A married couple on the beach

Weddings & Special Events

Are you looking for the romance of a beach wedding, framed by the sun setting into the turquoise waters of the Gulf of Mexico? Consider Mexico Beach for your beach wedding. Whether the ceremony is on the sand or in a chapel just beyond the dunes, we can help you plan your ideal wedding.

Sometimes you stumble over a place ideally suited for life’s special occasions. For the perfect destination wedding, that place is Mexico Beach. A wide band of white sand edged by sea oats borders the calm, clean, emerald waters. Boardwalks span rolling dunes and provide dramatic walkways to and from beach venues. Every day, the sun sets over the Gulf of Mexico in spectacular fashion and paints a once-in-a-lifetime backdrop in the western sky. Without a doubt, this little beach town is a wedding planner’s dream come true.

Maybe that’s why there are so many outstanding regional event services providers. Local professionals supply everything your destination wedding requires—planning services, flowers, photography, entertainment, tent and chair rentals, cakes, catering, and much more! Many property management companies, inns, and motels are happy to help with family and guest accommodations, as well as other details for your big day. One local inn even offers a private Victorian wedding chapel that overlooks the Gulf of Mexico.


Beauty


  • Beach Barber Shop
    850-648-2020

    If you are looking for a traditional style barbering service here on the beach, look no further. Enjoy the nostalgia of a hot, straight-razor shave in a relaxing environment. Come in and enjoy a cup of coffee or a cold beverage, read the paper, watch the news and get a haircut, complete with a neck shave and a head/neck massage. Walk-ins only, call for operating hours. Find us on Facebook! *Discounts offered for seniors and active-duty military members. Located next to Gulf Foods.

    Email Address:
    katiek508@yahoo.com

    900 C Highway 98, Mexico Beach, FL 32410
  • Hair Designs By Rose
    850-648-1035

    Rose Buskens, Philicia Hart (licensed makeup artist) and Jenni Calvarese invite you to visit the new shop. Hair, nails and microdermabrasion are all done here. Wedding day hair and make-up is a specialty of ours. Little girls can come out and have a Princess Party and get their hair and nails done while snacking on little Princess Cakes.

    Email Address:
    rosebuskens@yahoo.com

    125 Rosie Lane, Overstreet, FL 32456
  • Shoreline Salon and Spa
    850-648-5445

    Your only full-service salon and spa on Mexico Beach for hair, nails and facials. Specializing in wedding styles and special occasions. Offering European facials and waxing. Walk-ins are welcome! Late appt. if requested. Open Monday-Friday 9-5 CT and Saturday 9-NOON.

    Email Address:
    ivychapman@ymail.com

    2904 Suite-A Highway 98, Mexico Beach, FL 32410

Catering


  • Surf Slingen' Bartenders
    850-340-1053

    Providing a Fun and Professional Environment. "Sit back, kick your shoes off and wiggle your toes in the sand." We provide the services, you provide the spirits.

    Events included:

    Anniversary, Award Ceremony, Bachelor, Bachelorette, Barbeque, Birthday, Bridal Shower, Cocktail, Corporate Event, Engagement, Family Reunion, Holiday, Housewarming, Luau, Over the Hill, Sports Night, Wedding Reception, Wedding Rehearsal, Wine Tasting and Just for Fun!

    Alternate Phone:
    850-258-5117

    Email Address:
    info@surfslingen.com

    206 Narvaez Street, St. Joe Beach, FL 32456
  • Wedding Cakes by Rhonda Tull
    850-229-6941

    Specializing in Wedding Cakes

Churches


  • Church of Christ at the Beaches
    (850) 647-3721

    Church of Christ at the Beaches. Minister: Kirk Hiscock, Bill Mulligan and Leman Riley. Hours: Sunday: 9:00 am Bible Study; 10:00 am Worship; Wednesday: 6:30 pm Bible Study. Times are in CST

    350 Firehouse Road, Overstreet, FL
  • First Baptist Church
    850-648-5776

    823 15th Street, Mexico Beach, Fl 32410
  • First United Methodist Church
    850-648-8820

    111-A North 22nd Street, Mexico Beach, FL 32410
  • St. James Episcopal Church
    (850) 227-1845

    Sunday service: 8am and 11am EST
    Wednesday service: noon EST

    800 22nd Street, Port St. Joe, FL

Event Planning


  • Coast2Coast Printing and Promotions
    850-229-1991

    Provides full-service printing and graphic design services. Customize wedding favors, invitations, decor and much more. We offer screen print and embroider apparel. Custom signage and directional pieces can be created by one of our in house graphic designers. With endless options to select from, let us help make your event more personable.

    Mexico Beach, FL 32410
  • High Cotton Affairs
    850-227-8282

    A lifestyle event planning company that brings southern charm and introduces it to the coastal waters of Florida. Will work with you to inspire your creative side and produce the ultimate event that is uniquely yours. Whether it's your dream wedding, a sweet sixteen party or a festival, our team will work to make sure every event is personalized and perfectly planned. We provide creativity and inspiration to work with your vision while maximizing you're your investment and minimizing the stress of event planning.

    Mexico Beach, FL 32410
  • InStyle Weddings & Events
    (404) 550-6205

    Wedding and events planning service, serving Mexico Beach. Contact Heather Nichole.

  • Panache Tent and Event Rentals
    850-227-9574

    The regions upscale wedding & special event rental company, serving the entire Florida Panhandle. Offering wedding and party planning services, high peak and frame tents, white wooden and Chivari chairs and much more.

    Mexico Beach, FL 32410

Fine Spirits


  • El Governor
    850-648-5757

    Full package store located inside the Gift Shop at the Motel. You do not have to be staying at the Motel to shop in the Gift Shop. Also enjoy a nice tropical drink by the water and take advantage of our full service bar.

    1701 Highway 98, Mexico Beach, FL 32410
  • Lookout Lounge
    850-647-8310

    A great locals' place that is right on the Bay/Gulf County Line as well as the Time Zone (Lookout Lounge is on EST), that serves up great drinks at affordable prices with a view of the Gulf that is super.

    9454 Highway 98, Mexico Beach, FL 32410
  • The Port Fine Wine and Spirits
    850-229-2977

    Offering the largest selection of wines, imported and cold beers, cigars and liquor inventory from Cape San Blas to Mexico Beach. If you have any special requests, contact us and we will have your order ready when you arrive.

    202 West Highway 98, Mexico Beach, FL 32410

Florist


  • Bayside Florist and Gifts
    850-229-1111

    Full-service florist for weddings, special events, and all other floral needs. We also offer tuxedo rentals and gifts for your bridal registry. Visit us today!

    208 Reid Avenue, Port St. Joe, FL 32456

Officiants


Photographers


  • Cindy's Dream Photos
    850-227-6039

    Located in Mexico Beach specializing in family vacation photos, family and children portraits, wedding and engagement portraits as well as on-location photography.

    Mexico Beach, FL 32410
  • Debbie Hooper Photography
    850-229-1215

    Aerial photography, beach portraits, commercial photography, nature, sunsets, and signed prints. We provide photographs for note cards, postcards, and special occasions.

    Mexico Beach, FL 32410
  • Kim Stone Photography
    850-573-0130

    Serving the Panhandle of Florida ~ St. George Island, Apalachicola, Port St. Joe, Mexico Beach, Panama City Beach, and Destin. We also travel to any location to meet your needs. Wedding photography, engagement sessions, family portraits, maternity portraits and newborns.

    5465 Alliance Road, Marianna, FL 32448
  • Lance Oliver Photography
    850-508-2714

    We specialize in creating beautiful wedding pictures and professional portraits and service Mexico Beach, Panama City and all the cities in the Panhandle.

    Mexico Beach, FL 32410
  • Marie Stephens Photography
    850-648-2300

    Family beach photography and wedding photography. We would love to show you our work! Small and large weddings.

    Alternate Phone:
    706-829-2385

    Mexico Beach, FL 32410
  • Photography by Barbara
    850-648-8629

    Family beach photos, weddings, and special occasions.

    Email Address:
    bobarbnparadise@mchsi.com

    Mexico Beach, FL 32410
  • Royce Rolstad Photography
    850-653-5586

    Email Address:
    roycerolstad@mac.com

    Mexico Beach, FL 32410
  • Silver Quest Studios
    850-229-9353

    We are dedicated to producing the finest modern, upbeat, premium photography for destination weddings, high school senior portraits, and family and children portraiture. Additionally, we offer documentary and studio photography of children and families along with children's theme portraits. To support our dedication to premium photography, we are outfitted with the finest equipment available in the world.

    Mexico Beach, FL 32410

Videography