Top Panama City Beach Venues

• Spaces for 24-225 Guests
• 4 Restaurants
• 1 Outdoor
• 4 Total Spaces

Island-inspired character meets versatile entertaining spaces at this welcoming Miramar Beach destination. Indoor dining rooms and outdoor patios offer plenty of room for intimate occasions and larger celebrations, complemented by casual fare and a spirited social atmosphere. LandShark Bar & Grill Miramar Beach provides an inviting setting for private parties, corporate gatherings, rehearsal dinners, and other special events.

• Spaces for 149-150 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Boat
• 1 Waterfront

SunQuest Cruises operates the SOLARIS, a custom-built 125-foot dining and entertainment yacht docked at Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort in Destin, Florida. Locally owned and operated for over 20 years, the SOLARIS is the only dining and entertainment yacht in Northwest Florida, offering more than 5,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor space across three decks for groups from intimate elopements up to 149 guests. The yacht hosts a wide range of private events — weddings, rehearsal dinners, corporate meetings, birthday and anniversary celebrations, and special occasion cruises — all with an executive chef preparing coastal cuisine featuring Gulf seafood and local ingredients. A full-service bar, live entertainment capabilities, and a dedicated events team are part of every charter. The 1,400-square-foot open-air sky deck includes a bridal platform designed specifically for sunset ceremonies, with indoor decks featuring panoramic windows as a weather-backup option. SunQuest Cruises provides professional wedding planning services — covering decor, florals, menus, entertainment, and vendor coordination — included in all wedding packages, and the captain officiates ceremonies onboard.

• Spaces for 80-265 Guests
• 2 Restaurants
• 2 Bars
• 2 Total Spaces

Designed for effortless entertaining, this waterfront venue features versatile spaces that transition easily from relaxed dinners to lively receptions. An open-air deck lined with party lights complements the indoor dining and signature bar area, giving groups a variety of settings for business occasions, milestone celebrations, and private parties. 5 o’Clock Somewhere Bar & Grill Miramar Beach adds a playful coastal spirit to every gathering.

• Spaces for 400-1,500 Guests
• 1 Hotel
• 5 Ballrooms
• 6 Total Spaces

Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort spans 2,400 acres along Florida's Emerald Coast in Miramar Beach, where the Gulf of Mexico meets Choctawhatchee Bay. The property encompasses white-sand beaches, championship golf courses, a marina, and the Village of Baytowne Wharf — a waterfront district of restaurants, galleries, and shops. Named a top-three resort in Florida by Condé Nast Travelers Readers' Choice Awards in 2025, Sandestin hosts celebrations ranging from intimate ceremonies to multi-day destination gatherings of up to 1,600 guests. More than 85,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor event space spans three distinct venues — the Baytowne Conference Center, Hotel Effie Sandestin, and the Linkside Conference Center — along with open-air settings that include Gulf beachfront, lakeside lawns, and covered terraces. Ballrooms seat anywhere from several dozen to 1,500 guests, while outdoor lawns and beach locations lend themselves to ceremonies, cocktail receptions, and welcome parties alike. A dedicated Wedding Manager guides each celebration from venue selection through the day itself, with in-house catering, custom menus, group accommodation across nine on-site properties, and a full roster of resort activities for extended-stay guests.

• Spaces for 100 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Estate
• 1 Waterfront

Splash is a three-story, 7,000-square-foot luxury residence located at 3463 Scenic Highway 98 in Destin, Florida's Destiny West subdivision. Built to accommodate both extended stays and private celebrations, the property sleeps up to 32 overnight guests and can host up to 100 guests for events — making it a well-suited option for intimate weddings, milestone birthday parties, and corporate gatherings. The outdoor entertaining area anchors the property: a 100,000-gallon lagoon pool with a swim-up wet bar seating 12, a tiled spa with waterfall entry, an outdoor kitchen with a built-in grill and fireplace, and 3,000 square feet of covered patio space. Inside, the first floor provides ample room for receptions and rehearsal dinners, while the second floor features a full chef's kitchen with dual refrigerators, a wine cooler, double ovens, and an 8-burner gas range. Six balconies, a rooftop observation deck, and an elevator round out the home's amenities. The public beach is a five-minute walk away.

• Spaces for 150 Guests
• 2 Hotels
• 2 Outdoor Spaces
• 2 Total Spaces

A Stone's Throw Away is a boutique bed and breakfast set on elevated terrain in Nassau, Bahamas, where traditional Caribbean colonial architecture — dark wood floors and ceilings, natural limestone and coral walls, wide verandas, and shuttered windows — meets lush gardens filled with native tropical plants, birds, and butterflies. The property opened in December 2004 and comprises 10 intimate guest rooms with round-the-clock service. For private events, A Stone's Throw Away accommodates up to 150 guests across two outdoor settings: an oceanview patio overlooking the water and a private garden and pool area on the grounds. The venue is well suited for weddings, vow renewals, engagements, birthday celebrations, corporate retreats, and similar gatherings. On-site catering is available through Bombay Cafe, whose chefs specialize in Indian cuisine prepared in centuries-old traditions, and outside caterers are also welcome. A dedicated event management team supports planning from booking through the event day.

• Spaces for 36 Guests

Aegean Restaurant Greek Cuisine has been serving authentic Greek and Mediterranean flavors on Florida's Emerald Coast since 2007. The family-owned restaurant is located in Miramar Plaza at 12889 US HWY 98 in Miramar Beach, just minutes from Destin and 30A, with additional locations in Shalimar and Mary Esther. The Miramar Beach location offers a full bar stocked with Greek wines and beers alongside a menu of made-from-scratch Greek and American dishes spanning breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Ample outdoor seating and a welcoming atmosphere make it a natural fit for large group gatherings and catering events. Aegean has earned recognition as a Best Of Emerald Coast honoree, a Finest on the Emerald Coast winner, and a Taste of the Race Seaside Award recipient — reflecting its standing as a go-to dining destination in the Destin-area community.

• Spaces for 15-400 Guests
• 2 Hotels
• 1 Ballroom
• 1 Meeting Space

Embassy Suites by Hilton Destin Miramar Beach is an all-suite hotel on Florida's Emerald Coast, situated steps from the Gulf of Mexico along Scenic Gulf Drive in Miramar Beach. The property features 155 two-room suites and private beach access across the street, offering a beachfront setting for weddings, corporate meetings, and social events. The hotel provides nearly 6,000 square feet of flexible event space across multiple rooms, including the Emerald Coast Ballroom — which divides into five breakout configurations and accommodates up to 400 guests for a cocktail reception or 300 for a banquet dinner — and the Miramar Boardroom for intimate gatherings. A landscaped atrium pre-function area adjoins the ballroom, and in-house catering, a dedicated event services team, and full A/V capabilities are available throughout. The beach across the street is also available for outdoor ceremonies.

• Spaces for 49 Guests

360 Blue is a luxury vacation rental company managing a collection of beachfront homes along Florida's Emerald Coast, including event-friendly properties in Miramar Beach. The company's Wedding Collection brings together Gulf-front homes with private pools, spacious living areas, and Gulf of Mexico access — available for intimate celebrations of up to 49 guests. Properties in the Miramar Beach portfolio offer multi-floor layouts with gourmet kitchens, wet bars, outdoor decks, and direct beach access, making them well-suited to wedding weekends, family reunions, and private group events. Rentals include a non-refundable venue fee and a refundable damage deposit in addition to the standard rental rate, with outside caterers and amplified music permitted within posted guidelines. The 360 Blue Guest Experience team is available at 877-550-2017 to assist with property selection, event logistics, and concierge services throughout the Emerald Coast.

• Spaces for 110-250 Guests
• 1 Ballroom
• 1 Outdoor
• 3 Total Spaces

Seascape Beach Resort sits on more than 40 acres of oceanfront property in Aptos, California, overlooking Monterey Bay. The property combines the amenities of a full-service resort with three distinct event venues — an outdoor bluff lawn, an intimate indoor space, and a 4,000-square-foot ballroom — accommodating celebrations ranging from 50 to 250 guests. On-site dining at Sanderlings restaurant, access to the Seascape Golf Club, and a Sports Club with tennis and pickleball courts give wedding parties and event guests a self-contained coastal destination. The resort offers three tiered wedding packages, from bespoke planning services to full-scale luxury events.

• Spaces for 170 Guests

• Spaces for 350 Guests

Majestic Beach Resort sits on over 650 feet of Gulf frontage in the heart of Panama City Beach, Florida. The resort's two towers — Tower I with 329 units and Tower II with 194 units — offer gulf-front suites with private balconies and a range of amenities suited to both leisure and group gatherings. The resort's on-site conference center, located on the north side of the property, provides flexible meeting space alongside in-house catering through RC Weddings + Events, accommodating everything from small corporate meetings to large family reunions. Additional on-site amenities include multiple indoor and outdoor pools, a movie theater, a fitness center, tennis courts, and a game room — giving groups a full set of options beyond the event itself.

• Spaces for 200 Guests

• Spaces for 400 Guests

• Spaces for 600 Guests

• Spaces for 100-250 Guests
• 1 Hotel
• 1 Event Space

The Gulf-front Green and Beachcomber Retreat Banquet Room are event spaces offered by By The Sea Resorts at their Beachcomber Beachfront Hotel in Panama City Beach, Florida. Together, they give event planners the choice of open-air celebration or climate-controlled indoor gathering steps from the Gulf of Mexico. The Gulf-front Green is a 33,000-square-foot outdoor lawn overlooking the Gulf, framed by rustic dunes and palm trees. A gazebo on the property makes it a natural setting for ceremonies, cookouts, and open-air receptions. Across Front Beach Road, the Beachcomber Retreat provides 1,400 square feet of indoor meeting space, accommodating up to 100 guests — well-suited for wedding receptions, reunions, and corporate events, with adjacent parking.

• Spaces for 120 Guests

• Spaces for 1,000 Guests

• Spaces for 130 Guests

• Spaces for 75 Guests