Gulfport Casino Ballroom
A legendary, 10,000 square foot historic landmark listed on the National Register of Historic Places, offering a magnificent beachfront setting and an authentic 5,000 square foot white maple dance floor overlooking Boca Ciega Bay.
Grand ballroom majesty along the Florida beachfront
Sitting directly on the white sands of the Florida coast, the Historic Gulfport Casino Ballroom offers a rare blend of nostalgia, massive scale, and waterfront beauty. Constructed in 1934 and lovingly preserved as a cultural anchor, this 10,000 square foot architectural treasure stands as one of the last operational waterfront ballrooms of its kind in America. The interior is anchored by a massive, central 5,000 square foot solid Canadian white maple hardwood dance floor, surrounded by panoramic windows, soaring ceilings, glittering crystal chandeliers, and a scenic bayside veranda perfect for sunset toasts.
Partnering with CBK Catering & Events at this iconic beachside landmark elevates your wedding reception, grand fundraiser, or large corporate banquet into a spectacular full-service experience. Guests can enjoy a breezy outdoor cocktail hour along the waterfront observation deck before transitioning inside the expansive main ballroom for a formal seated dinner. Our culinary team works seamlessly alongside the venue’s dedicated beverage staff, utilizing the building’s catering kitchen infrastructure to execute elegant buffet stations or precise plated dinners that leave your guests completely spellbound.
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Space Details and Capabilities
- Event Type
- Waterfront Weddings, Grand Galas, Concerts, Corporate Retreats, Large Fundraisers, Milestone Family Anniversaries
- Setting
- Main Historic Ballroom Hall, Bayside Veranda, Waterfront Observation Deck, Adjoining Sandy Beachfront Areas
- Venue Type
- Historic Beachfront Municipal Landmark, 10,000 Square Foot Event Pavilion, and 1930s Era Dance Hall
- Capacity
- Comfortably accommodates a dining capacity of up to 400 seated guests, or up to 750 guests for theater-style public events
- Amenities
- 5,000 square foot maple wood dance floor, Elevated band shell stage, Full-service built-in bar, Specialized house sound system, Catering kitchen access, 8-slip public boat dock for guest arrivals
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Venue Address
5500 Shore Blvd S, Gulfport, FL 33707Perfectly positioned right on the scenic coast bordering St. Petersburg, the Gulfport Casino Ballroom sits in the center of Gulfport's historic waterfront district. This vibrant neighborhood places your guests just a few steps away from independent art studios, waterfront boutiques, and local dining favorites. Offering an extensive, complimentary municipal parking layout adjacent to the property alongside direct water arrival access via the boat docks, event logistics remain entirely stress-free.
