The Best Wedding Venues in Sarasota, FL

The Best Wedding Venues in Sarasota, FL

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16 Wedding Venues in Sarasota, FL

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Scars Farm 

5.0

  • 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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Bakers Ranch - Florida's Premier Top Rated All Inclusive Wedding Venue 

5.0

Parrish, FL
  • Up to 200 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $18,500
  • Offer

With our Simply Incredible All Inclusive Wedding Experience, you will be treated to your customized and worry-free wedding. Your wedding party and family will be stress free and will enjoy this once in a lifetime moment with you! Start your wedding planning in style by touring our beautiful wedding venue in stunning 3D or schedule a tour with us in person. https://www.bakersranch.com/schedule-tour Our "Simply Incredible" All Inclusive Package for up to 50 guests starts at $17,500. This price Includes Reception space, Ceremony site (four different options), Bridal suite, Grooms Cave, taxes and gratuities, full planning and event coordination, design session, tables and chairs, linens, catering, cake, fresh flowers, DJ, uplighting, chandeliers, twinkle lights, ceremony site decor, reception decor, bar with a variety of mixers + bartender, parking attendant + private security, setting up and breaking down and much more!

Why you'll love this venue

  • All-inclusive venue packages
  • Bridal suite on site
  • Provides a dedicated team on-site

Venue considerations

  • Best for events with big guest lists
  • Not for you if you don't want a rustic vibe
Awarded Best of Zola
My husband and I just adore the venue and the team that comes along with it! Communication is top notch here! We felt such a weight lifted off our shoulders working with such a fabulous group of people and our planner (Charlotte…: can’t recommend her enough to y’all!!! ). Charlotte seriously made my day and was such a a sweet soul to be around, I felt like I knew her forever as soon as I met her and we got to chatting. The day of the wedding was so smooth and everything was amazing! Thank you thank you bakers ranch and thank you charlotte for everything y’all did for us!
Briana C., 5 months 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, 10 days ago
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Highway Ranch Weddings & Events 
  • Up to 125 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Outdoor
  • Starts at $11,500
  • Offer

Welcome to Highway Ranch! Our all new wedding & event venue sits among 19 acres of picturesque farmland in the heart of Plant City. All of the packages come with the fantastic amenities our venue has to offer such as our Air Conditioned wedding suites. The paved ceremony site has bench seating and an arch under a canopy of gorgeous oaks. The covered barn features 2 bars, and includes your tables, and white padded garden chairs. Outside guests can enjoy yard games, or dance the night away on the paved cocktail patio. From the moment you step onto our grounds, our attentive team will bring your wedding vision to life, ensuring every detail is executed flawlessly. Choose from all-inclusive options that cover everything from catering to decor, or customize your package to suit your needs, and your budget.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Venue is completely outdoors
  • Provides setup and cleanup
  • Provides lighting and sound

Venue considerations

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • On-site parking not available
  • Not for you if you prefer a more modern aesthetic
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Sarasota Art Museum 

5.0

Sarasota, FL
  • Select services
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $1,500

Sarasota Art Museum – Sarasota’s only contemporary art museum. Housed in the 1926 M. Elliott-designed former Sarasota Senior High School, SAM features 15,000 square feet of gallery and event space, on-site Bistro, auditorium, outdoor Plaza and extensive grounds. Entertain your guests in our modern indoor and outdoor spaces – perfect for business meetings, conferences, cocktail receptions, weddings, baby showers, intimate dinner parties and more. Catering provided exclusively by Constellation Culinary Group.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Has an energetic and exciting atmosphere
  • Full catering menu to choose from
  • Both indoor and outdoor options

Venue considerations

  • Does not provide event staff
  • Limited cleanup and setup services
  • No built-in audiovisual options
We cannot stop raving about the venue and staff at the Sarasota Art Museum! From the Director to the volunteers, everyone was so friendly, helpful, and hard working. This occurred from our initial consultation and fact-finding inquiries and visits. This continued through the planning and implementation process of our event! Never did I ever imagine how smooth everything would go. Laura always provided the details and clarification of anything that I may have missed or just needed additional information on and the security staff worked efficiently to make sure we were able to store necessary items in a safe location for before and after our event. Carolyn and her kitchen/catering staff with Constellations Catering Group were phenomenal! We do not say this lightly! Carolyn was super communicative and at any point and time was able to be reached quickly when needed. I have never met a friendlier more down to earth person while still making sure that the business needs are still addressed professionally and promptly. THANK YOU CAROLYN! From A to Z, the food and service were superb and on point. The Kitchen and catering staff are highly recommended. They catered to our every need and the food is the best that I have ever experienced in my 30 years of attending business and personal events. We continue to get raving compliments from our guests about the wonderful service and simply delicious food that we enjoyed during our event on 04/20/2024! Thank you again to the entire Team! You all outdid yourselves, and we are truly grateful for your wonderful hospitality!
Loretta, 8 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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Lakewood Ranch Golf And Country Club 

5.0

Lakewood Ranch, FL
  • Up to 220 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor

Lakewood Ranch Golf and Country Club is a wedding venue located in Bradenton, Florida that has been exquisitely designed to make your wedding day one to remember. It is nestled within the beautiful community of Lakewood Ranch, offering a scenic atmosphere as the backdrop for your special day. This venue boasts an award-winning 44,000-square-foot clubhouse that features marble columns, graceful arches and elaborate finishes that are inspired by 1920's elegance and Italian villas. The staff at Lakewood Ranch Golf and Country Club prides themselves on the superior quality of their food and service, focusing on each and every detail in order to fully execute your event. If you book your wedding at this venue, you will be provided with the following services: Bridal suite Grooms suite In-house reception tables Chairs Glassware and china White linens 12” round mirrors Four votive candles per table.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Private area for the wedding party
  • Versatile for various event styles
  • Handles all cleanup logistics

Venue considerations

  • Not for you if you are drawn to more unconventional venues
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Best for events with big guest lists
When our original wedding venue had to cancel on us just days before the big day, we were in desperation. Thankfully, Hayley and the team at Lakewood Ranch Golf and Country Club reached out a compassionate hand and not only accommodated us last-minute, but made our wedding day even more perfect than we could have imagined. Their communication was incredibly thorough, as they discussed every detail with us, even more so than our previous venue. On the day, the staff's professionalism shone through as they set up everything exactly as we wanted, allowing us to relax and enjoy the beautiful, spacious, and inviting space. Lakewood Ranch Golf and Country Club truly went above and beyond to make our special day run smoothly, and I cannot recommend them enough.
Chrisann C., 4 months ago
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GROVE 
Lakewood Ranch, FL
  • Up to 350 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Indoor
  • Starts at $3,000

Luxurious and contemporary architectural design distinguishes this venue space. The ballroom at GROVE offers an inspiring canvas for producing memorable wedding ceremonies and receptions, corporate functions, business retreats, meetings, holiday parties, networking events and so much more! High vaulted ceilings, over-sized windows, and sophisticated embellishments including impressive chandeliers, rich wood detail along with an attractive arched-entrance way provide an exquisite backdrop for those looking for a romantic wedding site or flexible corporate function space. A natural extension of the surrounding Lakewood Ranch area, GROVE is marked by a modern-ranch town energy and vibe and overlooks the charming Main Street center. Your guests will appreciate easy access to several nearby hotel accommodations, the SRQ Airport and the arts and entertainment scene.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Dressing room available
  • Full catering menu to choose from
  • Accommodates more than 200 guests

Venue considerations

  • Not for you if you are looking for something nontraditional
  • Venue feels large for events with small guest lists
  • No on-premises lodging options

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About wedding venues in Sarasota, FL

How much do wedding venues typically cost in Sarasota, FL?

The cost of a wedding venue varies widely by location, number of guests, and many other details of the wedding package. Sarasota, FL offers a range of options that can fit most budgets. Raw venue space rentals (which only include the space itself) start at $750 and average $1,300. All-inclusive packages start at $1,500 and average $14,000.

What types of venues can I find in Sarasota, FL?

Sarasota offers a wide range of venues, including Ballroom, Park and garden and Beach and waterfront.

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

Some of the most popular venues in this area include PIER 22, The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature and Powel Crosley Estate. 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 Sarasota, 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 (43% in Sarasota do) or whether the venue provides an event coordinator (31% in Sarasota 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 Sarasota, FL accommodate both small and large weddings?

Of course! Small wedding venues in Sarasota, FL can host intimate parties while large venues can accommodate up to 800. The average venue in Sarasota can seat 120 guests.

What amenities do the reception venues in Sarasota, FL offer?

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

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