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Located in Lithia, Florida, The Palmetto Club at FishHawk Ranch is a premier event venue that hosts weddings. Nestled on half an acre of luscious greenery, this property offers an array of glorious event spaces for couples to celebrate their day. Located only 24 miles from Tampa city, newlyweds-to-be and their guests can enjoy a peaceful haven while being close to the city’s amenities.

Facilities and Capacity

This club offers a variety of indoor and outdoor spaces. Couples can exchange their vows under an arbor within the lush gardens. The refined tiled veranda may be used for a cocktail hour, or simply for guests to take a moment to enjoy the beauty of their surroundings. For indoor receptions, the exquisite ballroom provides an elegant backdrop, and can be divided into three separate parts to accommodate a smaller guest list. This venue also offers an indoor ceremony area for couples who would prefer to exchange vows inside. With silken cream drapery hanging from the ceiling and grand chandeliers, this sets an intimate scene for nuptials. Get-ready rooms are also available for the wedding parties to prepare for the day,

Services Offered

This club hosts engagement parties, rehearsal dinners, wedding showers, ceremonies, and receptions. Couples can benefit from the services of an event planner to assist them in organizing the day. They may also use the grounds for their engagement photoshoot. The team offers screens and projectors, for those who wish to show a slideshow or vendors from loved ones. Guests may avail of on-site parking, with the option to include a valet service. This venue welcomes outside vendors such as photographers, florists, and planners. All-inclusive packages are also available, with services including:

  • Tables
  • Chairs
  • Linens
  • China
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Dancefloor
  • Setup and breakdown

Cuisine

Cuisine will be provided by the club’s exclusive culinary partners, Puff’n’stuff catering, whose skilled team serve plated meals, buffets, or manned food stations. Custom dessert stations can be requested for an indulgent treat after guests enjoy their meal. Bar packages are available, with a range of domestic and imported beers as well as wines and premium spirits. They offer mocktail bars for guests who do not drink alcohol, and will provide all mixers and equipment. This venue also allows parties to bring in outside alcohol.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Yes

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

No

Which of the following are included in 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?

Cake Cutting
Server(s)

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

Bartender(s)
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Open Bar

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

6

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Banquet Hall
Garden
Park

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
Elopements
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
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
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
Outside Alcohol
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
Dance Floor
Decor
Drapery
Furniture
Lighting
Photo booth
Tables
Tents

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Shuttle
Valet
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

January
February
March
April
May
October
November
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

June
July
August
September

Reviews of The Palmetto Club at FishHawk Ranch

Carianne
Carianne Sent on 11/12/2018
5 out of 5 rating

amazing and perfect and beautiful!!!

Look no further. Kathy is the BEST and this venue is absolutely beautiful. Our wedding turned out even better than I ever imagined. I was so so so happy with how everything turned out & I promise you won’t be disappointed. The ceremony outside with their beautiful trees is amazing, the outside veranda for cocktail hour is soooo nice and the reception ballroom area is huge and beautiful as is you barely need any decorations. Kathy is soooo sweet and made everything go smooth. She went above and beyond to make sure our day was perfect!!!
Molly
Molly Sent on 06/22/2012
5 out of 5 rating
Great place for reception- easy space to work with and lots of room to move around. Loved using the bridal suite before the ceremony even when my ceremony as not held at palmetto club =)
thefuturemrsbrace
Aymee Sent on 04/15/2009
5 out of 5 rating
Perfect place for our wedding. Ive seen hundreds of venues and this was the best place for us! Brand new looking, wedding was flawless. They were very flexible and just amazing to work with. Both Lucille and Tracey were quick to respond to any questions and really helped us. I would highly recommend this venue to anyone getting married.
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Awards

54
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2013 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2011 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2010 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2009 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

8 Endorsements
Puff 'n Stuff Events | Catering Puff 'n Stuff Events | Catering Wedding Caterers

The Palmetto Club is a hidden gem! The exterior gardens are lovely and the interior spaces are modern, refined and so elegant. Lucille, the venue manager is so accommodating and her clients love her!

Legacy Seven Studios Legacy Seven Studios Wedding Photographers

The Palmetto Club is a gorgeous location, and the staff is fabulous! They are attentive to brides and easy to work with as a fellow vendor, which makes the bride's day that much more perfect! With both indoor and outdoor options, a modern, sleek, and yet elegant site, it manages to feel roomy and intimate at the same time, and is the perfect backdrop to your personal wedding look. We love shooting there!

Catering By Robert Catering By Robert Wedding Caterers

Lucille and her staff do a wonderful job maintaining both the facility and relationships with vendors. Our recent experience there was absolutely flawless. The room was perfectly set according to our layout and every area of the building was clean. The Palmetto Club is one of the few Tampa Bay venues that we can count on for a perfect event experience for our clients. It is also one of the loveliest off-premise catering facilities with its "country club" landscaping and swank interior. The ability for clients to bring in their own alcohol with our liquor liability insurance is also a PLUS. We highly recommend The Palmetto Club to anyone wishing to hold a first class event in a first class facility.

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