Garden Club of Jacksonville

Set beside the St Johns River in Jacksonville's historic Riverside neighbourhood, the Garden Club of Jacksonville offers indoor and outdoor spaces for weddings, corporate gatherings, fundraisers and private celebrations. Organisers can choose a room to suit the scale and style of their event, with riverfront surroundings and a leafy courtyard adding a distinctive setting.

The Grand Ballroom accommodates up to 350 guests for dining or 500 in a theatre-style layout. Its stage can be used for ceremonies, presentations or performances, while floor-to-ceiling windows look towards the courtyard and river. A large catering kitchen gives hired food vendors room to work. For a smaller gathering, the historic Club Room seats up to 50 for dining or 80 in theatre style, and has a separate kitchen and a screen-equipped smart TV. The Courtyard, with its greenery, fountain and river views, can host an outdoor ceremony or drinks reception, or be added to an indoor booking.

The venue welcomes a broad range of occasions, from wedding ceremonies and receptions to galas, business meetings, proms, showers and celebrations of life. Rental packages include tables and chairs, with additional event items such as a stage platform, ceremony arch, backdrop and ballroom projector available to hire. Clients may bring their own insured suppliers, including caterers, decorators and entertainment, or ask for recommendations. Venue staff work with organisers on room layouts, a floor plan and event timing, and can help plan an indoor alternative if outdoor weather changes. On-site parking and nearby overflow parking are available. Rental income also supports the Garden Club's educational and community programmes.