Experience Chihuly Glass Like Never Before in Tampa Bay
The Chihuly Collection is located in the heart of vibrant Downtown St Petersburg, the collection showcases the masterpieces of world-renowned artist Dale Chihuly. Whether you’re planning and intimate gathering or a sophisticated gala, our venue encompasses both the mesmerizing indoor collection and the serene beauty of the outdoor garden space for your private event.
Immerse your guests in an atmosphere of creativity and elegance, making your event a memorable experience set against the backdrop of one of a kind artistic brilliance.
Events at
The Chihuly Collection
- 720 Central Ave, St. Petersburg, FL 33701
Events at The Chihuly Collection
Facility Rates & Event Space Capacity
Monday – Thursday
Friday – Sunday & Holidays
$4,500.00
$5,500.00
Venue Details:
Event Spaces Available:
Private gallery inside collection space
Private outdoor garden space
Guest Accommodations:
144 guests seated in garden max seating
136 guest seats in garden with bar station
50 guests seated inside chandelier room
175+ guests inside and outside cocktail style
Special Discounts:
10% discount on rental fee for events
during July – August
10% discount on rental fee for local
non-profit events with certificate
Booking Details:
Contracts can be booked within 18 months of event date
Signed contract and 50% deposit due to confirm event booking
Final balance due in full 90 days prior to event date for venue
- The venue is available for weddings, corporate events, fundraisers, team building activities, social events and other special occasions
- Our In-House Event Planner will collaborate with you to confirm custom event planning service options
- If you have a professional event planner we can confirm the onboarding process with licensing and insurance requirements
- Catering and vendor services will be itemized based on your event needs
- Tables and chairs are not included in the venue rental fee and will be confirmed as needed with your catering team including timed setup and strike
- Event rates include up to a 5 hour event timeline
- Access to event space will include 3 hours of setup and 2 hours for cleanup for your vendors (for 10 hours total)
- Access to garden outdoor event space can be available for early events
- The Chihuly Collection is open to the public daily and will close at 5:00 pm for private events inside
- Security will be included for all private events
- Wedding Ceremonies can be hosted inside or outside within your event timeline
- Additional hours can be accommodated for extended events and wedding rehearsals at $400 per hour
Optional Event Enhancements
Professional Docent Tours:
Private tours of the gallery with our Docent. Can accommodate 2 tours per hour with 30 guests at a time.
$125 Upgrade per hour
Morean Hot Shop Glassblowing Demonstrations:
Get behind the scenes and observe resident glass artists creating unique works of art. All of the pieces created are for sale in the adjacent glass shop. Get inspired during your private Chihuly Collection Event! Demo can seat up to 80 guests in bleacher style area with a 30-45 minute showing.
Gift shop also open for viewing and purchases.
$500 Upgrade
Custom Glass from the Hot Shop:
Opt for custom glass art for your centerpieces or custom glassware for guests to use and keep. Choose your pieces at the Morean Glass Studio. Open daily to the public.
Booking Your Vendors & Services:
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Booking Your Professional Vendors & Services
Interested in booking your event?
Our virtual calendar is live and updated daily, displaying ‘Busy’ to indicate dates already booked with confirmed events.
Open dates are available based on contract confirmation and current availability.
Once you’ve identified your desired date based on availability, please complete the event form to connect with our team and schedule a walkthrough.
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BOOKING DETAILS
- Signed contract and 50% deposit due upon booking to confirm your event date.
- Final payment due 30 days prior to event date.
- Venue rental includes up to a 10 hour event timeline for setup, service and cleanup.
- Standard timeline 2:00 pm – 12:00 am, can be revised as needed
- Additional hours and rehearsals can be included as needed at $200 per hour.
- Events will conclude by 10:30 pm in order to allow your vendor teams 90 minutes to cleanup by 12:00 am midnight.
