The Venue sets-up the venue's tables and chairs inside the venue and on the waterfront deck based on the layout design we have created with you.  Break-down of the tables and chairs is provided at no charge by the in-house Planner/Manager and Venue.

FAQ 5 | Who is Responsible for Setting Up and Breaking Down Tables & Chairs? 

You are provided through the customized wedding planning portal with links to rental linens and other possibilities such as lounge station, ceremony chairs, gold and other reception chairs, arbors, and more.

FAQ 4 | Rentals

We provide 120 Black Chiavari Chairs used inside the venue, 20 guests tables, rolling cake table, 6 cocktail tables, 4 small guest tables which can be used for a sweet-heart table, 3 of the 8' tables, 2 of the 6'tables, 40' cocktail bar,  and 1 of the 8' table for DJ for our standard packages.

FAQ 3 | Tables & Chairs Included in the Rental Price?

You receive a planning process portal once booked in which you will find vetted vendors that we have worked with over and over during the last 15 years.  In order to ensure you receive the utmost care and attention on your big day, we ask that you work off these lists of curated professionals.  Our only vendor requirements are food catering, bar catering, and florist vendor.  

Destination Bride, Amy, says:  "Sandy went above and beyond to make it as easy as possible. She provided me with a list of preferred vendors. This was probably my favorite thing they provided, because it made choosing vendors extremely quick. Also, because they were work together so frequently, there was never any miscommunication about my wedding. Everything was very familiar and comfortable for all of my vendors, making it easy for me to plan a destination wedding." 

FAQ 2 | Required Vendors

HOW MUCH IS TO RENT PALAFOX WHARF WATERFRONT FOR MY WEDDING OR EVENT?  
Rental rates begin at $6,000, but they vary depending on the week you are hosting your event.   If you have 30 or less guests, we have a different pricing.  Please contact us to discuss pricing and add-on options.

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQ 6 | How much is it to reserve Palafox Wharf Waterfront? 

There is a 25% non-refundable payment of the base rental due at the time of booking along with a signed Reservation Agreement.

The remaining non-refundable payments are due monthly on a payment plan.  

Any and all payments made are nonrefundable upon receipt.

This is why hiring our in house planning or wedding management along with our exclusive list of vendors makes a world of difference.  Your catering company will ensure everything is maintained throughout the evening and cleaned up as it relates to food service at the end of your event.  Your in house planner or wedding manager will make sure that your personal items are gathered and loaded with whoever you have designated ahead of time.  

FAQ 7 | Who is Responsible for Clean Up After My Event?

FAQ 8 | How Many Hours Do I Get with my Rental?

Rental of the Venue includes 9 hours which is 1 hour Rehearsal, 3 hour load in on wedding day, 4 hours for actual event, and 1 hour load-out.  All events must conclude no later than 10:00 pm and an additional hour is allotted for caterer, vendor, and planner clean-up.  Additional set-up and event time can be purchased prior to event date.

Our booked clients have access to property for engagement, bridal, and anniversary photos (subject to availability and cannot interfere with other events).

We are lucky enough to be right across the street to New World Inn which offers a Bridal Suite and a Groom Suite.  Also, this quaint boutique hotel has 15 Guest Rooms.  One block from the Venue is a new Holiday Inn with 120 guest rooms, 12 of those rooms are Suites.  There are other Hotels close by including Hilton Garden Inn, Marriott Hotel, and Residence Inn.  Also there are numerous AirBNBs downtown for you and your guests to stay.  We find that clients and their families want to spend Rehearsal night, Wedding night, and a few days at their secured accommodations. 

FAQ 9 | Is there any Lodging Close to Palafox Wharf?

FAQ 10 | Is There Enough Parking for All of My Guests?

There is 100 parking spaces for the your guests one block from the venue.  This is a Public Parking area.  There is also a 30 parking space for your guests across the street in the next block.   We reserve 2 parking spaces in front of the venue for clients.  

FAQ 11 | What is the difference in Palafox Wharf Waterfront and other competitors?

Besides being downtown, waterfront, nationally recognize for its scenic view, couples have told us that Palafox Wharf has the more functional layout design.  With another venue, you may have to move your Dance Floor outside.  Palafox Wharf can seat more guests inside the Venue than some other Venues.  You and your guests may be away from the centrally located downtown area and have to travel to get to your after party, entertainment centers,  and accommodations with some other Venues.  Also, there were more Services provided with Palafox Wharf than other venues.  The venue is close to hotel accommodations, churches, eateries downtown, and entertainment centers, two outside spaces on the water, and help with planning which is crucial for busy couples.