Palma Ceia Golf and Country Club is one of Tampa's most prestigious private clubs, established in 1916 in the heart of the elegant Palma Ceia neighborhood. The Spanish-Mediterranean clubhouse, redesigned in the 1930s, features a grand ballroom, formal dining room, and manicured terrace overlooking the club's historic 18-hole course. Weddings at Palma Ceia combine the quiet elegance of private-club membership with the full resources of a professionally staffed event operation. The ballroom accommodates up to 250 guests for seated receptions with impeccable table service, while the terrace and veranda provide outdoor cocktail hour options. Weddings are available to members and their guests, with full in-house catering and coordination.
Best seasons to marry here
Plan your day here
When are you getting married?
Pick a day and I'll work out the light for it — sunset here, when golden hour opens, and the ceremony time that puts you inside it.
Planning your timeline
| Month | Sunset | Ceremony | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:56 PM | 3:56 PM | 2.6″ |
| February | 6:20 PM | 4:20 PM | 2.6″ |
| March | 7:38 PM | 5:38 PM | 2.5″ |
| April | 7:54 PM | 5:54 PM | 2.5″ |
| May | 8:12 PM | 6:12 PM | 2.6″ |
| June | 8:27 PM | 6:27 PM | 7.4″ |
| July | 8:28 PM | 6:28 PM | 7.8″ |
| August | 8:08 PM | 6:08 PM | 9.0″ |
| September | 7:35 PM | 5:35 PM | 6.1″ |
| October | 7:01 PM | 5:01 PM | 2.3″ |
| November | 5:37 PM | 3:37 PM | 1.4″ |
| December | 5:36 PM | 3:36 PM | 2.6″ |
Sunset times are calculated for this venue's coordinates, shown in EDT for the 15th of each month in 2026. Golden hour is the 60 minutes before sunset. The ceremony start is my rule of thumb — about 2 hours before sunset, so a short ceremony and family photos still leave the two of you in golden light. Adjust it to your own timeline. Average temperatures and rainfall are NOAA 1991–2020 normals from TAMPA INTL AP, 4 miles away.
Amenities & Inclusions
Catering
In-house catering only
Bar / Alcohol
In-house bar; full liquor license
Music Curfew
11:30 PM
Rental Hours
6 hrs included
Vendors
Preferred vendor list; outside vendors require approval
Rain Backup Plan
Indoor ballroom and multiple event spaces
Hurricane Season Note
June–November; indoor ballroom available as backup
Verify Before You Book
Private club — verify guest membership requirements for non-member weddings
Rob Craven
Lead Photographer
Sunset Direction
West; golf course faces open sky for sunset ceremonies
Shade Coverage
Indoor and tree-lined outdoor areas
Best Shots & Hidden Gems
Historic clubhouse facade, golf course fairways at sunset, grand ballroom chandeliers, live oak tree ceremony spots
1601 S MacDill Ave
Tampa, FL
Parking
On-site lot and valet available
Nearest Airport
Tampa International Airport (TPA) · 7 mi
Guest Hotels
The Epicurean Hotel, Hilton Tampa Downtown, Barrymore Hotel Tampa Riverwalk
