The Shape of Water Weddings and Events
Outdoor courtyard with waterfalls
Holds ceremonies and receptions
About this venue
Cindy Morrissey
DIRECTOR OF MAGICAL MOMENTS
Typically responds within 24h
Making Your Special Day Enchanting. The Shape of Water Weddings & Events is an enchanting venue hosting weddings and private celebrations in Palm Coast, FL. Nestled within a breathtaking natural setting, the magical spaces set the scene for a fairytale event.
A Storybook Setting
The Shape of Water Restaurant offers a collection of immersive spaces unlike anything else. Cascading waterfalls, a winding river, and a charming courtyard create a romantic, otherworldly backdrop that needs very little dressing. The crown jewel is the one-of-a-kind cave setting. It offers a dramatic and unique space that will keep guests talking long after the last dance. Rental packages offer access to stunning waterfalls, the cave dining area, and the Tree of Fire and Water, creating a truly magical atmosphere for any celebration. Your guests can also gather around an impressive 8-foot fire pit. Soak in the charm of Guinevere's Gastropub and explore a range of other captivating outdoor features. Every corner offers you and your guests an unforgettable sensory experience from start to finish.
Seamless Service Packages
The Shape of Water Restaurant offers a range of all-inclusive packages that make hosting your dream event feel effortless. The Wedding Essentials Package includes up to 10 hours of venue access to the ceremony and reception spaces. This is ideal for vendors to setup and breakdown. You also get tables and chairs for up to 100 guests. Some of the add-ons to choose from include additional hours and ceremony sound with speaker and mic. The team can also provide access to their curated list of top caterers, photographers, florists, and more.
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Meet the team
Cindy Morrissey
Director of Magical Moments
Cindy brings both a marketing professional’s eye and a couple’s perspective to The Shape of Water Weddings & Events.
After building her career helping businesses tell their stories and create memorable experiences, Cindy discovered The Shape of Water while planning her own wedding. She got married here in March 2025—and fell in love with the space, the creative details, and the way the venue transforms from ceremony to celebration. That experience means she doesn’t just “know” the venue; she’s lived it.
Cindy is intimately familiar with what it takes to coordinate a wedding at The Shape of Water, from choosing the right ceremony placement and guest flow to mapping out reception layouts that feel effortless. She can help couples think through:
→Ceremony location options and sightlines
→Cocktail hour and catering set-ups (buffet, stations, plated service, food trucks)
→DJ/band placement, sound needs, and music flow from ceremony to reception
→Firepit options and evening ambiance
→High-top tables, lounge seating, and conversation areas
→Lighting ideas and photo-friendly moments
→Vendor coordination and timeline pacing
Couples appreciate Cindy’s calm, organized approach and her ability to translate big ideas into practical next steps. Her goal is simple: help you create a celebration that feels like you—beautifully planned, guest-friendly, and unforgettable at every turn.
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3/21/25
What a fascinating venue! We loved it. We enjoyed all the moving parts and pieces. This would be a great place to have a party!!!! [or a wedding!] I can't wait to go back.
2/15/26
So inventive and unique. I feel like I am at Disney without the crowds.
2/16/26
We went for an event and had a great time! The venue was unreal, and made for so many great pictures! 10/10 recommend!
3/21/25
I attended a wedding at The Shape of Water and it was magical! Cindy and Dan were so pleased with the atmosphere and when the sun went down - that's when the beauty of this venue shines - they place is the perfect Wedding venue and pretty much...
any other event that is looking for something unique!
3/20/25
Very unique outdoor venue, beautiful trees and waterfalls.
Does still have some construction and unfinished projects, but the wedding i attended was so wonderful that those unfinished visuals didnt seem to matter.
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Director of Magical Moments
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