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Welcome to our newly renovated wedding venue located at the historic Rio Pinar Golf, a cherished establishment that opened its doors in 1957 and once hosted the prestigious Original Florida Citrus Open, now celebrated as the Arnold Palmer Invitational. Throughout the years, this legendary golf course has been graced by esteemed players such as Arnold Palmer, Lee Trevino, and Julius Boros, infusing the surroundings with a rich tapestry of tradition and excellence.

Your special day will unfold in The Grand Ballroom, a stunning space that exudes elegance and sophistication. Surrounded by the lush greenery of the golf course, we offer the option of hosting your ceremony outdoors, providing a picturesque backdrop that epitomizes romance and natural beauty. Inside, The Grand Ballroom boasts a refined atmosphere with a touch of contemporary Floridian charm, creating the perfect ambiance for your reception. In addition, we understand the importance of having dedicated spaces for the bride and groom to prepare for their momentous day. Our separate bridal and grooms rooms offer a serene retreat for pre-ceremony preparations, ensuring a seamless and stress-free experience.

At our venue, we take great pride in our award-winning culinary team, dedicated to crafting a menu that tantalizes the taste buds of your esteemed guests. From delightful appetizers to sumptuous main courses and delectable desserts, our culinary offerings are tailored to surpass expectations and create lasting culinary memories. With attention to detail and a passion for excellence, our team is committed to curating a wedding experience that reflects your unique vision, leaving you with cherished memories that will last a lifetime.

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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?

$3,000

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

$1,000

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

No

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

Bridal Suite
Chairs
China
Clean Up
Flatware
Glassware
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?

$25

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

House Beer
House Wine
Limited Bar

Reviews of The Grand Ballroom at Rio Pinar Golf

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Aida Sent on 07/15/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Awesome place!!! Very happy with the results.!
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Kelly Sent on 05/07/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Rio Pinar is an ovelooked gem in my opinion. We were going for a classic and elegant, but also relaxed, wedding and Rio Pinar delivered. Kellie and all of the staff at Rio Pinar are wonderful to work with. There are so many perks they offer that don't break the bank. We were working with a limited budget, but you couldn't tell from the finished product. Our day came out just the way we wanted and a lot of that is from picking this venue!
Kimberly
Kimberly Sent on 07/08/2011
4.8 out of 5 rating
Nick was amazing at getting back to me and answering my questions. Any ideas I wanted, he said was no problem at all even if I told him at the very last minute. I had a large crowd and a small budget, but Nick was able to work with me. The food was great and overall everything was wonderful. There was a little confusion of the timing of everything at the reception, but I was so grateful to be able to work with Nick and the country club.
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Jacqueline Sent on 10/30/2013
4.6 out of 5 rating
I would have my next event there in a minute. Experience was amazing and all because of staff
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Christine Sent on 10/15/2019
2.4 out of 5 rating

Sketchy business. Please be upfront about issues

After having my wedding here a month ago- here is my honest opinion.
We met with Maria and were originally quoted a certain amount an hour to rent the room. She went on vacation before we could sign the contract and I met up with her when she got back and could fit me in and it doubled in price.. she said she would ask the owner to bring it to the original price due to the circumstances.. it never happened.
It gave us bad vibes but I convinced my fiancé to go through with it because I was tired of looking at venues. Maria also mentioned that there would be no golfers in the background during our ceremony. Yet we have numerous photos with a guy in the background pretty close to us practicing his short hand.
And she casually mentioned in a joking way that awhile ago they had a bad storm and the power short circuited and the women’s locker room so they took over the men’s locker room. Well guess what happened on our wedding day? No ac in the women’s locker room. It was practically a sauna. They provided two stand fans which did nothing. My hair frizzed almost instantly. We took over the guys locker room but they only have mirrors above the sinks starts at about 5 feet 8 inches high. Every single one of my bridesmaids had to sit on the counter in the sink to do their hair and makeup. Our contract also said we had to pick up our decorations by the next day. They told us at the END of the night the centerpieces need to go now or they are throwing them out. Who wants to know at 1030 pm after their wedding they need to coordinate someone to pack them up NOW? I made them by hand and they took over an hour a piece. It was upsetting I couldn’t facilitate someone taking them home and having to toss them. We planned on picking them up the following morning. We put hours into those centerpieces.
But at the end of the day, we got married. And the food was surprisingly delicious.
I’m just upset about doubling the rental price and it sounded like she very well knew the women’s locker room wouldn’t have AC. We could have made accommodations if we knew before hand and not 4 hours before my wedding and scrambling for the bridesmaids and grooms men’s to get ready.
If you’re having a wedding with only a few months to plan and can deal with a few headaches, get married here. But if you have sometime and don’t want to deal with the headache and last minute issues that clearly could have been addressed earlier if they were honest.. I would have your wedding elsewhere
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The Grand Ballroom at Rio Pinar Golf frequently asked questions

The Grand Ballroom at Rio Pinar Golf includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
The Grand Ballroom at Rio Pinar Golf includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at The Grand Ballroom at Rio Pinar Golf includes:
  • House Beer
  • House Wine
  • Limited Bar
The Grand Ballroom at Rio Pinar Golf is recommended by 87% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.4 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.8 in flexibility, 4.4 in value, 4.3 in average response time, 4.2 in professionalism and 4.1 in quality of service.
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