The Best Beach & Waterfront Wedding Venues in Bowling Green, FL

The Best Beach & Waterfront Wedding Venues in Bowling Green, FL

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16 Wedding Venues in Bowling Green, FL

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Scars Farm 

5.0

Bartow, FL
  • Up to 400 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $21,900

Scars Farm is a grand event venue with a capacity of 400 guests and a host of areas for celebrations of all kinds. Its an idyllic 54-acre site that offers a large strawberry-shaped pond lined and rolling green fields that overlook beautiful wildflowers on our lake, making it a unique and tranquil backdrop to your special day. Forever can start in our 5,000-square-foot glass barn and 3,400-square-foot open barn that accommodates beautiful outdoor receptions. The rustic open barn offers views of our strawberry-shaped pond and palm trees, while the glass barn is the crown jewel of the property. There are five indoor/outdoor ceremony locations to choose from. Exchange vows under one of the magnificent trees overlooking our lake with seating arranged for your guests. Our 12 restroom building will ensure your guests aren't waiting in long lines. The luxuriously decorated get-ready suite overlooks our lake, and beautiful wildflower meadows offer the perfect place to shoot wedding photos.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Provides lighting and sound
  • Flexible event spaces
  • Provides event staff

Venue considerations

  • Not for you if you're looking for a sleek and contemporary space
  • Does not allow pets
  • No on-premises lodging options
I have had the pleasure of being the Wedding Planner for some of the more recent weddings here at Scars Farm. The venue is so beautiful and like no other! The Glass barn details are just gorgeous, and the many different ceremony options are a wonderful option for couples. The Bridal Suite and Groom suite are great in size and they have a nice multi-stall bathroom for guests to use. Working with the Owner Michael has been wonderful. He is so kind, compassionate, and always willing to help in any way he can to make the couple and vendors happy. If you are looking for a Modern Barn Venue, I would highly recommend Scars Farm!
J & S Weddings, a year ago
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Grace River Island 

5.0

  • Up to 100 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $7,000

Grace River Island Resort is a stunning private tropical island sunset wedding venue that can host up to 100 guests and a large house that sleeps 20 and is located in the middle of the Caloosahatchee River in Fort Myers, Florida. Most people check in on Thursday or Friday and check out on Sunday or Monday, making it a relaxing wedding weekend. The island is accessible by a land bridge, creating a sense of serenity while still being close to the city. This luxurious resort is well-suited to host sunset weddings ceremonies, rehearsal dinners, destination weddings, and couples hoping to escape for their honeymoon. The owners Mike and Karen Peterson hope that their island serves as a relaxing space for such a magical occasion. It is place that you and your guests will remember forever!

Why you'll love this venue

  • Provides event staff
  • Flexible event spaces
  • Provides lighting and sound

Venue considerations

  • No venue-provided food services
  • Does not allow pets
  • Dance floor not included
Awarded Best of Zola
Had one of the greatest times of our lives staying at the Grace River Island Resort for our November Wedding! We booked for November 22nd - 25th and from the moment we arrive we were in awe of how breath taking the location was, just like the first time we saw it a year prior. Mike, Karen, and Skye were very attentive to our questions and needs, and everything was ready for us upon our arrival. All the amenities they provided were clean and fresh, ready for us to use, shout out to the cleaning crew! There was plenty of room for our wedding party of 20, and we spent four amazing days making wonderful memories with our family and friends. The sunsets here were truly magical, as we would often gather at the dock to take in the view and spend most of the nights cozy around the firepit. On the day of the wedding, their team helped set up tables, worked alongside the vendors, and were extremely professional throughout the day. I'll be forever grateful that Skye came out with a tray of food for me and my husband, thanks to her we could actually taste all of our catering menu while we were in the process of taking photos and videos! The hospitality that was shown to us by the Grace River Island team was impeccable and they truly made our stay there one we shall never forget. Thank you so much Grace River Island!!! - With Love Gabriella & Gelson
Gabriella, 11 days ago
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The Alabaster Land 

4.9

Brandon, FL
  • Up to 150 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor & outdoor

Alabaster Land is a tax-deductible faith-based Nonprofit that is a lakefront gated hidden gem for ceremonies & other gatherings among nature right by the Route 60. Our layout features a green house, equipped with chairs, tables, sound system, and more, Featuring space for up to 80 people comfortably. Our basement fits up to 25 people equipped with a mini fridge, microwave, coffee and tea makers, piano, leather couch, table, full bathroom and more! Alabaster also features a beautiful outdoor platform under a 300-year oak tree with hanging chandeliers and LED lighting. Along with 2 beautiful gardens for pictures, first prayer or first look! Lakefront main fire pit, white canoe are included in your pledge. An outdoor shower is also available for the local community to enjoy. Tiny Houses that are perfect for small groups, and unique tree swings!

Why you'll love this venue

  • Provides lighting and sound
  • Rustic charm with elegance
  • Multiple event spaces

Venue considerations

  • No free parking
  • Does not allow pets
  • Not for you if you don't want a rustic vibe
Awarded Best of Zola
We have enjoyed attending events at The Alabaster Land as well as working with them as both photo and video vendors. The property is beautiful and very spacious for any event! The owners are very personable and have a zeal for hosting people. They have an eye for beautiful aesthetics and will give you their insights for inspiration as well. If you're looking for an outdoor, hands-on event venue in the Tampa area, this is a great choice for both guests and vendors.
Shot By Sombric, a year ago
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ESC of Tampa Bay 

5.0

Tampa, FL
  • Up to 341 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor
  • Starts at $600

From weddings to business events, the Egypt Shrine Center of Tampa Bay has a venue to suit your needs. Grand Hall Our 5,152 sqft Grand Hall can accommodate up to 340 guests seated or 740 guest cocktail style. The Grand Hall’s features high pitch ceilings with the central peak reaching 40’ overhead. Complete with a built-in stage platform and Ashwood plank flooring, this beautifully neutral event space will provide a blank canvas allowing for endless design possibilities for the backdrop of your event. Community Room The Community Room is a 1,980 square foot room can accommodate up to 280 Guests cocktail style or 130 seated. This space can be used as one large room or split into two rooms and is ideal for meetings or small gatherings. Palm Oasis Bar The Palm River Oasis is a beautifully unique bar measuring at 2,470 square feet, it can fit up to 361 Cocktail or 220 Seated. The Oasis is fully stocked and open to the public and can be rented exclusively for your event.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Classic elegance
  • Allows pets
  • Wheelchair accessible

Venue considerations

  • No on-premises lodging options
  • Large venue, not ideal for small guest lists
  • Not for you if you are drawn to more unconventional venues
We were lucky enough to book the ESC for our special day. The staff was great in helping select the services they could provide and great partners in working with our planner. It was a great time and a night I’ll look back upon with appreciation and excitement.
Erik & B., 2 years ago
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Southern Streams Ranch 

5.0

Thonotosassa, FL
  • Up to 150 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Outdoor
  • Starts at $11,500

You will love our luscious landscaping to create the perfect backdrop for your beautiful day! We are truly all inclusive at our mini ranch where you get to see our mini horses, mini goats and mini cows who love their treats from our guests! Centrally located to Tampa, Lakeland, Wesley Chapel, Dade City, Brandon, Seffner, Valrico and Temple Terrace, Florida. Our packages include all vendors needed to create a magical event from Catering, DJ, Photographers, Private Bartender,Officiant, Bridal Cake with assorted desserts, Bridal Party Bouquets, Groomsmen florals, immediate family. Floral centerpieces with artificial flowers. Two air-conditioned bridal cottages get ready in, handicap accessible rest rooms, yes it is true and your choice of menu.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Has a dance floor for celebration
  • Provides lighting and sound
  • Offers full-service amenities

Venue considerations

  • Not for you if you're looking for a sleek and contemporary space
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • On-site parking not available
I can't recommend Southern Streams Ranch enough! Angel, Richard and the rest of the crew are a delight to wok with and make my job so much easier. As a photographer, I appreciate so much that they are constantly improving their venue, always thinking about the photo ops, and even asking for my input! SSR is creative and artistic in their decor, giving me fresh details at every wedding. Their professionalism in planning, timelines and financials make them a pleasure to work with and I look forward to each and every wedding I shoot there. The entire staff is not only talented and helpful, they are good people! When you work at SSR, you are not only treated like a friend, but as part of a family, and that's rare these days. Simply the best venue to work at!
Jon Montis, 4 years ago
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Yacht StarShip Cruises & Events 

5.0

Tampa, FL
  • Up to 300 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Indoor & outdoor

Yacht StarShip’s fleet of four luxury yachts is perfect for any size event from 2 – 300 guests and features top-quality service, breathtaking views, entertainment, and award-winning cuisine. An ideal choice for private charters in the central Florida region, Yacht StarShip is America’s First Dining Yacht to be recognized by AAA with a three-diamond rating. With our premium brand of service, Yacht StarShip is the only dining yacht of its kind in the South. We offer a place like no other for business, pleasure, or a spectacular combination of both. If you’re seeking a one-of-a-kind venue for your next event, cruise aboard Yacht StarShip!

Why you'll love this venue

  • Space for a large guest list
  • Private area for the wedding party
  • Handles all cleanup logistics

Venue considerations

  • On-site parking not available
  • Best for events with big guest lists
  • Does not allow pets
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Judy S., 2 years ago
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Tampa Museum Of Art 

5.0

Tampa, FL
  • Up to 600 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $3,500

Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of art at the Tampa Museum of Art, a true gem nestled along the scenic Hillsborough River. This waterfront venue, with its striking ultra-modern architecture, offers a breathtaking panorama of both the glistening waterway and the bustling downtown skyline.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Space for a large guest list
  • Has a sophisticated vibe
  • Pets can join the celebration

Venue considerations

  • Venue feels large for events with small guest lists
  • No built-in audiovisual options
  • No on-site bridal suite
The Tampa Museum of Art was our top venue choice for our February wedding. We wanted something that offered an indoor/outdoor experience, was elegant, and that we could customize to fit our exact vision. Our guests were blown away by the venue from the moment they arrived at the cocktail hour in the atrium to dinner and dancing under the covered outdoor area. The architecture of the museum plus the backdrop of downtown Tampa made for beautiful pictures. The TMA staff were so wonderful to work with and made our vision come to life. Wish we could do it 100x again!
Kersten, 5 months ago
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The Centre Club 

5.0

Tampa, FL
  • Up to 220 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Indoor
  • Starts at $8,000

The Centre Club is unique in that we are a private club, which means you'll have the entire venue all to yourselves on your wedding day! Origins dining room has been completely remodeled with a modern feel that incorporates Tampa history and our ballrooms have recently been refreshed and are filled with windows flooding our rooms with natural light, then setting a romantic mood with the nighttime skyline once the sunsets.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Provides catering services
  • Handles all cleanup logistics
  • Offers a sense of luxury

Venue considerations

  • Venue feels large for events with small guest lists
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Does not allow pets
The Centre Club is one of our favorite venues! Elizabeth and her team are amazing. They go above and beyond to make each couples wedding amazing from start to finish. They are in an awesome location and the views of sunset are incredible. Highly recommend!
Carrie Wildes Photography, 6 months ago
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Powel Crosley Estate 

5.0

Sarasota, FL
  • Up to 800 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $4,500

Powel Crosley built the Florida winter home for his wife, Gwendolyn, in 1929. The two-and-a-half-story Mediterranean mansion was built in the southwest corner of Bradenton on a 60-acre parcel of land on Sarasota Bay adjacent to the John Ringling Estate. The 11,000-square-foot home has 21 rooms and 10 baths, and an adjacent carriage house has room for three cars and servants' quarters on the second floor. Originally the mansion had a swimming pool, a seaplane dock and yacht basin. The home featured many innovations for its time, including a steel frame encased in cast stone, embedded pipes and wiring, and a 135-day construction schedule. Placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1982, Seagate was saved from commercial development and purchased for renovation by Manatee County, which operates it as a meeting, conference and event venue.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Pets can join the celebration
  • Accommodates more than 200 guests
  • Both indoor and outdoor options

Venue considerations

  • Does not have a dance floor
  • No in-house lighting and sound packages available
  • Large venue, not ideal for small guest lists
I really am speechless when it comes to the Powel Crosley. I am so incredibly thankful we hosted our destination wedding here with them. I wish I wouldve taken more time on my special day to really marvel at all of the estate. There is so much beauty every which way you turn! The staff was so helpful from the moment we booked with them and on the wedding day. Looking back at our photos, I know this was worth every single penny. Book the lawn, your pictures will be outstanding.
Allison G., 6 months ago
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The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature 
Bradenton, FL
  • Up to 400 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $2,500

As the largest natural and cultural history museum on Florida's Gulf Coast, The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature offers engaging exhibits as well as educational programs that interpret the scientific and cultural knowledge of Florida, the world, and our universe. In addition to permanent exhibits, the Museum features a constantly changing lineup of temporary exhibitions — offering something new to discover with each visit!

Why you'll love this venue

  • Allows pets
  • Combines timeless elegance with history
  • Multiple event spaces

Venue considerations

  • Venue feels large for events with small guest lists
  • Does not have a dance floor
  • Limited cleanup and setup services
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The Celebration Hotel 
Celebration, FL
  • Up to 120 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $3,500
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Experience a blend of relaxation and fun in Celebration, FL at the Celebration Hotel. Perched lakeside in the charming town of Celebration, near Kissimmee Florida, our pet-friendly hotel offers a hidden boutique escape just outside of Walt Disney World theme parks. Take a stroll through our art-filled lobby, swim in our scenic outdoor pool and enjoy a light bite and craft cocktail at Lakeside Bar + Grill before heading to your room for a quiet retreat.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Handles all cleanup logistics
  • Private area for the wedding party
  • Multiple event spaces

Venue considerations

  • On-site parking not available
  • Lighting and sound are not included

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About wedding venues in Bowling Green, FL

How much do wedding venues typically cost in Bowling Green, FL?

The cost of a wedding venue varies widely by location, number of guests, and many other details of the wedding package. Bowling Green, FL offers a range of options that can fit most budgets. Raw venue space rentals (which only include the space itself) start at $2,500 and average $4,000. All-inclusive packages start at $4,500 and average $5,300.

What types of venues can I find in Bowling Green, FL?

Bowling Green offers a wide range of venues, including Barn and ranch, Ballroom and Park and garden.

What are some of the best wedding and reception venues available in Bowling Green, FL?

Some of the most popular venues in this area include The Garden Ballroom, Venue 650 and Bella Cosa Lakeside Wedding Venue. But just like finding "the one," finding the perfect wedding venue takes time and a little bit of magic. Start by envisioning your dream wedding - the ambiance, style, and location. Then, explore our extensive collection of carefully curated wedding venues. Our marketplace provides detailed information, stunning photos, and real couples' reviews to help you make an informed decision. Trust your instincts, and when you find that venue that gives you butterflies, you'll know it's the one.

What questions should I ask when booking a venue in Bowling Green, FL?

It all depends on what you're looking for, but you may want to consider things like whether the venue has an on-site bridal suite (56% in Bowling Green do) or whether the venue provides an event coordinator (48% in Bowling Green do!).

Additionally, some venues work with certain caterers and require a minimum food and beverage spend in addition to the space rentals. Others might have a recommended list of preferred caterers that they'd like you to work with.

Can the venues in Bowling Green, FL accommodate both small and large weddings?

Of course! Small wedding venues in Bowling Green, FL can host intimate parties while large venues can accommodate up to 500. The average venue in Bowling Green can seat 150 guests.

What amenities do the reception venues in Bowling Green, FL offer?

The venues in Bowling Green, FL are known for the exceptional suite of services and amenities offered to couples and their wedding parties. The most common services provided are Dressing room / Bridal Suite, Set up and Wheelchair accessible. Some venues even offer Transportation!

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