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Choosing your opening party venue will be one of the most important steps in the planning process. So much goes into finding the perfect venue in Florida. You’ll want to consider everything from the aesthetics of the space to any in-house amenities and services. Luckily, PartySlate makes it easy with our Find Venues page. Use the filters to narrow your search — taking into account everything from your guest count to specific catering preferences. Once you’ve set your filters, scroll down to search our curated list. Look for the “featured” tag for PartySlate’s top recommendations. With PartySlate, finding your ideal Florida venue has never been easier.
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King & Bear at World Golf Village
1 King and Bear Dr, St Augustine, FL 32092, USA- Spaces for 35-300 Guests
- 3 Restaurants
- 2 Outdoor Spaces
- 4 Country Clubs
King & Bear at World Golf Village is a championship golf course venue in St. Augustine, Florida, built around the only course in the world co-designed by Arnold Palmer and Jack Nicklaus — the "King" and the "Bear" whose names the course carries. Set among pristine lakes, towering pines, and ancient oak trees, the property offers a distinctive backdrop for weddings, corporate gatherings, and private celebrations. The event hub is AJ's Kitchen & Cocktails, a full-service restaurant and banquet facility housed within the King & Bear Clubhouse. The space accommodates up to 150 guests across four distinct areas: a main dining room, a private dining room for more intimate affairs, a back patio with firepits, and a Grand Event Lawn suited to outdoor ceremonies and receptions. Exquisite views of the 9th and 18th greens carry through the entire property. World Golf Village's events team handles setup, table layout, custom menu planning, and day-of coordination. Amenity packages include dance floors, premium linens, and décor services, with the flexibility to tailor each event from ceremony through reception.
Eustis Woman's Club
227 N Center St, Eustis, FL 32726, USA- Spaces for 100-156 Guests
- 1 Landmark
- 1 Event Space
- 1 Historic Space
The Eustis Woman's Club is a Classical Revival landmark at 227 North Center Street in Eustis, Florida, listed on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places since 1991. The building traces its origins to 1902, when a group of women founded it as a community gathering space. Today it operates as a city-managed event venue available for weddings, receptions, meetings, and private celebrations. The main hall seats 100 guests and accommodates up to 156 for cocktail-style receptions. Cathedral ceilings, hardwood floors, a stage, a balcony, and a courtyard with a gazebo give the space a range of options for ceremony and celebration alike. The rental includes tables and chairs, a full commercial kitchen, PA system with microphones, projector and screen, a piano, and two green rooms. Outside caterers are welcome, and the venue is wheelchair accessible.
Key West Tropical Forest & Botanical Garden
5210 College Rd, Key West, FL 33040, USA- Spaces for 80-450 Guests
- 2 Outdoor Spaces
- 1 Historic Space
- 3 Total Spaces
a brief description of our venues Whether it's during the day, at twilight, or after sunset, the Garden's charm transforms any occasion into something absolutely memorable. The Waterfall Courtyard, the Terrace, and the Butterfly Garden are some of the outdoor settings available. The Nature Chapel serves as our indoor venue. Venue rentals are offered Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. Elegant tropical garden with a waterfall in the Courtyard The Detailed Description With a raised stage for your ceremony surrounded by rich tropical vegetation, the Courtyard is a romantic setting for your garden wedding. The sounds of a trickling waterfall add to the romance of your garden wedding. A warm and inviting glow will be cast over your nighttime ceremony or reception by overhead and landscape lighting, which will add to the overall atmosphere. This site can be used for both the ceremony and the reception, with the reception taking place on the Terrace for larger groups. The walk from the Courtyard to the Terrace takes you through the Tropical Forest, which is quite nice. Guests will be able to drink cocktails while strolling down the boardwalk and bridge over our fresh water pond on their approach to the Terrace, which will be available as an optional service.
Ormazd Grotto
1700 Edgewater Dr, Orlando, FL 32804, USA- Spaces for 160 Guests
Ormazd Grotto is a Masonically affiliated fraternal organization and event venue in College Park, Orlando, Florida. Established in 1930, the organization has a longstanding history of charitable work supporting special needs children in the Orlando area, and opens its facility to the broader community for private events and gatherings. The venue sits on a half-acre property at 1700 Edgewater Drive and offers two distinct rental spaces: a 700-square-foot reception area suited for guest arrivals and cocktail-style gatherings, and a 2,000-square-foot auditorium featuring a raised stage, a bar with stools, and its own climate-control system. The auditorium accommodates events ranging from church services and keynote presentations to receptions and banquets. An adjacent kitchen with a serving window, coffee urns, and chafing dishes supports catering setup. Outdoor space with picnic tables beneath mature oak trees provides additional room for guests. The facility is fully handicap accessible, smoke-free indoors, and includes on-site parking for up to 30 vehicles with overflow available nearby. Rental inquiries are directed to the venue's dedicated rentals coordinator.
The Crystal Ballroom Daytona Beach
861 Ballough Rd, Daytona Beach, FL 32114, USA- Spaces for 250 Guests
Naples Beach Club, A Four Seasons Resort
801 Gulf Shore Blvd N, Naples, FL 34102, USACeviche Tapas Bar & Restaurant, St. Petersburg
10 Beach Dr NE, St. Petersburg, FL 33701, USA- Spaces for 80 Guests
Ceviche Tapas Bar & Restaurant has anchored itself on Beach Drive in downtown St. Petersburg for nearly three decades, drawing inspiration from the Barcelona tradition of gathering around shared plates, conversation, and sangria. The restaurant channels the spirit of the Iberian coast through an authentic tapas menu and cocktail program designed for groups who want to linger. Private events are a natural fit here. The restaurant works directly with clients to customize menus and beverage selections for engagements, wedding receptions, social celebrations, and corporate functions, with a dedicated events coordinator overseeing the details from planning through the evening itself.
Dave & Buster's Hollywood
3000 Oakwood Blvd, Hollywood, FL 33020, USA- Spaces for 200 Guests
Dave & Buster's Hollywood occupies 35,500 square feet on the third level of Ovation Hollywood, the entertainment complex at 6801 Hollywood Blvd steps from the Hollywood Walk of Fame and TCL Chinese Theatre. Opened in 2014 as a West Coast flagship, the venue combines a 360-degree sports bar — lined with walls of HDTVs — with a full-service restaurant and an arcade floor of more than 160 games, from racing simulators to virtual reality attractions. For private events, Dave & Buster's Hollywood offers dedicated function rooms equipped with AV equipment, WiFi, and HDTVs, as well as semi-private sports lounge areas ideal for watch parties and team outings. Full venue buyouts are also available. Chef-crafted catering packages span breakfast and lunch buffets, themed dinner buffets, and custom appetizer spreads; bar and beverage packages can be added to any event. A dedicated events team works with planners on corporate meetings, holiday parties, birthday celebrations, and large-scale group events.
Summer House on the Lake
1498 E Buena Vista Dr, Orlando, FL 32836, USASummer House on the Lake offers event spaces for your next celebration in Orlando, Florida.
The Club at Pelican Bay
350 Pelican Bay Dr, Daytona Beach, FL 32119, USA- Spaces for 350 Guests
Club Pelican Bay is a private, member-owned club set on nearly 240 acres in Naples, Florida. Founded in 1980, the club is home to 27 holes of championship golf spread across three nine-hole courses named Club, Pelican, and Bay — each designed by architect Arthur Hills and certified as an Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary. The 50,000-square-foot clubhouse, completed in 2017, anchors the club's social life with multiple dining venues ranging from the casual Tavern and Atrium to the more formal Oaks Room and Wine Bar, along with outdoor terrace dining. A Spa and Fitness Center completes the amenities available to members and their guests.
Milton E. Hull Historical Armory Building
2202 West Reynolds Street, Plant City, FL 33563, USA- Spaces for 100 Guests
The Milton E. Hull Historical Armory Building sits on the grounds of the Florida Strawberry Festival in Plant City, Florida. Its distinctive stone exterior gives way to a warm interior event room featuring a fireplace, a wall of floor-to-ceiling windows, and laminate wood flooring — a neutral, light-filled space that suits weddings, receptions, and private celebrations alike. The building offers 2,257 square feet of rentable space with 10-foot ceilings and multiple access points for easy guest flow. Tables, chairs, and a podium are provided, along with a limited kitchen area for food preparation. The venue welcomes outside caterers, offers complimentary parking, and includes internet access and indoor restrooms.
Chart House Melbourne
2250 Front St, Melbourne, FL 32901, USA- Spaces for 30-200 Guests
- 2 Restaurants
- 2 Waterfront
Chart House Melbourne sits on the banks of the Indian River Lagoon at 2250 Front St, offering waterfront seafood dining with private event spaces suited for weddings, corporate gatherings, and celebrations. The intimate Intracoastal Room accommodates up to 30 guests and features 180-degree windows overlooking the Intracoastal Waterway — a setting that works well for private business dinners, bridal showers, and rehearsal events. The waterfront deck, adjacent to a lush riverside lawn, is a favored choice for outdoor ceremonies and receptions. For larger gatherings, the full restaurant can be reserved for afternoon events accommodating up to 200 guests. Customized banquet packages are available, ranging from luncheon buffets to four-course dinners. Chart House Melbourne draws on more than 60 years of waterfront dining — the brand was founded in 1961 and has long been recognized for its scenic locations and in-house culinary program built around fresh seafood and slow-roasted prime rib.
Womens Club
2401 Pine Tree Dr, Miami Beach, FL 33140, USA- Spaces for 280 Guests
Womens Club offers event spaces for your next celebration in Miami Beach, Florida.
Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park
11016 Lillian Sanders Dr, White Springs, FL 32096, USA- Spaces for 200 Guests
Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park sits on the banks of the Suwannee River in White Springs, Florida, honoring the legacy of American composer Stephen Foster, who wrote "Old Folks at Home." The grounds feature azalea-lined lawns shaded by ancient oaks, a 97-bell carillon tower that plays throughout the day, a museum with exhibits on Foster's most celebrated songs, and a craft square where artisans demonstrate quilting, weaving, blacksmithing, and jewelry making. The park offers several rentable facilities for private gatherings, including an auditorium, Nelly Bly's Kitchen, a 10-table picnic pavilion with pine ceilings conveniently sited near the river gazebo and vacation cabins, and the riverside gazebo itself — all well suited to weddings, receptions, reunions, and celebrations. Two-bedroom riverside cabins with screened porches and a full-service catering kitchen round out the on-site amenities. Year-round programming — from the Florida Folk Festival each Memorial Day weekend to an annual quilt show, old-time music weekends, and a holiday light display — reflects the park's deep roots in Florida folk culture and the performing arts.
Riverview Club St. Augustine Shores
790 Christina Dr, St Augustine, FL 32086, USA- Spaces for 40-350 Guests
- 2 Ballrooms
- 1 Meeting Space
- 3 Waterfront
The Riverview Club has been hosting events for the St. Augustine community since 1981, set within 14 acres of manicured lawns, wildflower gardens, and parkland along the Intracoastal Waterway — eight miles south of Historic Downtown St. Augustine. The grounds include a 500-foot pier, offering waterfront views that carry throughout the property. The main Riverview Ballroom spans 5,520 square feet and welcomes up to 350 seated guests. The open floor plan — anchored by chandeliers, wall sconces, and large windows overlooking the water — was fully renovated in October 2023. For smaller gatherings, the Mini Ballroom accommodates up to 50 guests, and the Multi-Purpose Room holds up to 40. A commercial kitchen is available on-site for caterers. The venue hosts weddings, anniversary parties, reunions, corporate events, and private celebrations, and is recognized as one of the largest rental spaces in St. Johns County.
Sanibel Harbour Marriott Resort & Spa
17260 Harbour Pointe Dr, Fort Myers, FL 33908, USA- Spaces for 44-965 Guests
- 5 Hotels
- 5 Ballrooms
- 5 Total Spaces
Marriott Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa is a waterfront resort and event destination set on 85 acres along San Carlos Bay in Fort Myers, Florida, with views across to Sanibel and Captiva Islands. The property offers more than 45,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor function space across 13 event rooms and 24 breakout rooms, with a capacity of up to 965 guests in the largest venue. Four ballrooms anchor the event offering — from the expansive 9,684-square-foot Palms Ballroom, divisible into eight sections, to the Everglades Ballroom, Gardens Ballroom, and the intimate Island Room, which features floor-to-ceiling windows on all sides. Outdoor and veranda settings add flexibility for ceremonies, cocktail receptions, and waterfront gatherings. A dedicated team of event professionals supports planning from initial consultation through event day, with full in-house catering and audiovisual services available on-site. The resort also features a 40,000-square-foot spa and fitness center, a private fishing pier, water sports, and multiple dining venues, providing guests with a range of activities before and after events.
Pier Dolphin Cruises
400 2nd Ave NE, St. Petersburg, FL 33701, USA- Spaces for 49-50 Guests
- 1 Outdoor
- 1 Boat
- 1 Waterfront
Pier Dolphin Cruises is a family-owned waterfront charter operation based at the St. Pete Municipal Marina in St. Petersburg, Florida, with more than 30 years of experience on Tampa Bay. The company's flagship vessel, the M/V Dolphin Queen, is a flat-deck catamaran inspected annually by the United States Coast Guard and certified to accommodate up to 49 guests — a distinction the company notes makes it the only vessel in downtown St. Petersburg to hold that certification. The Dolphin Queen is available for private charters for events including office parties, weddings, birthday celebrations, holiday gatherings, and themed cruises. The vessel features shaded canopy seating, comfortable flat-deck areas, and onboard restroom facilities. Its low-speed cruising — designed to keep pace with marine life rather than race past it — has made it a recognizable presence in the bay, with the company noting that dolphins have come to recognize the boat's engine and swim alongside it. Private charter guests cruise through Tampa Bay's Coffee Pot Bayou, past Bird Island, and along a coastline lined with historic mansions and recently constructed waterfront estates. Blankets are available onboard, and the vessel operates through light-to-moderate weather conditions.
Key West Garden Club
1100 Atlantic Blvd, Key West, FL 33040, USA- Spaces for 120 Guests
The West Martello Gardens are a beautiful place to visit. Take a moment to imagine spending your wedding day surrounded by beautiful gardens against the backdrop of the ruins of a Civil War-era fort. At the Gardens, you'll find a tranquil oasis of tropical lushness combined with historical beauty. The gardens are bordered by the Atlantic Ocean, making it a popular destination in Key West. Hilltop Gazebo (also known as a gazebo) This lovely white gazebo is perched on a tiny hill with a panoramic view of the Pacific Ocean. Picture yourselves exchanging your vows against the background of the Atlantic Ocean. Waterfall There are numerous couples who prefer to have their wedding ceremony in front of the waterfall, which is surrounded by thick tropical foliage. While the wedding is taking place, the sound of water flowing over rocks provides beautiful background music for it. Fountain This is a fantastic location for your event, having been rebuilt after Hurricane Irma damaged the previous structure. It is surrounded by black bamboo and Lipstick Palms, and it is frequently used as a venue for musical performances and other gatherings of all kinds. The Fort's Birdcage / Within the Fort Within the fort, a comfortable room is surrounded by beautiful flora and historic brickwork. For a modest ceremony or life celebration, this is an excellent choice. In the shade of the Almond Tree A lovely Almond tree may be seen next to the Butterfly Garden, on a hillside above the garden. There are many couples who choose to have their wedding ceremony here, under the Almond Tree, with the sea as a backdrop and mild winds coming in from the sea. Courtyard The courtyard is an excellent location for a reception! Tables can be put up either under a tent or outside in the open air. As you picture fairy lights glittering under the tent or flickering candles on the tables, the aroma of night-blooming flowers wafting through the air, you're getting a sense of what it's like. At night, the fort and gardens are spectacular. The gardens provide a beautiful setting for a nighttime cocktail celebration. Nothing is more romantic than the moon, the sea, small lights twinkling in the trees, and candles on the tables casting a delightful warm glow on the tablecloths and chairs. In the garden, your guests can take a leisurely stroll, breathe in the fragrances of flowers in the evening, and discover unexpected surprises around every corner. The Peace Garden and Labyrinth by the Sea are two of the most popular attractions in the area. A labyrinth, an ancient symbol of completeness, blends the imagery of the circle and the spiral into a meandering yet deliberate path that is both beautiful and functional. In essence, it signifies a trip to our inner center and then out into the world again. Our Peace Garden and Labyrinth is an open location with a view of the sea that is ideal for personal meditation or a small group event. It is available for reservation. A sunset wedding in this location is breathtaking.