An amazing new facility that seems to address the general needs of a wide range of events!
Maximum capacity in the second level ballroom over-looking picturesque Boca Ciega Bay is 200 with dance floor. Located within the St. Pete Beach Community Center complex, the ballroom boasts subdued lighting, a neutral color scheme, and a very reasonable cost compared to hotels and resorts nearby.
The City of St. Pete Beach is considering a change in allowing client alchol to be served at events and it may have to be purchased and served by a licensed bar catering service.
It averages out to be around $2750 for an
8 hour block of time which includes a refundable $500 security deposit for 100 guests with set-up, event, and breakdown time. If you are holding your wedding there, it is suggested you book a 10-hour block of time for $3250.00 You may need to rent another 50 chairs for the ceremony as the facility only has 50 available for outdoor use.
Call Catering By Robert for a sample facility cost breakdown (813) 960-7092.
Waterfront
Clearwater Rec Center
Operated by the City of Clearwater Beach, this is one of the few true waterfront event locations in Pinellas County that allows outside catering AND outside alcohol.
This is one of the most reasonably priced bayfront locations along the West Coast of Florida.
For that reason it gets booked quickly. For an average cost of $1500" on a Saturday you get up to 190 white resin padded folding chairs, 18 round tables, and 18 long tables, a hall monitor, and nine hours of continuous set-up time, event time, and breakdown.
Their staff also sets up and tears down and cleans the building. If you are a Clearwater resident, you save 10%.
Its large windows that look out on the intercoastal waterway offers that fabulous waterfront view so many brides and grooms treasure for their wedding day.
Since there is no gazebo or arch in place, you will have to rent ceremony decor and return chairs back indoors for guest table seating.
An outdoor deck is the perfect place for a cocktail hour or late evening cigar / martini bar.
THE DOWNSIDE:
This is truly a recreation center. The main entrance has unsightly bulletin boards and community brochures. If you are not having guests enter from the lawn side of the building, we suggest you drape entry walls or rent screens to hide "first impression" area.
Inside the main room the walls are stark white and need some personality.
There are indoor office windows and storage room doors that need to be hidden as well. With such a reasonable rental price, budget in at least $500 for uplit palm trees, wall curtains, or ceiling swags.
Venue Specifics:
Clearwater Rec Center
69 Bay Esplanade
Clearwater, FL 33767
(727) 462-6138
Web Site:
www.clearwater-fl.com/gov/depts
Tampa Bay Venues
Great FINDS for A Variety of Special Events
Tucked away on the Pinellas Bayway toward Fort DeSoto Park in Tierra Verde, look for the distinctive lighthouse atop the blue stilt building. You will find the Tampa Bay Watch clubhouse on your right, JUST before the last toll plaza.
Sunsets, gentle breezes, and even a dock for a dramatic bride and groom entrance via boat, are just few of the reasons Tampa Bay Watch is a Tampa Bay Hidden Treasure.
Outside alcohol is permitted with proper liability insurance. The spacious grassy lawn provides the perfect setting for an outdoor wedding which can be moved under the buidling or on the deck level if necessary.
The second-floor banquet room accommodates up to 100 guests comfortably with a medium sized dance area. Bamboo flooring offers a rich texture to the setting and there's plenty of waterfront views through large picture windows on two sides. You can expand the guest count to 160 by seating some guests on the deck.
TBW has round and long tables with beautiful natural wood folding chairs. The adjoining classroom area is a must for a catering prep and storage area.
The cost is $4500 which now includes tables and chairs. Valet service is required for larger groups. Only minutes from St. Pete Beach and plenty of accommodations including The Don. If a beach wedding is what you crave, Ft. DeSoto Park beaches are just minutes away.
THE DOWNSIDE:
Because it is waterfront, all events must end prior to 10 p.m. But there is still plenty of sunset available with the right event start time. No indirect lighting in main room. Suggest hanging LED lanterns.
No on-site cooking including action stations is allowed. You can only utilize their tables and chairs INDOORS because they have special padding on the legs to keep the floors from being scratched.
Always be mindful of windy conditions at TBW especially because of its second floor location.
Tampa Bay Watch
How to Make the Most of this Venue:
Hold your ceremony on the plaza or grassy area adjacent to the bay.
Utilize the outdoor terrace for bar and social area.
Plenty of smaller rooms for pre-wedding primping.
BRING YOUR OWN ALCOHOL! This will save you thousands of dollars over holding your event at hotel.
Venue Specifics:
Tampa Bay Watch
3000 Pinellas Bayway S.
Tierra Verde, FL 33715
Telephone: 727-867-8166
Boca Ciega Ballroom
at the St. Petersburg Beach
Community Center Complex
How to Make the Most of this Venue:
Start your event in late afternoon and take
advantage of sunset LATER for posed pictures.
Consider focussing larger events on the lawn and under the building with multiple food stations under tents or canopies.
Viewing between
9 a.m. and 8 p.m. Monday - Friday
Office not open on Saturdays or Sundays
FOR MORE INFORMATION:
Call Kelly Poole at
(727) 363-9245
Create your own waterfront fantasy . . .
Do you have access to a waterfront or spacious pool home with a large outdoor entertaining area here in Tampa Bay?
Let Catering by Robert help you create that special setting through its full planning services. We can help you with the rentals of chairs, tables, dance floors, and tents, your logistics, decor, and lighting.
An on-site tent with air conditioning, flooring, and full services can make your dream location comfortable and beautiful for your special dayl
