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SAY “I DO” T O A SARASOTA COUNTY WEDDING.
Wedding Guide
LONGBOAT KEY I ST.ARMANDS I LIDO KEY I SIESTA KEY I CASEY KEY VENICE I MANASOTA KEY I ENGLEWOOD I NORTH PORT
WeddingsSarasota.com WEDDING INSPIRATION
ongratulations! Planning a wedding is an exciting time and you have a lot of decisions to make. Visit Sarasota County is here to help you along the way as you prepare for your special day.
What is your wedding dream? Imagine white drapery and Spanish moss hanging from magnificent oak trees, with sunlight seeping through the endless branches — surrounded by gardens of pinkish- white roses. Or how about your toes crinkled in the sand, a fresh sea breeze lightly brushes by and the sun sets on a magical ceremony. Maybe it’s a historic church with big, red doors that open wide to the city where friends and family await, cheering you and your meant-to-be.
Every celebration should be worthy of the couple. In Sarasota County, that could be a simple, barefoot beach ceremony, a fantastical “I do” at historic mansions, a waterfront kayak matrimony or a fruit grove nuptial or center stage at a theater with the show all about you. There’s something special to match the occasion, for whatever way the bride and groom might choose to celebrate.
Use our Visit Sarasota County wedding guide as a tool to plan your wedding your way. The following content includes venues, hotels, wedding services and much more. When you are ready, our team is here to help assist you in finding the venue and vendors to fit your budget, hotel room blocks for your guests and wedding party and visitor information for your guests, making the entire event the perfect expression of the love between you and your partner. CONTENTS
♥ Say Yes to Sarasota Weddings ...... 2
♥ Getting Here ...... 3
♥ Licensed to Wed in Sarasota County ...... 4-5
♥ How Visit Sarasota County Can Help ...... 6
♥ Accommodations ...... 7-13
♥ Unique Venues...... 14-23
♥ Catering...... 24-25
♥ Wedding Essentials ...... 26-31
♥ Important Notes, Thoughts & To Do’s...... 32
FRONT COVER PHOTO: JACQUELYN MARIE PHOTOGRAPHY
BACK COVER PHOTO: TIGER LILY FLOWERS AND ANTIQUES SAY YES TO SARASOTA WEDDINGS
hite-washed shores featuring turquoise waters and blue skies. Green canopies of tall palm trees, magnificent live oak and coastal mangroves. Best of all, stunning sunsets over a calm Gulf Coast. Sarasota County is the perfect recipe for a destination wedding.
Featuring 35 miles of coastline, 8+ vibrant shopping and dining districts, outstanding waterfront resorts and cozy private rental homes, easy access to the Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport, and a small-town charm metropolitans dream of, there’s nothing Sarasota can’t accommodate.
Known for its great beaches as well as its amazing arts and culture, you can let your personalities shine through with a wedding venue as unique as the two of you. Say “I Do” on award winning beaches, host an elegant soiree surrounded by replicas of ancient statuary at the Ringling Museum, or choose an all-natural ceremony in the lush wild splendor of Myakka River State Park.
Whether you’re beginning a new life together or renewing your vows, you’ll discover that Sarasota County provides the perfect backdrop for your wedding or honeymoon love story. The sta° at Visit Sarasota County is here to make your once-in-a-lifetime event a memory to last a lifetime!
Thank you for your interest in Sarasota County as the setting for your special day!
Contact us for more details on a Sarasota Wedding at 941-955-0991 x122 or visit us at WeddingsSarasota.com
2 WeddingsSarasota.com GETTING H E RE
entrally located on the Gulf Coast of Florida, Sarasota Orlando County is serviced Tampa by Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport and located
Miami off Interstate 75 (I-75). It is easily accessible whether you are driving or flying.
Driving distances & times from nearby Florida destinations
› Tampa ...... 60 miles via I-75 South, 1 hour › Fort Myers ...... 75 miles via I-75 North, 1.5 hours › Orlando ...... 131 miles via I-4 West & I-75 South, 2 hours › Miami ...... 230 miles via I-75 North, 3 hours › Jacksonville...... 252 miles via I-75 South, 4 hours › Tallahassee...... 329 miles via I-10 and I-75 South, 5 hours
Major access roads
Interstate I-75 (North-South) and US Highway 41 (North-South)
Airport information
Sarasota-Bradenton Airport (SRQ) Additional Airports
› 5 miles from downtown Sarasota › St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE) – 45 miles North, 1 hour › Air Canada, Allegiant Air, American, Delta, Elite Airways, Jet Blue and United › Tampa International Airport (TPA) – 55 miles North, 1 hour › Year Round Non-Stop Destinations: Atlanta; Charlotte; Indianapolis; New York › Punta Gorda Airport (PGD) – 60 miles City; Newark; Pittsburgh; Washington D.C. South, 1 hour
› Seasonal Non-Stop Destinations: › Southwest FL International Airport (RSW) – Boston; Cincinnati; Detroit; Portland, 90 miles South, 1.5 hours Maine; Toronto; Westchester/White Plains
Sarasota Beaches & Beyond Wedding Guide 3 LICENSED TO WED IN SARASOTA COUNTY TIGER LILYTIGER FLOWERS AND ANTIQUES
♥ Sarasota County welcomes and n order recognizes marriages of all couples. to ensure your wedding ♥ To obtain a marriage license, apply goes off in person or at self-service kiosks without a hitch, at the Clerk of Court. There are two here is important locations to serve you: 2000 Main information for Street, Sarasota or 4000 S. Tamiami before and after Trail, Venice. Hours of operation your wedding day. are Monday – Friday from 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.. Fees apply. For more information visit www.SarasotaClerk.com.
4 WeddingsSarasota.com ♥ Bring Driver License, Passport or ♥ The executed license must be returned state-issued Identification card. Proof within 10 days to the county in which it was of marriage end date is required for issued. You will receive a certified copy of previously married applicant(s). the marriage certificate needed for proof of marriage for name change or legal purposes. ♥ Both applicants must be 18 years of age to apply without parental consent. ♥ Marriage licenses recorded in Sarasota County can be viewed on SarasotaClerk. › If either applicant is under 18 years com/O˛cial records. You may print of age, but at least 16 years, a birth uncertified copies for free from your certificate and proof of identification own computer. Certified copies can is required a well as a notarized be obtained from the Clerk’s Public written consent of the parents or Records Department. If your marriage guardian. Consent forms are available license was issued in another county at the Clerk’s o˛ce. or state, you must search the records in › Applicants under 16 years of age that county or state. must obtain a determination from a County Court judge. ♥ The State of Florida is one of three states that authorize Notaries Public to o˛ciate ♥ A blood test is not required; Witnesses at weddings. are not required. ♥ If you choose to be married at the Courthouse, ♥ Marriage License fee is $86 in the State an additional $30 fee is required.
of Florida. The application fee will be › Ceremonies are performed by a reduced by $25 if a valid certificate of Deputy Clerk at the Historic Courtroom completion from a premarital course of the 1920’s Historic Courthouse conducted by a registered course in downtown Sarasota, Florida or by provider is furnished. the fountain at the R.L. Anderson Administration Center in Venice, Florida. ♥ Marriage licenses for non-Florida Ceremonies are performed Monday- residents are valid day of purchase. Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.. Florida residents are valid three days No appointment is necessary. after purchase. If 1 or both applicants voluntarily complete the State of ♥ Permits through Sarasota County Parks Florida-approved premarital provider & Rec are strongly recommended for course, the state waves the typical beachside weddings. This ensures three-day waiting period. the space you want for your special day. Siesta Beach weekend permit ♥ Marriage license is valid for sixty days fee: $75/hour (2 hr. minimum); Other from the application date and is valid in beach permits: $40/hour (no minimum). any county in the State of Florida. Purchase at 941.861.9930.
Sarasota Beaches & Beyond Wedding Guide 5 HOW VISIT SARASOTA COUNTY CAN HELP
isit Sarasota County looks forward to making your wedding vision a reality and we can make your planning process easier. Let us help you save time and effort, so you can focus on what s truly important.
Our complimentary services include:
Securing accommodation Recommend the experts: Provide welcome room blocks for you Whether you live in the bags and destination and your guests: area or are having a information for your From a range of private destination wedding, let us wedding guests: homes sleeping up to 25 make recommendations Your guests will want people, to urban downtown on anything you to make the most out hotels, to beachside luxury need for your big day. of their time in Sarasota resorts, our selection of Flowers? Invitations? County. Upon request, accommodations will please Transportation? VSC will provide your every preference. Tell us Photographers? Planners? visiting guests with your specific needs and we Check, check, check local maps and guides, will contact the appropriate and check! We have attraction information properties to check room the connections to the and coupons for some rates and availability to reputable and reliable of the most popular save you time. vendors you need. things to do.
We are here to answer any questions that you may have. Contact us at 941.955.0991 x122 or visit WeddingsSarasota.com.
6 WeddingsSarasota.com FEATURED ACCOMMODATIONS
Bentley’s Boutique Hotel 1660 S. Tamiami Trail, Osprey, FL 34229 941.966.2121 | BeachWeddingsSarasota.com
141 Guest Rooms
5 Suites
Capacity 100
♥ 3 unique properties in one
♥ Private beachfront on Casey Key
♥ Dining room with private outdoor patio
♥ Perfect for receptions, rehearsal dinners and more
Comfort Suites Sarasota-Siesta Key 5690 Honore Ave., Sarasota FL 34233 941.554.4475 | ComfortSuitesSarasota.com
97 Guest Rooms
97 Suites
Group Blocks Available
♥ All Suites Hotel with Group Block Discounts & Honeymoon Suite with jacuzzi.
♥ 6 Miles from Siesta Key Beach
♥ Outdoor Living with firepit & grill
♥ Intimate meeting space with various catering options (468 sqft.)
♥ Complimentary Hot Breakfast Bu°et
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Embassy Suites Sarasota 202 N. Tamiami Trail Sarasota, FL 34236 941.256.0190 | ESSarasota.EmbassySuitesByHilton.com
180 Guest Rooms
180 Suites
Capacity 10-200
♥ 9th floor dedicated to events
♥ Premium waterfront view
♥ Up to 150 people with banquet seating
Holiday Inn Lido Beach 233 Benjamin Franklin Dr., Sarasota, FL 34236 941.388.5555 | LidoBeachHI.com/weddings
135 Guest Rooms
4 Suites
Capacity 20-150
♥ White sand beach on Gulf of Mexico and exclusive Lido Key
♥ Dining Room with Panoramic Views
♥ Customizable spaces
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Holiday Inn Sarasota Bradenton 8009 15th St. East, Sarasota, FL 34243 941.355.9000 | SarasotaBradentonHotel.com
135 Guest Rooms
14 Suites
Capacity 100
♥ Closest full service hotel to Powel Crosley Estate and Ringling Museum
Hotel Venezia 425 US 41 By-Pass N., Venice, FL 34285 941.308.7700 | HotelVeneziaFL.com
146 Guest Rooms
18 Suites
Capacity 20-500
♥ Begin your Happily Ever After at Hotel Venezia!
♥ Trendy resort style hotel close to Venice Beach
♥ Customizable packages available
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Hyatt Regency Sarasota 1000 Boulevard of the Arts, Sarasota, FL 34236 941.953.1234 | Sarasota.Hyatt.com
294 Guest Rooms
12 Suites
Capacity 20-750
♥ Lagoon Style Pool
♥ Water views from all rooms
♥ Outdoor Wedding Terrace
♥ Waterfront Dining Currents Restaurant & Bar
Lido Beach Resort 700 Ben Franklin Dr. Sarasota, FL 34236 941.388.2161 | LidoBeachResort.com
223 Guest Rooms
56 Suites
Capacity 30-300
♥ Private white sand Sarasota beach
♥ Fresh and creative catering
♥ Stunning indoor and outdoor venues
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Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach 1540 Benjamin Franklin Dr., Lido Key, FL 34236 941.388.2181 | SandcastleLidoBeach.com
177 Guest Rooms
5 Suites
Capacity 35-180
♥ Private white sand Lido Key beach
♥ Unique indoor and outdoor venues
♥ Customizable packages and menus
The Resort at Longboat Key Club 220 Sands Point Rd., Longboat Key, FL 34228 941.383.8821 | LongboatKeyClub.com
223 Guest Rooms
198 Suites
Capacity 40-300
♥ Exclusive white sand beach
♥ In house wedding specialists
♥ Indoor and outdoor venues
♥ Award Winning Service
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The Westin Sarasota 100 Marina View Dr., Sarasota, FL 34236 941.217.4777 | WestinSarasota.com
240 Guest Rooms
15 Suites
Capacity 10-350
♥ Ballroom with high ceilings & chandeliers
♥ Rooftop with panoramic views
♥ Balcony suites with bay views
♥ Be pampered at our Spa
Zota Beach Resort 4711 Gulf of Mexico Dr., Longboat Key, FL 34228 941.282.2451 | ZotaBeachResort.com
187 Guest Rooms
30 Suites
Capacity 170-300
♥ Exclusive white sand beaches
♥ Stunning Ballroom
♥ Gulf-side event lawn
♥ Specialized wedding menus
12 WeddingsSarasota.com ------C,_ADDITIONAL____ ._4 ACCOMMODATIONS_____ ,_
Name Phone/Web Capacity
Aloft Sarasota 941.870.0900 1401 Ringling Boulevard, Sarasota FL 34236 AloftSarasota.com 40-80
Art Ovation Hotel 941.316.0808 1255 North Palm Avenue, Sarasota FL 34236 ArtOvationHotel.com 450
Country Inn & Suites 941.363.4000 5610 Manor Hill Lane, Bradenton FL 34203 CountryInns.com/bradentonfl 40
Courtyard by Marriott Bradenton Riverfront 941.747.3727 100 Riverfront Drive West, Bradenton FL 34205 Marriott.com/SRQBD 250
Courtyard by Marriott Sarasota University Park/ 941.360.2626 Lakewood Ranch Marriott.com/SRQBT 80 8305 Tourist Center Drive, University Park, FL 34201
Courtyard by Marriott Sarasota Bradenton Airport 941.355.3337 850 University Parkway, Sarasota FL 34234 Marriott.com/SRQCY 40
941.782.4400 Even Hotel Sarasota-Lakewood Ranch IHG.com/evenhotels/hotels/us/en/sarasota/ 6231 Lake Osprey Drive, Sarasota FL 34240 45-90 srqlo/hoteldetail
Hampton Inn & Suites Bayside Venice 941.488.5900 Hotel 881 Venetia Bay Boulevard, Venice FL 34292 HamptonInnVenice.com Rooms Only
Hampton Inn Sarasota I-75 Bee Ridge 941.371.1900 5995 Cattleridge Boulevard, Sarasota FL 34232 HamptonInnSarasota.com 80
Hilton Garden Inn Sarasota-Bradenton Airport 941.522.1100 8270 North Tamiami Trail, Sarasota FL 34243 HiltonGardenInnSarasota.com 100
Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Sarasota East 941.925.0631 Hotel 5730 Gantt Road, Sarasota FL 34233 IHG.com/holidayinnexpress/sarasotaeast Rooms Only
941.755.0055 Holiday Inn Express East Lakewood Ranch Hotel IHG.com/holidayinnexpress/hotels/us/en/ 5464 Lena Road, Bradenton, FL 34211 Rooms lakewood-ranch/srqbe/hoteldetail Only
Homewood Suites 941.365.7300 Hotel 3470 Fruitville Road, Sarasota FL 34237 Sarasota.HomewoodSuites.com Rooms Only
Hotel Indigo 941.487.3800 1223 Blvd of the Arts, Sarasota FL 34236 HotelIndigoSarasota.com 25
Hyatt Place Sarasota/Bradenton Airport 941.554.5800 Hotel 950 University Parkway, Sarasota FL 34234 SarasotaBradenton.Place.Hyatt.com Rooms Only
LaQuinta Inn & Suites 941.342.8778 5931 Commercial Way, Sarasota FL 34232 LQ.com 40
Residence Inn Sarasota Bradenton 941.358.1468 Hotel 1040 University Parkway, Sarasota FL 34234 Marriott.com/SRQRI Rooms Only
The Ritz Carlton, Sarasota 941.309.2000 1111 Ritz-Carlton Drive, Sarasota FL 34236 RitzCarlton.com/Sarasota 600
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Sarasota 941.358.3385 1020 University Parkway, Sarasota FL 34234 Marriott.com/SRQSH 50
Sarasota Beaches & Beyond Wedding Guide 13 UNIQUE VENUES
Bay Preserve at Osprey 400 Palmetto Ave., Osprey, FL 34229 941.918.2100 | ConservationFoundation.com
Capacity 60 inside to 285 outside
♥ Private waterfront estate
♥ Bayfront terrace and lawn
♥ Historic 1931 Burrows- Matson House
♥ Majestic oaks
The Bijou Café 1287 First St., Sarasota, FL 34236 941.366.8111 | BijouCafe.net
Capacity 30-40
♥ An award-winning restaurant in the heart of Sarasota’s Arts and Culture district since 1986.
♥ 2 Private dining rooms
♥ Courtyard for cocktails and passed hors d’ oeuvres
14 WeddingsSarasota.com UNIQUE VENUES
The Chart House 201 Gulf of Mexico Dr., Longboat Key, FL 34228 941.383.5593 | Chart-House.com/locations/longboat-key
Capacity 285
♥ Water front dining
♥ Fresh seafood, succulent steaks and impeccable service
♥ Unique dining atmosphere is the perfect setting for any occasion
Element: Modern Mediterranean Grill 1413 Main St., Sarasota FL 34236 941.724.8585 | ElementSRQ.com
Capacity 25-74+
♥ World class food from our Award-winning chef Nils Tarantik
♥ Private dining room or full buy out available
♥ Beautiful bar and patio space
♥ Complementary Covered Valet Parking
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Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar 200 Siesta Dr., Sarasota, FL 34239 941.358.9463 | FlemingsSteakHouse.com
Capacity 70
♥ 4 sophisticated and chic private dining rooms
♥ Dine from a la carte menu or preset menus
♥ Award wining wine list
♥ Minutes from Siesta key, The Ringling Museum and Downtown Sarasota
Historic Spanish Point 337 N. Tamiami Trail, Osprey FL 34229 941.966.5214 | HistoricSpanishPoint.org
Capacity 150
♥ Where people have been meeting for over 5,000 years
♥ Lush 30 acres o°ers a unique blend of both the present and the past
♥ Whether you are seeking an intimate ceremony or an elegant soiree with waterfront views, Spanish Point has something to o°er every bride
16 WeddingsSarasota.com UNIQUE VENUES
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens 900 S. Palm Ave., Sarasota, FL 34236 941.366.5731 | Selby.org
Capacity 300
♥ Outdoor beauty and elegant indoor space combine for the perfect wedding, from intimate to extravagant a°airs.
Marina Jack 2 Marina Plaza, Sarasota, FL 34236 941.365.4232 | MarinaJacks.com
Capacity 160
♥ Private event room for up to 160 guests
♥ Spectacular views of Sarasota Bay
♥ Marina Jack II Luxury vessel docked on site for up to 149 passengers in climate controlled comfort. ˝
Sarasota Beaches & Beyond Wedding Guide 17 UNIQUE VENUES
Michael’s On East 1212 East Ave. South, Sarasota, FL 34239 941.366.0007 | BestFood.com
Capacity 10-1000
♥ Wine Cellar & Tasting Room
♥ Timeless Ballroom & Atrium
♥ Restaurant Private Dining Room
♥ Award-Winning Caterer
Michael’s on the Bay at Selby Gardens 900 S. Palm Ave., Sarasota, FL 34236 941.366.0007 x238 | BestFood.com/selby-gardens
Capacity 300-500
♥ Premier Indoor Waterfront Ballroom
♥ Unparalleled Sunset Views
♥ Outdoor Balcony Overlooks Bay Lawn
18 WeddingsSarasota.com UNIQUE VENUES
Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium 1600 Ken Thompson Pkwy., Sarasota, FL 34236 941.388.4441 | Mote.org/venues
Capacity 400
♥ Breathtaking waterfront views
♥ Private access to Aquarium
♥ Tropical Florida-feel
♥ Unique atmosphere
Nathan Benderson Park 5851 Nathan Benderson Circle Sarasota, FL 34235 941.358.7275 | NathanBendersonPark.org
Capacity varies
♥ Perfect for indoor or outdoor events
♥ Steps away from area hotels
♥ Lakefront beach location, Open air plaza
♥ Rooftop views of downtown Sarasota
♥ Located conveniently o° I-75
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Sarasota Garden Club 1131 Blvd. of the Arts, Sarasota, FL 34236 941.955.0875 | SarasotaGardenClub.org
Capacity 150
♥ Tropical, natural, beautiful, versatile
♥ Proposals, engagement photos, showers, rehearsal parties, ceremonies, receptions
♥ 1.5 acres of exotic blossoms, mature trees and lawns
♥ Minutes from Downtown and the Sarasota Bayfront
The Francis 1289 N. Palm Ave., Sarasota, FL 34236 941.538.7330 x107 | Tableseide.com/Modern-events
Capacity 10-250
♥ Located in the heart of Downtown Sarasota with convenient parking in the Palm Avenue parking garage
♥ Customized, award winning menus
♥ Knowledgeable and friendly sta°
♥ “Day Of” Banquet Captain to assist with anything you may need
♥ Complimentary tasting
20 WeddingsSarasota.com UNIQUE VENUES
The Pavilion at Mixon Farms 2525 27th St. East, Bradenton, FL 34208 941.748.5829 x280 | ThePavilionatMixonFarms.com
Capacity 250+
♥ Covered Pavilion with roll down windows and twinkle lights
♥ Covered Gazeo on one of Florida’s largest koi ponds
♥ Lighted fountain, waterfall, 2 viewing docks
♥ Live stream cameras
♥ Farmhouse Inn for lodging and rehearsal dinner
The Ringling 5401 Bay Shore Rd., Sarasota, FL˜ 34243 941.359.5700 | Ringling.org
Capacity 800
♥ Two historic event spaces
♥ Bayfront water views
♥ Gallery access included with rental
Sarasota Beaches & Beyond Wedding Guide 21 UNIQUE VENUES
University Park Country Club 7671 The Park Boulevard, University Park, FL 34201 941.355.3888 | UniversityPark-FL.com
Capacity 150-200
♥ World- class location
♥ Lakeside & Golf Course Views
♥ Outdoor Ceremonies
♥ Impeccable service & style PIX360
22 WeddingsSarasota.com ADDITIONAL VENUES
Name Phone/Web Capacity
Centennial Park Gazebo 941.882.7397 200 West Venice Avenue, Venice FL 34285 VeniceGov.com Varies
Community Education Center 941.429.7275 4940 Pan American Boulevard, North Port, FL 34287 CityofNorthPort.com/rental 145
Crocker Memorial Church 941.364.9076 1260 12th Street, Sarasota FL 34236 Hsosc.com/weddings/ 120
Ed Smith Stadium 941.893.6301 2700 12th Street, Sarasota FL 34237 Orioles.com/Sarasota Varies
Edson Keith Mansion 941.861.5000 5500 South Tamiami Trail, Sarasota FL 34231 ScGov.net/parks 150
Englewood Event Center 941.270.3324 3069 South McCall Road, Englewood FL 34224 EnglewoodEventCenter.com 366
Garden of Five Senses 941.429.7275 4299 Pan American Boulevard, North Port, FL 34286 CityofNorthPort.com/rental Varies
Green Street Church 941.740.4510 416 West Green Street, Englewood FL 34223 LemonBayHistory.com 100
Maxine Barritt Park 941.861.7275 1800 Harbor Drive South, Venice FL 34285 ScGov.net/parks 150
Morgan Family Center at Butler Park 941.429.7275 6207 West Price Boulevard, North Port FL 34291 CityofNorthPort.com/rental 100
Myakka River State Park 941.361.6511 13208 State Road 72, Sarasota FL 34241 FloridaStateParks.org/MyakkaRiver Varies
Myakkahatchee Creek Environmental Park 941.861.5000 6968 Reisterstown Road, North Port, FL 34291 CityofNorthPort.com/rental Varies
Oscar Scherer State Park 941.483.5956 1843 South Tamiami Trail, Osprey, FL 34229 FloridaStateParks.org/OscarScherer 50
Sarasota Municipal Auditorium 941.954.4165 801 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34236 SRQAuditorium.com 1200
Sarasota Opera House 941.328.1300 61 North Pineapple Avenue, Sarasota FL 34236 SarasotaOpera.org 250
TPC Prestancia Golf & Social Club 941.922.2800 x4 4409 Tournament Players Club Drive, Sarasota FL 34238 TPCPrestancia.com 150
Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall 941.955.7676 777 North Tamiami Trail, Sarasota FL 34236 VanWezel.org 350
Venice Community Center 941.861.1380 326 Nokomis Avenue South, Venice FL 34285 ScGov.net/parks 800
West Blalock Park 941.882.7397 200 Turin Street, Venice, FL 34285 VeniceGov.com Varies
Sarasota Beaches & Beyond Wedding Guide 23 CATERING
Der Dutchman Catering @ Carlisle Inn 3727 Bahia Vista Street, Sarasota FL 34232 941.296.1343 | Dhgroup.com/inns/carlisle-inn-sarasota
♥ On or o°-site
♥ Near Siesta Beach
♥ Exceptional food
♥ Expert sta° works within budget
♥ Up to 320 guests
Mattison’s Catering Company 7275 S. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota FL 34231 941.921.3400 | Mattisons.com
♥ Full Service Catering
♥ Professional Experienced Sta°
♥ Globally Inspired, Locally Sourced Cuisine
♥ Approved at Premier Venues
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Modern Events 1235 N. Gulfstream Ave., Sarasota, FL 34236 941.538.7330 x.107 | Tableseide.com/modern.events
♥ Professional Event Coordinator to assist with details
♥ Customized, award winning menus
♥ Complimentary tasting
♥ Timely, attentive, and personalized service CHRISTINA MARIE ASTORE
Sarasota Beaches & Beyond Wedding Guide 25 WEDDING ESSENTIALS
Gulf Beach Weddings 6655 Gulf Blvd., St. Pete Beach, FL 33706 941.479.6039 | GulfBeachWeddings.com
Simple & a°ordable destination beach wedding package focusing on Siesta Key, Lido & Turtle Beach!
Kayaking SRQ Tours & Rentals 190 Taft Dr., Sarasota, FL 34236 941.799.1863 | KayakingSRQ.com
Welcome to Kayaking SRQ. It would be our pleasure to guide you through Sarasota’s hidden gem, the Mangrove Tunnels while searching for wild life. There are many di°erent birds along with Manatees and Dolphins that call the bay home. Let us show you our home, backyard, and passion for more than 40 years. From children to the more mature adult, we guarantee the time of your life.
26 WeddingsSarasota.com WEDDING ESSENTIALS
Nothing Bundt Cakes 5354 Fruitville Rd., Unit 6, Sarasota, FL 34243 941.552.8078 | NothingtBundtCakes.com
Our luscious cakes are made with the finest, premium ingredients, including fresh eggs, real butter and cream cheese.˝ Perfect for any occasion, our handcrafted recipes and inspired decorations celebrate special moments with a delightful charm and wit.˝ And with a taste this yummy, we can almost guarantee your cake won’t be around for long.˝ So, ‘Gather Round’ and enjoy!
PIX360 (Detlev Von Kessel Photography & Video) 2477 Stickney Point Rd., Unit 121B, Sarasota, FL 34231 941.321.8687 | SarasotaWeddingPhotographer.com
Capturing the day, you will never forget!
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RomanticVows.com Sarasota County 941.773.6336 | RomanticVows.com
RomanticVows.com professionally o˙ciates intimate beach ceremonies to grand a°airs. All faiths welcome.
O˙ciating at the location of your dreams! From beaches to backyards to country clubs and more. Each ceremony is created and custom written to reflect your love story. Couples from across the globe hire RomanticVows.com to o˙ciate here in Florida.
Sarasota Trolley 941.346.3115 | SarasotaTrolley.com
Let us make the ride special on your special day. Vintage open-air, gas-powered trolleys with wood interiors.
28 WeddingsSarasota.com WEDDING ESSENTIALS
Tiger Lily Flowers 1619 Desoto Rd., Sarasota, FL 34234 941.355.5661 | TigerLilyFlowers.com
Tiger Lily Flowers takes your vision, personality and desires to create an outstanding Wedding.˝
Weddings by JMF 239.410.1134 | Weddings.JessicaMarieFrancis.com
Full-service Wedding Photography & Design company with in-house editing & curated online albums.
♥ Elopements starting at $500
♥ Single Coverage starting at $1,500
♥ Double Coverage starting at $2,250
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Weddings of Sarasota 4411 Bee Ridge Rd., Suite 121, Sarasota, FL 34233 WeddingsOfSarasota.com
The Original Wedding & Event Planning Assoc. on the West Coast of Florida
♥ Local Experienced Professionals
Weddings of Venice 425 US 41 Bypass North, Venice FL 34285 941.308.7700 | Wovfl.com
You’ve dreamed about your wedding day, wanting everything perfect, everything to flow smoothly and your friends and family to have a great time. Let us enable you to turn your dreams into reality. Let us take the burden from you so you can relax and enjoy your special day. This is where the professionals at Weddings of Venice come in as we specialze in weddings. We are located in Venice, Florida just south of Sarasota.
30 WeddingsSarasota.com WEDDING ESSENTIALS
Write-On Sarasota 1423 1st St., Sarasota, FL 34236 941.953.2800 | WriteOnSarasota.com
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Sarasota Beaches & Beyond Wedding Guide 31 IMPORTANT NOTES, THOUGHTS & TO-DO’S
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