Weddings

Big East Fork is a magical place where memories are etched for a lifetime. McKinney Farm & Hospitality will help you coordinate and plan your wedding. With approximately 2000 acres of forest punctuated by trails, lakes, streams, pavilions, stages, and 15 homes (a collection of charming cottages and beautiful homes), Big East Fork is a magnificent place for destination weddings where all can spend a joyous weekend together.

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Wedding Ceremony at Pine Lake

Within steps of Fork Inn's Center Lodge, the bride can walk from her bridal suite to the wedding gazebo where all await her arrival.

Lodging at Center Lodge and additional Fork Inn Properties

Alongside Pine Lake, Center Lodge is tucked away amongst the trees. No better place to start the morning than on its wrap around deck looking out over the lake to one side and the magnificent Big East Fork landscape the other. Just across the road is Lakeside Lodge, Center Lodge's sister property for wedding partiers, another beautiful home with a wrap around deck overlooking Lake Gratitude.

Rehearsal Dinner at Lakeside Pavilion

Sitting on beautiful Lake Gratitude, Lakeside Pavilion is ideally suited for your rehersal dinner. The pavilion is just down the hill from Lakeside Lodge.

Reception Dinner at McKinney Farm Greenhouse

Just a short walk from Pine Lake, McKinney Farm greenhouse and surrounding grounds are ideal for your reception dinner.

Farm Pavilion for Dancing and Inclement Weather

The Farm Pavilion is a stones throw from Center Lodge and Pine Lake and offers the perfect place for dancing and, in the event of inclement weather, the wedding ceremony itself.

Big East Fork Farms

Home to Winston the cow, Rosie the donkey and a collection of goats, pigs, chickens and such, Big East Fork Farms is a wonderful place to make new friends.

Wedding Packages

We offer base pricing with a la carte rentals and services available. Lodging package is required.

Wedding Ceremony

Ceremony Package | $2,500 and includes the following

Pine Lake wedding venue

Folding chairs for up to 200 guests

Bridal & Groom Suites

Access to grounds for photos

Wedding Planner

On site Event Coordinator

Covered Pavilion for inclement weather

Lodging

Lodging Package | $4,000 and includes the following

Two nights at 2 Fork Inn homes (if available, we recommend Center Lodge and Lakeside Lodge) sleeping up to 30 guests

Access to Lakeside pavilion, to include use for rehersal dinner.

Access to hiking trails, Lake Gratitude, Lakeside Pavilion and Big East Fork Farms

Additional homes available to accommodate up to 75 guests

Reception

Reception Dinner | $2,500 and includes the following

Tables, chairs, linens, glasses, flatware for up to 75 in McKinney Greenhouse and 200 when including surrounding outdoor area.

There are countless options for the dinner itself, from food trucks and blue grass music to a five course meal prepared on site over live fires.

Frequently Asked Questions

1 / How do I secure my day?

To secure your day, we require half (1/2) of the total payment along with a signed contract. The remaining balance is not due until thirty (30) days before your scheduled event.

2 / What is your venue capacity

200 guests

3 / What are the requirements?

1. All alcohol must be served by a licensed and insured bartender.

2. An event insurance policy - a one-day, $1,000,000 policy. You can go through any agency to acquire this policy.

Suggested Websites:

www.wedsafe.com

www.eventsured.com

www.theeventhelper.com

4 / Do you have preferred vendors?

We have preferred vendors but are happy to consider others. Preferred vendors, having worked with us before, are particularly well suited to handle your needs.

5 / Clean-Up

We encourage guests to recycle and take care of clean-up, There is a recycling center in Leipers Fork, 12-15 minutes away.

6 / Handicap Accessible

Golf cart is available to transport those needing assistance. Center Lodge has a handicap accessible bathroom.

7 / Transportation

We suggest that a van is rented by the wedding couple and one or two individuals of the wedding party be identified to shuttle guests about the properties. While all properties are in close proximity (within a 2-4 minute drive) they are not within short walking distance. If you are up for a hike, then they certainly are!

8 / Do you require a wedding planner or coordinator?

You’re in luck! Our packages include a wedding coordinator to help with all details leading up to your big day, as well as coordination for your rehearsal and event.

9 / What do you and your staff do?

We arrive 1 – 2 ½ hours prior to your event and are there for the entirety of it to handle anything you may need.

10 / What if it rains?

Not to worry! Our Farm Pavilion provides a covered venue for inclement weather.

11 / Can we use the property for engagement pictures?

Absolutely! All wedding packages include use of space and property for engagement sessions. Contact us to book your appointment!

12 / What about a rehersal and dinner?

Our package ensures you get the day before to decorate, rehearse, and have a relaxing rehearsal dinner at Lake Gratitude.

13 / What dates are available?

14 / Do I need to book a tour, or can I just stop by?

Tours are by appointment only due to ongoing events, but we do our absolute best to accommodate your schedule and make ourselves available at a time that works best for you.

15 / Do you have parking?

Yes, we have considerable parking, including adjacent spaces next to all event locations. You can also contract with a shuttle company or use ride share services like Uber and Lyft.

16 / Can I bring my own alcohol?

Yes! Just make sure it’s served by your licensed bartender!

17 / What time do events end?

Music and events must end by 11:00pm

Preferred Vendors

Chef Patrick, Rambler Events

1 / Event Rentals

Southern Events

Curated Events

Mayker Interiors

Mercantile 1858

2 / Caterers

TomKats Catering

Rambler Events

Brown Bag Catering

Merridees

Chef Skylar Bush

Roadhouse Grill

Flour & Forge (Wood Fired Pizza)

Oye Coffee

G Catering & Professional Bar Service

3 / Photographers

Sam Frawley

Angela Presti

Erica Calhoun

4 / Music

The Gubernaughts

Ella Jae McCaul

5 / Florals

Alison Bryant Florals

6 / Calligraphy

Silt & Pine Calligraphy

7 / Outdoor Restrooms

VanGo Portable Solutions

8 / Compost

Compost Nashville