12 Best Tampa Rooftop Wedding Venues
Are you thinking of getting married in the Tampa Bay Area and unsure of what venue to choose but want to be outdoors and have some gorgeous views?! Here are a few of our favorites that provide gorgeous scenery at the perfect rooftops. Read more to see our top picks of Tampa, St. Petersburg, and Clearwater rooftop wedding venues!
Top Questions to Ask Your Venue Before Booking
When selecting a venue, it can feel like there are a million and one things that need to be considered before making a decision! Here at MDP Events, we strive to help our couples have the best planning experience possible with the least amount of stress! This is why we have compiled a list of what we think are the most important questions to ask a venue during your initial visit! There are lots of questions that you CAN ask, but these questions ensure that you cover every last detail, so that you can make the best decision for your wedding!
How to Decide What You Need to Rent for Your Wedding Day
Wait! Hang on a second. You mean that I can’t just book a venue and then show up and everything will be beautiful and perfect? I have to rent individual items?! First of all, we hear you! Rentals can seem super overwhelming. Some venues require you to rent all of your items, but many other venues include items. So you have options! Before you panic, check out our blog on Top Questions to Ask Your Venue Before Booking. Let that be your starting point, and then circle back here when you know what your options are from the venue you book. See you soon!
Tips on Tipping Your Vendors
We know you've got questions! Who do I tip? Do I HAVE to tip? How much do I tip? Can I just get them a gift instead? We’re here to help take the awkwardness and guesswork out of gratuities!
Your Wedding Guide To: Bars
If you are having an open bar at your wedding (100% highly recommended), there are a few things to consider regarding aesthetics and guest experience! Whether you are working with your venue or caterer's bartenders, or working with an outside service, you’ll need to decide on the number of bartenders based on your guest count and of course, then bar amounts! And whether your venue has a bar/bars, or not, you’ll want to take note of your options for bar fronts! We will walk you through all of the things you need to know, so that you can make the best decision for your day!
Your Wedding Guide To: Tabletop Rentals
Welcome to our little guide to everything you need to know about tabletop rentals! Whether you have your dream tablescape vision in mind, or you haven’t even started thinking about this yet, we are here to help! We will break it alllll down, and give you the details on linens, flatware, plates, chargers and glassware rentals! So grab your wedding planning binder or notebook, your favorite pen, and your drink of choice, and get ready to dive in!
Your Wedding Guide To: Lighting
Lighting is often a rental category that does not get the attention that it deserves! This is because many people do not fully realize the amount of lighting options available, or how even simple lighting can transform a space. We are here to break down the importance of lighting, fill you in on the types of lighting available, and give you some helpful reminders when making your final decisions!
Your Wedding Guide To: Stages
Whether you’re hiring a DJ or a band, a stage is a great way to add a little something extra to the look and feel of your wedding day! We know that right now you may be undecided on getting one, but after we walk you through everything we know about stages, we think you’ll be dialing the number for your rental company and adding it to your contract!
Your Wedding Guide To: Furniture
Selecting furniture for your wedding day will come down to two categories: needs and wants. You may NEED tables and chairs, but we know you WANT that gorgeous lounge set you saw on your favorite rental company’s insta. We’re going to walk you through the essentials, and the extras, so that you can make the best selections for your luxurious and dreamy big day!
Your Wedding Guide To: Installations
The word “installations” can seem a bit intimidating, but really all that means to you is taking your luxury wedding dreams to the next level. Your Pinterest inspo and your mood board are going to be the starting place to these stunning inspiration collaborations! We won’t lie, it’s going to take a team to pull this together, but when it comes together, you and your guests will be blown away. So let’s chat about all things installations, and get those creative ideas flowing!
Your Wedding Guide To: Tents
Tents provide a tremendous amount of versatility to your wedding day! We know the topic can be a bit overwhelming…What size? What type? What am I forgetting? Trust us, you can totally tackle this! We will lay it all out, so you know exactly what you need, and what not to forget! So go and book that dream venue location, and then come back here for the rundown on how to select the perfect tent!
Your Wedding Guide To: Dance Floors
If your venue does not come with a designated hardwood or tile dance floor area, then this blog is for you! And if your venue does have a designated dance floor area and you don’t like how it looks, this blog is for you too! We’ve got the details on sizing the dance floor for your guest count, choosing the perfect style dance floor, and a few tips that you will want to remember when making your decisions!
Tips for Having Your Pet Be A Part of Your Wedding Day
Are you thinking about having your dog at your wedding, but you’re not 100% sure it’s a good idea? Or maybe you know they HAVE to be there, but you’re not sure how to pull it off. And what about making sure that you go with a dog friendly wedding venue? Logistically it seems like having a wedding with a dog can get a bit complicated, but rest assured, we have the tips, tricks and resources to make sure that your furry family members can be included in your big day!
Sue & Chad’s Tropical Paradise Beach Wedding at Sunset Beach Resort
Sue and Chad had their wedding at the cozy, coastal Sunset Beach Resort, a venue that is the perfect for beach ceremonies and intimate receptions located in Siesta Key, Florida! Though the days, weeks and even hours leading up to Sue and Chad’s big day presented many challenges, they faced and overcame every obstacle together. The day was a true testament to the incredible love that Sue and Chad share, and that their friends and family have for them!
Julia & Tyler’s Grand Romantic Wedding at The Ringling
Julia and Tyler had their wedding at the extraordinary John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art. With its stunning courtyard and expansive art gallery, Sarasota’s Ringling is the perfect place for a wedding styled with artistic elegance and pure romance. But for all of its splendor, not even The Ringling could match the beauty of Julia and Tyler’s love for one another!
Amy & Francis’ Enchanted Garden Wedding at New College
Amy and Francis had their wedding at stunning New College of Florida's Historic College Hall. With Sarasota waterfront views and open skies, the stage was set for a wedding to remember! In spite of Florida’s unpredictable weather that brought a bit of rain, the overall day was spectacular and the sunset was breathtaking. The energy and love that Amy and Francis brought to their day was contagious! From guests to vendors, everyone could feel the love in the air and knew that even rain couldn’t dampen the energy coming from this lovely couple!
Toni & Carter’s Chic Boho Wedding at The Barn at The Edison
Toni and Carter had their wedding at The Barn at The Edison in Dade City Florida, an eclectic venue that offers charming elegance and a great backdrop for fun and personal details! The puffy clouds added to the whimsical atmosphere of the day, and the blank slate of the location enhanced the moody yet edgy vibes our couple was going for! Not only did our couple have a unique and fun wedding day, but it was also a day filled with lots and lots of details that were personal to them! Our favorite!
Planner’s Perspective: Why We Love a First Look
Maybe you have already decided that you want that magical moment when your eyes meet while you’re walking down the aisle. You’ve waited your whole life for this moment and NO ONE is going to convince you to do a first look. We hear you. Or maybe you love the idea of a first look, and you need help getting your spouse-to-be, or well-meaning family on board. We hear you too. We’re going to share with you everything we know about the first look debate, and share with you why we personally love a first look, so that you can make the absolute best decision for your big day.
Planner’s Perspective: Photo and Video Tips
It can be challenging to decide between wants and needs on a wedding day, so we’re going to share with you all about the must-haves, and the extras, for photography and videography from a planning perspective!
Alex & Robert’s Modern Romantic Wedding at Hotel Haya
Alex and Robert had their wedding at the modern-industrial Hotel Haya in St. Petersburg, Florida, which boasts a chic, blank-slate ballroom that can be transformed into any modern couple’s dream wedding space. Not even the Florida spring showers could dampen the joy felt by all who were in attendance that day. Alex and Robert are truly some of the kindest people that we have ever worked with, and their endless love and joy for one another is inspiring.