North Georgia Wedding Venue near Chattanooga TN
The Emerson Venue is a modern North Georgia wedding venue just 16 minutes from downtown Chattanooga TN and a comfortable drive from Cartersville GA, Dalton GA and Knoxville TN. Couples who search for wedding venues in North Georgia or wedding venues Chattanooga TN want a place that feels special, easy for guests to reach and worth the drive. That is exactly what The Emerson offers.
Our 9,000 square foot main hall and spacious courtyard give you indoor and outdoor options for every part of the day. Host your ceremony on the cobblestone patio, enjoy cocktail hour in the courtyard, then celebrate with a seated reception inside under statement chandeliers. The space comfortably seats up to 300 guests for a wedding reception and can host larger cocktail style events, making The Emerson a strong fit for both weddings and corporate events.
Located on a private estate on the Georgia side of Chattanooga, The Emerson draws couples from North Georgia, Cartersville, Dalton and Knoxville who are comparing Georgia wedding venues and want something that feels like a destination without needing a flight. With onsite lodging for up to 20 guests, it is easy to turn your wedding day into a full weekend together with family and friends.
Whether you are planning a big celebration or an intimate gathering, The Emerson gives you the flexibility to design the day your way. Use our indoor and outdoor spaces in the combination that works best for you and your timeline.
Why couples choose The Emerson Venue
- True indoor and outdoor flexibility
Ceremony, cocktail hour and reception can all happen in one place, with both indoor and outdoor options so you have a solid plan for any season or weather. - Easy access for multiple cities
Just 16 minutes from downtown Chattanooga and close to I 75, The Emerson is an easy choice for couples searching for wedding venues in North Georgia, wedding venues Cartersville GA, wedding venues Dalton GA and even Knoxville TN. - Onsite lodging for your favorite people
Onsite accommodations for up to 20 guests keep your wedding party and close family together, so you are not driving between hotels and venues on the big day. - All day rental
Enjoy access from morning through late evening, with time to get ready on site, take photos, celebrate and wind down without feeling rushed. - Your choice of vendors
Choose the caterer, planner, florist and DJ that fit your style and budget. The Emerson provides recommendations if you want help, but you are free to build the team you want. - Hands on owners and support
Couples work directly with the owners, who answer questions, help with layout ideas and share their experience from years of running successful weddings and events. - Space for weddings and events
Designed for weddings first, The Emerson also works well for corporate events, galas and parties that need a polished, modern event space in North Georgia.
Loved by Couples Across Chattanooga and North Georgia
Posted on KC GTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Friendly staff. Tasty meatloaf great settingPosted on Christa PlankTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Beautiful venue!Posted on Erin BlalockTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We feel so lucky that we chose The Emerson as the place to celebrate our wedding! We originally booked with Kate and Russell at The Venue, but when they shared their dream for The Emerson in November 2023, we saw their vision and trusted them—and we are so glad we did. The Emerson turned out to be the perfect space to host our perfect day. We had almost 280 guests who fit comfortably inside, with plenty of room for a big dance floor where we made some of our favorite memories of the night. We were a little nervous about the weather, but Kate had a solid backup plan and reassured us every step of the way. From the very beginning, she was both professional and so easy and kind to work with. We can’t thank Kate and Russell enough for sharing The Emerson with us—it truly made our wedding day everything we hoped for and more!Posted on Tim UllenbergTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Beautiful venuePosted on Bobby PrinceTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Look no further! With a beautiful ceremony site outdoors OR a perfect landscape to being the party indoors. The owners are very accommodating. The owners Cate and Russ are amazing!.Posted on Maddie McMurryTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The Emerson's venue was the perfect background for my couple's wedding day! As a photographer, rain can be a little stressful and it was drizzling almost the entire wedding day. But the Emerson's venue has so much sidewalk and cobblestone that no one was super muddy and we still got the outdoor ceremony!Posted on Ragan MurphyTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. It is a beautiful venue for parties and weddings. Sad thing is it down poured rain and there are a couple of roof leaks. Once they patch those up it's a beautiful place to rent for parties in and celebrations.Posted on Eric FordTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very nice venue close to chattanoogaPosted on Jim BrightmanTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Unbelievable venue. We had an amazing time at the wedding. You immediately notice the pride of ownership once you park. Such a serene place, lots of good energy here. Highly recommend booking your special day at The Emerson!









