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YOUR GUIDE TO PENSACOLA’S HOTTEST WEDDING VENUES

So, you’re going to do it. Settle down. Walk the aisle. Get hitched. Tie the knot. You’re getting married. Congrats! Now, where do you want to make those everlasting memories? More than just a chic backdrop, your wedding venue is the place you’ll associate with one of the best days of your life. From simple country settings to elegant ballrooms, we’ve put together this list of memorable venues in and around Pensacola.

Pensacola Museum Of Art

Location: Downtown Pensacola

Capacity: Up to 100 guests pensacolamuseum.org

Fountain Park

Location: Downtown Pensacola

Capacity: Up to 200 historicpensacola.org

Searching for a picturesque park to host your wedding? Try Fountain Park, located in the heart of downtown Pensacola and named for the three-tiered, seven-foot-tall Fleming Fountain donated to the park by the Fleming family. Engraved with a pictorial history of Pensacola, from the Blue Angels over the Naval Air Station to shrimp boats off of Fort Pickens, the fountain can serve as an interesting and beautiful center for any ceremony.

Paradise Beach Homes

Location: Pensacola Beach and Navarre Beach

Capacity: Up to 37 people per house paradisebeachhomes.com

Want to be surrounded by great art and modern decor? The Pensacola Museum of Art may serve as the perfect venue for you. With exhibits rotating out every two to three months and your choice of gallery for your wedding day, you can find almost anything for your wedding backdrop at the museum.

Portofino

Location: Pensacola Beach

Capacity: Up to 300 guests portofinoisland.com/weddings

Portofino Island Resort offers the perfect balance of elegance and natural beauty for unforgettable Pensacola Beach wedding receptions and events. Nestled along eight miles of protected seashore on Pensacola Beach, Portofino also offers several picturesque venue options complete with wedding planning services. The property also offers luxury accommodations along with a variety of indulgent onsite amenities that both you and your guests are sure to enjoy.

The beach is calling you, and Paradise Beach Homes can help you find a rental to host your wedding, serve as your honeymoon getaway or as a crash pad for when you take to the beach. Whether you just want the view of the horizon from a porch or are looking to get a little sand in your toes, you can find a house to fit your needs. Houses are as small as three bedrooms and up to 11 bedrooms to accommodate everyone in your wedding party.

Seville Quarter

Location: Downtown Pensacola

Capacity: Up to 1,000 guests sevillequarter.com

Located in the heart of the historic downtown Pensacola, Seville Quarter offers a world of choices all under one roof. The historic complex incorporates a multitude of full service venues, each unique and brimming with character. Always ready for a party, these versatile spaces offer couples a wide breadth of choice when celebrating their big day. The building can accommodate numerous guests for just about any size ceremony or wedding event. The historic building’s vintage chandeliers and exposed brickwork add a touch of elegance to the spacious on-site banquet hall. The venue staff is experienced and are there to assist with every last detail for your special day. They offer a number of services including rental of audio-visual equipment and coordination of outside vendors. The private events managers can also help couples to plan a custom menu.

Live Oak Plantation

Location: Beulah

Capacity: Up to 220 guests liveoakplantation.com

For those looking for rustic charm and perhaps a bit of grandeur for their wedding, Live Oak Plantation might be just the spot for your big day. Located 22-minutes from downtown Pensacola on a 22-acre lumber farm and pecan orchard-turned event space, the plantation has all the natural beauty and privacy you could want. With a huge selection of views on the plantation grounds, including the Cathedral of Live Oaks, Duck Island and, if it happens to rain, the Cotton House, you’re sure to find that magical spot to take your vows.

Court Of De Luna Event Space

Location: Downtown Pensacola

Capacity: Up to 400 guests deluna.com

Court of De Luna is a 25,000 squarefoot indoor/outdoor event space located in downtown Pensacola. This family-friendly event venue includes a breathtaking 1,000 square-foot bridal salon, a true vintage man cave with a regulation-sized pool table, ample outdoor couches and chairs, fire pits, a stage for live performances, a stone waterfall in the courtyard, outdoor fans with water misters as well as a number of outdoor lawn for guests to enjoy. Court of De Luna event staff offers complete planning services to cater to all of your event needs.

Palafox House

Location: Downtown Pensacola

Capacity: Up to 175 guests palafoxhouse.com

If modern flair in a historic location is what you are looking for, then the sleek and stylish Palafox House is a good fit for you. This 1912 historic building has a panoramic view of Palafox Street with high windows, exposed original brick walls and gorgeous chandeliers. Along with the main event space, there is an additional room with a built-in bar and reception area incluiding an adjacent kitchen for caterers. As a part of Great Southern Weddings, Palafox House also offers full-service wedding planning.

Museum Of Commerce

Location: Downtown Pensacola

Capacity: Up to 300 guests historicpensacola.org

Want something unique for your wedding venue? Try the Pensacola Museum of Commerce. Inside this brick turn-of-the-century warehouse is a reconstructed 1890s era streetscape complete with historic shops featuring toys, hardware, music, households and leather goods. An interesting collection of horse drawn buggies and an antique local trolley car are also part of this nostalgic recreation of yesteryear.

Old Christ Church

Location: Downtown Pensacola

Capacity: Up to 150 guests historicpensacola.org

As one of the oldest surviving Protestant church buildings in all of Florida, Old Christ Church has all the historic charm enhanced by careful preservation and renovations throughout the years. Pristine white on the outside, the church boasts a unique Norman-Gothic style with early stained glass windows for a very classic feel. With high wooden ceilings, the natural acoustics of the church will enhance any vocal or instrumental sounds and music for your wedding party to enjoy.

PERFECT PLAIN BREWING CO.

Location: Downtown Pensacola

Capacity: Up to 350 guests perfectplain.com

If you’re looking for a cool and laid-back downtown venue that captures the heart of Pensacola, look no further than Perfect Plain. This hip brewery offers an old Florida vibe and features 5 different event spaces within its sprawling complex of brewery, cocktail lounge and outdoor garden bar. Their private Grain House includes a bar, kitchen area and restrooms.

Sanders Beachcorinne Jones Resource Center

Location: Downtown Pensacola

Capacity: Up to 350 guests cityofpensacola.com/facilities

Looking for a beautiful location for a smaller budget? The Sanders Beach-Corinne Jones Resource Center boasts a spectacular view of Pensacola Bay and is located just west of historic downtown Pensacola. With a large ballroom, the center is able to host some of the largest private events in all of Pensacola.

5eleven Palafox

Location: Downtown Pensacola

Capacity: Up to 200 guests

5elevenpalafox.com

Housed in the former Trader Jon’s building with a view of Palafox Street, this historic space is a great spot for a downtown wedding. Its claim to fame is large windows allowing for beautiful natural lighting and a builtin bar, along with an adjacent kitchen space available for caterers to use. Need a bit more room for your party or looking for something outside? Relax in the courtyard and adjacent lawn that can be used during the event. 5eleven has a list of approved vendors, which can be found on their website.

Barkley House

Location: Downtown Pensacola

Capacity: Up to 200 guests historicpensacola.org

One of the oldest venues available in Pensacola is the beautiful high-house overlooking Pensacola Bay, Barkley House. As one of the most popular wedding venues in Pensacola, Barkley House knows how to do weddings, specifically southern Gulf Coast weddings. With vintage furniture and heart-pine flooring inside the house and a gorgeous view on the porch or on the lawn, this venue is a good choice for someone looking for a classic beach feel with less sand.

Holland Farms

Location: Milton

Capacity: Up to 200 guests hollandfarmsonline.com

Need something that is off the beaten path and away from the hustle and bustle of the city? Have your wedding on an actual working farm. Holland Farms offers all the natural beauty of the countryside with their Heaven’s Trail event barn. This venue is air conditioned, equipped with bathrooms and a kitchen with all the atmosphere of a big wooden barn. Although the barn has large windows and high ceilings for natural light, it also has chandeliers and electric lighting for any late night shindigs you have planned.

Oyster Bay Boutique Hotel

Location: Downtown Pensacola

Capacity: Up to 150 guests stayoysterbay.com

Trying to find the one perfect place for your entire wedding experience? Accommodate out of town guests, serve rehearsal dinner and host your wedding ceremony and reception all without ever leaving downtown Pensacola at the stunning Oyster Bay Boutique Hotel. With stunningly landscaped indoor and outdoor spaces which accommodate 10 to 150 people, the Oyster Bay Boutique Hotel is one of the most beautiful and flexible venues in all of downtown Pensacola. The elegant hotel offers sweeping views of Pensacola Bay, luxuriously appointed rooms and plenty of southern hospitality.

Sowell Farms

Location: Milton

Capacity: Up to 275 guests sowellfarms.com

Sowell Farms, a working farm located on 100 acres of land, also doubles as one of the most natural, rustic wedding locales in the Florida Panhandle. As a family-run farm, the hosts strive to treat every person as family, with all the southern hospitality and country charm included. If you need something indoors, Sowell Farms also has a converted barn that can serve as the center for your wedding, or you can take to the fields for the natural farm setting.

Pensacola Yacht Club

Location: Downtown Pensacola

Capacity: Up to 400 guests pensacolayachtclub.org

Nothing says Pensacola more than a beautiful scene overlooking the water, the smell of the salt water and a wonderful historic building. The Pensacola Yacht Club checks out on all those fronts as one of the premier venues in Pensacola. With space for a huge dance party reception or a small wedding ceremony and more than 100 years of experience hosting events, the Club will be able to provide for all your needs with southern hospitality.

EMERALD REPUBLIC BREWING CO.

Location: Downtown Pensacola

Capacity: Up to 99 guests emeraldrepublicbrewing.com

For the alternative couple, Emerald Republic Brewing Co. is the grown-up goth’s dream come true. Moody interiors feature local artwork that adorns the taproom walls while nostalgic rock playlists bring the inside of the bar to life. Plush velvet seating, arcade games, and a coffin for photo ops are all staples of Emerald Republic’s unique style and brand. The pet-friendly outdoor space features a stage, seating for large groups and food truck accommodations. Treat your guests to local brews while enjoying the openair beer garden that your pup can be a part of!

Odd Colony Brewing Company

Location: Downtown Pensacola

Capacity: Up to 100 guests oddcolony.com

Located on Palafox Street, Odd Colony embodies the farmhouse aesthetic while championing alternative art and design. A favorite of locals for its seasonal beers, Odd Colony hosts numerous events including comedy shows, makers markets, and most recently, weddings. Gather your loved ones for an unforgettable experience that combines the rustic appeal of historic architecture with the immersion of downtown’s vibrant nightlife. Located just a block away from Solé Inn and Suites, your guests can enjoy the celebrated beer menu just minutes away from their accommodations.

SUPPOSEY WAREHOUSE & GARDENS

Location: Downtown Pensacola

Capacity: Up to 400 guests supposeyvenue.com

Supposey Warehouse & Gardens make a name for themselves with stunning floral arrangements and grand, creative wedding designs, rentals, planning and more. Now the creative powerhouse has added a wedding venue big enough to make all your bridal dreams come true. The venue is a restored historic mill warehouse in downtown Pensacola offering more than 5,500 square feet of historic space. The warehouse features exposed wood beams and a stunning 26-foot tall vaulted ceiling, natural skylights, and antique chandeliers to make the space truly dreamy. Supposey provides tables, chairs, bar, dance floor and lighting. The adjoining gardens and courtyard boast an additional 4,000 square feet of natural beauty in a private tree-lined garden, with string lights, fountains, lush landscaping and olive trees–all bursting with southern charm.

Hellcat Hanger

Location: Westside Pensacola

Capacity: Up to 150 guests hellcathangar.com

Hellcat Hangar is sure to pique the interest of history, military, and music buffs’ alike. Over the years, Hellcat Hanger has been home to a military hangar, an Army surplus, a movie theater, and now it is the premier production studio in Northwest Florida. Hellcat Hangar also makes an excellent event space, offering 4,000 square feet of interior space and additional 2,000 square feet of outdoor space. Other amenities include a state of the art sound system, a jumbotron and live streaming capabilities. If you’re looking for a hip, high-tech, streaming-friendly wedding venue, Hellcat might just be for you. New and unique to Hellcat is a flight simulator to honor the location’s history and entertain guests.

PENSACOLA LITTLE THEATRE/THE CENTER

Location: Downtown Pensacola

Capacity: Varies pensacolalittletheatre.com

Housed in the historic landmark building that was once the Escambia County Court of Records and Jail, the Pensacola Little Theatre and its home, the Pensacola Cultural center, hold a special place in the hearts of the Pensacola community. With rental spaces in the theatre, atrium, courtroom, gallery, and board room, the Little Theatre is the perfect place to host your big day. Stay tuned for upcoming renovations that will add a rooftop space–perfect for engagements and receptions.

GATHER AT ALYSSA’S

Location: Pace

Capacity: Up to 75 guests gatheratalyssas.com

If you’re looking for a small, intimate, custom space, look no further than Gather at Alyssa’s. The beloved Pace retailer has recently added a new event space with tables and seating, a warming oven, refrigerator and freezer and farmhouse sink to accommodate professional catering or self-prepared food and drink for just about any type of occasion. Alyssa’s also provides an additional service in which event specialists can help selecting custom decor to bring your vision for the space to life in “signature Alyssa’s style.”

The Pointe

Location: Gulf Breeze (Tiger Point)

Capacity: 200+ guests thepointegb.com

The newest addition to the Tiger Point Golf Club, The Pointe, is a picture perfect venue for weddings and reception. Nestled in a lush gulf coast setting in Gulf Breeze, The Pointe offers over 11,000 square feet of space with multiple venue options including the Soundside dining hall, an outdoor space under the oaks and a New Orleans inspired courtyard. A lovely powder room is also available for the bridal party. With panoramic views of the Gulf of Mexico, Santa Rosa Sound, and the manicured fairways of Tiger Point Golf Club, The Pointe offers a stunning backdrop for any event.

Pensacola Country Club

Location: West Pensacola

Capacity: Up to 185 guests

*Events must be sponsored by a member pensacolacountryclub.com

Since 1902, the timeless and romantic elegance of Pensacola Country Club has made this waterfront location a premiere venue for weddings on the Gulf Coast. A favorite among traditionalists, the Pensacola Country Club offers classic wedding vibes in the large banquet and event facility with views of both the golf course and Pensacola Bay. The Bayview Room can hold up to 300 guests and the grounds offer plenty of backdrops for gorgeous photos. Golf enthusiasts can even exchange vows under the oak tree at the 18th hole. A member of the club must sponsor all events.

Palafox Wharf

Location: Downtown Pensacola

Capacity: Up to 200 guests palafoxwharf.com

Originally built in 1880 as a shipping company while overlooking the sparkling water and the Pensacola harbor’s marina, the historic, elegant, and award-winning Palafox Wharf has the warmth and charm of a bygone era with touches of modern elements. Your guests will be able to mingle on the spacious green or admire the beautifully renovated interior that is both modern and timeless. The Palafox Wharf, with over 14 years of experience, offers you a change to wow your guests once more with a grand exit by boat.

Drift Modern Coastal Cuisine

Location: Pensacola Beach

Capacity: Varies driftpcola.com

Sitting atop the iconic Casino Beach Bar and Grill, the upscale Drift offers a sleek, modern design, breathtaking views of the Gulf of Mexico and the ability to host rehearsal dinners, weddings and receptions–all while soaking up the beach life.

Voices Of Pensacola

Location: Downtown Pensacola

Capacity: Up to 100 guests historicpensacola.org

Say “I do” on the New Orleans-inspired estate, the Orchards. With 72 acres of lush pecan trees, the estate offers you a dreamy setting for your special day. Whether you decide to have your ceremony in the stunning rotunda, romantic pergola, peaceful orchard, serene fountain, or under the beautiful wedding cross, you are sure to find the perfect spot. Celebrate with your loved ones in the elegant Oak Room and Glass hall reception areas, or one of the delightful courtyards with fountains and statues. All included with tables, chairs, and decor, you will have more time to enjoy with your loved ones.

The Venue At Hidden Falls

Location: Flomaton, AL

Capacity: Up to 200 guests thehiddenfalls.com

The Venue at Hidden Falls is perfect for a romantic getaway that stays close to home. Nestled on 11 acres of space that includes indoor and outdoor event options, an abundance of lawn space, a pond and a one-ofa-kind waterfall, your wedding will be sure to woo. Can’t choose between an indoor or outdoor ceremony? The Venue at Hidden Falls boasts options of all coverage for your wedding. The Chapel–an open-air pavilion or the Manor–a heated and cooled reception hall. The Venue at Hidden Falls makes your celebration even smoother with an on-property suite: the Cottage.

The Orchards Event Venue

Location: Molino, FL

Capacity: Up to 150 guests theorchardseventvenue.com

Say “I do” on the New Orleans-inspired estate, the Orchards. With 72 acres of lush pecan trees, the estate offers you a dreamy setting for your special day. Whether you decide to have your ceremony in the stunning rotunda, romantic pergola, peaceful orchard, serene fountain, or under the beautiful wedding cross, you are sure to find the perfect spot. Celebrate with your loved ones in the elegant Oak Room and Glass hall reception areas, or one of the delightful courtyards with fountains and statues. All included with tables, chairs, and decor, you will have more time to enjoy with your loved ones.

The Junction

Location: Downtown Pensacola

Capacity: Up to 200 guests thejunctionpensacola.com

Museum Plaza

Location: Downtown Pensacola

Capacity: Up to 400 guests historicpensacola.org

Let the award-winning park, Museum Plaza, with more than 13,000 squarefeet of event space located in the heart of Downtown Pensacola, set the stage for your wedding at this outdoor greenspace. Museum Plaza has an open-air center featuring a covered stage and seating area so you and your guests can experience your ceremony from the comfort of a covered area while the sea breeze cocoons the space.

Situated in the heart of downtown Pensacola adjacent to the historic Pensacola Saenger Theatre, The Junction is one of downtown’s newest event venues. This multipurpose event space boasts a modern feel with true historic charm. With more than 4,000-squarefeet of open indoor space, the venue can accommodate formal seated events as well as more intimate cocktail-style events. The venue also features multi-purpose outdoor spaces and lofts located directly above the venue perfect for overnight stays. With both indoor and outdoor venue space, The Junction offers offers multiple layouts and custom set-up options to help bring your vision to life for your special day.