Venue FAQs

  • We kindly request that all tours are by appointment only. You can request a tour here.

  • Please see the details found here for complete pricing and included items.

  • Marblegate Hall can accomodate up to 250 guests. If you’re planning on more than 250 guests, contact us to chat about options!

  • Our reception hall is fully handicap accessible and ADA compliant. We have concrete sidewalks that encircle the venue for easily navigating our outdoor spaces. Additionally, we have two (staff driven) golf carts for guests that need a little extra help.

  • We have some rectangular tables onsite, but the majority of your guests will be seated at round tables. See everything that is included here.

  • Yes! Marblegate offers two separate bridal party houses for your group. Both houses are climate controlled with multiple bathrooms and full kitchen facilities.

    Both houses are located away from the reception hall, to ensure that you spend the time leading up to your ceremony in a in a relaxing environment.

  • There are several Airbnb locations located within a few miles of Marblegate. Alcoa is 18 minutes from us, Maryville about 20 minutes away, and we are about 25 minutes from downtown Knoxville and West Knoxville.

  • No. We only allow couples that have booked a wedding to take pictures at Marblegate.

Vendor FAQs

  • We have a list of approved caterers for you to choose from at Marblegate. This extensive list provides a variety of menus & price points. To learn more about our vendors, book your tour here.

  • At Marblegate, we handle the bar for you! Beverages, glassware, bartending, mixers, coolers, ice - everything you need to make your party a blast! We offer several bar package levels - from basic to premium! More details can be provided during your tour (or upon request).

  • Yes. We want your day to be enjoyable for you and your guests. In our years of experience we have found that a planner / coordinator makes your day go smoothly. We have a wide range of approved planners on our vendor list, so you can get as much (or as little) help as you need!

  • Yes. All couples & vendors are required to have liability coverage at Marblegate.

Other FAQs

  • Yes! We have a 2,500 sqft patio that is tented all year round, immediately adjacent to our large climate controlled reception hall. This patio looks out over the pond, with the Tennessee River in the background. So, the views are beautiful, even in the rain!

  • A signed contract & a booking fee will secure your date.

  • See a list of our available dates for 2025 and 2026 here

  • Because we only host one event per day, our fee structure remains the same whether you hold your ceremony, reception, or both onsite. However, because you have exclusive use of the property for the day, you are still able to utilize both of the bridal suites earlier in the day to get ready. This also allows for some time earlier in the day for pictures on property.

  • We are dog friendly, with some specific stipulations. Dogs are allowed (only with pre-approval) at the ceremony and outdoor spaces for pictures. Animals, other than service animals, are NOT allowed in the hall (reception area). Dogs must be on a leash and someone must be responsible for them other than the bride and groom.

  • Yes. We encourage you to have your ceremony rehearsal onsite & allot up to one hour of time, to ensure your day goes smoothly!

  • No. You will have exclusive use of the property on your special day.