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Welcome to Weddings at the Thunderbird Beach Resort! We are situated in the heart of Treasure Island, FL directly on the beautiful and powdery white sandy beaches of the Gulf of Mexico. At the Thunderbird you may choose your ceremony location on the sand or in our garden space and patio. Make your day the best by hosting your reception in our newly appointed Sunset Ballroom and balcony over looking our iconic resort. Your guests can expect warm hospitality, fun and lots of great memories by reserving your date at the Thunderbird Beach Resort. Any couple looking for an intimate setting for their wedding celebration will find the Thunderbird a perfect choice in wedding venues.

Facilities and Capacity

Perfectly situated amidst beautiful tropical gardens with awe-inspiring views of the beach and Gulf of Mexico, this venue is an excellent choice for a wedding getaway. The Sunset Ballroom is the perfect location to host your intimate dream wedding and reception welcoming up to 50 people. The resort also boasts new appointed guest rooms and suites for you comfort and relaxation.

Services Offered

The Thunderbird Beach Resort offers group rates for you guests based on availability with a minimum of ten rooms or more. Our dedicated Sales Manager, Jennifer will assist you in coordinating this aspect of your event.

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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?

$2,500

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

$2,500

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?

$1,000

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

$1,000

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Chairs
Clean Up
Lighting/Sound
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?

$35

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

Bartender(s)
House Beer
House Liquor

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

2

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

1

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Banquet Hall
Beach
Garden
Historic Building
Hotel
Resort
Waterfront

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?

Accommodations
Bar Services
Clean Up
Outside Vendors
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
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
Premium Liquor
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Altar/Arch
Audio Equipment
Chairs
Chair Covers
Furniture
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December

Reviews of Thunderbird Beach Resort

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The Sunset Ballroom at the Thunderbird Beach Resort is highly recommended by multiple reviewers for wedding receptions. The staff, particularly Indra and Jennifer, were described as extremely kind, helpful, and professional, ensuring a seamless planning process from beginning to end. Guests appreciated the beautiful venue overlooking the Gulf of Mexico, the accommodating atmosphere, and the personalized service provided. Despite last-minute changes due to a hurricane, the wedding was a success thanks to the excellent coordination and support from the venue's staff.

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The Sunset Ballroom at the Thunderbird Beach Resort is highly recommended by multiple reviewers for wedding receptions. The staff, particularly Indra and Jennifer, were described as extremely kind, helpful, and professional, ensuring a seamless planning process from beginning to end. Guests appreciated the beautiful venue overlooking the Gulf of Mexico, the accommodating atmosphere, and the personalized service provided. Despite last-minute changes due to a hurricane, the wedding was a success thanks to the excellent coordination and support from the venue's staff.

Shannon
Shannon Sent on 03/01/2023
5 out of 5 rating

The best day!

Our wedding was exactly what we envisioned. The venue, the guest rooms, the reception room, the beach were all perfect! Indra is simply amazing, super sweet and worked hard to make our day special! Guided us through the process before our wedding, answered all my questions, and the day of was right there making sure everything was as it should be.
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Camille Sent on 06/07/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding Reception

The staff at the Thunderbird were some of the kindest people I have ever met! Indra and Jennifer helped from beginning to end in planning my reception at the Sunset Ballroom. They addressed all my needs and they were responsive and professional every bit of the way. When the vendors wanted to visit the venue to see the space before our reception they were there to help with big smiles on their faces. Not only do I feel like I chose the perfect venue overlooking the Gulf of Mexico, I feel like I met some of the most genuine and kindest souls you could ever meet! I highly recommend the Sunset Ballroom at the Thunderbird Beach Resort!
Camille
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Mary Sent on 06/12/2023
5 out of 5 rating

70’s Party

Excellent venue for a limited party of 50 guests. Room was perfect size and coordinated with event planner to make it truly memorable affair
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Lisa Sent on 01/29/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful ceremony and reception

After hurricane Ian took out our original venue, we turned to wedding wire for last minute help in deciding somewhere new to avoid canceling altogether. We found Thunderbird Beach Resort, they did not disappoint. Our wedding and reception turned out better than anticipated. Indra and Mia were the best. They required planning through Truly Yours, in which Gloria and Claudia were godsend. Thank you all for your help in planning and executing our memorable event without a hitch. Forever grateful!
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Cindy Sent on 10/28/2015
5 out of 5 rating
I don't even know where to start! We decided to get married at a mansion in St. Petersburg, FL (a destination wedding) and wanted our friends and family to all stay in the same place for an affordable rate so that our wedding wasn't just a whirlwind weekend, but could also be a vacation. We drove past the Thunderbird a few times, thinking that it would be way too expensive for our guests, since it was directly on the beach. We decided to stop in to check, and met with Missi Woodruff, who informed us that our guests would each get 20% off of their room rate, and the room rates ranged from $101/night to under $200 for the gulf-view suites! PERFECT! So we informed our guests, and booked up 45 of the 106 rooms for our wedding weekend. Guests started arriving Thursday and Friday, and were able to get to know each other at the pool and Ikki WooWoo's Tiki bar prior to our wedding on Sunday. It is the most laid back and accommodating hotel! They helped us put gift baskets in each of our guests' rooms, helped us with our Trolley sign up sheet, allowed us to host our rehearsal dinner, and accommodated us for a Monday morning brunch for our guests! Missi was such a pleasure to work with and we will continue going to the Thunderbird for years to come - many of our guests are already talking about returning as well! It was exactly what we were looking for for our wedding weekend :)
Carol
Carol Sent on 06/13/2023
4.8 out of 5 rating

Awesome wedding location!

Indra was awesome to work with, and the staff went over and above to make sure we had what we needed, especially the day of the wedding! Our guests loved the atmosphere, especially the music and Tiki Bar, the beach wasn’t crowded, and made a beautiful backdrop for the ceremony!
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