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Iola Lakeside Events is a stunning wedding venue in Dade City, Florida. Offering five acres of scenic waterfront property, couples who go to Iola Lakeside Events will undoubtedly be blown away by the natural beauty the landscape has to offer. The owners, Sara and Cristi Johnson, and their helpful staff can help you create the wedding of your dreams. Sara and Cristi are sister-in-laws and were also married under the oaks along the shores of Lake Iola, and they can't wait to help you create a dream wedding of your own.

Facilities & Capacity
Iola Lakeside Events offers couples stunning indoor and outdoor spaces which can host up to 200 guests. With a style that is elegant, romantic, and country-chic, this venue space can be decorated to fit the taste of nearly any couple.

Services Offered
Iola Lakeside Events is the perfect choice for bridal showers, elopements, receptions, ceremonies, engagement parties, and rehearsal dinners. As well as event rentals, Sara and Cristi provide the following services:

  • Liability insurance
  • Pet-friendly grounds
  • Outside vendors
  • Set up
  • Clean up
  • Parking
  • Wheelchair access

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Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$2,612

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$2,008

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Chairs
China
Clean Up
Event Planning
Flatware
Glassware
Lighting/Sound
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Cake Cutting
Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$10

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

25

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

2

Describe your venue:

Barn
Farm/Ranch
Garden
Religious
Waterfront

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Liability Insurance
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Hors d'oeuvres
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Liquor
House Wine
Liquor License
Open Bar
Outside Alcohol
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Altar/Arch
Centerpieces
Chairs
Dance Floor
Decor
Drapery
Furniture
Lighting
Photo booth
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

February
March
April
May
October
November
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
June
July
August
September

Reviews of Iola Lakeside Events

S
Summer Sent on 02/14/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely Amazing Venue

When my husband and I were engaged, we looked at loads of venues; but Iola Lakeside Events just simply couldn't be beat for their price, and all that it included (chair and table set up/tear down, access to their backdrops and decorations, a day-of coordinator, beautiful lighting already set up, and loads more). We ended up using their decorations, altar options, and between those and chair/table set up/tear down, it saved us so much stress and money. For the wedding day they did NOT disappoint; they were incredibly kind, professional, informative, and helpful the whole way. For the wedding itself, our day-of coordinator (Chelsea, we miss you!) was very calm as she managed so many behind-the-scenes details. I had to throw some schedule changes at her and she handled them so kindly and helped make them happen. And the venue itself is absolutely beautiful; the outdoor greenery is so pretty for any season, and the indoor barn is an elegant beauty. The included lights are absolutely stunning and perfect for any time of day. I cannot recommend them enough!

Photographer: Madisun Stubblefield: https://madisunpaigephotography.com/
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Elicia Sent on 03/06/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding at Iola Lakeside

Truly a beautiful and memorable experience. My husband and I loved working with every member from this venue who created such a beautiful day for us. Every detail was attended to and each person from within the package took their role personal and made us feel like we were a part of the family. The entire process from consultation to day of was handled very seriously and as a detail orientated person I couldn’t have asked for a better coordinator. I highly recommend choosing this venue!
Christy
Christy Sent on 03/04/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Stunning location

Everything about my wedding was perfect. Cristi Johnson really blew me away with the whole day. The location is breathtaking and I couldn’t have dreamed of a more beautiful wedding space.
Alyssa
Alyssa Sent on 01/15/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Can't speak more highly!!

Working with Sara and Cristi was definitely one of the highlights of our wedding! They are such great people to work with! Not to mention that the venue is gorgeous! They will really go above and beyond to make sure the day is beyond perfect. Couldn't recommend this venue enough!
Samantha
Samantha Sent on 11/25/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Couldn’t have selected a better venue

Iola lakeside exceeded our expectations in every possible way. We couldn’t be happier with how our day turned out. Cristi & Sara were on top of it all from day one. They made sure we had a perfect wedding. The location is breath taking. Our guest loved it! Highly recommend with sticking with the vendors they supply in their package they are all amazing! Pick Iola lakeside for your big day!
Danielle
Danielle Sent on 06/23/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Exceptional

Very happy with our choice in deciding to hire Iola Lakeside Events as our venue. They are very friendly and accommodating! Have had ample opportunities to tour and show family members the venue to get ideas for our big day! Beautiful location as well!
S
Shelbi Sent on 04/16/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Hinrichs Wedding

Our wedding at Iola Lakeside was even more perfect than we could of imagined. Sara was always quick to reply and offered wonderful different options for packages and pricing that fit for our head count and budget. Sara and her family were so attentive on our big day with every wish and detail we had. From helping with set up to wiping down chairs numerous times when we had a little sprinkle before walking down the aisle, we felt so comfortable knowing our guests were in such great hands. We could not of asked for a better wedding day and we would highly recommend this venue for any wedding, party or event you are planning; you will not be disappointed!
N
Nora Sent on 02/26/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Excellent!!

Sara and her family were awesome. The venue is beautiful. They opened their homes up to us so that it would be easier for the bride and groom to get ready. Words can not express how much we appreciated Sara and her family!!!
K
Kim R. Sent on 01/05/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Amazingly flawless

Sarah, Angela and Cristie were beyond amazing... Im sorry I didnt catch the names of the men on staff, they were all amazing also. There was a torrential down pour minutes before the wedding and the team seamlessly and flawlessly moved the ceremony inside (before it rained). Everyone's attention to detail was superb! You could really see and feel the love and warmth coming from the heart's of EACH staff member. I would DEFINITELY recommend this venue!! Thank you guys for an unforgettable wedding ❤❤❤
Chandré
Chandré Sent on 10/16/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Dream Wedding

Andrew and I got married on 6th October and the entire process was easy from first view of the property until the day of!
This was the 3rd venue we looked at and this was by far the best service and price!
Sara was extremely friendly and welcoming and helped us with decor and organising the day!
The day-of coordinator also did a good job making sure the entire event ran smoothly.
They set up the entire ceremony and reception seating arrangements, and even provided additional decor for us such as swings and a bon fire. We highly recommend Iola Lakeside Events!
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Awards

15
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner

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Iola Lakeside Events frequently asked questions

Iola Lakeside Events includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Lighting/Sound
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
Iola Lakeside Events includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at Iola Lakeside Events includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Champagne Toast
  • House Beer
  • House Liquor
  • House Wine
  • Open Bar
  • Premium Liquor
  • Signature Drink
  • Specialty Beer
  • Specialty Wine
The space offered by Iola Lakeside Events for wedding events is known for:
  • Barn
  • Farm/Ranch
  • Garden
  • Religious
  • Waterfront
Iola Lakeside Events offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Iola Lakeside Events offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Iola Lakeside Events offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Liability Insurance
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
Iola Lakeside Events offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Altar/Arch
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Decor
  • Drapery
  • Furniture
  • Lighting
  • Photo booth
  • Tables
Iola Lakeside Events is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.

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