Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park is an aquarium wedding venue in Fort Walton Beach, Florida. You and your partner can hold an exotic celebration within the walls of the adventure park surrounded by tropical fish and azure water tanks. The backdrop of enthralling wildlife builds an inspiring atmosphere of both tranquility and awe, creating a memorable experience for you and your guests.

Facilities and Capacity

This unique facility provides various event location sites based on availablity and guest count.

Living Sea Aquarium Room: an indoor event space of 1,900 square feet for newlyweds and their loved ones to celebrate in. The venue allows couples to use the Living Sea room for four hours after 6pm, with the possibility of setup taking place earlier. The space features an eight-foot-high aquarium wall, keeping the exotic fish of the adventure park in full view of your guests. For those desiring additional entertainment, the facility also includes audiovisual equipment and an integrated sound system. Couples can display a personalized slideshow or play music of their choice to inspire their loved ones to dance. The venue also offers couples several other opportunities to observe its intriguing sea creatures, including an underwater viewing of the dolphin habitat. Furthermore, a number of round tables and folding chairs are available for a sumptuous banquet, accommodating a total of 112 seated guests.

Seal Harbor Beachfront Area: an oudoor space of approximately 1,600 square feet, which sits alongside our harbor Seal and Sea Turtle exhibits. Coupls and guests will enjoy breathtaking views of the beach, Gulf of Mexico, and Okaloosa Island fishing pier. This area is coined as a "beach wedding without the sand", it is handicap accessible and gives you all the feels of a beachfront wedding without all the mess. It is overed and has AC electric power, accommodating a total of 112 seated guests.

Dolphin Oasis: Coming Spring 2023 -- three outdoor event spaces with natural beach themed surroundings and dolphin views. Based on nubmer of guests, tent trental may be required, accomodating a total of 200 seated guests.

Gulf Overlook: an outdoor event space, approximately 600 square feet, with rustic and beach surroundings overlooking Dune Lagoon, the Gulf of Mexico, and Okaloosa Island fishing pier. This is a breathtaking location for a small and intimate ceremony setting with seating up to 30 guests. (only accessible via stairs)

Services Offered

Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park provides a variety of services and add-ons to help make your wedding an experience to remember. Their professional staff can assist with the coordination process by recommending quality caterers, decorators, musicians, and more. The venue also allows couples to arrange outside bar services to help ensure they have everything they need for the celebrations. Additionally, the dedicated team at the park can take care of setup and cleanup so you and your partner can focus on enjoying your day.

Other Services

The venue offers couples the opportunity to customize their event through a list of unique add-ons. To really impress your loved ones, you can arrange a sea lion show or a dolphin show just for them. Couples with an appreciation for marine life can take professional photos with a dolphin for a special keepsake. Those who want to take full advantage of the park can request an additional 30 minutes to view the outdoor animal exhibits with loved ones.

NOTE: all events must be booked and paid-in-full at least two weeks prior to the event date.