Fort Zachary Taylor State Park Reviews
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4.9 out of 5 rating
101 Reviews
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Kristina B. Sent on 04/17/2024Perfect venue for the Best. Day. Ever.
We LOVED the venue, the beachfront and the fort.
The cocktail hour on the rooftop was a perfect location to enjoy a Key West Sunset! Taylor and Kirsten were super easy to work with - I recommend the Month of Coordinator to assist with planning.
I also recommend the golf cart add on for running guests to the restroom. Our 3 day event in Key West ended with the most awesome ceremony on the beach and reception in the Fort! Loved this venue and working with Taylor! -
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Nicolette C. Sent on 04/25/2024
A fairytale
This wedding venue dream come true. The ceremony on the beach was breathtakingly set up. The reception in the fortress was so beyond cool and looked gorgeous all set up. The cocktail hour on top of the fort for sunset was incredible. Working with taylor as my month of coordinator was amazing she was so communicative, her timelines were impeccable and she took care of my every need and dream and took care of us throughout the night. -
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Alyssa T. Sent on 04/17/2024The most perfect day ever
We toured a few places that could hold 100+ guests. Fort Zachary was the first venue we toured, and we left saying “This is going to be hard to beat”. We knew we wanted the sunset as the backdrop and being directly on the beach was an added plus. We were worried about all the spectators being around, but when we were in the moment, it was just us, our families, and friends. It was the absolute perfect spot for us to exchange our vows.
Fort Zach offers a variety of planner options. Since we are out of state, we opted for the Full Service option.Kirsten was so fun to work with! She grasped my vision and ran with it. I was stunned with the design board she created for us months before the wedding, and I can’t believe how she turned that vision into a real-life masterpiece. Myself, my husband, and our guests were blown away when we walked up to our beach reception. The completed tiki hut also added to the atmosphere. She helped keep us organized while we were planning a wedding out of state, which we were thankful for.
The weather was perfect. The sunset was the most beautiful sunset we had ever seen that night (and we visit Key West often). Our vendors were all amazing. We wish could live the night over again! -
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Michael F. Sent on 04/17/2024
Excellent in every way
Kirsten and the rest of the FT Zach team are amazing to work with. We were provided exactly what we requested and more. Besides being a wonderful person, she is VERY good at what she does and we felt treated as though we were her only clients. The beach location was immaculate for our wedding ceremony and truly lived up to our hopes and vision. -
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Hayley Sent on 10/31/2023Absolutely incredible
We were planning a destination wedding and had no idea what we were doing. I contacted Fort Zach and they contacted me within a day. Kirstin reached out to me and we started the planning process. I will say, there is no way I could have done it without her. If you are thinking about hiring a planner, hire her. She is incredible. For example, the day of my wedding was pretty windy, minutes before I was going to walk down the aisle, she noticed my hair was down, she rearranged the wedding party so that the wind wouldn’t blow my hair in my face the entire time. It was such a subtle adjustment but it made such a difference. All of her recommendations were spot on. The only regret I have is that I didn’t let her plan my reception as well (we had our reception somewhere else). Our wedding was absolutely perfect and I owe most of that to her and the staff at Fort Zach. I will recommend them to anyone and everyone, it was the best day of our lives. -
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Melissa S. Sent on 11/11/2023
Dream come true
Fort Zachary was a dream come true! Our wedding planner Kirsten was absolutely incredible. A fairy Godmother who made our wedding more beautiful than we even imagined. We were a little nervous planning a wedding from PA. Kirsten was there for us through every decision which made me feel comfortable and not stressed while planning. When our wedding weekend arrived we finally met face to face after all our conversations it felt like meeting up with a best friend. Starting with our night before party, to the wedding, to a sandbar boat trip the day after Kirsten pulled it all off with perfection. We truly could have never pulled this off without her by our side. A million thank yous would never be enough for making our wedding weekend absolute perfection! -
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Dillon H. Sent on 04/16/2024Beach Wedding of my DREAMS!
My husband & I got married in January 2024 at Fort Zachary Taylor State Park. After a very long engagement, we decided to be adventurous with our wedding plans by inviting our closest friends & family on a cruise. The first stop was in Key West, FL and we decided that everyone's "activity" for the day would be our wedding & reception! Because we had limited time in Key West, I needed to find a flexible venue for both ceremony & reception, easily accessible from the port, affordable, and most importantly... beautiful. Fort Zachary Taylor was the perfect spot!
While I didn't see the venue/park before the wedding, I got a good sense of it based on online materials and from information shared by Kirsten & her team. I requested wedding planning services from Kirsten, and it was the best decision I made during the wedding planning process. She was always available to talk, directed me to the best vendors, and more. She helped put my mind at ease, and made sure that I was thinking about all of the details (for myself, my husband & my guests)!
The day of the wedding was perfect. Not only was the beach BEAUTIFUL, but so was the entire setup that I had been planning for months. Everything came together just as I had imagined it. Even my guests were blown away by how nice everything was. The weather was perfect, the details were well executed, and Kirsten ensured we were on schedule the entire time (which was very helpful).
All of this to say, I highly recommend Fort Zachary Taylor (& Kirsten) if you're looking to have a wedding on the beach in Key West, FL! -
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Emily R. Sent on 01/23/2024
Fort Zachary Taylor: Where Dreams Meet Realities!
Choosing Fort Zachary Taylor as our wedding venue was one of the best decisions we made for our special day. From the initial planning stages to the magical moments of our wedding celebration, the team at Fort Zachary Taylor proved to be an invaluable asset in creating a day that exceeded our wildest dreams.
Flexibility was a cornerstone of our experience with the venue. The team went above and beyond to accommodate our requests and preferences, making the entire planning process a breeze. Their willingness to work with us on every detail ensured that our vision for the day was seamlessly translated into reality. It was evident that they genuinely cared about making our wedding uniquely ours.
Communication was another standout aspect of our experience. The team at Fort Zachary Taylor was not only prompt and professional but also incredibly warm and approachable. Their responsiveness and openness to our questions and ideas made us feel confident and supported throughout the entire journey. It's the kind of communication that transforms the stress of wedding planning into a collaborative and enjoyable experience.
The venue itself served as a breathtaking backdrop for our wedding. The historic charm of Fort Zachary Taylor, coupled with its stunning waterfront location, created a romantic and timeless atmosphere. Our guests were captivated by the beauty of the surroundings, and every corner of the venue provided a picturesque setting for our celebration.
In summary, Fort Zachary Taylor is not just a venue; it's a canvas upon which dreams are painted. With a team that is flexible, easy to work with, and exceptional in communication, our wedding day unfolded seamlessly against the backdrop of this historic gem. Our heartfelt thanks to Fort Zachary Taylor for playing a pivotal role in making our wedding an unforgettable and visually stunning experience. -
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Natalie S. Sent on 03/03/2022Beautiful & Kirsten was wonderful
We got married at Fort Zach in Feb 2022 and hired Kirsten to coordinate. She is the wedding coordinator that actually works at the Fort. We were married at the point, and it was gorgeous. Kirsten helped with everything and made it all a breeze. Highly recommend! -
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Zahraa M. Sent on 03/03/2022Awesome wedding planner
We saw the venue end of March beginning of April of 2021 and decided it was the perfect venue! We decided Nov 5, 2021 would be our wedding date, so essentially we only had 7 months to plan a wedding. Kirsten helped us pick the right DJ, cake options, food catering company (even though we had already loved and picked catered affairs before the tasting).
Kirsten was thorough and was there day and night with all of our questions. I had a budget and Kirsten managed to keep that budget below 20k and for that I am grateful.
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Ryan B. Sent on 04/05/2022
Significantly exceeded my expectation!
Fort Zachary is a phenomenal wedding venue it was like getting 3 different venues in one! We decided to go with beach for our ceremony, The top of the fortress at sunset for cocktail hour and inside the fortress for plated family style sit down dinner. Not only were the views amazing from being on the beach enjoying water but wow Key West sunsets are phenomenal!
Besides the absolutely gorgeous venue, one of the benefits of getting married at Fort Zachary is being able to work/hire Kirsten! She is phenomenal with the details leading up to the day. She works with the different vendor, gives excellent recommendations, ensures your vision comes to life perfectly, day of coordination, wedding schedule anything and everything so it will be a stress-free memorable day! I could NEVER think about doing this without her and will be forever grateful for her expertise.
Overall we would give Fort Zachary a 10 out of 10! If you were looking for a Key West destination wedding look no further! -
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Angela Sent on 08/08/2020A Dream Come True
I cannot say enough about Fort Zachary Taylor State Park as our venue and Kirsten as our wedding planner. After planning and waiting for our dream wedding on April 4, 2020, we were postponed due to Covid-19 only 3 weeks prior to our wedding date. Kirsten was quick to help us find a postponement date, coordinate with the rest of my vendors, and get everything moved over to the new date without charging us a single fee. Furthermore, even though I only hired Kirsten for a "Day of" planner, she continue to check on me throughout the quarantine, and answered all of questions throughout the 4 month postponement and helped me to change my reception venue to the fortress (since now we were in Sea Turtle season) guiding me with rental suggestions along the way.
4 Days before our new wedding date, our wedding was threatened with Hurricane Isaias... Kirsten kept me calm, while quietly researching alternative venues for us in the event we needed a "Plan C;" A direct hurricane hit. Ultimately my husband and I decided we weren't ready to give up the dream and held steady for Fort Zach praying for the best. Kirsten stood by us the entire way.
Fast forward to the event and we could not have asked for better weather or a more perfect day. Everything went off without a hitch!
We had a gorgeous beach ceremony at the point, followed by cocktail hour on the wall of the fortress watching the sunset with our guests. The reception was in the fortress. Everything was absolutely stunning from start to finish. Kirsten coordinated with the vendors to bring my vision to life and I could not have imagined a more stunning, perfect, and amazing wedding. It truly was a dream come true and far surpassed all of my expectations. All of the guests are still talking about how perfect the entire event was from décor, to food, to entertainment, and even more amazed that I was able to fully pull off an event that was so magical from afar, sight unseen.
If you are considering Fort Zachary Taylor for your wedding, DO NOT HESITATE! You will NOT be disappointed!
Thank you, Kirsten, for helping to see our dreams come true!!
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Penny S. Sent on 12/17/2019The PERFECT wedding!!!!
We had our wedding and reception at Fort Zachary and could not be happier!!!! It was absolutely perfect...Kirsten Corpion is just the most amazing wedding coordinator ever!!!! I seriously could not have asked for a better day. Solaris photography and videographer were awesome!! Rev Liz Weinstein was the best!!! I could go on and on.. The staff is the best and so attentive. I wish I could relive the day. -
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Erika Sent on 11/29/2019
Dream Wedding
Unbelievable experience. Working with their planner Kirsten was so easy, she was always willing to help, gave great advice, and became a friend through it all. Coming from 1800 miles away, there’s no way I could have done this alone. I had full trust in the vendors, and they delivered above and beyond. The ceremony looked like something out of a fantasy, the reception was unbelievable, the staff were phenomenal. I am still getting compliments and several “that was the best and most beautiful wedding I’ve ever been to”. I wish I could repeat the night 1000 times over. -
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Jennifer B. Sent on 05/31/2019Wouldn't change a thing!
R2/The Point @ FZT was a great spot and exactly what we envisioned for our May 6, 2019 private sunset elopement. Since it was short notice (3 weeks) and we were traveling from NH we hired Kirsten Corpion as our planner too. Kirsten far exceed all our expectations and made sure every detail was covered and works with the best vendors. -
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Kari Sent on 04/20/2019First class service!
Kristen Corpion was wonderful from the very beginning when we booked our date and just continued to escalate her awesomeness up to the moment of the ceremony!!!! She made herself available as an incredible resource. She even surprised me with a very personal touch on our special day. She also checked on us when the weather went wind, thunder and lightning. Super good KW vibes!!!!! So happy with everything!!!! Thank you Kristen for going above and beyond!!!!! XOXO -
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Ashley Sent on 06/12/2019Wedding and Reception Fort Zach April 2019
We had our wedding and reception at Fort Zach in April. It was absolutely an amazing experience! We planned our wedding from miles away in Indiana through phone and email conversation with Kirsten, the special event director and our wedding coordinator. She was so responsive and experienced with all local vendors which put our minds at ease (especially since we had not been to Key West before!). We really felt taken care of with her as our coordinator and this feeling allowed us to relax and enjoy our wedding day to the fullest. I was beyond impressed with how beautiful the beach cafe was when decorated with string lighting and our tables. We remember sitting at our sweetheart table during dinner and just looking out at all of our guests having a great time. This solidified how happy we were to have picked Fort Zach and Kirsten for our wedding and reception venue! We cannot thank them enough! -
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Betsy Sent on 03/07/2019Perfect day
We just got married 3/3/19 at Fort Zachary Taylor park, and I cannot recommend it strongly enough. We had never been to the park before our rehearsal and planned it from out of state. We opted to utilize their day of planner service, but Kirsten was always responsive to my emails/texts/calls and made everything go so smoothly. We were married at R2 (The Point) and had our reception at the Beach Cafe. The setting was gorgeous, and my parents commented on how great Kirsten was at making everything run well. I wouldn't change a thing, and I cannot recommend Fort Zach and Kirsten highly enough! -
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Katie G. Sent on 03/25/2019The best venue hands down in Key West!!!
This venue was the most magical venue we could have ever had for our destination wedding! We got married at the Basilica of Saint Mary Star of the Sea and had the reception inside the fortress. I've gotta say, I was always hesitant to have an outdoor reception because I never trust the weather....it is part of the reason we chose the Fort, because we could at least have some partial cover in the event it rained. But, I'm happy to say it didn't, and that we had the MOST AMAZING sunset ever with the PERFECT VIEWS from the Fort!!! This place has historic charm and stunning sunsets! People are still talking about how awesome this venue was, it was that amazing! Kirsten and her team are absolutely awesome, so easy to work with, and they made our special day truly wonderful! We wouldn't have changed a thing :) -
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Katie K. Sent on 06/05/2019A Key West Wedding at its best authentic self.
Having met while living in Key West, it was so important to my husband and I to give our visiting family and friends an authentic experience of the island over our wedding weekend. Despite being encouraged to consider hotels, I wanted a venue that would comfortable fit our 200 guests and provide a true Keys experience. The obvious choice was Fort Zach! If you're not from Key West and reading this- there are hotels in your hometown with indoor conference centers. If you are getting married in Key West- spring for one of the island's unique venues- Fort Zach, Hemingway Home, Truman Little White House, the Audubon House, or West Martello Tower. Of those historic properties- there's only one with a beach, sunset, and gorgeous fortress- plus you can customize your food menu and brining in whatever decor you want. Kirsten and her team are amazing! She went above and beyond when our wedding planner dumped us last minute and left me in a lurch 3 weeks out. Not only did she ease my stress but she put me in touch with the right people for the job and took my calls while she was on vacation. She went above and beyond! As a result, our wedding was gorgeous, fun, and seriously the best weekend/ night of my life! -
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Emilee Sent on 01/11/2019
Perfect wedding at the beach & fortress!
FZT was our chosen site for our ceremony and reception. We're from NC and we booked our entire wedding from afar...without seeing or meeting anyone in person. Sounds crazy but that's us! This process was guided and made easy by FZT's event coordinator, Kirsten Corpion. She's phenomenal. She knows the in and outs of the wedding business and she knows everyone in Key West. Without her, our wedding planning experience could have been a nightmare. Our ceremony was on the beach and the reception was at the Fortress, both on site at FZT. I cannot speak enough about the beauty and uniqueness of this venue as a whole. Many of our guests told us this was the best wedding they have ever attended! Our wedding day was perfect and everything we imagined and more. If you want a beach wedding in Key West, FZT is the place. I enjoyed the fortress for our reception because it was beautiful and a more formal contrast to the beach. I felt like we had the best of both worlds. 10/10 recommend! Thank you FZT and Kirsten!
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