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Bayside Event Center
Select services venue
The venue will provide the space, plus a few extras.
Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing
Starting at $4,000
Packages
Guest capacity
Up to 150 seated guests
About this venue
Welcome to Bayside Event Center, Galveston's #1 Voted Venue in 2023 and 2024! Known as "The Venue With THE View!" Look no further for an unforgettable waterfront setting for your most cherished moments. Imagine your perfect wedding or event in a luxurious yet relaxing atmosphere, surrounded by serene water views and picturesque skies. As Galveston's premier all-inclusive venue, we bring your unique vision to life with a versatile layout that suits your celebration style and our team ensures exceptional service with seamless execution. Uniquely we also offer on-site accomodations for up to 18 guest in our 3800sf residential space. A Chefs Kitchen, gameroom and private waterfront deck allows for a spectacular memory making experience. Book today and let Bayside staff help turn your dream into a reality!
Our event spaces
Grand Ballroom
Beautiful
Has its original Italian marble floor with roman columns and dimmable lighting. Double french doors lead to covered waterfront deck.
Guest capacity
Up to 150 Seated
Up to 150 Standing
Square footage
4,000
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Wedding shower, Cocktail hour
Guests often feel this space is
“Warm and cozy”
Included in this room:
2 Ready rooms for bridal parties (one private enterance) Chefs pantry - prep kitchen
Room cost
Included in total venue pricing
Waterfront Hang-out/Beverage Service
Backdrop beauty and beverages- doesn't get much better!
This multipurpose space is used for bar service, dancing, hanging out or even your ceremony.
Guest capacity
Up to 90 Seated
Up to 60 Standing
Square footage
1,300
Ideal for
Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Engagement party, Welcome party, After party, Cocktail hour
Guests often feel this space is
“Relaxed”
Included in this room:
Covered lighted waterfront deck with amazing sunsets High-top cocktail tables Private enclosed double windowed bar service Wifi and bluetooth Electrical
Room cost
Included in total venue pricing
Waterfront Ceremony/Sunset Viewing Deck
Your very own sunset backdrop awaits!
Our open-air waterfront deck is a multi-purpose space for ceremonies, engagements, first or private dance or to simply view the beauty of the ever changing skies as the sun sets.
Guest capacity
Up to 80 Seated
Up to 70 Standing
Square footage
1,300
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Other, Cocktail hour, Welcome party
Guests often feel this space is
“Surprised and delighted”
Included in this room:
Trelas Outdoor speakers Twinkle lights Amazing Sunset
Room cost
Included in total venue pricing
Grand Ballroom
Beautiful
Has its original Italian marble floor with roman columns and dimmable lighting. Double french doors lead to covered waterfront deck.
Guest capacity
Up to 150 Seated
Up to 150 Standing
Square footage
4,000
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Wedding shower, Cocktail hour
Guests often feel this space is
“Warm and cozy”
Included in this room:
2 Ready rooms for bridal parties (one private enterance) Chefs pantry - prep kitchen
Room cost
Included in total venue pricing
Waterfront Hang-out/Beverage Service
Backdrop beauty and beverages- doesn't get much better!
This multipurpose space is used for bar service, dancing, hanging out or even your ceremony.
Guest capacity
Up to 90 Seated
Up to 60 Standing
Square footage
1,300
Ideal for
Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Engagement party, Welcome party, After party, Cocktail hour
Guests often feel this space is
“Relaxed”
Included in this room:
Covered lighted waterfront deck with amazing sunsets High-top cocktail tables Private enclosed double windowed bar service Wifi and bluetooth Electrical
Room cost
Included in total venue pricing
Waterfront Ceremony/Sunset Viewing Deck
Your very own sunset backdrop awaits!
Our open-air waterfront deck is a multi-purpose space for ceremonies, engagements, first or private dance or to simply view the beauty of the ever changing skies as the sun sets.
Guest capacity
Up to 80 Seated
Up to 70 Standing
Square footage
1,300
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Other, Cocktail hour, Welcome party
Guests often feel this space is
“Surprised and delighted”
Included in this room:
Trelas Outdoor speakers Twinkle lights Amazing Sunset
Room cost
Included in total venue pricing
Bayside Event Center packages
Inclusive - DIAMOND
50-150 guests
Peak pricing $10,000-17,000
Off-peak pricing $10,000-17,000
Let your Bayside Coordinators take it from here! We pride ourselves on allowing you to select vendors from our "preferred' list to help you create the perfect day you have dreamed of.
- Bayside Coordinator
- Catered Meal
- Disc Jockey / Emcee
- TABC Bar (Room Rental, Licenced Tender & Barback)
- Bar mixers, garnishes, cups, napkins
- PHOTOBOOTH
- Table linens (guest and service)
- Decor Package (Large selection of centerpieces)
- Trelas Chiffon and 2 lighted/decorated arches
DIY - GOLD
50-150 guests
Peak pricing $6,000
Off-peak pricing $4,000
DIY’s include the 5000 sq. ft. Grand Ballroom, two ready rooms , Chefs Pantry, and both waterfront decks: covered/lighted hang-out deck and open-air ceremony/sunset viewing deck. Select your own vendors or choose from our list.
- Bayside Staff chair & table set up
- Bayside Staff chair & table break down
Create Your Own Perfect Package
50-150 guests
Peak pricing $4,000-17,000
Off-peak pricing $4,000-17,000
Start with the DIY and add services. OR Start with our Inclusive and deduct services. **If you are having alcohol, our TABC Licensed Bar Service is the only vendor of ours you are required to use. Any event that has alcohol service is required to have law enforcement present, Bayside will make arrangements ($50 per hour, 4 hour min.)
- Add or deduct services of your choice
Available services that can be provided by Bayside Event Center
Services & amenities
- Bar services
- Catering services
- Dressing room / Bridal Suite
- Event coordinator
- Event rentals
- Event staff
- On-site accommodations
- Service staff
- Set up
- Wheelchair accessible
- Wifi
Transportation & access
- Self parking - free
- Shuttle
- Valet - paid
- Wheelchair accessible
Rentals
- China
- Flatware
- Lighting
- Linens
- Sound / AV
- Standard Chairs
Accommodations
- Honeymoon suite
- Luxury suites
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