Do I need a permit to elope in the Smoky Mountains?

Yes. Great Smoky Mountains National Park requires a Special Use Permit for all wedding and elopement ceremonies. Rev. Jill Dillner helps couples understand and prepare for this requirement.

Can you officiate elopements in Gatlinburg and Sevierville?

Yes. Rev. Jill Dillner officiates elopements and weddings throughout Gatlinburg, Sevierville, and Sevier County, Tennessee.

How far in advance should we book an elopement officiant?

It is recommended to book your elopement officiant at least 4–8 weeks in advance, especially during peak Smoky Mountain wedding seasons.

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Wedding Officiant in East Tennessee & North Carolina Smoky Mountains

Is a permit needed for elopements in Great Smoky Mountains National Park?

Eloping at Greenbrier in the GSMNP

How to Apply for a Special Use Permit (SUP) for Your Smoky Mountain Elopement

Eloping at Lequire Cemetery in Cades Cove

Eloping at
Cataract Falls

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Altar and Seating
Ceremony Set-Up

Writing Personal Vows
I promise to....

Ceremony Readings Enhancing the
Momentous Occasion

Unity Ceremonies:
Celebrating Love and Togetherness

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Your Ceremony Music

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REV JILL DILLNER

Smoky Mountain Minister

Wedding Officiant in East Tennessee & North Carolina Smoky Mountains

Is a permit needed for elopements in Great Smoky Mountains National Park?

Eloping at Greenbrier in the GSMNP

How to Apply for a Special Use Permit (SUP) for Your Smoky Mountain Elopement

Eloping at Lequire Cemetery in Cades Cove

Eloping at Cataract Falls

Smokerise Retreat Air BnB Wedding Venue| Gatlinburg, TN

Coming soon

Marriage License Informaton: Making it legal

Altar and SeatingCeremony Set-Up

Writing Personal Vows I promise to....

Ceremony Readings Enhancing the Momentous Occasion

Unity Ceremonies:Celebrating Love and Togetherness

7 TIPS FOR PERSONALIZING:Your Ceremony Music