Situated directly along picturesque Bayshore Boulevard in South Tampa, the Tampa Garden Club offers couples a serene waterfront sanctuary enveloped in ancient live oaks and blooming subtropical gardens. For Jessica and Evan’s midsummer wedding, a refreshing organic color palette of crisp white, verdant botanical greens, and subtle metallic gold brought the beauty of the outdoors inside. To accentuate the venue’s soaring ballroom ceilings and waterfront views, Gabro Event Services designed custom ceiling drapery, wall draping, and warm candlelight lighting that elevated the space into a regal garden soiree.
A Sacred Ceremony Followed by Bayshore Boulevard Charm
The couple began their wedding day in downtown Tampa with a traditional Catholic mass at the historic Sacred Heart Catholic Church, exchanging vows amid grand marble columns and stained-glass masterworks. Following the ceremony, the wedding party made an impromptu celebratory stop at South Tampa’s beloved On Swann restaurant before heading to the Tampa Garden Club.
Nestled on the shores of Hillsborough Bay, the club’s manicured grounds provided a peaceful setting for timeless bridal portraits beneath moss-draped oak trees.
Accentuating High Ceilings with Flowing White Draping
Transforming a community garden club into a high-end luxury ballroom requires deliberate design expertise. Jessica and Evan wanted to highlight the main hall’s impressive vertical height without overwhelming its natural charm.
Gabro Event Services installed graceful swaths of pure white ceiling fabric radiating outward to the perimeter walls, softening the architecture and creating an intimate atmosphere. Tall golden pillar vases held sculptural arrangements of wild ferns and hanging glass tea light globes, filling the air with romantic, twinkling candlelight.
An Authentic Italian Feast and Live Music Under the Stars
Family, fine cuisine, and live entertainment took center stage as the evening unfolded. Amici’s Catered Cuisine served an exquisite seated dinner that drew rave reviews from guests, while Josh Walther & The Phase 5 Band energized the crowd with seamless musical sets that filled the dance floor all night.
The harmonious fusion of tailored ceiling fabric, professional lighting, and thoughtful botanical styling by Gabro Event Services provided Jessica and Evan with an unforgettable South Tampa wedding celebration.
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Wedding Credits
- Ceremony Venue: Sacred Heart Catholic Church
- Reception Venue: Tampa Garden Club
- Photographer: Marc Edwards Photographs
- Draping and Lighting: Gabro Event Services
- Videographer: Hearts Video
- Florist: The Potting Shed
- Caterer: Amici’s Catered Cuisine
- Cake: Alessi Bakery
- Live Band: Phase 5 Band
- Bar Service: Spunky Spirits
