Clearwater Beach Weddings

Our Clearwater Beach Weddings are celebrated at Sand Key Beach Park!

Clearwater Beach is a world-renowned destination, celebrated for its breathtaking beach weddings and year-round sunshine. With its pristine sands, expansive shoreline, and lush vegetation, Clearwater stands out as one of the most sought-after locations within our 24 miles of stunning beaches. Since 2001, Weddings On a Whim has proudly orchestrated thousands of unforgettable Clearwater Beach Destination Weddings.

Our favorite spot? The serene and spacious Sand Key Beach Park. This hidden gem offers nine different access points, making it the largest beach access in the area. The park’s natural beauty, with its striking rocks, rich vegetation, and wide-open spaces, provides endless photo opportunities—perfect for intimate Florida elopements or grand celebrations with loved ones.

By choosing a public beach wedding at this expansive location, couples can avoid costly resort fees and guest minimums, offering more freedom and flexibility. While there are permit fees for public beach ceremonies, our All-Inclusive Beach Packages make planning a breeze. We offer a variety of beautiful arch options, including bamboo, driftwood, and birchwood, to complement your dream wedding setting.

Photo credit: Jerry Lukas

Avalon – Clearwater Beach

For accommodations, you’ll find the Sheraton Sand Key conveniently next door and the Clearwater Beach Marriott Suites just a stone’s throw away. Clearwater Beach’s bustling hotel row is only a 5–10 minute drive across the picturesque Sand Key Bridge.

Clearwater Beach isn’t just a wedding destination

it’s a vibrant experience

Locals and visitors alike flock to the area to enjoy its crystal-clear waters, warm sandy shores, and breathtaking Gulf Coast sunsets. Whether you’re into water sports, exploring the nearby Clearwater Marina, or enjoying a romantic dinner cruise reception, there’s something here for everyone. This pedestrian-friendly Gulf Coast paradise boasts tranquil breezes, delightful restaurants, charming hotels, unique shopping, lively entertainment, a fishing pier, and a fantastic warm climate year-round.

1060 Gulf Boulevard | Clearwater, FL 33767

Additional Information

Upon request: Our Wedding Concierge will provide you w/a list of local hotels, banquet halls & restaurants in the Clearwater Beach Weddings area. We also book dinner cruise receptions.

For more information regarding Clearwater Beach:
clearwaterbeach.com
myclearwater.com/info/about/geography/beaches.asp

Note: Public beach accesses are the most popular wedding location choice. Our Wedding Concierge will assist you to find the perfect public beach access nearest your lodging. Hotels will require the courtesy of asking their permission or scheduling with the facility for a fee.

More Details

In 2013 a USA Today readers poll voted Clearwater Beach Florida’s Best Beach. According to Guinness Book of World Records, Clearwater Beach, at 361 days, holds the record for the most days of continuous sunshine . Because it is the closest beach to Kissimmee & Orlando, Clearwater has often been called “Orlando’s Beach.” This 100 year old popular Florida beachside destination is the home of the Clearwater Marine Aquarium where stars Winter & Hope of the “Dolphin Tale” movie series live.

Source: Visit St. Pete Clearwater

Nearby

Nearby Florida beachfront wedding locations include: Sand Key Beach Park (2.4 miles) & Indian Rocks beach (7.9 miles), Indian Shores (9.8 miles)

Popular hang out’s nearest clearwater beach weddings Avalon street location are Frenchy’s and the Palm Pavilion restaurants. A few blocks away is local landmark fine dining Heilman’s Beachcomer Restaurant.

 

Statistics

Area: 5.5 miles
Population: 7,873
Distance from Tampa International Airport: 20 miles
Distance from St Pete/Clearwater Airport: 13 miles
Distance from Orlando: 2 hours

Palm Pavilion, Clearwater Beach

Palm Pavilion Clearwater Beach

No reservations, first come/first served.

Because of how the deck is configured and Fire Marshall rules, we are unable to move tables outside or inside.

We only have one table on that deck that can accommodate 9-12 people.

More than likely, large parties will be seated in our air-conditioned dining room due to the high demand for our deck seating.

www.PalmPavilion.com

18 Bay Esplanade, Clearwater Beach, FL 33767

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Clear Sky Beachside Cafe, Clearwater Beach

ClearSky Beachside Cafe, Clearwater Beach

Casual, friendly café a half block from the beach.

490 Mandalay Avenue, Clearwater Beach, FL 33767

727-442-3684

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Hielman's BeachComber, Clearwater Beach

Hielman’s BeachComber

Fine Dining Clearwater Beach Landmark Restaurant since 1946

447 Mandalay Avenue, Clearwater Beach, FL 33767

Ed Capen or Sherri Heilman  727-442-4144

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Island Way Grill, Clearwater Beach

Island Way Grill on Clearwater Beach

Fine Dining with separate spaces and water views.

Amber  727-461-6617

20 Island Way, Clearwater, FL 33767

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Wedding Reception, Restaurant Reception, Reception Planning, Waterfront Reception, Clearwater Beach Restaurants

Wedding Reception, Restaurant Reception, Reception Planning, Waterfront Reception, Clearwater Beach Restaurants

Marina Cantina, Clearwater Beach Marina

Marina Cantina

Dockside Mexican Cuisine with rooftop views

25 Causeway Boulevard, Clearwater Beach, FL 33767

727-443-1750

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Beautiful Sunset Weddings 

Sunset weddings start one hour prior to the sun hitting the horizon. This provides ample time for the ceremony, followed by the beautiful, colorful sunset photographs.

Our Wedding Packages

Enjoy the Journey!