PRIVATE EVENT VENUES

No matter the size, Great Southern Events has the perfect spot for your special occasion.

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PALAFOX HOUSE

Area: 2478 sq. ft.
Capacity: 125 (seated event) / 175 (cocktail reception)

Housed in a historic 1912 building in the heart of downtown Pensacola, Palafox House is a wonderful example of early 20th-century architecture. Palafox House is available as a rental venue for all types of events; rehearsal dinners, corporate gatherings, bridal luncheons, holiday parties, birthday celebrations — the list is endless. For catering options, please visit our list of preferred caterers.

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THE FISH HOUSE

Bait Shop

Area: 450 sq. ft.
Capacity: 20 (seated event) / 30 (cocktail reception)

The Bait Shop is a private dining room located at the southern end of the Seville Harbor complex. The room is appointed with stylish antique furniture, offering a comfortable and prestigious place to hold meetings and special dinners for your company or for family occasions. In addition, the room has audio visual capabilities including a screen and projection system. Custom-built exotic Lyptus wood wine racks line the wall and create an atmosphere of a private wine cellar. A private lavatory is also available for guests using this room. The view is of the Deck and Pensacola Bay. 

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Sushi Room

Area: 800 sq. ft.
Capacity: 30 (seated event) / 40 (cocktail reception)

The Sushi Room, adjacent to the main Fish House dining room, can be booked for private events. The room features a 1300-gallon tropical fish aquarium and a beautiful view of Pensacola Bay.  This room has capabilities for numerous events including presentations, meetings, luncheons and dinners. In addition, the room has audio visual capabilities including a screen and projection system.

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THE DECK

Area: 3500 sq. ft.
Capacity: 350 guests

The Deck boasts an incredible waterfront entertainment space. It can accommodate up to 350 people and is the perfect location for a wedding, winging, or class reunion.

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ATLAS OYSTER HOUSE

The Captain’s Room

Area: 400 sq. ft.
Capacity: 28 guests

The Captain’s Room is located in Atlas Oyster House. This venue is decorated with a modern nautical theme and has a view of Seville Harbor, The Deck, and Pensacola Bay.

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Harbor View Deck

Area: 3500 sq. ft.
Capacity: 65 (seated event) / 100 (cocktail reception)

The Harbor View Deck, located at Atlas Oyster House, has beautiful views of Seville Harbor and Pensacola Bay. It is a fully covered space with booth-style seating along the water – perfect for your rehearsal dinner or company cocktail party.
Guests

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Atlas Oyster House is the perfect space for large social gatherings up to 175 people. The complex can accommodate both indoor and outdoor dining with three different areas: Atlas Bar, Captain’s Room, and Harbor View Deck.

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JACKSON’S STEAKHOUSE

Governor’s Room

Area: 700 sq. ft.
Capacity: 40 (seated event) / 55 (cocktail reception)

The private dining room, known as the Governor’s Room, is perfect for a more intimate evening or for audiovisual and guest-speaker programs. It seats up to 50 guests for dinner and accommodates up to 65 for a reception. The room overlooks historic Ferdinand Plaza in downtown Pensacola. In addition, the room features handcrafted lighting, a beautiful still life painting as well as the restaurants’ wine cellar.

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FIVE SISTERS BLUES CAFÉ

The Courtyard

Area: 700 sq. ft.
Capacity: 40 (seated event) / 50 (cocktail reception)

Five Sisters’ Courtyard is the perfect spot for eating and meeting outside with friends or colleagues. Reminiscent of a traditional New Orleans courtyard with an abundance of potted plants, iron furniture, ceiling fans and exposed brick it creates a relaxed, casual atmosphere – as if you were enjoying an event on the patio at your oldest friend’s house. Whether a meeting, birthday or retirement party, rehearsal dinner or informal  fish fry or barbecue, The Courtyard is a perfect choice for your next event.

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ANGELENA’S RISTORANTE ITALIANO

Garden Room

Area: 850 sq. ft
Capacity: 50 (seated event) / 65 (cocktail reception)

The Garden Room is perfect for any private event from a more intimate evening to a holiday cocktail party. The space is also equipped with an audio visual system for guest-speaker programs. The room features handcrafted lighting, beautiful original art by local artist, Sarah Soule, as well as an extensive wine cellar.