top of page

siesta key beach weddings

wedding packages and locations on siesta key

Siesta Key Beach Wedding

Welcome to Siesta Key, the perfect destination for your wedding or elopement.  This barrier island off the southwest coast of Florida is famous for its white quartz sand and turquoise waters. With plenty of beachside amenities, shopping, resorts, dining, and nightlife, Siesta Key has something for everyone.

 

You and your family and friends will enjoy your entire stay on the island, not just you wedding day.  Explore the nearby museums, art, wildlife, circuses, opera, ballet, symphonies, theater, film festivals, botanical gardens, and baseball spring training for a complete experience.

Our all inclusive beach wedding packages are perfect for your Siesta Key destination wedding.  For example, we can suggest places for you to stay that will allow you to use the beach for your ceremony. Of course, you can use the public beaches too.  Permitting, reservations and approval vary depending on the location but don't worry, we know about all of that, so just ask us. 

If you are planning to elope or an amazing Fl destination wedding, we have the ideal beach wedding package for you. 

In this section you'll find:

 

 

We go above and beyond:

  • Obtain Siesta Key beach permits on your behalf

  • Provide you with beach maps

  • Vendor referrals (hair & make up, hotels, restaurants)

  • Have your marriage license sent to us instead of traveling with it

  • Last minute Siesta Key elopements 

  • Reservation day and time transfers 

  • Make changes to your wedding package at any time

Beach wedding at sunset

how to Plan your siesta key beach wedding

How do our destination wedding packages work? 

1. Shop Our Pre-Planned Beach Wedding Packages
Boca Grande Sunset Beach Wedding, FL

We offer a variety of destination beach wedding packages that are perfect for any location or beach venue in Florida. Our wedding ceremony packages range from simple and affordable options for just the two of you, to luxurious designs with fresh flowers and entertainment. You can choose one of our packages as is, or customize it by adding enhancements like longer beach photography time, video, or even live musicians. All of our affordable beach wedding packages can be considered elopement packages, as they cater to groups less than 50, however you can add as many chairs as you need plus reception services.  All of our Florida Beach Wedding packages are suitable for elopements, vow renewals, committment ceremonies or large scale beach weddings.

2. Select a Beach Wedding Location

What beaches can you get married on in Florida? Florida is home to some of the most beautiful beaches in the world and we have curated an extensive list of our favorite beaches that you can use. We've done the homework and scouting and have a beautiful line up of choices for your Florida Beach Wedding. You can select one of our favorite beaches to use for your destination wedding, or we can provide services at your rental, resort or any location you want. We are not limited to the beach wedding venues we have listed on our website. It's our pleasure to help guide you to the right beach for your wedding in FL, and help with permitting requirements, if applicable. Our packages do not include beach wedding permit fees but in most cases, we can obtain the permits on your behalf.

3. Check Availability & Reserve Your Date

Confirm our availability for your Florida Destination Wedding date and/or location by calling us or sending along an email. When you're ready to book your beach wedding simply submit your $195 non-refundable deposit. That will lock your Florida wedding date with Platinum Beach Weddings!! The deposit is deducted from your overall package price.

4. My Florida Beach Wedding is Booked...Now What?

Step 1. Confirmation and Service Agreement You will receive an email confirming your deposit and a second email to complete a service agreement. The agreements are completed electronically. You can download a copy after signing is complete. You will receive an email confirming receipt of the agreement with next steps. This is due back within 10 days of placing the deposit. Step 2. Complete planning documents Your celebration coordinator will send you package specific forms to complete such as the ceremony worksheet, photography worksheets and checklists. These are all due back no later than 14 days before your event. You can make changes up to this point as well by emailing us those changes. Step. 3 Review final check in and remit balance We will email you a final review of what we are providing. Once you confirm this, Platinum issues a final invoice and a meet and greet email connecting you with your vendors and a timeline. Step. 4. Wedding Day Try to visit the beach prior to your ceremony so that you are comfortable and know where to go on your wedding day. If you have a bridal party please share the itinerary we provide you so they know what to expect and where to be for your processional to reduce any delays. Remember to bring your rings and FL marriage license. We will see you there!

intimate and affordable siesta key elopement  Packages

siesta key wedding packages with seating  

designer collection siesta key wedding packages  

View Our Wedding Color Studio

Naples Sunset Wedding with custom wedding bouquet

Find the perfect wedding beach

We've compiled a list of our favorite Fl Wedding beaches on Siesta Key. Explore those beaches and choose your favorite Siesta Key Beach. We service the Tri-County area and have our favorite beach wedding locations listed.

Florida marriage license  Information

Hey there! If you're planning a beach wedding on Siesta Key, we've got some important info for you. You'll need to get your Florida Marriage license, but no worries, you can grab it at the local Clerk of Court or even through a license by mail service. Just make sure to bring it with you to your beach wedding and give it to your officiant before the ceremony. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to give us a call! We're always happy to help out.

Our favorite Siesta Key Wedding Beaches

Siesta Key Beach
900 Beach Rd, Siesta Key 

Our FAVORITE location in Sarasota FL for your beach wedding! Currently, there is a permit required at this location however Sarasota has designated wedding zones at this beach that are ideally located with walking access and close to the parking lots. We can obtain the permit for you or you may get it yourself. We prefer zone 1 or 3 here at Siesta Key.

This is by far the most impressive beach in the St Pete / Sarasota area.  It's recently undergone renovations and it is stunning.  This location is ideal for large beach weddings or small beach weddings in Sarasota.

Call Platinum Florida Wedding Company if you need help choosing the perfect beach wedding location or package.

Public Beach Access'
Sarasota FL

Depending on the size of your beach wedding, a permit may be required and can take up to 45 days to obtain.  

 

Our FAVORITE public access number is #9

Call Platinum for more information on these more private public beach accesses.

Lido Beach
161 John Ringling Blvd,  Sarasota
Siesta Key Beach Wedding Location Map

Lido's beaches are one of Sarasota's most interesting and varied waterfront locations. Lido Beach is a long stretch of white sand convenient to recreational facilities. Lido  beach extends to North Lido Park's long expanse of secluded rolling dunes, with paths 
leading from the beach to nature trails that wind through the park's tranquil pine forest.


PERMIT MAY BE REQUIRED FOR YOUR ELOPEMENT. 

We can include the permitting in our event contract or you may get it yourself. 

Call Platinum Florida Wedding Company if you need help choosing the perfect beach wedding location or package.

Turtle Beach
8862 Midnight Pass Rd Sarasota, FL 34242
turtle beach wedding pckage

Turtle beach in Sarasota County is a more rustic, less traveled beach than Siesta Key beach. If you are looking for more privacy while still staying on Siesta Key, this beach is perfect for your wedding.  There are close by reception locations as well!  There are many photo opportunities at this location as well. With bayside photos, foliage photos and of course sunset!


PERMIT is required. 

We can include the permitting in our event contract or you may get it yourself. 

Call Platinum Florida Wedding Company if you need help choosing the perfect beach wedding location or package.

 

Sarasota (Siesta Key - Lido Beach) Reception Locations

places to dine and host small reception dinners

If you are planning a destination wedding in Sarasota, then you are looking for the perfect wedding location that is close to your accommodations as well as a venue to host your reception or dinner.  Below are venues that our past clients have used and we've planned wedding receptions at.  Enjoy!

Ophelia's on the Bay

This venue is perfect for groups up to around 55 people. It's a fine dining waterfront experience.

Café Gabianno 

Just a short walk from the beautiful beaches of Sarasota, Café Gabbiano brings Italy to Siesta Key. It's serene, casual ambiance imitates that of the paradise surrounding it. With 4,000 square feet to spare, Café Gabbiano offers intimate, private dining in our wine rooms as well as comfortably cool, outdoor seating on our climate controlled patio.  Great setting for small groups up to 20 or less and larger groups. Visit their website to take a virtual tour and learn more.

Turtles Restaurant

Located across the street from Turtle Beach, it makes a convenient reception location if you are hosting your ceremony there.  It's also a short drive from the main beach on Siesta Key. Great waterfront dining on the bay side of the island. This venue can accommodate small groups or large groups! 

Tropical Breeze Resort

If you block out rooms to stay here, we can set up and provide everything you need for your outdoor courtyard reception on site.  The beach is only steps away from the resort where you can host your sunset sarasota beach ceremony.  All of our beach wedding packages are ideal for this location.  

Sarasota Destination Wedding

17

Years of Experience

3100+

Smiling  Clients

13

Beach Wedding Packages

75+

Locations We've Visited

Find the perfect wedding beach

We've compiled a list of our favorite Fl beaches to get married on. Explore other Fl beaches and choose your favorite!  From Sarasota to Fort Myers Beach or Captiva Island Beach.  We service the Tri-County area and have our favorite beach wedding locations listed.

Sarasota beach wedding packages with seating

luxury all Inclusive Sarasota beach wedding packages  

Getting Married in Sarasota:

 
  • Beautifully designed Florida beach weddings

  • The best beach wedding locations

  • Great year-round weather

  • Turquoise waters

  • Plenty of recreation and entertainment

 

Choose Platinum Beach Weddings:

  • Obtain beach permits on your behalf

  • Provide you with beach maps

  • Vendor referrals (hair & make up, hotels, restaurants)

  • Have your marriage license sent to us instead of traveling with it

  • Last minute elopements 

  • Reservation day and time transfers 

  • Make changes to your wedding package at any time

bottom of page