Lightner Museum - Weddings & Events

Lightner Museum - Weddings & Events Formerly the Alcazar Hotel, the Lightner Museum continues the tradition of providing unique spaces f

Formerly the Alcazar Hotel, the Lightner Museum continues the tradition of providing unique spaces for special events. Built in 1888 as an entertainment center for the luxurious Ponce de Leon Hotel, it was visited by more than 25,000 guests. Countless more used the recreational facilities of the Casino and the world’s largest indoor swimming pool. Now, the former Pool and Mezzanine can accommodate

sit down dinners, receptions, dancing, and a variety of entertainment for up to 400 guests. A spacious outdoor terrace, weather permitting, can be used for additional seating. The Grand Ballroom Gallery is suitable for cocktails or passed hors d’oeuvres for 400. For up to 250 guests, the front lobby is perfect for a ceremony and light reception. The carefully restored library and board room provide a quiet, elegant spot for an intimate dinner or special celebration. For an incomparable experience in a world-class setting that is listed on the Register of Historic Places and has hosted celebrations for 125 years, consider the Lightner Museum for your special event.

A wedding day is made up of so many different moments.⁠⁠Some are quiet and personal. Others are loud, joyful, and shared...
06/14/2026

A wedding day is made up of so many different moments.⁠
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Some are quiet and personal. Others are loud, joyful, and shared with everyone in the room. Alexis and Spencer seemed to savor both, creating a celebration that felt genuine from beginning to end.⁠
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Alexis + Spencer, 1.30.26⁠maddox ⁠
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*Some areas inside of the Museum may not be available for photos during certain dates or times, depending on the Museum schedule.

These are the sleek, high-end details we live for: a gorgeous dress with a little sparkle, a big, beautiful wedding part...
06/13/2026

These are the sleek, high-end details we live for: a gorgeous dress with a little sparkle, a big, beautiful wedding party dressed to the nines, and a romantic, candlelit ceremony. Past all the flawless styling, it was just a day of pure, uncontained excitement from start to finish. ⁠
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Alexis + Spencer, 1.30.26⁠maddox ⁠
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*The City of St. Augustine manages photography permits for the courtyards and loggia around the Lightner Museum. Their rules and regulations apply, and they control the availability of these spaces. Please speak to our team for more details and contact information for the City Event Manager.

One of the biggest benefits of our Intimate Wedding Package is simplicity.⁠⁠Instead of coordinating countless moving pie...
06/11/2026

One of the biggest benefits of our Intimate Wedding Package is simplicity.⁠
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Instead of coordinating countless moving pieces, couples can enjoy a streamlined planning process with many of the major wedding-day essentials already in place. That leaves more room to focus on the fun details, like a beautiful color palette, meaningful personal touches, and celebrating with the people you love most.⁠
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Alyssa and Phoenix’s wedding featured a soft blue, white, and greenery design that felt timeless from ceremony to reception, and the couple’s reaction to seeing the room for the first time says it all.⁠
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Alyssa + Phoenix, 2.15.2026⁠
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Venue: Lightner Museum | Wedding & Event Venue ⁠
Planners: Event + Wedding Planning | St. Augustine, FL
Caterers: Legacy Catering⁠
Florist:
Bakery: Arlene Fores ⁠
Photo + Video: Life and Love Studio
Rentals: SJI Event Rentals
Ceremony Music: Adagio Strings ⁠
Entertainment: DJ Bill Jones ⁠
Hair + Makeup: NORTHEAST FL EVENT HAIR/MUA
Photo Booth: North Florida Photobooth ⁠
Transportation: OldCityPristineMotorcarsLLC

One of the biggest benefits of our Intimate Wedding Package is simplicity.⁠⁠Instead of coordinating countless moving pie...
06/11/2026

One of the biggest benefits of our Intimate Wedding Package is simplicity.⁠
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Instead of coordinating countless moving pieces, couples can enjoy a streamlined planning process with many of the major wedding-day essentials already in place. That leaves more room to focus on the fun details, like a beautiful color palette, meaningful personal touches, and celebrating with the people you love most.⁠
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Alyssa and Phoenix's wedding featured a soft blue, white, and greenery design that felt timeless from ceremony to reception, and the couple's reaction to seeing the room for the first time says it all.⁠
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Alyssa + Phoenix, 2.15.2026⁠
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There was such an ease to Alyssa and Phoenix throughout their wedding day.⁠⁠The beautiful portraits, the emotional first...
06/10/2026

There was such an ease to Alyssa and Phoenix throughout their wedding day.⁠
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The beautiful portraits, the emotional first look, the laughter, the celebration...It all felt natural and completely true to who they are as a couple. These are the kinds of galleries that remind us how much the in-between moments matter.⁠
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Alyssa + Phoenix, 2.15.2026⁠
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*Some areas inside of the Museum may not be available for photos during certain dates or times, depending on the Museum schedule.⁠
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*The City of St. Augustine manages photography permits for the courtyards and loggia around the Lightner Museum. Their rules and regulations apply, and they control the availability of these spaces. Please speak to our team for more details and contact information for the City Event Manager.

A Valentine's Day wedding, reimagined.⁠⁠Instead of the expected reds and pinks, Anastasia and Dillion opted for white ro...
06/09/2026

A Valentine's Day wedding, reimagined.⁠
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Instead of the expected reds and pinks, Anastasia and Dillion opted for white roses, candlelight, disco balls, and a timeless black-and-white palette. Romantic, elegant, and just the right amount of fun.⁠
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Anastasia + Dillon, 2.14.2026⁠solomou .dillon ⁠
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Anastasia's gown was stunning from every angle. The texture, the dramatic train, and the way her veil caught the light t...
06/08/2026

Anastasia's gown was stunning from every angle. The texture, the dramatic train, and the way her veil caught the light throughout the day created such a timeless bridal look.⁠
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Some dresses are beautiful on a hanger. Others seem to come to life once the bride puts them on. This was definitely the latter.⁠
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Anastasia + Dillon, 2.14.2026⁠solomou .dillon ⁠
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*The City of St. Augustine manages photography permits for the courtyards and loggia around the Lightner Museum. Their rules and regulations apply, and they control the availability of these spaces. Please speak to our team for more details and contact information for the City Event Manager.⁠

*Some areas inside of the Museum may not be available for photos during certain dates or times, depending on the Museum schedule.

This was the kind of wedding day where love was present in every frame. 🤍 ⁠⁠From the quiet moments together to the celeb...
06/07/2026

This was the kind of wedding day where love was present in every frame. 🤍 ⁠
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From the quiet moments together to the celebrations that followed, these two never seemed to stop smiling. The joy, excitement, and genuine affection between them carried through every part of the day, from "I do" to the last dance.⁠
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Ardis + Caitlin, 11.15.2025 ⁠
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*Some areas inside of the Museum may not be available for photos during certain dates or times, depending on the Museum schedule.⁠
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*The City of St. Augustine manages photography permits for the courtyards and loggia around the Lightner Museum. Their rules and regulations apply, and they control the availability of these spaces. Please speak to our team for more details and contact information for the City Event Manager.

This reception design struck such a beautiful balance between classic and personal. Inside the Historic Pool at the Ligh...
06/05/2026

This reception design struck such a beautiful balance between classic and personal. Inside the Historic Pool at the Lightner Museum, a mix of round and rectangular tables gave the room dimension, while soft blue accents and French toile details added a timeless feel throughout the space.⁠
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And then there were the smaller details that made the night feel distinctly theirs, like the miniature airplane bottle opener favors as a subtle nod to the couple’s careers as pilots. Thoughtful touches like these always make a wedding feel that much more memorable.⁠
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Emily + Arthur, 1.16.2026⁠

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This reception design struck such a beautiful balance between classic and personal. Inside the Historic Pool at the Ligh...
06/05/2026

This reception design struck such a beautiful balance between classic and personal. Inside the Historic Pool at the Lightner Museum, a mix of round and rectangular tables gave the room dimension, while soft blue accents and French toile details added a timeless feel throughout the space.⁠
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And then there were the smaller details that made the night feel distinctly theirs, like the miniature airplane bottle opener favors as a subtle nod to the couple’s careers as pilots. Thoughtful touches like these always make a wedding feel that much more memorable.⁠
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Emily + Arthur, 1.16.2026⁠
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Entertainment + Photo Booth: ⁠
Hair: ⁠
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