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Unique Venues without Accommodations
Ponce de Leon’s Fountain of Youth
Archaeological Park
The Fountain of Youth Archaeological Park is a 15-acre
waterfront historical site where St. Augustine, Florida began
in 1565. The lush, beautiful grounds feature a true sense
of history, great vistas, free-range peacocks, cannon and
weapons firing demonstrations by historical interpretive
staff, planetarium, blacksmith shop and so much more. A
covered events pavilion houses a changing room, catering
kitchen, and a large space for dancing and dining. The venue
features many intimate areas where any size event can be
accommodated, and there is plenty of parking for guests.
Capacity: 1,000
11 Magnolia Ave., St. Augustine, FL 32084
P: 904.829.3168
www.fountainofyouthflorida.com
Anastasia State Park
Features four miles of pristine beach, two pavilions and a
gazebo that can be rented for events. A concessionaire
is available for catering events of any size. In addition,
canoeing and kayaking can be provided for any occasion.
Capacity: Unlimited (4 miles of beach)
Parking 300 vehicles
1340 A A1A South, St. Augustine, FL 32080
P: 904.461.2000 / 904.461.2008
www.floridastateparks.org/anastasia
Hope Pavilion at St. Francis in the Field
An “Old Florida” nature sanctuary, ancient arch, secret garden
ceremony site, and rustic, barn style pavilion make this
unique venue a sought after space for weddings, corporate
events, music festivals, carnivals, camping, and team
building events. Enjoy nature and peaceful surroundings
with an elegant aura. Awarded WeddingWire’s Couples’
Choice Award in 2016!
Capacity: 1,000
895 Palm Valley Rd., Ponte Vedra, FL 32081
P: 904.615.2130
www.saintfrancisepiscopalchurch.org
St. Augustine Shrine Club
Saint Augustine Shrine Club is an attractive venue that has a
marvelous view of Moultrie Creek. The facility has a separate
dining area with a parquet dance floor, bar and an oversized
commercial kitchen. The 1500 square foot screened porch
with an attached deck overlooks Moultrie Creek. As an
off-site business location, the facility easily converts to a
classroom seating with audio visual equipment available.
Capacity: 600
250 Brainard Dr., St. Augustine, FL 32086
P: 904.794.1555
www.staugustineshrineclub.com
GTM Research Reserve
Recreational activities include fishing, kayaking, canoeing,
bird watching and much more. Hiking and biking are
popular along the more than nine miles of nature trails and
old service roads that wind through the hammock, scrub
and flatwoods in the interior portion of the GTM Reserve.
Capacity: 300
505 Guana River Rd., Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082
P: 904.823.4500
www.gtmnerr.org
Whitney Laboratory for Marine Bioscience
Located on the border of St. Johns and Flagler counties,
Whitney’s Center for Marine Studies offers 17,000 square-
feet of meeting space. The venue, situated on the
Intracoastal Waterway, is perfect for receptions, weddings,
seminars, meetings and retreats. It features an auditorium
that seats 272 people, full kitchen for caterers, exhibit area,
breakout rooms and more all in a breathtaking coastal
setting. Whitney Laboratory is a research institute of the
University of Florida.
Capacity: 275
9505 Oceanshore Blvd., St. Augustine, FL 32080
P: 904.461.4019
www.whitney.ufl.edu
Marsh Creek Country Club
Offers outstanding event services and amenities including
professional on-site coordination, a variety of menu choices,
experienced and professional staff, indoor and outdoor
seating, ample parking, and secure facilities. Wedding
receptions, rehearsal dinners, school functions, private
parties, employee mixers, holiday parties or annual events
can all be adequately accommodated.
Capacity: 250
169 Marshside Dr., St. Augustine, FL 32080
P: 904.461.1101 Ext. 234
www.marshcreek.com
The Corazon Cinema and Café
The Corazon Cinema and Cafe is one half cinema and one
half cafe, that services fresh sandwiches and salads while
you enjoy enthralling new art films. They host events weekly
within the community that help promote wonderful groups
and projects, such as showcases with the Florida School
of the Deaf and Blind and the Environmental Services, Inc.
Guests can have pivotal discussions, garner support, watch a
special film, and order Corazon catering.
Capacity: 210
36 Granada St., St. Augustine, FL 32084
P: 904.679.5736
www.corazoncinemaandcafe.com