Weddings in St. Pete & Clearwater
Weddings
You want your big day to be perfect. Large or small, seaside or inside, extravagant or budget-friendly, St. Pete/Clearwater is the perfect place to tie the knot. We have it all here: dreamy beaches, romantic resorts and gorgeous gardens. Not to mention expert wedding planners, amazing catering options and phenomenal photographers. And with two international airports, countless hotels and so many things to do, St. Pete/Clearwater is a wedding destination everyone will want to flock to.
Beach Weddings
Be assured: There’s a beach here to suit your style, from remote, undeveloped Caladesi Island to low-key beach communities such as Indian Shores and Sunset Beach). And beach communities such as St. Pete Beach, Treasure Island and Clearwater Beach are home to hotels and resorts ( some with in-house wedding planners) that are just steps from the Gulf. With so many wedding possibilities along its miles of white-sand beaches, it’s no wonder thousands of couples tie the knot here every year.
Dream Venues for Every Budget
You’ve sure got options here. If it’s an opulent setting you seek, glamorous wedding venues abound, such as The Don CeSar in St. Pete Beach, The Renaissance Vinoy in downtown St. Pete, Wyndham Grand and The Sandpearl Resort in Clearwater Beach and Safety Harbor Resort & Spa in charming Safety Harbor. All have versatile indoor and outdoor spaces to fit your vision.
If you’d like to save a little cash, waterfront parks from downtown St. Pete to Safety Harbor are free or inexpensive options; you’ll have Tampa Bay’s sparkling waters, palm trees and blue skies as your backdrop. Florida Botanical Garden in Largo is also a wonderful venue that’s quite affordable, as is the St. Petersburg Women’s Club on the waterfront in St. Pete’s Snell Isle.
Beachside Bliss
Treasure Island will feel like a private paradise as you and your beloved to watch the sunset.
Beachside Bliss
Treasure Island will feel like a private paradise as you and your beloved to watch the sunset.
Romantic Ride
For an over-the-top romantic experience, opt for a horse-and-buggy ride in downtown St. Pete.
Romantic Ride
For an over-the-top romantic experience, opt for a horse-and-buggy ride in downtown St. Pete.
The Don Cesar on St. Pete Beach is a celebrated wedding venue.
The Don Cesar on St. Pete Beach is a celebrated wedding venue.
Shoreline Sweetness
Clearwater Beach is a gorgeous spot for strolling, swimming and enjoying the sunshine.
Shoreline Sweetness
Clearwater Beach is a gorgeous spot for strolling, swimming and enjoying the sunshine.
The Vinoy Resort & Golf Club, Autograph Collection, has been welcoming couples in style since the 1920s.
The Vinoy Resort & Golf Club, Autograph Collection, has been welcoming couples in style since the 1920s.
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Unique Settings to Wow Your Guests
Check out Sunken Gardens, Nova 535, the Poynter Institute and the St. Museum of Fine Arts St. Petersburg – all are gorgeous backdrops if your heart is set on a wedding in or near downtown St. Pete. If you crave a magical waterfront venue with amazing views and flexible indoor/outdoor options, the Tampa Bay Watch headquarters near Tierra Verde is a top choice (bonus: your rental fee goes to this environmental nonprofit’s operating costs). And we’d be remiss if we didn’t mention the St. Petersburg Shuffleboard Club, a popular open-air venue with a delightful Old Florida vibe.
And if it’s a “little white church” wedding you’ve been dreaming of, notable options include Harborside Chapel in Safety Harbor and Palm Harbor’s White Chapel.
Wedding Catering Options
The exciting food and drink scene in St. Pete/Clearwater means that your catering options are nearly endless. Many restaurants offer catering menus, or you can opt for a full-service catering company. Here’s one fun option your wedding planner can help with: You can book one of the area’s many food trucks to serve up your wedding meal or treats. Bar options are also diverse – from traditional service stations to The Tipsy Trotter, a mobile service that mixes up craft cocktails out of a repurposed horse trailer.