Auditorium and Sharp Program Shelter
The UT Arboretum Auditorium and/or Sharp Program Shelter are beautiful locations to celebrate your wedding and/or reception. Several wedding package options are available to meet your needs for this special occasion. These packages include use of facilities, a scheduled rehearsal, and access for wedding pictures.





Available Times
The UT Arboretum Auditorium and Sharp Program Shelter are normally available for weddings Thursday through Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. (8:00 p.m. November. – March) except for University of Tennessee holidays, administrative closings, and scheduled field days or arboretum programming. We do not accept any Sunday rentals.
Wedding Packages
Please contact Michelle Campanis, Education Coordinator, at mcampani@utk.edu or 865-483-7277 for current rental rates:
- Sharp Program Shelter (wedding)/ Auditorium (reception) 7 hour package – $1,600 (includes 2 hour rehearsal, picture session, and 7 hour day of wedding)
- Arboretum Auditorium (reception only, no rehearsal) 4 hour package – $600
- No Facilities Outdoor Wedding 1 hour package – $250
