Looking to Host Without the Hassles in Jupiter, Florida? These Event Spaces Offer Places to Party
Story by Jan Norris
Photos by Carri Lager and Eric Weiss
It’s full-on party season – a time for gathering, making merry, and toasting others.
But there are more than 12 of you. Maybe 50 or more. Where are you going to host a group?
We have suggestions for places that can host 12 to 500, though you may be too late for a holiday party, since many book months ahead if not a year in advance. Holiday weekends? Long gone.
• Get at least a rough head count. Some spaces charge per person.
• Look for calendar gaps (after holidays; weeknights - especially Mondays). If you and your group are flexible enough, ask to be put on a waiting list.
• Ask for options for outside patios, decks, pavilions.
• Get it in writing. Clarify all details about what is furnished, allowed from outside.
• If it’s a big event, and especially outdoors, ask about insurance, and cancellations.
Creative venues to consider
Think outside the box – or the room. Discover farms, animal sanctuaries, and even a 1920s historic estate.
Jupiter Civic Center
351 Old A1A, Jupiter (in Carlin Park). (561) 741-2400; jupiter.fl.us.
A rustic oceanfront building owned by the city on the northeast side of Carlin Park. Weddings, receptions, parties for up to 100, with limited facilities. Plenty of parking. Must be a Jupiter resident or friends with one to reserve.
Photos by Carri Lager
The Jupiter Civic Center is a prime beachfront venue that holds 100, but you must be a Jupiter resident or befriends with one to rent it. If you're looking for a setting for a beach wedding, this may be your ideal spot.
Blue Ridge Farms,
17190 Jupiter Farms Road, Jupiter. (561) 275-8682; blueridgefarms.us.
Outdoor covered pole barn setting. Rustic elegance, designed for photos. Can accommodate 200 plus.
Lady Jean Ranch
10333 Randolph Siding Road, Jupiter. (561) 745-1300; ladyjeanranch.com.
A working ranch on 55 acres that can accommodate 300 or more. Charming, rustic.
Jupiter Creamery
18591 131st Trail N., Jupiter. (561) 260-1609. jupitercreamery.com.
Ten acre working dairy farm provides a backdrop for a rustic party or other event. Covered pole barn can accommodate 200 plus. BYO decor.
Loggerhead Marinelife Center
14200 U.S. 1, Juno Beach. (561) 627-8280; marinelife.org.
Ballroom setting for up to 300. Surrounded by sea
life motifs, you’ll be contributing to one of the top turtle rescues in the U.S.
Busch Wildlife Sanctuary
17855 Rocky Pines Road, Jupiter. (561) 575-3399; buschwildlife.org.
Surrounded by wildlife, you’ll party under the stars in a pavilion that can accommodate 100. A rescue animal will be your special guest.
Pelican Club,
1065 N. S.R. A1A, Jupiter. (561) 693-5063. lessings.com.
Ballroom setting, waterfront, with a great view of the lighthouse. Several venues cater here. Can hold 300 or more.
At the Pelican Club, guests get a view of the lighthouse from the patio. Bring the yacht: A dock is available here, too.
Abacoa Golf Club
105 Barbados Dr., Jupiter (561)622-0036; abacoagolfclub.com.
A public venue, the golf club’s clubhouse hosts all types of events, from birthdays and bar mitzvahs, to celebrations of life. Full venue services.
The Manor on St. Lucie Crescent
512 S.W. St. Lucie Crescent, Stuart. (772) 678-2372; themanorslc.com.
A well-hidden spot in Stuart, the 1920s estate is an event venue that can accommodate up to 100 elegant guests. Great Gatsby atmosphere.
All ages restaurants and venues with private spaces for groups
Most listed have private rooms for 12-20 that can be reserved ahead. Patio and outside spaces are also available. Reserving an entire restaurant is possible, with a big enough budget. For that option, book it for a time when usually closed – such as a brunch for a bridal or baby shower, or a rehearsal lunch at a dinner-only spot.
The Sims House
322 Center St., Jupiter. (561) 431-4436.
Book the whole eclectic, historic restaurant, or just the patio area for a cocktail event.
Tavolena
185 E. Indiantown Road, Jupiter. (561) 972-7228. tavolena.com.
A private dining area is available for a small group at this upscale Italian restaurant. Reserve in advance.
Maxi’s Lineup
103 S. U.S. 1, Jupiter. (561) 741-3626.
Sign up for part or all of the side room, a kitsch bar venue, next door (connected inside) to Little Moir’s Food Shack. BYO band.
Topside at the Beacon
1107 Love Street, Jupiter. (561) 532-3270; topsidejupiter.com.
Reserve this upper deck waterfront bar (or part of it) that has a bird’s eye view of the lighthouse. Alfresco, tropical, casual – cocktail party perfect.
Twisted Tuna
353 U.S. 1., Jupiter. (561) 406-2188; twistedtuna.com.
Waterfront on a canal. Office meetup or family group
events can be set up at this casual seafood spot.
Gallery Grille
383 Tequesta Dr., Tequesta. (561) 575-3775; thegallerygrille.com.
A large private room is good for club luncheons, showers, rehearsal brunches and cocktail parties. At night, the patio is an option for a small group.
Double Roads, Heavens Door
103 U.S. 1, Jupiter. (561) 437-3348; doubleroadstavern.com. A private room dubbed the Speakeasy can accommodate up to 35 with room for a guitar player. Cater from the kitchen. A casual, music-forward spot.
2 Vinez
287 E. Indiantown Road, Jupiter. (561) 745-6262; 2vinezjupiter.com.
Mod wine bar with a private dining space. Hold a wineand-cheese tasting party with friends here, or an anniversary party that involves champagne.
Blackbird
1511 N. Old Dixie Highway, Jupiter. (561) 589-7505; blackbirdmodernasian.com.
An upstairs room is available at the modern Asian with wow factor decor. Birthdays and anniversaries noted here by the kitchen.
Bullseyes & Birdies: All Ages Sports Lounge
10160 W. Indiantown Road, Jupiter. (561) 631-7657; bullseyesandbirdies.com. The Back Room at this newly renovated multi-sport game venue offers large video screens, private spaces with custom decoration options, and activities, including a private bar, karaoke zone, golf simulator, axe-throwing, or a simple lounge setup, suitable for everything from birthday parties, baby showers, to corporate team-building events. You dream it, they can do it. Accommodating 45-60 people. Or rent out the entire place for up to 150.
Buonasera Ristorante
2545 U.S. 1, Jupiter. (561) 744-0543, buonaserajupiter2993.com. Classic Italian hospitality, with menu options in their semi-private rooms. Accommodates up to 30 diners.
Tiki 52
18487 S.E. Federal Highway, Tequesta. (561) 744-9113. tiki52tequesta.com.
They can handle groups and cocktail parties with ease under the many tiki huts here, and kids are welcome. Casual, with live music.
Hotels to host your special events
The Wyndham Grand in Harbourside
122 Sounding Ave., Jupiter. (561) 273-6600; wyndhamgrandjupiter.com.
The Mac Daddy of catering spaces, they can accommodate from 40 to 500 in the hotel’s many ballrooms and meeting rooms. Some overlook the bay behind the hotel.
Jupiter Resort
5 Jimmy Buffett Memorial Highway, Jupiter. (561) 746.-2511; opalcollection.com/jupiter-beach/.
Besides the hotel’s Latitudes restaurant, three venues are available here for more formal parties or gatherings from 60-150. Weddings are a separate plan. An ocean view for all.
