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Vows, Views, and a Perfect “I Do"
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Emerald Grande Wedding Venues

Let The Sparks Fly!

Forever begins on Florida’s sun-splashed Emerald Coast. At the Emerald Grande, the pure romance of the Panhandle sets the stage for extraordinary weddings. Whether you’re planning an intimate ceremony with a few friends and family or a gala celebration with a guest list to match, our luxurious waterfront hotel adds style and sophistication to every detail.

What Couples

Love Most

  • Indoor/outdoor ocean view event space
  • Luxurious suites with up to four bedrooms
  • Award-winning in-house catering
  • Experienced event planners
  • Welcome Receptions/Rehearsal Dinners
  • Group rates for spa, golf, and fishing
  • Bonfires on a private beach
  • Personalized Experience
  • Private yacht rental for up to 25 guests
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How We Amp Up the Romance

A Private Beach

After the ceremony, set sail for our private white sand beach to take sunset wedding portraits while your guests enjoy cocktail hour.

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How We Amp Up the Romance

Room For Everyone

Ranging in size from one to four bedrooms, our beautifully furnished suites make it easy to customize a room block to fit everyone on your guest list.

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How We Amp Up the Romance

A Fireworks Finale

Dreaming of a sky filled with fireworks on your big day? It’s easy (and free) when your wedding coincides with the regularly scheduled pyrotechnics at neighboring HarborWalk Village.

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Venues

Settings for Celebration

When it comes to planning the perfect wedding, we believe a beautiful setting is everything. After all, doesn’t every love story deserve a breathtaking and romantic backdrop?

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Catering

Toasts & Tastes

Our award-winning catering team crafts every Emerald Grande wedding menu, ensuring that each exquisite dish reflects their passion, creativity, and unwavering attention to detail.

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Location

Destination: Destin

Keep your wedding party and out-of-town guests entertained with countless activities on our sunny stretch of the Emerald Coast. From deep-sea fishing and championship golf to watersports and family-friendly adventure parks, there’s a little something for everyone here.

What Our Guests Are Saying

“Exceeded all expectations”

“Our wedding reception at the Emerald Grande in the Grande Ballroom exceeded all expectations. Emily, Annette, and Crystal are truly the dream team. Emily provided expert advice throughout the planning process, and Annette made the day go seamlessly. The food was incredible and received high praise from my New Orleans family, who loves a good meal. We cannot recommend this team and this wedding venue highly enough.”
-Tom and Emily Mason

“Perfect”

“From start to finish, my experience with The Emerald Grande was perfect! Working with Emily and Annette was so enjoyable! They answered all of my questions in a very timely manner and were always so happy to talk to me!”
-Kendall

“Beyond expectations!”

“On behalf of my family and those who came to the wedding - beyond expectations from set up, food, recommended vendors, coordinator and just overall. From the bottom of my heart, thank you for making their night one for the books!”
-Mark and Heather Haller

“Book Emerald Grande for your wedding - just do it.”

“The venue was absolutely gorgeous. The food was amazing. And Emily and Annette were the best planning coordinators and supporters you could ever ask for. I didn’t worry about a single thing. Everything went absolutely perfect with zero stress thanks to these two! Thank you so so much for everything!”
-Heather E

“The Emerald Grande was the perfect place for our perfect day.”

“While the views, the ballroom, the Captain’s Deck, food, and amenities for your wedding are all top- tier, it was the staff that really made everything perfect for us. Organized, professional, punctual, fun, and supportive. The Emerald Grande is amazing and worth every penny. The staff is world-class and undoubtedly the reason why we had ZERO hiccups on our wedding day.”
-Callaghan C

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