Dancing Bear Lodge & Appalachian Bistro welcome you to explore our rustic, spacious estate here in the heart of the idyllic Great Smoky Mountains. Our spaces can be arranged to accommodate a variety of seating and service options to personalize your event, whether you're planning a small, intimate elopement or a grand event.

Dancing Bear Lodge & Appalachian Bistro is a rustic luxe wedding destination located in Townsend, Tennessee that offers a truly unique wedding experience. The venue has been hosting weddings since 1996 for couples throughout the local area, including Knoxville, Gatlinburg, and Pigeon Forge. Dancing Bear Lodge & Appalachian Bistro boasts scenic views of the Great Smoky Mountain and nearby adventures for an unforgettable wedding weekend getaway.

Facilities and Capacity

Dancing Bear Lodge & Appalachian Bistro has four event spaces and can accommodate up to 150 guests. It can host wedding-related events such as ceremonies, receptions, bridal showers, elopements, engagement parties, and rehearsal dinners. Couples and their guests can enjoy their facilities like the grand hall area, the patio, the villas, and the rustic cabins.

Services Offered
Dancing Bear Lodge & Appalachian Bistro offers all-inclusive packages that couples can choose from according to their needs and budget. The venue's services include:

  • Accommodations
  • Bridal suite
  • Event planning
  • Day of wedding coordinator
  • In-house catering
  • Pet friendly
  • Set up
  • Outside vendors allowed
  • Cake
  • DJ
  • Officiant
  • Clean up
  • Decor rental

Pricing information

Starting at $8,500 Starting at $7,500
Couples usually spend $22,000 Couples usually spend $20,000
Reception
$5,000 starting price
Ceremony
$5,000 starting price
Bar service
$10 per person
Reception
$3,000 starting price
Ceremony
$3,000 starting price
Bar service
$10 per person
These prices are available for the months of Apr, May, Jun, Sep, Oct, Nov. These prices are available for the months of Jan, Feb, Mar, Jul, Aug, Dec.
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FAQ’s

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$5,000

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$3,000

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$5,000

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$3,000

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Chairs
China
Clean Up
Event Planning
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Cake Cutting
Server(s)
Wedding Cake

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$10

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

20

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

4

Describe your venue:

Park
Resort
Restaurant

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Accommodations
Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Family Style
Hors d'oeuvres
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Aisle Markers
Audio Equipment
Chairs
Decor
Drapery
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Shuttle
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

April
May
June
September
October
November

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
July
August
December
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Reviews of Dancing Bear Lodge & Appalachian Bistro

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4.9 out of 5 rating
4.9 out of 5 rating
24 reviews
99% recommend it
  • Quality of service
    4.9 out of 5 rating
  • Average response time
    4.9 out of 5 rating
  • Professionalism
    5 out of 5 rating
  • Value
    5 out of 5 rating
  • Flexibility
    5 out of 5 rating
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Dancing Bear Lodge and Bistro in Knoxville, TN is highly praised by multiple reviewers for its exceptional staff and service. Kristy, the wedding coordinator, is commended for her attentiveness and coordination, ensuring a seamless and stress-free experience. The food is described as phenomenal, with guests giving many compliments. The venue itself is deemed beautiful and magical, making it a perfect choice for a wedding. Overall, reviewers highly recommend Dancing Bear Lodge for a memorable wedding experience.

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This AI-generated summary gives you a snapshot of the overall ratings and feedback from the reviews this vendor has received.

Dancing Bear Lodge and Bistro in Knoxville, TN is highly praised by multiple reviewers for its exceptional staff and service. Kristy, the wedding coordinator, is commended for her attentiveness and coordination, ensuring a seamless and stress-free experience. The food is described as phenomenal, with guests giving many compliments. The venue itself is deemed beautiful and magical, making it a perfect choice for a wedding. Overall, reviewers highly recommend Dancing Bear Lodge for a memorable wedding experience.

Weddingwire
4.9/5 24 reviews
Google
4.5/5 233 reviews
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Professional Network & Endorsements

Melissa Timm Designs Melissa Timm Designs Wedding Florists

Dancing Bear Lodge is a beautiful event venue with great amenities. I have a floral designs business and have done several weddings her. The brides receive great service. The food is amazing like nothing else in the area!

Envision Photography by April Booher Envision Photography by April Booher Wedding Photographers

I photographed a beautiful wedding at Dancing Bear Lodge in the Fall and it was spectacular. The staff was amazing and super helpful, definitely recommend!

Art of Cakes Art of Cakes Wedding Cakes

Dancing Bear Lodge & Appalachian Bistro is one of our favorite venues to deliver cakes to! Their hospitality is bar none. Christi is so friendly and easy to work with. They have one of the most beautiful locations in East Tennessee and great food! We love working with Dancing Bear!

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Location
7140 East Lamar Alexander Parkway Townsend, TN, 37882
8003690111
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