A wedding in the St. Petersburg/Clearwater area can be held anywhere from a beach to a botanical garden overflowing with floral and fauna, a sunset cruise, or in a grand-scale ballroom that seats 500. With so many options, it may not be surprising that the St. Petersburg/Clearwater area annually hosts more than 8,500 weddings. There are more than 35 hotels in the area with event facilities and more than 60 additional properties that welcome special events. The opportunities for a memorable occasion are endless on Florida's Beach. Here are just a few of the popular wedding locations in the St. Petersburg/Clearwater Area:
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| Weddings On a Whim |
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The Wedding "Maestro's" and Ministers who make any sized celebration a Heartwarming and Memorable experience. Our specialty is affordable beach ceremonies for 2 to 52.
Gulf Beaches of Central, FL
Email [email protected]
(727) 581-3446
www.WeddingsOnaWhim.com |
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| Andrews Memorial Chapel
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Constructed in 1888, the chapel is considered a prime example of Victorian architecture in Florida and is listed in the National Register of Historic Places. The chapel is constructed with two foyers with Gothic archways leading into the sanctuary where the original stained glass windows still remain.
Hammock Park
1899 San Mateo Drive
Dunedin, FL
(727) 736-1176
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Egmont Key
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This historic 360-acre island has unique natural and cultural histories including a lighthouse (built in 1858) that is still in operation. The lighthouse continues to operate as Florida's sixth brightest lighthouse and the spot for wedding ceremonies is at the base of the lighthouse. Egmont Key is accessible by private charter or aboard excursion vessels.
Tampa Bay
Email [email protected]
(727) 893-2627
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Starlite Cruises
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Starlite Cruises offers two distinctive vessels with elegant decor and first-class service. Each unique vessel features plush comfortable interiors with large picture windows for unobstructed viewing. Cruises depart from Clearwater Municipal Marina and St. Petersburg.
(727) 462-2628
www.starlitecruises.com
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| Weddings On Water |
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Weddings On Water offers you the most unique wedding experience in America on our beautiful Floating Chapel.
We offer full wedding services to make your special day a perfect one. Contact us for full information packages to complete your wedding planning. 200 Seminole St
Clearwater, Florida
Contact: [email protected]
Phone: (727) 466-0969
Fax: (727) 446-4670
www.WeddingsOnWater.com
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Mirror Lake Lyceum
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Located on the west bank of Mirror Lake in historically-rich downtown St. Petersburg, the former First Christian Church, built circa-1926, recently reopened in early 2000 as a meeting and special events venue.
737 3rd Avenue North
St. Petersburg, FL 33701
E-mail [email protected]
(727) 821-1926
www.mirrorlakelyceum.net
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The Florida Botanical Gardens at Pinewood Cultural Park
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The Florida Botanical Gardens is one of the newest attractions in the St. Petersburg/Clearwater area and hosts a Celebration Garden in addition to 7 other unique gardens. The Celebration Garden is ideal for outdoor weddings with its formal floral designs, an open grass plaza and a gazebo surrounded by fountains.
12175 125th Street North
Largo, FL 33774
(727) 582-2100 www.flbg.org
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Harborview Center
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The Harborview Center can host an event for 40 to 1,400 people, and can provide all the amenities for the occasion. The 35,000 square foot conference level includes a 17,000 square foot ballroom, divisible in halves or quarters that can hold 300 to 450 guests each.
300 Cleveland St.
Clearwater, FL 33755
(727) 462-6778
www.harborv.com
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Wedding Butterfly Release by Monarch Butterfly Farm
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The Monarch Butterfly Farm provides Monarch Butterflies as well as a variety of other butterfly species to be released at weddings by guests and the wedding party. The Farm can provide anywhere from 15 butterflies upward to 200 and provides a keepsake envelope for the butterfly to be released from for a small additional fee.
(727) 381-1932
www.floridamonarch.com
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| Sunken Gardens |
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An exotic collection of more than 50,000 tropical plants and flowers including more than 200 species bloom year-round at the six-acre garden that includes a wedding lawn and a butterfly garden. The Oak Pavilion and the Butterfly Garden may be used for more intimate gatherings. The gardens are available 7 days a week from 9 a.m. to dusk.
1825 Fourth Street North
St. Petersburg, FL 33704
(727) 551-3100
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The Sun Pavilion, which enjoys a stunning view of Tampa Bay, is a multi-purpose room used for corporate meetings and parties, conferences, wedding receptions, pre-performance buffets, banquets and much more. The newly renovated room is 3,750 square-foot and can hold up to 500 people. For added flexibility, the room can be divided into 3 separate, smaller rooms. The house sound system is available, as is a food preparation/serving kitchen. Our event staff can will see to every detail of your event from start to finish.
400 First Street South
St. Petersburg, FL 33701
Email [email protected]
(727) 892-5716
www.stpete.org/pavilion.htm
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| Marriage License Information |
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A marriage license may be obtained Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court. Both parties of the intended marriage must come into the Clerk's Office. Each party must have valid photo identification such as a driver's license, state identification card, government or military identification card, or a passport. A social security number is required to obtain a marriage license. If either party is from a foreign country and not a U.S. citizen, alien registration documentation, or other proof that contains an alien registration number is acceptable to obtain a marriage license. Blood tests are not required to receive a marriage license. The marriage must be solemnized within 60 days of issuance of the marriage license. The ceremony can be performed anywhere in the State of Florida.
Recording Services Department
315 Court Street
Clearwater, FL 33756
(727) 464-4876
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