The Gulf on Okaloosa Island
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PLAN YOUR SPECIAL EVENT AT THE GULF
The Gulf on Okaloosa Island is a wedding venue located in Fort Walton Beach, FL. This venue offers a warm, versatile space and a custom-crafted food and beverage menu to create a magical atmosphere for your special day.
Facilities and Capacity
The Gulf is a seaside hideaway built with sustainability in mind, incorporating reclaimed, recycled, and salvaged materials into its design. The venue offers both indoor and outdoor event spaces — 5,280 sq ft of enclosed space plus nearly 8,400 sq ft of covered and uncovered deck — and can accommodate 20 to 300 guests, making it equally suited to intimate ceremonies and large receptions.
Its casual-chic atmosphere and flexible floor plan transform into an ideal setting for romantic celebrations, from exchanging vows against a waterfront backdrop to hosting a lively reception. Enjoy good vibes, views, and tunes while reclining with your toes in the sand, or taking a seat at the bar or communal table.
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The Gulf's catering team builds a custom food and beverage menu around locally sourced, Gulf-focused ingredients. Chef's specials include dishes like voodoo pasta, seafood gumbo, and snapper BLT, alongside a variety of sandwiches, tacos, and other seafood specialties.
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