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The Bay Jewel Event Center is an elegant wedding venue situated in Corpus Christi, Texas. Blending southern charm with modern minimalism, this versatile banquet hall is located in the heart of the Sparkling City by the Sea’s Downtown district. It has been welcoming soon-to-be newlyweds and party-goers alike since 2018. The team at The Bay Jewel delights in bringing their clients’ visions to life. You and your partner will surely be impressed by the venue’s beautiful facilities and contemporary amenities.

Facilities and Capacity

Featuring 15,000 square feet of flexible event space, The Bay Jewel Event Center can comfortably welcome a maximum of 250 wedding-goers. A grand staircase leads up to the Pearl Mezzanine, a wonderful place for a first-look. With window seating and eye-catching decor, this space can also set the stage for cocktail hours or mixers. The Diamond Ballroom boasts plenty of space for a wedding ceremony, and later an elegant reception with plenty of room for a dance floor. Replete with black pillars, windows, and palatial chandeliers, this ballroom boasts a built-in bar and ample space for mixing and mingling. Upstairs, a pair of get-ready rooms and a green room are available for couples to use.

Services Offered

The team at The Bay Jewel will work with you to translate your fairytale wedding into a reality. Planning assistance, event set-up and clean-up, and access to get-ready rooms are just a few of the services that they can provide. A variety of event items can be made available upon request, including chairs, tables, centerpieces, drapery, an altar, and lighting equipment. Various food and beverage items are also on offer, such as barware, china, flatware, and linens.

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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?

$4,500

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

$4,500

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?

$1,650

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

$1,650

Which of the following are included in the starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
China
Clean Up
Event Planning
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables

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

Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$6

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

Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Signature Drink

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

5

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Historic Building

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor

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
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
Hors d'oeuvres
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
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
Chair Covers
Decor
Drapery
Furniture
Lighting
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Valet
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

January
March
April
May
June
July
September
October
November
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

February
August

Reviews of The Bay Jewel Event Center

Emily
Emily Sent on 07/16/2021
5 out of 5 rating

The best wedding venue

I booked my wedding almost 2 years ago and I have had great service and responsiveness from the staff at the bay jewel. I had a few meetings with Renee the coordinator to discuss and make decisions over the planning timeline. She’s very knowledgeable and was a guiding light for me during the planning process. She went above and beyond each time to make my wedding dreams come true. On the big day she made sure our day went smoothly without any hiccups. She and the entire staff(Alex) were so wonderful to myself, my bridal party, and my family who spent the day getting ready with us there. This venue staff has an amazing relationship with top tier vendors in the surrounding areas. I can’t recommend enough!
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Samantha Sent on 06/05/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Just book it!

100/10 recommend! We had our wedding there recently and could not have asked for a more beautiful space or amazing staff. Our coordinator, Alex, is everything you didn’t know you needed!! 100/10 recommend! We had our wedding there recently and could not have asked for a more beautiful space or amazing staff. Our coordinator, Alex, is everything you didn’t know you needed!! She met with us several times leading to up to date, kept amazing communication, thought of everything we didn’t, and overall just made sure our day was absolute perfect.
I cannot recommend this space or Alex enough.
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Mo Green Sent on 04/05/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Beyond my expectations

Without them I would had been lost!! The best staff and event center in CC!! Thank you so much Renee and Alex!!
Ana Dollison
Ana D. Sent on 01/26/2022
5 out of 5 rating

The Best Venue in Corpus Christi, Texas

The BayJewel is absolutely beautiful with all its elegance! From day one, Ms. Renee and Ms. Alex went WAY above and beyond to make sure our dream wedding was exactly what we wanted. They were always there through the entire planning process and help when we had a million and one questions. They had such a great relationship with all of the vendors that we selected and made everyone feel like family. Ms. Renee and Ms. Alex, along with their professional staff, took great care of us. From, touring the venue up until last minute of our wedding night. “Our guests couldn't stop talking about the venue itself and how amazing the entire day was”. We could not have selected a better venue for our special day. Ms. Renee and Ms. Alex exceeded all our expectations. We are just so speechless and forever thankful for really making OUR WEDDING DAY SO SPECIAL!

“We highly recommend The Bay Jewel Event Center”
Jonathan Dollison
Mr. Sent on 01/26/2022
5 out of 5 rating

The Best Venue in Corpus Christi, Texas

Perfect and a 5+ stars rating from my wife and I. The BayJewel exceeded our expectations. We held our wedding reception here. Not only was the venue absolutely beautiful, but the staff was so warm and welcoming. Our guests gushed over the venue and staff, and their professionalism. As Mr. & Mrs. Dollison “We highly recommend The Bay Jewel”

Thank you Ms. Renee and Ms. Alex for exceeding our expectations.
E
Erin Sent on 10/08/2021
5 out of 5 rating

The best venue in Corpus Christi!

I can't speak highly enough about the Bay Jewel. The relationship you have with your wedding venue is invaluable, and we had a seamless experience with the Bay Jewel from start to finish. Our wedding day was beautiful and went so smoothly thanks to the staff's experience, hard work, and strong relationships with our other vendors. When we met with Renee and Alex during planning meetings, they were incredible accommodating and organized, and they made it clear that they wanted to make our dream reception happen. They both helped our vison come to life, and were able to meet every single one of our needs. We even worked closely with them to agree on an early start time for our bridal party, which goes to show they'll go the extra mile to make sure the overall day is stress-free and fun.

You get much more than a venue if you choose to work with the Bay Jewel. They help guide you, ensure you think of all the little things ahead of time, and are very available if you just need to call or text between planning meetings. They also take care of the day-of coordination with your vendors, so my husband and I had so much FUN on our wedding day because we didn't have to worry about the timeline of events. And of course, we've received so many compliments in the weeks after about how nice the venue space is. Everything they provided for our reception - from tables/chairs/tableware/bar glasses (the list goes on)- was great quality.

Renee and Alex are responsive, professional, and overall just kind and considerate people. You couldn't ask for a better team to work with for any occasion at the Bay Jewel!
K'Lynn
K'lynn Sent on 09/10/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Great great great

Words can’t express how grateful I am for The Bay Jewel. They went above and beyond to make sure my experience as a bride was exceptional. They answered every and any question I had. They organized my wedding, there was no need for a planner. They handled all the details. They also recommended our decorators (party perfect) and I have absolutely NO REGRETS! Renee, Alex and their team really made my dream come true. I can’t thank them enough for all that they’ve done for me and my Husband lol. Thank you ladies, you’ve made my experience beautiful and my memories will last forever with the feeling of gratitude and happiness.
M
Marisa Sent on 07/31/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Prado Wedding

By far the best experience Alexandria was an amazing coordinator and so easy to work with. We are so happy to have picked this venue for our wedding reception. Our guest loved the venue and had an amazing time.
V
Victor Sent on 07/09/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Best wedding venue in Corpus!

The Bay Jewel helped us plan and execute our dream wedding! Even though our wedding was put on pause multiple times because of COVID, Renee and The Bay Jewel team went above and beyond throughout the entire process to make our wedding a success. We had an amazing time and all of our family and friends did too. The downtown Corpus Christi location is perfect for visiting family and friends to stay and enjoy your special day.
H
Hannah Sent on 06/30/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Such a special day!

We had a micro-wedding at The Bay Jewel and it was everything we could have dreamed of! All of the details were important to us with it being such a small, intimate wedding, and Renee helped us execute our vision perfectly! The staff were so professional and helpful in serving our guests during cocktail hour and our plated dinner. The venue was just what we wanted - elegant and modern. I would recommend The Bay Jewel to anyone getting married in Corpus Christi!
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2022 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2021 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

1 Endorsement
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The Bay Jewel is an incredible gem in downtown Corpus Christi! It's a magical space full of ambiance, natural wood, beautiful chandeliers and lovely people. I love working with them!

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The Bay Jewel Event Center frequently asked questions

The Bay Jewel Event Center includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
The Bay Jewel Event Center includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at The Bay Jewel Event Center includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Champagne Toast
  • House Beer
  • House Liquor
  • House Wine
  • Signature Drink
The space offered by The Bay Jewel Event Center for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Historic Building
The Bay Jewel Event Center offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
The Bay Jewel Event Center offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
The Bay Jewel Event Center offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Liability Insurance
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
The Bay Jewel Event Center offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Aisle Markers
  • Aisle Runners
  • Altar/Arch
  • Audio Equipment
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Chair Covers
  • Decor
  • Drapery
  • Furniture
  • Lighting
  • Tables
The Bay Jewel Event Center 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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