NOVA 535
All-inclusive venue
The venue takes care of it all - food and beverage, rentals, the works!
Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing
Starting at $10,000
Guest capacity
Up to 230 seated guests
About this venue
Discover NOVA 535, an iconic venue in downtown St. Pete that blends historic charm with contemporary elegance. This space features a unique bamboo courtyard, chic indoor areas, and a flexible layout that suits both intimate and grand celebrations. Couples appreciate the dedicated focus on one event at a time, ensuring bespoke service and attention to detail. With customizable lighting and decor options, NOVA 535 creates a personalized and memorable ambiance. Known for its impeccable coordination and stunning aesthetics, this venue is perfect for those seeking a stylish and seamless wedding experience. TEAM NOVA does the hard work, while you and your guests have fun!
Our event spaces
Main Gallery
Your Vision. Our 5-Star Results.
Built in 1920, we transformed 535 into NOVA 535, giving St. Petersburg our own world-class venue. Since opening February 2008, our goal has been simple, to wow and delight our guests!
Guest capacity
Up to 220 Seated
Up to 325 Standing
Square footage
5,000
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Elopement, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, After party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Baraat, Cocktail hour
Guests often feel this space is
“Surprised and delighted”
Included in this room:
+ 4 Bars + 6 Restroom Suites + Catering Kitchen +Colored LED uplighting
Brick & Bamboo Courtyard
Host your ceremony or cocktail hour in our stunning, private brick & bamboo courtyard!
With bamboo surrounding you and string lights above, it's the perfect setting for a ceremony or cocktail hour.
Guest capacity
Up to 250 Seated
Up to 275 Standing
Square footage
4,000
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Elopement, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, After party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Baraat, Cocktail hour
Included in this room:
+Built in bar +Brick & bamboo setting +String lights and uplighting
VIP Mezzanine
2nd Level VIP Mezzanine
This space is perfect to host your cocktail hour, cake cutting, photo booths and more! You'll have a birds eye view of the main gallery space. It also connects to our outdoor balcony! We also have (2) getting ready suites with private restrooms and plenty of mirrors!
Guest capacity
Up to 50 Seated
Up to 130 Standing
Square footage
2,000
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Elopement, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, After party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Baraat, Cocktail hour
Guests often feel this space is
“Surprised and delighted”
Included in this room:
+Built in Bar +Floating DJ booth +Outdoor balcony
Main Gallery
Your Vision. Our 5-Star Results.
Built in 1920, we transformed 535 into NOVA 535, giving St. Petersburg our own world-class venue. Since opening February 2008, our goal has been simple, to wow and delight our guests!
Guest capacity
Up to 220 Seated
Up to 325 Standing
Square footage
5,000
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Elopement, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, After party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Baraat, Cocktail hour
Guests often feel this space is
“Surprised and delighted”
Included in this room:
+ 4 Bars + 6 Restroom Suites + Catering Kitchen +Colored LED uplighting
Brick & Bamboo Courtyard
Host your ceremony or cocktail hour in our stunning, private brick & bamboo courtyard!
With bamboo surrounding you and string lights above, it's the perfect setting for a ceremony or cocktail hour.
Guest capacity
Up to 250 Seated
Up to 275 Standing
Square footage
4,000
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Elopement, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, After party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Baraat, Cocktail hour
Included in this room:
+Built in bar +Brick & bamboo setting +String lights and uplighting
VIP Mezzanine
2nd Level VIP Mezzanine
This space is perfect to host your cocktail hour, cake cutting, photo booths and more! You'll have a birds eye view of the main gallery space. It also connects to our outdoor balcony! We also have (2) getting ready suites with private restrooms and plenty of mirrors!
Guest capacity
Up to 50 Seated
Up to 130 Standing
Square footage
2,000
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Elopement, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, After party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Baraat, Cocktail hour
Guests often feel this space is
“Surprised and delighted”
Included in this room:
+Built in Bar +Floating DJ booth +Outdoor balcony
Available services that can be provided by NOVA 535
Services & amenities
- Bar services
- Clean up
- Dance floor
- Dressing room / Bridal Suite
- Event coordinator
- Event rentals
- Event staff
- Liability insurance
- Lighting/Sound
- Pet friendly
- Set up
- Wheelchair accessible
- Wifi
Transportation & access
- Self parking - free
- Valet - paid
Rentals
- Barware
- Glassware
- Lighting
- Linens
- Sound / AV
- Standard Chairs
Reviews
Write a review5.0 out of 5
9 reviews
NOVA 535 was Perfect!
NOVA 535 was the perfect wedding venue for our special day. From the moment we first reached out, April, A.J. and Chris, along with the rest of their collaborative and helpful staff, ensured every detail was attended to. The venue itself is absolutely gorgeous, with a stunning, roomy space that provided ample room for our guests to celebrate. They saw to all our needs and made sure everything was perfect, so we had no stress on the day of the wedding. We are so grateful to the NOVA 535 team for making our wedding day truly unforgettable.
Response from vendor•Dec 1, 2024Thank you so much Randi! We were thrilled to be a part of your special day! It was a super fun night! We wish you and both your families all the best.Highly recommend. Unique space and stellar service
From the moment we inquired about hosting our wedding at NOVA 535, the team was proactive, knowledgeable, and responsive in answering all of our questions. They were incredibly accommodating, working closely with us to ensure our special day was everything we dreamed of. The venue itself is excellent - a beautiful and unique space that provided the perfect backdrop for our celebration. The professionalism and attention to detail of the NOVA 535 staff helped take a lot of planning pressure off our shoulders, and our guests were impressed with fantastic service. We are so grateful to have found this wonderful venue and highly recommend it to any couple looking to host an unforgettable event.
Response from vendor•Dec 1, 2024Thank you so much Anna! We were so honored to bring your beautiful day to life! Wish you both a lifetime of happiness.Limelight LOVES NOVA 535
As a preferred photography vendor, Limelight Photography loves working with NOVA 535. The venue's elegant blend of historic charm and modern sophistication provides a stunning backdrop for capturing unforgettable moments. A key part of our positive experience is the exceptional team, particularly Wedding Coordinator April. Her attention to detail, professionalism, and warm demeanor make every event seamless and enjoyable. She consistently goes above and beyond to accommodate our needs, ensuring we can deliver the best results for our clients. NOVA 535’s layout and lighting are incredibly photographer-friendly, offering endless opportunities for beautiful shots. Every corner is photogenic, allowing us to capture the magic of each event perfectly. We wholeheartedly recommend NOVA 535. The combination of a breathtaking setting and a dedicated team makes it an ideal choice for any special occasion. We look forward to many more wonderful collaborations with April and the entire NOVA 535 team.
Nova made everything so easy!
Truly I can not thank the staff at above enough. Our day of coordinator AJ literally was a dream to work with! She made everything run smooth and made every single decision prior to the wedding so easy! Every staff member was wonderful to work with and helped up with anything we needed through the whole day! I truly can’t recommend this venue enough, with so many things included in the price it was worth every penny!
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