Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park
1010 Miracle Strip Parkway, Fort Walton Beach, FL
500 Capacity
$350 to $6,500 / Event
About
Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park offers one of the most unique wedding and event venues on Florida’s Emerald Coast. Exchange vows with playful dolphins in the background, celebrate beside gentle manatees, or toast to forever under a canopy of sea life in the Living Sea Aquarium Room. With breathtaking views of the Gulf and one-of-a-kind animal experiences, the Gulfarium provides an unforgettable setting for weddings, receptions, corporate events, and celebrations of all kinds.
Facilities and Capacity
Gulfarium features multiple event spaces accommodating both intimate gatherings and large celebrations of up to 500 guests. Options include the Living Sea Aquarium Room, offering panoramic underwater views; Dolphin Oasis, a beach-themed outdoor venue with dolphin habitats; and two stunning Gulf-view spaces — Seal Harbor and the Manatee Cove Top Deck — both offering beautiful vistas of the emerald waters and a serene coastal ambiance. Each location provides a distinctive atmosphere and unforgettable photo opportunities.
Animal Encounters
Make your special day even more memorable with exclusive animal encounters and add-on experiences. Guests can enjoy meet-and-greets or photo opportunities with dolphins, penguins, sea lions, or any of our other Gulfarium residents, creating magical moments that your guests will never forget.
Services Offered
Gulfarium offers a variety of services to make event planning simple and seamless, including:
* Setup and cleanup
* Event coordination and planning assistance
* Tables, chairs, and décor rentals
* In-house bar services
* Lighting and sound options
* Day-of coordination
* Animal encounter add-ons
Location
Conveniently located between Destin and Fort Walton Beach, Florida, Gulfarium overlooks the emerald waters of the Gulf, offering a stunning coastal backdrop for any celebration.
Event Pricing
Parties
2 - 250 people
$350 - $5,500
per event
Cocktail / Corporate Functions
2 - 270 people
$650 - $6,500
per event
Wedding Ceremonies & Receptions
2 - 150 people
$1,200 - $4,800
per event
Event Spaces
Outdoor Venue
Outdoor Venue
Recommendations
Valentine Dinner
— An Eventective User
from Crestview
The valentine dinner was amazing. This was our 3rd year in a row. We will certainly pass this information on to our friends. Thank you for having us for this special event
Valentine's with Penguins
— An Eventective User
from Santa Rosa Beach
I had an incredible time at the Gulfarium’s Valentine’s Penguin Encounter! The dinner was great, the event was beautifully run, and the penguins were somehow even cuter in person — each with their own hilarious little personality. The staff made the whole experience feel special and thoughtful. Absolutely worth it, and I can’t wait to come back!
Additional Info
Venue Types
Amenities
- ADA/ACA Accessible
- Outdoor Function Area
- Outside Catering Allowed
- Waterfront
- Waterview
- Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi
Features
- Max Number of People for an Event: 500