Ocala Wedding Venues: 3 Favorites From a Local Planner

Here in Central Florida is the Horse Capital of the World, known as Ocala, Florida. There are a number of different wedding venues here in Ocala that fit every budget. Today we are going to take a look at a few of our favorite venues that cater to those couples that enjoy the finer details when thinking about their wedding day.

Golden Ocala Golf and Equestrian Club is a venue for those that desire to host their wedding weekend in a country club atmosphere. The clubhouse has a bridal suite, grooms suite, garden or front lawn ceremony areas, an extensive lobby area for cocktail hour, a gorgeous ballroom for the reception, and a beautiful veranda for the evening dance party overlooking the garden and golf course. Want to make a full weekend out of it you can book the pool area to host your rehearsal dinner and welcome cocktail party. Housing is available to rent within the community as well, so that your entire wedding party, family, and friends can enjoy each other’s company the entire wedding weekend.

Front Lawn Weddings offer majestic photography | Photo by: Maudie Lucas Photography

The White Room and The Governor’s Room – space for bride and groom to get ready | Photo by: Maudie Lucas Photography

Exquisite Garden Ceremony Space | Photo by: Catherine Coons Photography

World Equestrian Center offers endless opportunities for ceremony, cocktail, and reception space. There is a charming formal chapel on site that can hold up to 125 for your ceremony. If you are looking for an outdoor ceremony area, behind the chapel is a gorgeous tree-covered space, or look no further than the Rose Garden which is located directly next to the Equestrian Hotel. Cocktail Hour and Reception space opportunities are endless. The Paris Room is an elegant gold and black room where you can host your cocktail hour that can spill out onto the Paris Terrace, followed by your reception on the Stirrups Terrace that overlooks the grand arena. You also rent one of the mezzanine levels inside each indoor arena, as well as one of the expo centers. With onsite hotel accommodations, restaurants, shops, and close to local attractions you can not go wrong with a World Equestrian Wedding.

Chapel Ceremony | Photo by: Eighteenth Hour Photography

The Paris Room, Stirrups Terrace and Grand Arena Backdrop are exquisite | Photos by: Eighteenth Hour Photography

Maybe you are looking for a barn venue to host your wedding day. Look no further than Protea Weddings and Events. This modern, historic barn is a beautiful location for couples that want the look and feel of a barn, but want upscale elements incorporated. This white barn has a gorgeous facade and it is only complimented more by the beautiful interior. The bridal suite is well stated with a place for the bride and her bridal party to get ready. The groom’s loft is a great place for the groom and groomsmen to play cards, hang out and relax. There are two different ceremony locations, under a gorgeous oak tree or in front of the water feature. The outside cocktail space holds a built-in bar, patio area, fire pit, and seating options for your guests to relax while you take pictures. The reception space has beautiful vaulted barn ceilings and beams. Whether you choose to leave the space blank or dress it up more with decor, if you are looking for a barn feel with rustic elegance, look no further than Protea Wedding and Events.

Protea Wedding and Events Barn | Photo by: Eleven Eleven Imagery

When you are looking for the finer details and amenities when hosting your wedding weekend event look no further than Golden Ocala Golf and Equestrian Club, The World Equestrian Center, or Protea Weddings and Events. The care that is taken to ensure your every moment is catered to is unsurpassed. Let Blessed Magnolia lead you through the planning process of hosting a grand wedding weekend at any of these beautiful locations.

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