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St. Johns Golf & Country Club
St. Johns Golf & Country Club is a full-service venue with the flexibility to host formal meetings, team bonding activities, golf outings, and personalized special events. They have a variety of spaces; a lakefront event lawn, gorgeous indoor reception, meeting space, outdoor patio, and more. They are the perfect setting for any occasion. Capacity: 300 205 St. Johns Golf Dr., St. Augustine, FL 32092 P: 904-940-3206 www. stjohnsgolf. com
The Yards
The Yards, located in Ponte Vedra Beach, is a premier sports and entertainment venue offering a scenic backdrop for private events, tournaments, and fundraisers. Overlooking their beautifully renovated golf course, the property features two spacious event venues and a meeting space for smaller groups. Beyond golf, The Yards boasts 12 pickleball courts and 10 tennis courts. Capacity: 250 + P: 904-582-8540 254 Alta Mar Dr., Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082 www. playtheyards. com
Third Space Improv
Located 3 blocks from downtown, off U. S. 1, the studio offers a versatile space— with free parking. Ideal for smaller groups, it’ s easily transformed into meeting, training, or classroom space. It can also be used for team building, private shows, or corporate retreats. It includes a stage with a ramp, microphone, large screen and projector, secondary studio, and a mini kitchen. Capacity: 50 200 Malaga St., Ste. 7, St. Augustine, FL 32084 P: 904-342-7299 www. 3rdspaceimprov. com
World Golf Village Resort
Nestled in World Golf Village Resort’ s stunning scenery, King & Bear and Slammer & Squire are perfect for any event. Their sleek meeting spaces blend with sprawling fairways, ideal for conferences or retreats. For celebrations like anniversaries, picture a warm bash with lush views, goldenhour toasts, and cozy, elegant venues tailored to you. Work or joy, memories ignite there! Capacity: Slammer & Squire-140, King & Bear-100 P: 904-940-9279 www. golfwgv. com
Villa Zorayda Museum
Built as a winter residence in 1883, this Moorish Revival building copies the magnificent architecture of the Alhambra Palace in Granada, Spain. Seated dinners for up to 30 guests or cocktail parties for up to 60 guests, the Villa Zorayda Museum is a one-of-a-kind setting for one-of-a-kind events. Capacity: 60 83 King St., St. Augustine, FL 32084 P: 904-829-9887 www. villazorayda. com
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Whitney Laboratory for Marine Bioscience
Located on the St. Johns and Flagler County line, the Whitney Laboratory offers 17,000 square feet of meeting space in a breathtaking coastal setting. The laboratory is a research institute of the University of Florida. Their Center for Marine Studies Building houses a two-story atrium, a 272- seat auditorium, classrooms, and a conference room, each with stunning views of the Matanzas River. Capacity: Dependent upon room choice 9505 N. Oceanshore Blvd., St. Augustine, FL 32080 P: 904-201-8447 www. whitney. ufl. edu / about / facility-rental
Ximenez-Fatio House
Considered one of St. Augustine’ s best-preserved Spanish colonial dwellings, Ximenez-Fatio House is rated the # 1 museum in St. Augustine! The gardens and historic house provide a unique indoor or outdoor setting for your private event. Their award-winning service and inclusive packages make it easy for you to host your special event. Capacity: 150 20 Aviles St., St. Augustine, FL 32084 P: 904-217-0077 www. ximenezfatiohouse. org