50+ Knoxville Elopement Ideas

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I’m Megan - a queer elopement photographer helping couples say “I do” their way in Tennessee, Iceland, and beyond. 

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Looking for some Knoxville elopement ideas, but not quite sure where to start? Then you’re in the right place! 

As a native Tennessean and elopement photographer, I’ve put together a list of some of my favorite Knoxville elopement ideas. Whether you’re into city life, nature vibes, or a bit of history, Tennessee has loads to offer. 

Read below to see my 50+ Knoxville elopement ideas! 

Ready to start planning your Tennessee elopement? Let’s plan something just y’all’s vibe!

Knoxville Elopement Ideas

  1. Hike an East Tennessee state park

  2. Get a couples massage 

  3. Pick up some local art to commemorate your elopement at Rala in the Old City

  4. Take a candle making class at 865 Candle Company 

  5. Host a mobile floral truck with your friends and family

  6. Go horseback riding through the mountains 

  7. Catch a show at the Tennessee Theatre or the Bijou Theatre 

  8. Pop champagne 

  9. Visit Zoo Knoxville

  10. Hire a private chef 

  11. Have literary-themed cocktails at a tucked away speakeasy 

  12. Take a sunset lake cruise

  13. Go on a hot air balloon ride 

  14. Stargaze 

  15. Take a train ride 

  16. See the Sunsphere at World’s Fair Park

  17. Paddle board on a lake or river 

  18. Attend a concert 

  19. Rent a private lake house 

  20. Go bowling and have some cocktails at Maple Hall

  21. Make s’mores around a campfire 

  22. Try ax throwing 

  23. Visit an art gallery

  24. Play a board game together 

  25. Take a cooking class 

  26. Stroll through the Knoxville Botanical Garden and Arboretum

  27. Get matching tattoos 

  28. Go rock climbing 

  29. Play pinball and have a unique beer at Suttree’s High Gravity Tavern 

  30. Rent and ride bikes 

  31. Visit Dollywood

  32. Visit museums (art vs. music, etc.)

  33. Take on an escape room

  34. Have a picnic 

  35. Tailgate a sporting event 

  36. Attend a Tennessee sporting event

  37. Go ziplining 

  38. Explore Knoxville’s Old City

  39. Practice your swing at Topgolf

  40. Hike Ijams Nature Center

  41. Catch the sunrise and/or sunset 

  42. Have a yoga session in nature 

  43. Zipline under the stars 

  44. Play video games at an arcade 

  45. Bounce around at a trampoline park

  46. Take an art class as a couple 

  47. Blow glass and have a craft beer at Pretentious Glass Co.

  48. Adopt a pet 

  49. Buy a plant to commemorate your elopement at Oglewood Avenue 

  50. Throw it back and go roller skating

  51. Tour some local craft breweries

  52. Go to a food hall

See all these cool things you can do?? Your elopement day should be a reflection of y’all and your love for one another. 

Whether you’re exploring the mountains or exploring Gay Street, I would love to help you plan a Tennessee elopement day that speaks to you and your partner!  

If any of these sound like the perfect  elopement ideas for you and your partner, check out my Tennessee elopement packages and let me help you plan your Knoxville elopement! 

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