Are there wedding bells in your future? The Alabama Gulf Coast is the perfect place to tie the knot! Here are our top picks for the perfect place to say “I do.”

1. Coastal Arts Center of Orange Beach. This gorgeous waterfront location is the perfect spot for your big day. The art gallery features a 5,000 square foot main hall, catering kitchen, and separate bride and groom dressing areas. The manicured grounds are complete with a stage overlooking Wolf Bay and moss draped oaks. This beautiful venue offers amazing sunsets that make for capturing the perfect photo on your big day.
2. The Port at Zeke’s. This picturesque new venue offers the perfect coastal backdrop for tying the knot. This 7,000 square foot event space features a container bar and bridge bar, observation deck, full size kitchen and separate dressing areas for brides and groom. The floor-to-ceiling windows offer panoramic views of Cotton Bayou even if the weather doesn’t cooperate.
3. Heron Pointe at The Wharf. This stunning event space overlooking the Intracoastal Waterway and The Wharf Marina will remind you of a Southern plantation. The classic architecture makes this the perfect choice for any elegant affair. The venue can hold up to 400 guests and there are countless photo opportunities on property at The Wharf.
4. Perdido Beach Resort. This resort has it all and will be your one stop shop for creating the perfect wedding weekend. They offer a wide variety of wedding venues in order to suit different needs and budgets. They have both indoor and outdoor wedding facilities which can accommodate intimate or large weddings. No matter if you choose the beach, the beach deck or terrace, or a ballroom- your big day will be so special.
5. On the Beach. It doesn’t matter if you want to plan your nuptials yourself or hire a full-service wedding coordinator, there’s no better backdrop to say “I Do” than on the beach itself! The sugar white sand and the crashing waves make for the most romantic setting for weddings big and small. Make sure you have a weather plan and be mindful of hurricane season too. Most importantly, make sure that you have the proper permits for your event. Find more information for beach wedding permits in Orange Beach here and for Gulf Shores here.
6. Orange Beach Senior Center. If your budget doesn’t allow for renting the Coastal Arts Center then a great alternative with the same beautiful view of Wolf Bay is the Orange Beach Senior Center. This facility is located adjacent to the Orange Beach library on Canal Road and is available to rent for events of all sizes. This waterfront property features a multi-purpose room that’s perfect for receptions, a kitchen, screened porch, and a rear garden area overlooking the water. The maximum number of guests is 100 people.
7. The Lodge at Gulf State Park. This Hilton property features an array of ceremony and reception venue options ranging from their 12,000 square foot ballroom with floor to ceiling windows overlooking the Gulf of Mexico to smaller outdoor terraces or beachfront ceremonies. This full service wedding location will provide you the expertise to flawlessly execute your dream day. All wedding packages are customized to meet your needs and budget.
8. Turquoise Place. This stunning, luxury wedding destination overlooking the Gulf of Mexico is a memorable venue to start your life with your partner. This spacious venue features more than 8,000 square feet of space and several options for your ceremony and reception wishes. Their amazing staff will take the stress our of planning your event as well.

If you try one of our recommendations, we’d love to see and hear about your experiences. Email us at girlsonthegulf@gmail.com or find us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, & Pinterest. Make sure to tell them the Girls on the Gulf sent you!

Xoxo,

Ginger & Crawford 

Your go-to girls for food, fun, & sun on the Alabama Gulf Coast

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