I attended a vow renewal at this venue and I was so stunned I had never heard of Lake Panasoffkee — it’s a delightful hidden treasure! The landscape was gorgeous, the outdoor ceremony location was classically beautiful overlooking the lake, the indoor reception area was welcoming and intimate, the in-house catering from their restaurant (Big Bass Grill) was delicious, and the bartenders definitely know how to pour a drink. I will definitely remember this venue for future parties!!

If I could leave a review with 0 zero stars, I would. However this one star is solely for a couple of the employees who worked their butts off. I was involved with a wedding just this past weekend here at Big Cypress, and please, do not ever book with this place for any event, if you value the memories you wish to create; because the owner of Big Cypress does not care whatsoever about you, your event, or your memories attached to your event. The wedding party was at Big Cypress for a few days before the wedding- setting up, organizing, etc. The day of the wedding, the party was even there and there were no issues. By the time the wedding was over, wedding guests and both parties are informed that the temperature in the hall is 86 degrees. 86 degrees. on a day that felt 100/100+ degrees. those days leading up to the big day, the AC was set at 73- beautiful and cool, so once again, no issues. Once the bride and groom started asking for updates, what the next steps should be, etc. They were unpleasantly and unprofessionally shown that their day did not matter, and the owner turned to verbal abuse and decided to blame the bride and groom for her negligence. Her employees were busting their butts trying to make the guests happy, but who is happy in an 86 degree room that was supposed to have cold AC? For 150 guests, a majority of the guests couldn't even eat due to being so miserable, and they left. Loved ones of the bride and groom tried their best to stick it out but ultimately couldn't. Picture spending your hard-earned money for the best day of your life, and your loved ones can't even enjoy the time promised to them and yourself. Ultimately because of this, the owner had the audacity to kick the bride and groom from their own reception despite having the building reserved until late that night. Imagine getting verbally accosted, shown complete lack of care, AND kicked out of your own reception. I hope that Big Cypress Weddings and Events never has a single event ever again. The owner had told the couple that she would be there to help make sure things ran smoothly, but instead, she is in Key West, most likely, having the time of her life while destroying the happiest time of someone else's life. The owner should not be a business owner, and should be wholeheartedly ashamed. I say again, if you value your special day, do yourself a massive favor and avoid Big Cypress. There are other locations that will treat you better than this place. its truly a shame.

I recently attended a reception at Big Cypress Weddings and Events, and I’ve never witnessed a more disappointing or poorly handled event — especially for something as meaningful as a wedding.
The indoor space was nearly 90 degrees, and the owner refused to do anything about it, even after multiple guests voiced concerns. Everyone was sweating and visibly uncomfortable — including the bride and groom. Family had traveled from all over to be there, only to sit in miserable heat for hour's
The DJ had no internet, which completely disrupted the reception. You would expect a venue to either have basic Wi-Fi access or at least help troubleshoot, but again, the owner offered no support or solutions.
What made everything worse was how the situation was handled. Instead of showing care or accountability, the owner became combative and ultimately had the bride and groom trespassed from their own wedding. I was in shock. That is something I never thought I’d see — and it’s beyond unacceptable.
This couple didn’t get the beautiful reception they deserved after all the planning, money, and love that went into this day. It was truly heartbreaking to witness. Please think twice before booking this venue. Big Cypress Weddings & Events completely failed them.