Big Day Savings: 12 Amazingly Affordable Tampa Bay Wedding Venues

Tampa may be a hot wedding destination, but it's still home to plenty of affordable wedding venues. We’ve included our favorite spots that offer champagne style on a beer budget, and also deliver when it comes to stunning vistas and great amenities. (You can thank us later!)


Wishing Well Barn

Plant City, FL

Fab Features: rustic-chic cattle ranch and historic barn bounded by blueberry fields • exchange vows pondside under Spanish moss-draped trees, then dine and dance under twinkle lights on the barn's patio • generous packages include everything you need, from catering and s'mores to photography and DJ services (and gratuity!)

Catering: Preferred list, BYO
Price: $ • $$ • $$$
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Ever After Farms | Flower

Seffner, FL

Fab Features: modern white barn with a white interior, tasteful décor, and plenty of natural light • dreamy ceremony site surrounded by panoramic views of lush greenery and bright blooms • affordable and inclusive pricing packages ensure easy planning and exceptional flexibility

Catering: BYO
Price: $ • $$
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Armature Works

Tampa, FL

Fab Features: cool, mixed-use industrial-chic building boasting stunning views of the Hillsborough River and downtown skyline • interior is designed with a wood truss loft ceiling, shiplap, and exposed brick walls • al fresco receptions in the courtyard beneath stringed market lights

Catering: In-house, Preferred list
Price: $ • $$
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Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa Downtown Convention Center

Tampa, FL

Fab Features: full-service, all-suite hotel perfectly placed next to the Riverwalk • outdoor events in a palm-studded courtyard, with multiple light-flooded, flexible, and modern ballrooms that can accommodate various guest counts • delectable in-house menus crafted by talented chefs with experience catering to various dietary preferences and needs

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$ • $$$
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The Osprey View

Thonotosassa, FL

Fab Features: tranquil 9-acre retreat set along Lake Thonotosassa • say "I do" beneath an ancient oak backed by the vineyard's lush vines, followed by a breezy reception on the expansive covered patio • welcoming accommodations in the attached farmhouse, which exemplifies "old Florida" design along with plenty of modern amenities

Catering: Preferred list, BYO
Price: $$
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The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature

Bradenton, FL

Fab Features: the largest natural history museum on the Gulf Coast, blending vintage and modern architecture • celebrate under the stars in the charming Spanish-style Courtyard, or "party among the planets" in the sleek Planetarium lobby and theater • the Boardroom offers a glass-walled view of the peaceful manatees

Catering: Preferred list
Price: $ • $$
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Darby Farm

Dade City, FL

Fab Features: dairy barn-turned-contemporary chic event space, outfitted with white ceilings, warm wood and rustic stone accents, and two plush dressing suites • al fresco celebrations on the gracious grounds, with ceremonies alongside the babbling creek and receptions on the tree-shaded grounds • snap one-of-a-kind images with the friendly Highland cattle, miniature goats, and donkey!

Catering: BYO
Price: $ • $$
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Uliana Estate

Lakeland, FL

Fab Features: a full-service wedding and event venue serving the Lakeland area • hold your romantic outdoor ceremony beneath the lush, towering trees • dance the night away in the beautiful reception space with abundant natural light and gorgeous wood floors

Catering: Preferred list, BYO
Price: $ • $$
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Countryside Country Club

Clearwater, FL

Fab Features: picture-perfect country club with expansive green fairways dotted with palm trees and sparkling water features • elegant ballroom outfitted with glowing chandeliers hanging from the exposed-beam ceiling • pre-wedding pampering at the on-site spa

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$
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The Sparrow Barn

Lithia, FL

Fab Features: a rustic, family-run venue featuring a stunning hand-built barn • celebrate your special day in the enclosed barn surrounded by mossy oak trees and enhanced with beautiful chandeliers • plan your event with easy with the help of their dedicated team that will go above and beyond to create the experience you’ve been dreaming of

Catering: BYO
Price: $ • $$
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King’s Crossing Barn & Farm

Arcadia, FL

Fab Features: serene, family-run working farm • the grounds boast lush meadows, seasonal wildflowers, mature trees, a tranquil pond, and, at its heart, a modern farmhouse-inspired barn • the interior is designed with a 28-foot vaulted ceiling, crystal chandeliers, and an adjacent covered cocktail pavilion

Catering: Preferred list
Price: $ • $$ • $$$
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Yacht StarShip

Tampa, FL

Fab Features: luxurious yachts that can dock in Tampa, Clearwater, St. Petersburg, St. Pete Beach, Sarasota, or Tarpon Springs • multiple indoor and outdoor decks that can be used for ceremonies, cocktails, and receptions • sunset cruises with unparalleled views of Harbor Island, Davis Island, and the city skylines

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$
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