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Love
in the
Smokies

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fontana village weddings

Cherished Moments

Experience the romance and adventure of the Great Smoky Mountains at Fontana Village Resort & Marina. Here, the perfect wedding day starts with a paddle on the lake, or a morning walk along the Appalachian Trail—and ends with a s'more under a star-filled sky, in an evening filled with dancing, laughter, and local craft brews. Perhaps your dream "I dos" include a ride on US 129, the two of you heading off into the sunset on your iron steed…whatever your dream wedding entails, Fontana Village offers rustic elegance and turnkey ease, set against the beautiful backdrop of the Nantahala National Forest.

The Perfect Setting

Spectacular mountain vistas. Lakeside tranquility. Fontana Village Resort weddings offer unique indoor and outdoor venues for every special moment of your wedding weekend.

Explore Our Venues

Say “I Do” at Fontana

A Variety of Lodging Types
Room Blocks Available
Full-Service Catering & Customizable Menus
Fun-Filled Activities
Flexible Indoor & Outdoor Venues
Professional Planning Services

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Into the Woods

Immerse yourself in the beauty and romance of a true mountain escape. Tucked between two national parks, there’s nowhere like Fontana.

It’s All Here

Full service, and at your service. Everything you need for the perfect wedding weekend is here, from delicious catering and exciting activities to charming lodging options.

Stunning Backdrops

With multiple indoor and outdoor event spaces available, your celebration will be as unique as the two of you.

From Our Guest Book

Absolutely Perfect

“Cannot say enough wonderful things about Fontana and the people there. The setting and location were absolutely stunning. The resort was the perfect getaway that allowed us to focus on being with our guests and having the best time. The people at Fontana were so easy to work with. We felt like family by the time we left.”

Carrie T. | The Knot

Breathtaking

“Fontana Village was the perfect place to have our wedding. The planning process was made easy with multiple inclusive options including food, alcohol, decorations, and locations. The outdoor overlook and pavilion location were absolutely breathtaking. We are looking forward to visiting Fontana Village in the years to come.”

Jill B. | The Knot

Above & Beyond

“My husband and I got married here a few months ago and we are still in disbelief of how magical our wedding weekend was. Words can't express how thankful we are that we found Fontana Village. It went above and beyond what we could have expected, and truly made the most perfect wedding we will treasure forever.”

Jessica S. | The Knot