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Questions and Answers:

How do I obtain a Marriage License?
How many guests can I have?
What type of ceremonies do you perform?
Are your ministers church ordained?
May we write our own ceremony or vows?
May we bring our own minister?
How much time is allowed with each ceremony?
Is there a dressing area for the bride and groom in the same building as the chapel?
How far in advance of the wedding may the bride enter the dressing room?
What about dressing rooms for bridesmaids and others?
May we use the dressing rooms after the ceremony?
May we have attendants?
Is there a dress code?
Are guests allows to take photographs/video?

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How do I obtain a Marriage License?
Prior to your wedding, you must obtain a Tennessee Marriage License. You may get your license at any courthouse in Tennessee; however, most couples find that obtaining their license in one of the Sevier County locations is the most convenient (see below). There are no waiting periods or blood tests required, and you can get married the same day you purchase your license. You may obtain your license up to 30 days prior to your wedding.

Sevier County Courthouse
(Sevierville)

Monday-Friday:

7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

 

 

 

Gatlinburg Office
(Shilling Center)

Monday & Friday:
Wednesday:
Saturday:

8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
8 a.m. - Noon
9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

 

 

 

Pigeon Forge Office
(at City Hall)

Saturday:

9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

In order to obtain a marriage license, you must be at least 18 years old and:

  • Provide either a valid driver's license (with photo ID) or your birth certificate. If your Social Security number is not printed on your driver's license, you will need to present your Social Security card.
  • If you previously have been married, you will need to know the month and year of your divorce, or the date of your deceased spouse's death. Please call the courthouse for specific details 865-453-5502. 
  • Each county in the state determines the license price. In Sevier County (where Gatlinburg is located), the fee is:

  • Out of state residents: $38.50 cash (slightly higher with Visa or MasterCard).
  • Tennessee residents: $98.50 cash (slightly higher with Visa or MasterCard). If you have taken an approved pre-marital counseling course, your cost will be $38.50. Please call 865-453-5502 for specific details.
  • All other Tennessee counties' fees will vary and also will include the additional $60 if you do not provide a certificate stating that you have had 4 hours of the counseling.

    For more information call the courthouse or contact one of our wedding coordinators.

    For your convenience, you may log on to www.seviercountytn.org for Marriage License information and apply for your Marriage License online.

    Affordable Gatlinburg Wedding PackagesHow many guests can I have?
    Sugarland Wedding Chapel will comfortably seat up to 75 guests. This includes both the chapel seating
    and the balcony area.

    What type of ceremonies do you perform?
    All of
    our wedding ceremonies are strictly religious. We do not do civil ceremonies. 
    While all our wedding ceremonies are distinctly Christian, they are non- denominational. Members of other religions that do not consider themselves Christian are welcome; however, please do not ask our ministers to change the Christian nature of the ceremony or remove our religious symbols. Also, please do not ask our ministers to omit references to Christian beliefs.

    Are your ministers church ordained?
    Yes. All of our ministers are church ordained with many years of actual church ministry experience.

    Private Gatlinburg Weddings, Indoor Wedding Packages, Outdoor Weddings in the SmokiesMay we write our own ceremony or vows?
    Our Chapel Pastor, Dr. Steve Taylor, and our other ministers add a very personal touch to your ceremony. You will be called by name and made to feel comfortable and relaxed on your special day. However, you may contact Dr. Steve for advice on any further personalization of your ceremony.

    May we bring our own minister?
    We will allow a guest minister to have a part in the ceremony (usually a prayer); however, due to photography and time constraints, all of our ceremonies are performed by our own church-ordained minister.

    How much time is allowed with each ceremony?
    Our chapel will allow adequate time for you to celebrate your marriage and to provide the services that you request. We are committed to providing excellence for your wedding. The actual time allotted for your wedding is based on the number of guests attending and the services being provided.

    Is there a dressing area for the bride and groom in the same building as the chapel?
    Yes, we have dressing rooms for the bride and groom. The bride's dressing room has its own private restroom, a countertop that runs the length of the dressing room on one side, two floor-to-ceiling mirrors, and a sitting area. The dressing area is in the same building as the chapel so the bride and groom are never exposed to inclement weather.

    Gatlinburg Weddings in the Great Smoky Mountains TN by Sugarland WeddingsHow far in advance of the wedding may the bride enter the dressing room?
    The dressing room will be available for the bride 30 minutes before the wedding. We ask the bride to arrive with hair and make-up done so that she will only need to slip into her wedding attire.

    What about dressing rooms for bridesmaids and others?
    Our dressing rooms are for the bride and groom only. Bridesmaids, groomsmen, family, and guests should all come dressed, ready for the wedding.

    May we use the dressing room after the wedding?
    In most cases, no.

    May we have attendants?
    Yes, you may have up to three attendants on each side. In addition, you may also have a ring-bearer, flower girl, and someone to escort the bride.

    Is there a dress code?
    While you may dress as formal or as casual as you like, please keep in mind that your ceremony will take place in sacred surroundings.

    All Inclusive Wedding Packages and Affordable Wedding Packages AvailableAre guests allowed to take photographs / video?
    As of January 1, 2008, no. We pride ourselves on the professional quality of our wedding photography and video productions. Therefore, we provide a professional photographer for your wedding. No other cameras or video equipment are allowed inside our chapel, and the copyright to all images is the property of Sugarland Weddings, Inc.

    Our professional photographer will take a large number of indoor and outdoor (weather-permitting) digital photos on your wedding day. Your wedding photos will be placed on the Internet for a period of 3 months. After your ceremony, you will be given a password that will allow you to view and order your wedding photos online. If you choose to do so, you can make the password available to your family members and friends. 

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    1009 Parkway (Chapel)
    1100 Parkway - Suite 4 (Office)
    Gatlinburg Tennessee 37738

    1-(800) WED-RING
    1-(865) 430-1555

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