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The Birchwood is a gorgeous wedding venue in St. Petersburg, Florida that sets the stage for the celebration of a lifetime! Better yet, The Grand Ballroom & Terrace, located in the heart of downtown St. Petersburg, is an indoor and outdoor celebration space with breathtaking views of the waterfront skyline. It is the perfect venue for your wedding ceremony, reception, rehearsal dinner, or post-wedding brunch!
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Grand Ballroom: "Say 'I Do' with a View!" Ceremonies are held within the east wing of our Grand Ballroom while overlooking the downtown waterfront views. With this space, you'll receive gold banquet chairs, 8' Birchwood decorative pillars, a ceremony pipe and drape, and a champagne toast for you and your partner-to-be. Additional services include:
- Up to 120 guests for a traditional ceremony, combined with a reception.
- For couples with guest counts higher than 120, a list of local off-site ceremony recommendations will be provided.
- 'Reception Style' ceremonies available for larger guest-counts.
In addition, you can host your cocktail hour in the Grand Ballroom, utilizing our welcome foyer, main ballroom, and two private outdoor terraces. We offer an upgraded semi-private rooftop cocktail hour, where wedding guests can enjoy the cabanas, outdoor living room area, waterfront glass look-out area, and a private satellite bar.
The Grand Ballroom features a vintage glam and a simple elegance that is the perfect palate for any wedding day celebration. Located just one level below our iconic rooftop, the Grand Ballroom can accommodate weddings, rehearsal dinners, post-wedding brunches, and other celebrations accommodating 200 guests. This space includes exclusive use of our welcome foyer, custom built-in bar, private restroom suites, and two outdoor balconies with panoramic views of the downtown St. Petersburg Beach Drive area. For seated dinners, you can invite up to 200 people. Alternatively, reception-style gatherings accommodate 250+ guests.
Services Offered
The Birchwood offers a range of comprehensive services for wedding receptions, including:
• Exclusive use of the 4th floor's Grand Ballroom, Grand Foyer, private restroom suites, and two outdoor balconies
• Five rental hours for your wedding event
• Vendor access and setup four hours before event start time
• Full catering kitchen with dedicated banquet chef and banquet staff
• Balcony patio lounge furniture
• Custom built-in bar
• 72" Round Tables, 60" Round Tables, 6' Banquet Tables, and 8' Banquet Tables for guest seating, DJs, gifts, favors, etc.
• 48" Round Cake Table
• White, black, or ivory floor-length linen for banquet Tables
• Black or white linen napkins
• All plate ware, glassware, flatware, and service ware
• Private welcome signage
• Complimentary wedding tasting for up to six guests before your wedding date
• Complimentary service staff and bartending for the first 75 guests
• Bridal suite
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The Birchwood is a top-rated wedding venue in St. Petersburg that left couples and guests thrilled with their experience. Multiple reviewers praised the stunning location, delicious food, and exceptional service provided by staff like Yvonne, Marlice, and Claire. Couples appreciated the seamless planning process, beautiful decor options, and accommodating team members like Grace and Mary. From the picturesque rooftop views to the elegant ballroom setting, The Birchwood's versatility and attention to detail made each wedding day unforgettable and stress-free.
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