Think Unique: 4 Out-of-the-Ordinary Ft Lauderdale Wedding Venues

Couples looking for an "outside the box" venue have lots of options in Fort Lauderdale. You'll find everything from sweep-you-off-your-feet romantic escapes to quirky art installations...there's even a haunted hideaway! Check out some of the unique wedding spots that this fun, accessible city has to offer.


Riverside Hotel

Fort Lauderdale, FL

Venue Superpowers:

Historic Style

Riverfront Ceremonies

Skyline Views

Fab Features: elegant riverfront property on hip Las Olas Boulevard which blends historic style with modern comfort • exchange vows on a waterfront patio surrounded by swaying palms and overlooking majestic yachts • party in one of their two ballrooms—both of which open onto their own decks with spectacular views of the Fort Lauderdale skyline

Catering: In-house
Price: $$ • $$$
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Funky Buddha Brewery Private Event Space

Fort Lauderdale, FL

Venue Superpowers:

Industrial-Chic

Fun & Funky

Award-Winning Beers

Fab Features: cool industrial-chic brewery that exudes the funky charm of South Florida • ceremonies in the cozy Barrel Room, followed by dining & dancing in the expansive reception hall, with its massive skylights, exposed brick and wood accents, and colorful décor • custom bar packages feature a full program of wine, cocktails, seltzer, liquor, and their award-winning beers

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$
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The Historic Maxwell Room

Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Venue Superpowers:

Mediterranean Revival Architecture

1920s Speakeasy Vibes

Private Courtyard

Fab Feature: this 1920s building was once a penny arcade used as a cover for a speakeasy during prohibition • the original brick archways and colonnades retain the artsy feel of old Fort Lauderdale • al fresco ceremonies beside the seawall in the cloistered courtyard, which is also ideal for a nightcap and stargazing

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$
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Farmer's Table - Boca Raton

Boca Raton, FL

Venue Superpowers:

Locally Sourced Cuisine

Pool View Terrace

Warm, Welcoming Vibes

Fab Feature: delectable, responsibly sourced menus • celebrate in the gorgeous, oak-paneled Oak Room or the light-filled, contemporary ballroom with a tropical "terrace-in-the-round" overlooking the pool • warm, neighborhood feel and prime location adjacent to the Wyndam Hotel

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$
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