The West Events

Updated January 26, 2024

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About This Vendor

Tampa Bay's Beachside Venue

The West is an unrivaled wedding event space offering its guests a modern, industrial-chic venue in the iconic Madeira Beach, FL. As the premiere wedding venue in the area, The West Events now offers All Inclusive Packages for those looking for the easy button! Mere steps away from white-sand beaches, The West Events provides clients with a non-traditional backdrop of raw brick walls and polished concrete floors and the freedom to transform this blank canvas into the Instagram-inspired, Pinterest-planned venue of your dreams. With packages that include everything from planning, catering, bar, floral, dessert, entertainment, and more... Facilities and Capacity With over 5,000 sqft of indoor space and 2,000 sqft of outdoor courtyard space, The West Events can host smaller/intimate weddings as well as larger soireés. The entire venue is a blank canvas for your design, enabling you to curate any theme you wish. The floor plan is open and airy, allowing spaces to be both large and small. Whether your celebration is intimate or grandiose, The West Events is able to accommodate a space for your needs. There is a capacity of 250 for standing events and 150 for seated occasions. In addition to the inside areas that are available, there is also an outdoor courtyard that consists of 1800 square feet. For smaller gathers, consider booking The West Wing for small groups of up to 60. Location: The West Events is fortunate to call Madeira Beach home. Located between St. Pete Beach & Clearwater Beach, this 2.5-mile stretch of sand sits between two of the best-rated beaches in the world. St. Pete Beach was named Trip Advisor's No. 1 Beach in the U.S. in 2021. Nearby Clearwater Beach has also earned accolades as the No. 1 beach in the U.S. in 2019, 2018 & 2016. With ample attractions, hotels, & restaurants, this small beach town has it all. The West Events is perfectly situated steps away from the beach. Whether you are looking for a beach ceremony or just post-ceremony sunset pictures, this beachside venue is the perfect spot! We say have your cake & eat it too! Vendors The West Events has curated a list of Tampa Bay's top vendors and brought them all together to help couples hit the easy button with the all-new All-Inclusive Package. From planning to catering, bar, and entertainment, you can rest assured your big day is in good hands. While other venues' all-in-one packages find ways to save and skimp, TWE only picks the best of the best. Whether you are looking for a tropical, boho, modern/minimalist, or traditional vibe, this blank slate beachside venue can transform the space, making your dreams & vision come to life. For more information on this list of vendors, please contact our TWE venue manager.

Amenities & Details

Ceremony Area, Covered Outdoors Space, Dressing Room, Handicap Accessible, Indoor Event Space, Liability Insurance, Outdoor Event Space, Reception Area, Wireless Internet

Guest Capacity

Up to 250

Ceremony Types

Civil Union, Commitment Ceremony, Elopement, Interfaith Ceremony, Non-Religious Ceremony, Religious Ceremony, Second Wedding, Vow Renewal Ceremony

Venue Service Offerings

Bar & Drinks, Bar Rental, Destination Weddings, Destination Wedding Packages, Destination Wedding Planning, Food & Catering, Planning, Wedding Design, Rentals & Equipment, Service Staff, Transportation, Shuttle Service

Settings

Ballroom, Beach, Waterfront, Historic Venue, Industrial & Warehouse

Business Attributes

LGBTQ+-owned Business, Woman-owned Business

Pricing for The West Events

Option	Value
Starting Cost	Affordable
Cost Starting
Price Range	$5,200 - $8,050+
Couples Usually Spend	$6,600
Peak Season Months	February-May, October-December
Peak Season Cost	$5,200 - $8,050+
Peak Season Reception Cost	$2,500
Peak Season Ceremony Cost
Peak Season Bar Service Cost	$5
OffSeason Months	January, June-September
OffSeason Cost	$5,200 - $8,050+
OffSeason Reception Cost	$1,500
OffSeason Ceremony Cost
OffSeason BarService Cost	$5

The West Events Reviews

Louise Guiney (other) 5 out of 5 Rating

Maria from the West is just incredible - no ask was ever too big and she was always very contactable. I live in the UK, so having someone who would get back to me promptly was very important to me. She is so kind and caring and will make sure you have the best day of your life. The West is just a magical beautiful venue, the way the space is built, allows you to create the wedding of your dreams! I can't recommend this venue more, if you want to customise and enjoy a wedding that is totally your own, you have to go with The West. You won't be disappointed and you will be sure to have the best day of your life!
Reviewed on 17-01-2024

Christina Munford (other) 5 out of 5 Rating

THE PERFECT VENUE. We knew we wanted an industrial modern space but also a beach wedding - The West Events made our dreams come true. The property is amazing, the bar is gorgeous and the staff is remarkable. Maria made the whole process so easy and was always available for questions. Thank you guys for our perfect day!
Reviewed on 23-12-2023

Elyssa Edwards (other) 5 out of 5 Rating

My husband & I recently had our wedding at The West Events on 11/02/2023 and we cannot recommend this venue enough! As we started our venue search after our engagement in 2021, we were feeling doubtful that we would find a venue within our price range until we came across The West Events and their “micro wedding all inclusive package”. The venue manager, Maria was extremely kind and answered all of our many questions throughout the planning process right up until the wedding day.The location, right across from the beach made it even better. The venue is so beautiful and has such an open floor plan that allowed all of our guests to enjoy every part of the venue throughout the night! All of the vendors through the all inclusive package were beyond amazing and we couldn’t have asked for a more perfect day. We will be recommending The West Events to any and everyone we can!
Reviewed on 14-11-2023

Alyssa Hohe (other) 5 out of 5 Rating

The most perfect reception venue we could’ve ever dreamed! The vibes were exactly what we had always hoped for and more. Not to mention the team is absolutely amazing to work with. From the moment we stepped foot into this venue we knew it was the one for us. The perfect mix of indoor/outdoor space. We can’t thank the West Events team enough for all they did to help make our dream weekend come true! 🤍🤍 11.04.23
Reviewed on 12-11-2023

Kirstyn Miller (other) 5 out of 5 Rating

TWE showed flexibility immediately when our wedding was abruptly changed from December 2023 to June 2023 due to my husband's last minute military orders. They accommodated our change and answered every question we had via email (there were ALOT). The venue itself offered gorgeous industrial/chic vibes for our boho/chic wedding, excellent staff and top notch vendor lists. I have only good things to say about this venue and their staff.
Reviewed on 06-06-2023

Samantha Glock (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 05-05-2023
From the first walkthrough to the post-event, the entire West Events team has your back. Not only is the venue in an amazing location, with gorgeous industrial-modern vibes, but their team is also wonderful to work with. Maria was our contact prior to the wedding day, and I was so excited to see her at the venue on my actual wedding day! Our day of planner was Ashley from the venue and she was so attentive to me the entire day. The West Events was the perfect choice to make our day special!
Reviewed on 12-05-2023

Nikki Giordano (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 29-04-2023
We had our wedding at the West Events. The venue is fantastic. Its the perfect space with the different rooms, bar area, and outdoor courtyard. Love the modern and industrial look. The venue managers had great communication, were extremely personable and helpful, and helped us find the perfect vendors. Could not recommend more!
Reviewed on 07-05-2023

Bailey Miller (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 10-03-2023
This venue was everything I dreamed of! The staff was extremely helpful and encouraging during the entire process! Any questions I had, they answered right away and invited us to every event thrown for the public! I could not have asked for a better venue for my special day! If you have any doubts, DONT! Book them ASAP!
Reviewed on 23-03-2023

Tyler Sampson (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 03-02-2023
From the moment we came across this space, we knew it would be perfect for our wedding! The layout and design was able to accommodate our ceremony, cocktail hour and reception without having to flip any of the rooms. This venue is right across the street from the beach, so you are still able to capture those dreamy sunset/sunrise photos without having to risk the weather for your ceremony or reception. It's the ideal blank canvas whether you are looking to have an abundance of florals and decor or wishing to keep things simple. We worked with Maria, and I can't thank her enough for her kindness, care and support throughout the whole process. Wedding planning is certainly stressful, but she always responded to our messages positively, in a timely manner, and made sure all of our questions were answered. The team at The West Events was very obliging and made us feel that our special day meant as much to them as it did to us. Thank you for being a part of our wedding. We can't stop reliving the day! - The Johnson's
Reviewed on 11-02-2023

Kiara Santana (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 28-01-2023
The West Events was the 3rd venue my (now) husband and I toured, and the 3rd time really was the charm! We loved the space! It was exactly the vibe we were looking for, we loved the inside and outside aspect of it. It ended up being more spacious than I originally thought. I also LOVED Maria! She was so sweet and welcoming when we met her, and that never changed! Any time I would communicate with her she was so helpful and sweet! All around amazing experience!
Reviewed on 03-02-2023

Sara Griffith (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 13-01-2023
Just over a year ago I walked into The West Events after having a mediocre consultation with another local venue. Laurie greeted me at the door and right away I had a pretty strong feeling that this venue was everything I wanted in a space to get married in. The location and vibe of this venue is unique and beautiful. I loved that it had an industrial feel with the concrete floors and exposed ceilings. I loved that there is different spaces for the ceremony, cocktail hour and reception all on the same property and and I loved that you could tell the women who run this establishment pride themselves in providing only the best experiences. Maria was always happy to answer any random questions I thought of over my year+ of planning, and was always very quick to respond. As for the day of, it was beautiful and the team of people working together to make everything come to life was beyond impressive. I think our guests were wow’d as much as we were. I never really had a “dream wedding” in mind growing up, but this was it. It was fantastic start to finish and now a week later it’s still taking up most of my mind. The only difference is before the wedding, there was a lot of anxiety; now we’re both just reliving how perfect our night was at The West Events.
Reviewed on 20-01-2023

Meghan Thompson (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 23-07-2022
What a beautiful location! So nice to have a venue across the street from the beach without having to have the ceremony on the beach. We loved the modern industrial look for our summer tropical Boho wedding! Maria was great and very helpful and so kind! Thank you for making our day so wonderful!
Reviewed on 15-01-2023

Monica Davison (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 03-12-2022
When first looking at venues, TWE stood out for numerous reasons. It was affordable especially with what is included in the rental price and you just can’t beat the industrial/modern vibe that my husband and I preferred. We had 125 guests and had the ceremony in the larger “blue ribbon” room, cocktail hour outside on the covered patio, and reception back inside in the same ceremony space that was flipped during cocktail hour. Everyone fit comfortably with enough room for a dance floor. The night more than exceeded our expectations in large part due to all of the amazing vendors and event managers/planners I chose to work with. I highly recommend The West Events!
Reviewed on 07-12-2022

Joshua Beaney (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 18-11-2022
My wife and I cannot say enough good things about this venue. It was a perfect day, no stress, etc. Thanks!
Reviewed on 04-12-2022

Acquandist Uy (bride) 2 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 20-05-2022
Last July, I became engaged. Three weeks after, we had a difficult decision to make between The West Events, Armature Works, and Tampa Bay Watch. We felt The West Events space spoke to us and our needs. I loved that women-owned it and that they were a part of the LGBTQ+ community. So, we decided to host our wedding ceremony and reception there. We read the contract thoroughly, signed it, and made our deposit. The West Events requires that you use their preferred vendors, which did not bother me because they had a wide variety to choose from their list.We began our search for a caterer in September. I thought my stress in planning would come from family and friends. I was so wrong. It was January before many of the caterers responded to our emails and phone calls. The few who were the most responsive were the most expensive. The others only responded after I expressed my frustration to Maria, TWE’s venue manager.We met with and received proposals from seven caterers. On all proposals, I noticed an extra cost labeled venue fee. When I inquired about the venue fee, they all said this was the cost TWE charged them to use their venue. Some went further and told me I should be fortunate that they were honest about the fee because many caterers hide it. I reached out to Maria about this. Like the vendors, I am paying to use the venue. So, why does their cost fall on me? She said it was out of TWE's hands, and I disagreed. The fee exists because TWE charges their vendors. We went back and forth about this. If I was using an unapproved caterer, I could understand the reason for the fee. To require customers to use only your vendors and then hold the customer responsible for those vendor fees is bad faith. I reviewed our contract several times. Nowhere did it state the possibility of extra fees from vendors. I brought the contract to our lawyer and agreed there was nothing written to imply additional charges. Additional fees only come when you use an unapproved vendor. So, I asked Maria if TWE could waive the fee. They refused. So, I asked if we could reduce the vendor fees to lessen the blow to my pocket. They refused. Our wedding was in June, and this exchange began in January and went on to February. We could not come to an agreement that would satisfy us both. My fiancé and I decided to terminate our contract and host our wedding elsewhere.We emailed our notice of termination and requested a refund of our deposit. We knew deposits were nonrefundable, but we signed our contract under pretense. TWE denied our request, of course. So, I gave it to our lawyer to battle. Five months later, they said they would refund half of my deposit if I signed an NDA.Without a doubt, TWE is a beautiful venue. You can’t ask for a better mix of indoor and outdoor space. However, if you care about who you are giving your money to and how business owners treat their customers, then TWE may not be the place for you. We ended up eloping at Wild Roots, with Elope Tampa Bay's assistance, and I wish we had known them first. It would have saved us time, money, and stress.P.S. I was told TWE supposedly updated their contract at some point during our exchange and it is clearer on the possibility of additional fees.
Reviewed on 22-10-2022

Riley Thompson (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 03-09-2022
I only visited one venue, and I just knew that I had to get married at The West Events! The venue manager and staff were communicative, knowledgeable, and timely in their responses leading up to the event. I loved that we were able to do everything in one place - the ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception. Having everything together allowed us to truly live in the moment, and we didn't have to worry about travel or transportation. We had selected all of their vendors off of their approved vendor list, and every single one was incredible! One of my favorite things about the venue is that it's like a blank canvas. You can really let your imagination run wild! I truly don't have one negative thing to say about the venue. The price was very reasonable for all that was included, and I would highly recommend The West Events to anyone who is looking to get married in the future!
Reviewed on 14-09-2022

Daniel McKay (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 03-09-2022
This is a beautiful and flexible venue with multiple rooms and spaces. We walked in and knew that was it. Our day was amazing, as were the event space managers, owners, and vendors we hired from their preferred list. It was top notch from start to finish.
Reviewed on 06-09-2022

Rebecca Zumbro (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 04-06-2022
We absolutely loved our experience at The West. When I found it online I was sure that it would be booked for our date. We went and toured anyway, and our date turned out to be available. They were great throughout the whole process. They have open house events fairly often so we were able to check out the venue a couple of times which helped with the planning. They also had a list of preferred vendors that we’re all great. The day of our wedding was so beautiful! We got so many compliments on our venue and how well everything went. I was thrilled to see how everything that I planned came together in the space. It was also really nice to have the ceremony and reception in one place.
Reviewed on 08-06-2022

Amanda Massmann (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 06-03-2022
The West Events was the perfect venue for our wedding day and we could not have been happier! Being right across from the beach, we were able to have our beach ceremony of my dreams with a beautiful reception in a unique modern industrial space that we got to make our own through our tropical elegant decor. Our guests who came from across the country loved the indoor and outdoor spaces they were able to enjoy!
Reviewed on 20-03-2022

Megan Camiro (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 19-02-2022
This venue is absolutely stunning! Whether you want a beach wedding or more of an industrial/modern look this is the venue for you! Maria and team were super responsive and answered all my questions! My only negative would be if you have over 150 people be prepared that it will be a tight space for a reception if you want all guests seated in the large room. Luckily for us we were at 118 guests and they fit perfectly!
Reviewed on 28-02-2022

Ashley Lohoff (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 31-12-2021
Beautiful venue with a wonderful team who is very responsive and helpful throughout the process. Their preferred vendor list is wonderful and where we sourced the majority of our vendors from - all of whom we absolutely loved!
Reviewed on 09-01-2022

Shakira Longberry (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 19-12-2021
This venue is beautiful and was absolutely perfect for my big day! If you are looking for a more industrial, modern venue, this is your place! It comes with a bonus - a beautiful courtyard area and stunning bar.
Reviewed on 22-12-2021

Logan Farmer (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 30-10-2021
My husband and I chose The West Events for our Halloween wedding this year and we couldn’t have been happier! They were so easy to book and to work with, and the space is amazing. Very modern and spacious, we had about 100 guests and there was plenty of room. They also have an amazing list of recommended vendors which was a HUGE help. We can not thank The West enough, especially Diana and Kristen, for everything they did to make our wedding so beautiful and stress free. You guys are awesome!
Reviewed on 10-11-2021

Candace Richards (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 24-10-2021
Amazing venue! Great and super helpful staff!!
Reviewed on 30-10-2021

Indira P (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 17-10-2021
The West Events was just my dream wedding venue. So modern, convenient and lovely. Beautiful saloons with accent wood walls, very neat backyard, bride room was lovely as well. So close to the beach omg!. If you want to have a indoor wedding but still get all the beautiful beach wedding pictures this is the place. Friendly managers that make the whole paperwork looks smooth and easy. I really recommend.
Reviewed on 19-10-2021

Lauren LeFevre (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 01-10-2021
I don't even know where to start - I had actually booked a different venue for my reception and rehearsal dinner. After attending a few yoga classes here, I had to inquire if they had my date available. We are SO happy we made the switch! Maria and her team were so accommodating, responsive, and helpful. The venue itself is ADORABLE. It has a few different sections - I loved how the bar was its own separate area instead of being next to the tables or dance floor. There's a nice sized outdoor area that is designed so cute! Even the bathrooms and bridal suite were spot on. My husband and I are so thankful for this venue!
Reviewed on 05-10-2021

Nikki Christ (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 21-06-2021
We had an amazing planning experience and event that occurred June 21, 2021. We virtually planned our wedding in FL while residing in IL. The owners and Maria are invested in the property, and take measures to provide every detail to make your day special. Communication was easy and they were attentive to our requests. The photos of the space do not provide it justice. It is breathtaking, you can't go wrong with this choice for your event!
Reviewed on 30-06-2021

Ashley Roberts (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 14-05-2021
We couldn’t have picked a better venue for our wedding. The location is right across from the beach which made it easy to grab stunning beachside photos with our bridal party. The venue itself has a beautiful industrial modern vibe with a gorgeous outdoor courtyard and a large indoor space for ceremony/reception. It was everything I could have envisioned for my classy/boho/modern aesthetic. Our guests enjoyed getting to spend a weekend at the beach and the weather was absolutely perfect. I definitely recommend this venue!
Reviewed on 18-05-2021

carmen sutera (parent) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 03-04-2021
The most beautiful venue in the Tampa Bay area. Our wedding looked like a fairy tale wedding . the staff was amazing . you won't regret it .my sons wedding ceremony was across the street on the beautiful beach of maderia and reception followed right across at the west events . Carmen S.
Reviewed on 08-04-2021

Michael Bluto (groom) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 23-12-2020
We are so lucky to have found The West Events for our elopement this past December. It was just the two of us, and we planned our wedding in 3 weeks- somehow stress free! Diana made planning our ceremony so simple- and with just a few questions she put together a ceremony that was exactly what we wanted and what we had imagined for our big day. It was so perfect and special. The venue is absolutely gorgeous and is right across the street from the beach- beautiful photos at both!
Reviewed on 14-01-2021

30 Reviews, with a Rating of 4.9 out of 5.0

Contact Info for The West Events

Contact	Value
Facebook	https://www.facebook.com/thewestevent
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Pinterest	thewestevents
Instagram	thewestevents
Website	www.thewesteventspace.com
Phone	(727) 363-4255
Address	13435 Gulf Boulevard, Madeira Beach, FL, 33708
Email	info@thewesteventspace.com

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Meet the The West Events Team

Maria Slater (Manager)

We are so excited to introduce our amazing venue manager, Maria Slater, who can be found daily making dream weddings & special events come to life. Maria comes to us from the Tradewinds Resort where she served as a wedding sales coordinator for the last 7 years. With ample experience in the industry, established vendor relationships, and just an all round amazing human being, we're over the moon to have her as a part of our TWE family.

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