Timeless, yet unforgettable!
201 to 250 guests
Holds ceremonies and receptions
AWARD WINNER (10X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
The Lake Mary Events Center is a breathtaking wedding venue in Lake Mary, FL, combining timeless elegance with modern convenience. Nestled along the serene shores of West Crystal Lake, just a short drive from downtown Orlando, this venue offers couples a picturesque and intimate setting for their special day. With its panoramic lake views framed by oak trees and Spanish moss, the center creates an unforgettable backdrop for ceremonies and receptions.
Whether you’re planning a grand celebration or a more intimate affair, the Lake Mary Events Center provides the perfect canvas for your vision. The venue features versatile indoor and outdoor spaces to accommodate a variety of wedding styles and sizes. The Rotunda, a glass-enclosed space with stunning views, provides a sophisticated setting for indoor ceremonies and can seat up to 160 guests. Outdoor options include the Lakeside Ceremony Site, which boats a romantic trellis and fountain with seating for up to 240 guests. The Grand Ballroom, spanning 3,750 square feet, is ideal for larger receptions. Its floor-to-ceiling windows flood the space with natural light, creating an inviting ambiance for up to 300 guests.
Lake Mary Events Center offers a range of services to simplify the planning process. Their exclusive list of preferred caterers ensures an exceptional and personalized dining experience. These expert culinary teams collaborate with couples to create menus based on their specific tastes and preferences. The Lake Mary Events Center team is dedicated to helping you create cherished memories that will last a lifetime. Contact them today to begin planning an occasion you and your loved ones will never forget.
Pricing details
Starting prices
Reception:
Contact for price
Ceremony:
Contact for price
Bar services:
Contact for price
Catering:
Contact for price
Starting prices don't include service fees, taxes, gratuity, and rental fees. Guest count and seasonality may also affect prices.
Amenities + details
Amenities
Ceremony Area
Covered Outdoors Space
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Settings
Ballroom
Beach
Waterfront
Trees
Venue Service Offerings
Rentals & Equipment
Awards and Affiliations
Any questions?
Reviews
4.9
out of 5.0162 reviews
Your trust is our goal. Our community relies on honest reviews to help you make those big decisions with ease.
Review Summary
This AI-generated summary is a snapshot of this vendor's ratings and feedback.
Lake Mary Events Center is highly recommended by numerous reviewers for weddings due to its beautiful indoor and outdoor spaces, accommodating staff, and stunning views of Lake Mary. The venue offers ample space for large weddings, with a Rotunda for ceremonies and a Grand Ballroom for receptions. Reviewers appreciate the reasonable pricing, versatile layout options, and professional service provided by staff members such as Carmen. From elegant decor to spacious facilities and attentive assistance throughout the planning process, Lake Mary Events Center stands out as a picturesque and budget-friendly choice for couples looking for a memorable wedding venue in Central Florida.Review photos
Showing slide number 1 out of 9
- Top reviews
- Newest first
- Oldest first
- Highest rated
- Lowest rated
Sort by
Heather J
5.0
12/27/2024
We got married in January 2024 at Lake Mary Events Center and could not recommend this venue more. It is equally beautiful inside and out! We felt completely at home and assured that we would have a stand-out venue, regardless of the weather. Fortunately, it did not rain so we were able to do the ceremony outdoors by the lake, but the Rotunda served as an amazing space for our cocktail hour. Additionally, we had a larger wedding of about 200 people, and the venue provided ample space. Our caterers had an amazing experience working in the kitchen facilities provided. Their staff was extremely helpful and kind, especially Carmen! All-in-all, this is the perfect venue for anyone looking for a budget-friendly, spacious, and breath-taking space!
Kirsten L
5.0
12/21/2024
They were so helpful with getting the wedding set to our desire! The venue was so beautiful and having our ceremony by the lake was MAGNIFICENT! Would not have wanted any other venue!
Any questions?
Tashina A
5.0
9/09/2024
This venue was absolutely beautiful! It required minimal decorations for our wedding because of how stunning the building is to start. The lake was gorgeous and we were able to enjoy a gorgeous sunset off the lake with all our guests during the hours we had it rented. This is a beautiful place to get married and there are plenty of options for locations for a ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception all in one place!
Bri E
5.0
5/20/2024
This event space is breathtaking! Sheryl, Carmen, and the rest of the team are super sweet and quick to respond with any questions.
Nikii M
5.0
5/17/2024
Beautiful space indoors or outdoors! Was perfect for our special day!
Caroline S
5.0
4/17/2024
The Lake Mary Events Center is truly a gem in the central Florida area. It was one of the very few venues in the area that had both a beautiful indoor and outdoor options for the ceremony, with separate cocktail hour and reception areas, a must have in Florida! We had our ceremony outdoors and it was stunning. Our jaws dropped the first we saw the Rotunda! Carmen was super helpful throughout the entire planning process and was very responsive and professional. The facility is absolutely beautiful and we had no complaints with the venue. We were able to use the meeting room to get ready in the morning and combined with the Groom's and Bride's suites, we had more than enough space for our 15 person bridal party, parents, etc to get ready. The price is also super reasonable compared to other venues with beautiful chair options and tables included. I honestly cannot fathom any other venue for our wedding day as LMEC was perfect for us!
Regan K
5.0
1/21/2024
An amazing location to get married. It is just beautiful whether you do an indoor or outdoor wedding
Allison A
5.0
11/28/2023
Beautiful, timeless, classy, elegant! PLEASE do yourself a favor and take a tour and request information immediately for this venue. It was so nice having the ceremony in the GORGEOUS Rotunda and then the reception in the Grand Ballroom. We didn't even need to spend money on decorations for the Rotunda because it was already picture-ready! The team/staff are professional and amazing folks all-around. Yes, this event center is a little stricter than most but it is for good reason and again, our wedding was absolutely flawless.
Jasmine B
5.0
11/08/2023
You will not regret this venue. They are more affordable than whatever else you are thinking of in Central Florida if you want your ceremony and/or reception in front of a lake and to have a beautiful Florida charm that you and your guests will dig. Lake Mary Event Center does not feel like either an old, historic nor upscale, highly modern venue. It is somewhere beautifully in between. Your guests can enjoy the beautiful lake, courtyard, and rotunda, while also feeling like getting lit and crazy on the dance floor later on in the same night in the ballroom. The staff are super professional in the whole process and their website and contract make a lot of things self-explanatory rather than stressful and confusing.
Allison B
5.0
9/28/2023
Beautiful, professional and classic all the way around. Our wedding was everything and more thanks to the help and guidance of the Lake Mary Event Center Team and staff. From the start of the planning process to the rehearsal and the day of the event, our wedding was beyond enjoyable and elegant in every way. The team is stellar and was extremely on top of communicating details with us and I always felt like they had our backs and wanted our day to be the most wonderful that it could be. I truly don’t think our day could have been any more smooth and the people here have it all figured out!
Abital T
5.0
6/26/2023
Lake Mary Events Center proved to be the perfect venue for our special day, offering a picturesque setting and exceptional amenities. From the moment we stepped foot on the premises, we were captivated by its beauty and charm.
The venue itself was breathtaking, nestled by the serene shores of Lake Mary. The natural surroundings provided a stunning backdrop for our ceremony and reception, creating a romantic and enchanting atmosphere. The well-manicured gardens and scenic views added an extra touch of elegance to the overall ambiance.
The staff at Lake Mary Events Center were incredibly accommodating and attentive to our needs. From the initial planning stages to the day of the event, they were with us every step of the way. They went above and beyond to ensure that every detail was taken care of, and their professionalism and expertise were evident throughout the entire process.
The facilities at Lake Mary Events Center were impeccable. The main event space was spacious, offering ample room for our guests to comfortably celebrate and enjoy the festivities. The modern amenities and state-of-the-art audiovisual equipment provided a seamless experience for both us and our guests.
One aspect that truly stood out was the versatility of the venue. Whether you're planning an intimate gathering or a grand celebration, Lake Mary Events Center can cater to your needs. They offer a variety of customizable spaces, allowing you to create the perfect layout for your event.
Overall, Lake Mary Events Center surpassed our expectations. The combination of its scenic location, attentive staff, and top-notch facilities made our wedding day truly unforgettable. If you're searching for a venue that will provide an idyllic backdrop and exceptional service, Lake Mary Events Center should be at the top of your list.
Leeza L
5.0
6/06/2023
I LOVE this venue. The staff I communicated with was amazing and my day of coordinator was able to take over smoothly in the days leading up to the wedding. The entire venue is gorgeous. I wanted something in a ballroom, but most places were SO expensive. LMEC was reasonably priced. You have to book very far in advance since it's such a popular venue, but it was so worth it. I would have my wedding here 100 times over.
Victoria H
4.0
5/28/2023
On 4/30/23 My husband and I got married at this venue. I'm happy to say LMEC is the only vendor that we had NO problems with. They were great. We had a tour, rehersal, ceremony, and reception here. It was beautiful. One thing I did not like about LMEC for a wedding is having to use one of the caterers off of their approved list. We did not have the best experience with our caterer (Magic Occasions) which we picked because they were the cheapest option, but was still over our original budget. We wish they let us pick whatever we wanted. Another downfall was that the rental was only for 8hrs, not the whole day. 8 hours is very fast because it had to include set up and clean up. We had to end the reception early because of a misunderstanding about time. So our reception was only 2 hours long, which sucked a lot. You can buy extra hours but its about $400 per hour and we couldn't afford to do that. They also had a bunch of smaller rules but nothing we couldn't work around. Good things about the venue included letting us move the ceremony inside the day before due to bad weather and great communication from the people who work there. Overall I'm glad we went with this venue.
Lauren R
5.0
5/16/2023
The Lake Mary Events Center was accommodating and communicative. Carmen was a great help with all of my many questions and was patient with me as well. We had a memorable wedding and would recommend the LMEC!
Samantha P
5.0
4/18/2023
Beautiful venue and we initially worked with Alyssa, who is no longer there, but Carmen stepped up and helped us out! Her emails were a bit backed up because she was taking on double duty but she always picked up the phone and answered any questions we had. The venue was amazing and they made sure to have everything set and ready for us, and we didn't experience any hiccups on our special day! Wouldn't change a thing!
Tiffany S
5.0
4/06/2023
LITERALLY AMAZING VENUE! The whole team that works there was so helpful before and day of the wedding. The cost was perfect for our budget and it provided such a beautiful landscape for the ceremony. I convinced one of my friends to get married at the same location. Carmen was always so quick to respond and really help me be prepared for my special day.
Cara D
5.0
4/01/2023
The venue is absolutely beautiful and the perfect space! We had our ceremony in the rotunda with the lake outside in the background. The scenery outside is absolutely gorgeous! The reception ballroom was quite spacious and was perfect for 50-60 guests. I can't say anything negative at all!
Alexis L
5.0
3/09/2023
The Lake Mary Events Center was the perfect wedding venue! The staff was incredibly polite and helpful, and the building was beautiful inside even with minimal decorations. The property had plenty of free parking for guests, and the landscaping by the lake was gorgeous for photos. Not a single complaint and would highly recommend this venue to anyone in the greater Orlando area.
Joseph R
5.0
2/11/2023
Lake Mary Events Center was the first and only venue we toured for our wedding. From the grounds, to the setup staff, to working with everyone in the front office, we could not have had a more pleasurable experience. We couldn’t imagine having our special day anywhere else!
Kristen R
5.0
2/06/2023
The best wedding venue!!! It is affordable, and the views are so gorgeous. The sunset on the lake is stunning! I am so happy I booked this venue for our special day.
Aubrey T
5.0
11/18/2022
We could not have been happier to host our Wedding at Lake Mary Events Center! We hired Big City Catering who provided amazing Food, Beverage and Service and host our Ceremony in the beautiful Rotunda so we didn't have to worry about a rain plan or hosting outside.
Alysha B
5.0
10/11/2022
We had our wedding on June 20, 2022 and it was more perfect than we could have imagined! The Lake Mary Events Center was breathtaking on our special day. We has a micro wedding with 20 guests and held our ceremony in the Rotunda with the lake as our backdrop. I never had to stress about rain (it's summer in Central Florida) because I knew we would be inside but with the beauty of nature still shining through the large windows. We then used half the ballroom for our reception and it was the perfect space. I wanted a venue that didn't require much work to transform the space, and that is exactly what I got! We had minimal décor and the natural beauty of the venue helped to elevate our day. I would recommend anyone to get married here!
Samantha M
5.0
9/29/2022
Such a great venue and very reasonably priced! Beautiful inside and out, my favorite spot was the rotunda with those floor to ceiling windows with all the natural light, and that backyard area was the perfect backdrop for our photos. Lynzie and Alyssa were super friendly and easy to reach whenever we had any questions about the setup/contract. The day of, everything was setup the way we had imagined, our vendors did not have any issues accessing the property, and both the ceremony and reception happened without any major hiccups. Highly recommend this venue for your wedding!
Tomilya S
5.0
9/20/2022
Very beautiful venue. The price was great and their selection of caterers appealed to different tastes and budgets. We were supposed to have cocktail hour on the patio but due to the rain, we had a change of plans, and the venue quickly changed cocktail hour to indoors. There were no issues with setup nor complaints from the residential area and I am so happy that we chose this venue for our wedding! I would only suggest that you read the venue restrictions to make sure that you don't run into any issues on the day of.
Kiana M
5.0
7/09/2022
I have nothing but good things to say about this venue. It was the most perfect place for us to get married! Alyssa was so helpful and accommodating and answered any questions we had quickly. The rotunda was my favorite part, with all the open windows to see the beautiful view but still being able to be inside from this summer heat! I highly recommend this venue if you’re looking for a beautiful place to get married!
K B
1.0
6/20/2022
This venue treated my fiancé and I with such a lack of courtesy and professionalism. We had asked to move our date due to unforeseen circumstances, with 10 months notice, and were met with distasteful remarks from the front desk assistant and manager. We were also told that we were “inconveniencing” other couples by reserving that date but being unable to complete the event. This was supposed to be a beautiful date, and we were forced to seek alternative options due to their lack of flexibility and customer service. I hope other couples have better outcomes than we did. I will never return back to this venue.
Mallory M
5.0
6/20/2022
We just had our wedding here and everything was wonderful! Our guest loved it as well. Everyone who worked there was so nice. Alyssa was awesome!
Valeria G
5.0
5/04/2022
The venue is absolutely beautiful. We received so many compliments from family and friends. The Lake Mary Event Center staff was so kind and helpful. We couldn't have been happier.
Shaquetta M
5.0
4/13/2022
Amazing venue and amazing customer service.
Kara L
5.0
4/10/2022
Alyssa and Gunnar at the LMEC were absolutely incredible to work with! The LMEC is gorgeous and they were helpful with all of my questions. They repeatedly let me visit the venue to plan details out, which I found very helpful!
Kailey S
5.0
3/23/2022
We just had our wedding at Lake Mary Events Center over the weekend. This venue was exactly what we were looking for and more! The rotunda where we chose to have our ceremony is absolutely breathtaking with it's floor to ceiling windows, natural light, and view of the lake. Our cocktail hour was outside on the lawn and patio where there are two beautiful trellises and a fountain, overlooking the picturesque lake. Our reception was inside the ballroom. It was spacious and also features large windows that look out on the patio and lake. Our guests all commented on what a beautiful venue we had. We chose to the book the venue for the entire day so that the bridesmaids and I could have our hair and make-up done on-site. We were able to use the meeting room to get ready, but they also have a smaller bridal suite where we took pictures and a groom's room where the groomsmen changed. The team at Lake Mary Events Center, including Alyssa, was great to work with throughout the planning process and on the day of our wedding. Highly recommend considering Lake Mary Events Center for your wedding!
Quynh T
5.0
3/09/2022
I had my wedding here a little over a week ago and I am so glad that Lake Mary Events Center was my wedding venue. The rotunda is simply beautiful and one of the main reasons why I decided to book with them. I wanted something both indoors and outdoors because of unpredictable FL weather and the venue had just that. You have to see this venue in person because pictures do not do it justice. I had the pleasure of touring the facility with Alyssa and she was my main point of contact for booking and following-up to the event. Alyssa is extremely sweet, professional and honestly one of my favorite vendors to work with. She is so patient and always readily available to answer your questions. Thank you Alyssa and LMEC staff for making our wedding day special!
Kat A
4.0
2/20/2022
Everyone is in awe with how beautiful Lake Mary Events Center is! We had our Valentine’s Sunset Wedding, and it just amazed us how the sun and the lake served as a beautiful, God-made background showcased in floor-to-ceiling glass panels in the Rotunda while we had our ceremony. Special thanks to Alyssa who had made everything easier for me to plan my destination wedding!
George W
5.0
2/15/2022
Very nice venue. The staff was awesome to work with. Reserving the facility was very easy and the representative was flexible and very accommodating. I experienced a level of professionalism like never before. I highly recommend this venue for your event.
Kate S
5.0
2/12/2022
This venue was PERFECT for our wedding! The pricing was great, the rotunda was gorgeous, and outside was sooo beautiful. We got some amazing photos within and around the entire facility.
LMEC was such a great place to have our wedding, the staff was very responsive, and would hands-down recommend LMEC to anyone who asks.
Lia D
5.0
2/01/2022
We just got married at Lake Mary Events Center over the weekend and we’re so happy we booked this venue. We had our ceremony in the Rotunda and it was so beautiful. Everyone loved the location and it really has everything. The view is outstanding, the ballroom is spacious and you have the option to have your ceremony inside or outside. Alyssa was helpful every step of the way and even gave us recommendations of what other couples have done for their weddings, some of which we used for our wedding. Cannot recommend this venue or the staff enough!
Susette S
5.0
1/28/2022
We had our wedding two weeks ago at the Lake Mary Events Center (LMEC) and loved everything about the venue!
The rotunda where we had the ceremony is beautiful, especially with the view of the lake through the floor-to-ceiling windows. The hallways and ballroom are spacious, and the onsite get-ready rooms for both bride and groom were very useful.
The venue itself is kind of tucked away, and combined with the fact that the entire building is rented out, it made our wedding feel more intimate. Plus, the pricing is very reasonable. LMEC is a hidden gem, for sure.
Another huge plus is their staff—such friendly and helpful people. Lynzie helped us book the venue quickly. Alyssa was responsive and made our planning process very smooth. Terry and Alex, who managed the venue on our wedding day, did an excellent job with making sure we and our vendors had everything we needed.
Overall, we are definitely happy that we had our wedding at LMEC and would 100% recommend this venue.
Lynda C
5.0
10/13/2021
Thank you Alyssa and Lake Mary Event Center staff for a wonderful venue for the wedding reception. Everything was perfect and the place was beautiful as well as elegant. Thank you also for your patience with all the questions and visits to the site to get ourselves organized. You all were kind and helpful as well as honest. Thanks again for everything!
Esther H
5.0
9/23/2021
Topics reviewed: $, value, vendor list
The prices are phenomenal. They are budget friendly and far from "cheap." Whoever said " you get what you paid for" is DEAD WRONG. In the wedding world, you get 1/2 of what you paid for and you're almost always over charged. That is not the case with LMEC!!! It was worth every penny and more! Please don't ever ever ever increase your prices!!! Beautiful venue with so many options for every bride, groom, budget and timeline.
The staff is wonderfully kind and immensely helpful. Speak with Linzey (I think I spelt it wrong)- she knows the venue well, gives great advice and is happy to walk alongside you to make sure that LMEC is everything that you want it to be.
Absolutely beautiful space. You can and will create your lasting memories here with your spouse, loved ones and friends. Stunning venue with gorgeous windows and backdrop views in the rotunda, plenty of space in the ballroom for whatever you use it for, awesome lake and covered patio area for pictures. It started to rain during our bridal party group photos so we gathered our things and went under the patio. Honestly, those are some of my favorite photos from the whole day!
The vendor list for catering is a broad one. I strongly suggest meeting with EVERY SINGLE ONE, tasting their food and discussing prices. Long story short: take the extra money you saved by choosing an affordable venue like LMEC and TALK ABOUT THE SERVING SIZES with your caterer. You are going to spend thousands of dollars on food for you and your guests. Make sure you know exactly what a plate for your guests will include (how many servings, how large of a serving, are they going to make sure your guest count can eat or will they assume 10% of your guests are a no-show on the day of?) You cannot make up for a lack of food at your wedding. That being said, I do not, cannot and will not recommend JM catering.
But we did hire LMEC and I couldn't be happier!
Anayjay W
5.0
6/22/2021
This venue was awesome! The staff were very informative and responded fast when I had questions. Which made the wedding planning process smooth. The venue itself is affordable and beauty. I had so many guests inquire about this venue. You guys were awesome!!!
Laura T
5.0
6/11/2021
Greatest value!! The beauty of this venue is truly priceless. It offers a great taste of nature facing a lovely lake and the comfort of inside A/C on those hot Florida days. The staff is incredibly nice and patient! They do an excellent job helping make your wedding perfect.
Cheryl N
5.0
5/26/2021
We had the best wedding. Everything was flawless. Thanks Lynzie for all your help!
Stephanie G
5.0
5/21/2021
An absolutely magical venue! My husband and I got married and had both our ceremony and reception there! They were very affordable and very flexible with our wants/needs! Absolutely loved the rotunda! It was a fairy tale wedding experience!
Kelly D
5.0
4/20/2021
A great venue all the way around. Highly recommend.
My initial draw to LMEC was their built-in costs. Tables and chairs (indoor and outdoor) are included in their rental fee which is a huge bargain compared to many venues I had looked at. They are a city-owned center, so every cost is spelled out nice and neat on their website. No guess work involved. We had a weekday ceremony, making the cost even lower. They have a list of approved vendors (4 Rivers in on there and who we used -and wanted to begin with-) and you are able to provide your own alcohol.
The venue itself is beautiful. Right on a lake with an amazing sunset (if the weather cooperates, which it absolutely did on our day). There is a large ballroom (with a dance floor already there), small rooms for the Bride and Groom parties (although I recommend getting ready at a hotel or somewhere else, it's a little small for hair and makeup but a great room to relax in before the ceremony.) The rotundra room is very beautiful and great if you want an indoor ceremony or to use it as a photobooth room. It was also such a relief to have a backup location if the weather did not cooperate with us. We had an outdoor ceremony and the trellis we faced was a perfect backdrop.
The venue was very helpful and worked with us during our covid postponing.
They do not allow drop off of anything the day before, only once your rental time starts. I purchased a few extra hours to allow for drop off of my decor and for the vendors to have time to set up. Keep this in mind when planning your time (I believe weekend rentals include the whole day but weekday rentals start at 4pm).
All in all I could not have asked for a better venue. I'm so glad I found LMEC and you will absolutely love them as your venue.
Christina E
4.0
3/27/2021
The venue itself is beautiful and our wedding pictures turned out amazing with the lake and sunset in the background. Cristin was our manager up till the month prior to our wedding, which she did amazing in answering all my questions and needs, especially due to Covid. After she left, the leadership was not as flexible as expected especially with a pandemic going on. *very business like and stuck to the contract, which I understand in any normal circumstance pre-covid.
Andrea V
5.0
2/24/2021
I loved Lake Mary Events Center. Although they have a pre-approved vendor list and some minor sound rules, I never found any of those to be an issue for me. The staff was really wonderful, readily available to all my questions. The location was beautiful, pictures are amazing with the lake and natural background. Even the inside was super elegant. Even if your wedding is on a rainy day, the inside rotunda is perfect for pictures. I highly recommend!
Mayra V
5.0
12/28/2020
Where do I begin? Alyssa was soooo helpful answering every question whenever I emailed her no matter how silly my question was. The venue was spectacular and the staff that was there during my event were SUPER friendly and helpful. Everything I requested was fulfilled. The venue itself is in a beautiful location and the pictures as the sun set behind the lake were magnificent. I cannot say enough about the Event Center. It made my daughters wedding day as wonderful as we hoped for.
Suhail R
5.0
12/07/2020
Lake Mary Events Center is beautiful! .. all my guests fell in love. The garden was perfect for a sunset wedding.
Vincent A
5.0
10/01/2020
Excellent Venue!
Pelucia D
5.0
9/21/2020
The Lake Mary Event Center is the most beautiful venue I’ve ever seen hands done. I wanted to host my wedding at LMEC because it has a romantic feel, the same feeling you get when watching a romance movie on television. The way the suns light hits the Rotunda during the Golden Hour, was my favorite part. I was also very happy to see the carpet in the ballroom got an update. The new carpet compliments the dance floor, and the window curtain much better! Thank you to Cristin who was my point of contact for 16 months! She was amazing, and helpful throughout the whole process.
Kaitlin S
5.0
9/13/2020
There aren’t enough words to express how much we LOVED working with Cristin Rumler and the entire Lake Mary Events Center staff! Cristin was so great to work with and always responded quickly to any questions! They made sure that everything was perfect on our wedding day and we couldn’t have asked for a better venue! We have received so many compliments on how perfectly our venue flowed for our wedding day! Lake Mary Events Center was the perfect place for our wedding!
Bethany H
5.0
9/11/2020
Where do I even start!? First, Lake Mary Events Center, Cristin Rumler, and their entire staff are absolutely phenomenal. Absolute dream to work with. In the midst of a global pandemic, TWO postponements, and so many other changes they were kind, patient, understanding, and so incredibly helpful. They understood the importance of keeping people safe during this crazy time, but they also understood the importance of still having a special day.
Second, the place is stunning (obviously.) My husband and I wanted an outdoor waterfront ceremony, but we wanted a beautiful backup plan (because...ya know, Florida weather.) This place checks all the boxes. The lakefront views, the rotunda, the ballroom ... it's absolutely picture perfect. And, compared to a lot of other Florida venues it felt very affordable.
To sum it up, if you're comparing and contrasting a bunch of Florida venues: stop here. Book Lake Mary Events Center. You'll get stunning lake views and a team of the kindest professionals you'll ever meet.
Ashley W
5.0
8/13/2020
Beautiful venue, we had our wedding in the rotunda in August and you have the best view and feel of being outside without the heat.
We also had to reschedule our April wedding due to the pandemic and Lake Mary did not charge us anything to change our date which we are thankful for, they were extremely understanding of the situation and took all necessary precautions.
Elizabeth G
5.0
7/15/2020
The vendor was professional and would respond to any concerns immediately. The location is Gorgeous!
Janet Z
5.0
5/17/2020
We loved our venue and are so thankful to have found LMEC. This beautiful location was everything was wanted. The multiple spaces available are each wonderful. My husband wanted an indoor ceremony and I never thought in my wildest wedding dreams that I would agree to it. But when I walked into the Rotunda, I knew I wanted to say our vows there. I loved every part of our day here. I would recommend to future brides to consider paying the extra money to enter the building an hour early. It is the only thing that I wish we had done differently. We had a 4:30 ceremony and that first hour and a half in the building was incredibly stressful and rushed. I thought $300 for one hour was too steep but reflecting back on it now, it would have been well worth it to be able to slow down and breathe. Every other minute there was flawless!
Emily C
5.0
3/22/2020
This place is a dream! The location and building are so beautiful! We got married here in February 2020 and it was a seamless process! I was somewhat concerned about hours as we had to be out of the building by 11:00pm but it worked well and I was very appreciative of the help we got throughout the day. We got so many compliments on our venue and loved having ceremony and reception all together! Would 100% do it the exact same way!
Bethany M
5.0
3/22/2020
Love! The LMEC was the perfect choice for our wedding. So beautiful inside and out. We were lucky to have sunny weather for our outdoor ceremony, but if we were forced to have it inside, it would have been just as beautiful in the rotunda. The staff was great to work with and were very responsive.
Fatema T
5.0
3/10/2020
The venue was amazing and they were very accommodating and helpful throughout the event. We were able to contact them at anytime during the day and they were prompt with their response.
Madeline D
5.0
3/04/2020
Everything in one place — ceremony in the beautiful Rotunda, cocktail hour on the romantic patio, reception in the gorgeous ballroom! The Lake Mary Events Center was the perfect (and affordable) location for our wedding. Our photos are absolutely stunning by the oak trees up front and in front of the lake behind the building. I highly recommend this romantic venue to all brides-to-be!
Jessica S
4.0
1/22/2020
Absolutely stunning wedding venue with a great indoor contingency plan if any of your wedding day facets are outside. It was like all of the best parts of the Disney Wedding Pavilion without Disney prices (or Disney guests roaming around since the venue is completely private).
Only had 2 gripes: it was in the contract, but still stunk that we had to do all of the cleanup ourselves and they didn't really have anyone there to help us; no music beyond an acoustic guitar or violin etc. is allowed outside, so our DJ had to have music playing inside the rotunda and hope people outside could hear it during cocktail hour. It didn't matter much to us beyond that because we were having our ceremony and reception indoors, but is definitely something to keep in mind if you want an outdoor ceremony.
CLAUDIA M
5.0
1/08/2020
My daughter's wedding was beautiful! The Lake Mary Event Center is the perfect choice for weddings, given the fact that we never know what to expect for weather in Florida.
From the moment we walked in to visit for the first time we fell in love with the options the venue offers. We expected sunny weather, so we had planned for an outdoor ceremony. Since the chances of rain went up to 60% we move the ceremony indoors and it was magnificent.
Loved everything this place offers. Beautiful areas for gorgeous pictures. All of our guest commented on how amazing the venue was.
Halle W
4.0
12/09/2019
We got married at the end of September. The venue was gorgeous and it was a beautiful day. We used our own coordinator so I don’t know how their day of is. The only complaint I have is they did not have speakers that music could be played out of. We tried to save money by not having a DJ, but we found out a week out that we couldn’t play music with their speakers. We ended up spending about the same as a DJ for speakers that could play music well.
Diane F
5.0
11/18/2019
Thank you LMEC for making my daughters wedding day perfect. From the ceremony in the sun filled Rotunda to the Ball Room reception to the cocktail hour on the patio, it was just beautiful. Cristin was such a great help with all the details and Rich was such a big help with the set up and breakdown. Thank you all for such a memorable day. Diane F. ❤️
Kendra M
5.0
11/02/2019
This venue was perfect. From the moment we stepped in we were in love. Very spacious and the time slots were great. Our entire wedding party was able to mingle and change before the wedding while waiting for guest to arrive. Lots of room in the ballroom for our guest, the dance floor, drinks a bar, and photo booth. Everything was amazing and our wedding was a success.
Karen R
5.0
11/01/2019
We had our wedding at the Lake Mary Events Center on 10/17/19 and loved our experience. The Rotunda is absolutely gorgeous and made for a magical space for our ceremony. Its floor to ceiling windows gave our big moment the beauty of the outdoors with the comfort of A/C and not having to worry about if it would rain (because, Florida...). The trellis areas outside were a gorgeous location to take pictures.
The staff was awesome to work with. We visited the site several times to take measurements, ask questions, and as long as we checked ahead that the space wasn't rented we were allowed to come in and explore. That was very convenient.
The one thing that I did not 100% enjoy were the bridal and groom rooms. First, they are located right next door to each other. This makes it difficult for both parties to get ready and go out for pictures without seeing each other. Second, the furnishings and color scheme, especially in the brides room, are dated. A refreshing in the brides room would create a better atmosphere for all of the getting-ready photos that take place there.
Susan R
5.0
10/16/2019
I cannot give enough stars to this venue where we held my daughter’s wedding this past weekend! If you are lucky enough to have them have your date available book as soon as possible without hesitation. You will not regret it and will have the most beautiful event. We had both the ceremony and reception there and it was a dream come true!
Manuel O
5.0
10/07/2019
Beautiful place to have a wedding!! The staff was very attentive and quick to respond to all of our questions and requests.
Bianca E
5.0
9/04/2019
This venue was PERFECT!!! When I first started looking, I thought I wanted something outdoors. The moment I walked through the front door and saw the rotunda walkway, I knew it had to be our aisle. We also decided on a Summer wedding, so having everything inside worked out perfectly! We had cocktail hour in the front entrance and hallway area. Our ceremony was in the rotunda and then we had our reception in the ballroom. Much doesn’t have to be done to this venue because it’s so gorgeous on its own. The only “complaint” I had about the venue was not being able to book our rehearsal until 30 days before the wedding. Although we had the entire payment made, they would not allow us to book the rehearsal. I had to keep calling and checking to see if the day we planned to have our rehearsal was open. This incident bothered me a little after all the money we spent, but I understand they want to leave the venue open to other people. We were lucky enough that it didn’t get booked the day before and were able to have our rehearsal there. Other than this one issue everything else was perfect!
Katrina D
5.0
8/27/2019
The most beautiful venue. If you want an outdoor-vibe with an indoor AC in this florida heat, the LMEC is the place to have your wedding. Everything is beautiful. You can create any type of space and vibe there. We absolutely LOVED our wedding at this venue!
Ben B