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At 1920 built, historic venue NOVA 535, we custom create each event, just the way YOU want.

Come enjoy our modernized Downtown St. Pete event space, where we do all the work so you can have all the fun!

To make sure your event is as stress free and 5-star as possible, we work with the best vendors in Tampa Bay. We have preferred caterers that cover every budget and food style, and you can contract with them directly or have NOVA handle catering for you. All beverages come through NOVA's full liquor bar, with packages, cash/credit, and consumption bars available. We also supply your linens, rentals, table and chairs, and work with the region's best vendors for everything else, making your NOVA experience an easy one-stop shopping experience.

Let's get started planning your 5-Star wedding at https://mynovaevent.com

FACILITIES and CAPACITY

4 Spaces, All For You.

[1] MAIN GALLERY EVENT SPACE:

Original 1920 Clay Brick Walls. Brazilian Hardwood Floors. 16-foot Ceilings, exposed original Rafters

  • 200 seated with dance floor
  • 260 seated dinner
  • 300 seated theater style
  • 350 cocktails

[2] OUTDOOR BRICK and BAMBOO COURTYARD:

Romantic hung string lights, Tropical 30-foot tall Bamboo with Room for 3 Food Trucks.

  • 150 seated dinner
  • 250 seated ceremonies
  • 300 cocktails

[3] UPSTAIRS: LOUNGE, DJ BOOTH and BALCONY:

Bar and Lounge Area. Luxurious Restroom Suite.

  • UPSTAIRS LOUNGE:
    60 seated dinner
    125 cocktails
  • OUTDOOR BALCONY:
  • Beautiful views of Bamboo Courtyard. Large Party Space. Smoking and Cocktails Area. Enjoy the open sky and stars, or stay covered.
  • DJ BOOTH:
  • Floating over Main Gallery. Plug and Play. DJ brings mixer and music, NOVA 535 has the rest.

[4] TWO GET READY SUITES:

  • GET READY SUITE:
  • 2 private restrooms,, sinks, couch, dress hangers "Top 10 Best Restrooms in USA”
  • SUPERNOVA SUITE
  • Italian Travertine shower bathroom, makeup bar with professional lighting and large mirrors, separate Sound System.

SERVICES OFFERED:

NOVA 535 offers everything imginable to make your wedding experience stress free and enjoyable. We can be as helpful or as DIY as you'd like!

  • Cake
  • Clean up
  • Digital planning system
  • Event planning
  • Event rentals
  • Get ready rooms
  • In-house bar
  • Liability insurance
  • Lighting/sound
  • Outside insured vendors
  • Parking
  • Pet friendly
  • Set up
  • Shuttle
  • Valet
  • Wheelchair access
  • Wifi (fast!)

CUISINE and CATERING:

To make sure your event is as stress free and 5-star as possible, we have already selected the best vendors in the Bay area! Our several preferrred caterers cover every budget and food style and are happy to accommodate all special dietary needs.

ALL beverages will be supplied by NOVA though our full liquor bar!

History

Originally a built in 1920 as a Five and Dime store, NOVA 535 was meticulously renovated to create an eco-friendly, high-end yet welcoming special event venue with 5-star service. Its style blends classic and cutting edge design details to create St. Pete’s most unique, award winning event venue. Yes We Can!!

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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?

$5,000

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

$2,500

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

Yes

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

$5,000

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

$2,500

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
Clean Up
Event Planning
Glassware
Lighting/Sound
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables

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

Cake Cutting

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$10

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

House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine

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

1

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

4

Describe your venue:

Art Gallery
Banquet Hall
Historic Building
Loft
Museum

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
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
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Family Style
French Service
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Server(s)
Stations

What bar services do you provide?

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

What event items are available?

Aisle Markers
Aisle Runners
Altar/Arch
Audio Equipment
Centerpieces
Chairs
Dance Floor
Decor
Drapery
Furniture
Lighting
Photo booth
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Chocolate Fountain
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Valet
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

January
February
March
April
May
June
September
October
November
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

July
August

Reviews of NOVA 535 Unique Event Space

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Nova 535 in St. Petersburg is highly recommended by couples for weddings, offering a beautiful venue and exceptional service. The team's communication and coordination were praised, with specific mentions of wedding coordinators like April and AJ who ensured a smooth and stress-free experience. The indoor/outdoor atmosphere allowed for a special night, and the staff received accolades for their friendliness and professionalism. Guests were impressed with the cozy and memorable environment, with special shoutouts to DJ Jaey and the recommended vendors. Overall, Nova 535 was described as a dream wedding venue that exceeded expectations and made couples' special day truly unforgettable.

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This AI-generated summary gives you a snapshot of the overall ratings and feedback from the reviews this vendor has received.

Nova 535 in St. Petersburg is highly recommended by couples for weddings, offering a beautiful venue and exceptional service. The team's communication and coordination were praised, with specific mentions of wedding coordinators like April and AJ who ensured a smooth and stress-free experience. The indoor/outdoor atmosphere allowed for a special night, and the staff received accolades for their friendliness and professionalism. Guests were impressed with the cozy and memorable environment, with special shoutouts to DJ Jaey and the recommended vendors. Overall, Nova 535 was described as a dream wedding venue that exceeded expectations and made couples' special day truly unforgettable.

Janet
Janet Sent on 05/26/2022
5 out of 5 rating

The Best Venue & Team Ever

My husband and I had our delayed wedding reception at Nova 535 in May of 2022 (after getting married in a private ceremony in November 2021), and we could not have been happier with how it turned out. Our coordinator April and the whole team brought our vision to life and allowed the evening to flow seamlessly and beautifully. I really cannot overstate how incredible April and the whole Nova team was. First of all, the venue is gorgeous and so versatile. It has the industrial chic vibe that I love and is beautiful to start, so any decorations are just a bonus. It's really the perfect spot in that it includes dressing rooms and both indoor and outdoor spaces, so you can make your day however you want it. We got so many compliments on the space and how beautiful everything looked. The decor and set up was so easy thanks to April and the team. Everything looked exactly how I imagined it, but better. The Nova team and their preferred vendors are outstanding. April made me feel at ease from the moment we first spoke, but especially the afternoon and night of our reception. She was an absolute rockstar and I'll never be able to thank her enough for taking care of us and executing the whole night flawlessly. I was so nervous about how everything would turn out because we were doing things so unconventionally (and showing several videos including video of our wedding ceremony and a video of the speech given by my husband's parents' who live outside the country) but April, our tech whiz Chris, and our DJ Jaey pulled it all off perfectly and on time. Because of Nova's great system of using preferred vendors, there was very little I had to do - essentially after I hired them they all coordinated amongst themselves and required very little from me. The process really was so easy, and the result so amazing. I planned it all without a wedding planner and from a distance (I'm originally from St. Pete but live in North Carolina now) and the online portal and google drive system made everything so unbelievably easy and low stress. I honestly never thought I could plan and execute a wedding, but thanks to April and the Nova team, I was able to, and it turned out even better than I envisioned it. If you want a beautiful, low stress wedding with outstanding staff and vendors. do yourself a favor and have it at Nova 535.
Stacy
Stacy Sent on 02/15/2014
5 out of 5 rating
Awesome venue & staff. The place is so beautiful that we didn't need to add any extra decorations. And the planner made the timeline happen perfectly so that I didn't need to worry about anything!
J
Jackie Sent on 01/07/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Fantastic, beautiful venue

Five stars all around. Very responsive and helpful team! A truly unique event space that was perfect in every way. Gorgeous venue, flexible options so you can do whatever you want in terms of decoration, catering, bar options, decor, photo booth, music (dj/band), other entertainment, etc. So many picture-perfect spots in NOVA to make for fun photos! Everything was smooth on the day of the event-- even better than expected! Our guests raved about NOVA and had a blast. Thank you so much to the NOVA team.
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2022 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2019 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2018 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2017 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2016 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2015 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2014 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2013 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

36 Endorsements
Simple Weddings Simple Weddings Wedding Planners

We love Nova 535! What a unique venue in Historic Downtown St Pete! The courtyard is perfect for a ceremony. The exposed brick and wood floors of the interior are the perfect blend of elegance and industrial-chic. The bar, loft, and even the restrooms are all top-notch.

Napoleoni Photography, LLC Napoleoni Photography, LLC Wedding Photographers

NOVA 535 is a beautiful venue both inside and out...Inside is a gorgeous, spacious, multi-level blank canvas perfect for any style event. With balconies overlooking the lush bamboo patio, it's a photographer's dream. The excellence of this venue is matched with an awesome staff that takes care of your every need. This is a perfect location for ceremonies, receptions, parties, or any event other special event! Highly Recommend!

Made for Each Other Weddings Made for Each Other Weddings Wedding Officiants

Nova 535 is a great venue. Has a upscale warehouse decor, brick, wooden floors and a tropical courtyard for an intimate feel. The staff is great. Check it out.

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