More Than Just Weddings: Host Your Next Milestone Event at The Sanctuary in Venice, Florida
Most people discover The Sanctuary at Creators Farm and Garden while searching for the perfect wedding venue in Venice, Florida — but once they step onto the property, they immediately start imagining every other celebration here too.
With 12,000+ sq ft of air-conditioned space, acres of private gardens, separate luxury suites, and parking for 150+ cars, The Sanctuary is built for memorable gatherings of all kinds. Here are the most popular non-wedding events couples, families, and companies are now booking — and why they keep coming back.
1. Milestone Birthday & Anniversary Parties (30th, 40th, 50th, 60th+)
Want something far more special than a hotel ballroom?
Turn the building into a Great-Gatsby speakeasy for a 40th
Host a garden-to-table long-table dinner under the oaks for a 25th anniversary
Throw an over-the-top “Sweet Sixteen” or Quinceañera with food trucks, and photo booths
2. Corporate Retreats, Team-Building Days & Holiday Parties
Companies from Tampa to Fort Myers are escaping stuffy conference rooms love us because:
Full-day buyout = zero interruptions
Breakout spaces: use the bridal/groom suites as private meeting rooms, lawn for team-building games
High-speed Wi-Fi + 20-ft projector screen for presentations
Catered farm-to-table lunches from local partners
Optional add-ons: axe throwing, yoga on the dock, or guided nature meditation walks
3. Baby Showers, Bridal Showers & Gender Reveals
Expectant parents and best friends choose The Sanctuary because it’s beautiful without being stuffy:
Pastel brunch in the garden with mimosa bar
Boho picnic-style shower under the oaks
Dramatic gender-reveal smoke cannons over the pond at sunset (safe, permitted, and photographer-ready)
4. Fundraisers, Galas & Nonprofit Events
Local charities love the built-in “wow” factor:
Gala dinners for 250 with silent auction inside, live auction on the covered patio
5K / fun-run start/finish lines right on property using our trails
Daytime luncheon fashion shows using the long center aisle as a natural runway
5. Memorial Services & Celebration-of-Life Gatherings
Families appreciate the peaceful, private setting when honoring a loved one:
Intimate services under the oaks or inside the bright Sanctuary hall
Reception-style luncheon afterward so guests can linger, share stories, and walk the nature trails
Pet-friendly (many want their late loved one’s dog present)
Flexible Packages That Actually Make Sense
Unlike venues that nickel-and-dime you, our event rentals include:
12-hour access (most events run 10 a.m.–10 p.m.)
Tables + chairs for up to 300
Set-up / tear-down by our crew
On-site manager + security
Use of both luxury suites
Ample parking + golf-cart shuttles for elderly guests
Add-ons (lighting, draping, AV) are optional — you only pay for what you actually want.
Ready to Plan Something Extraordinary?
Whether it’s a 30th birthday bash, a corporate off-site, or an elegant charity gala, The Sanctuary at Creators Farm and Garden gives you venue flexibility most places in Venice and Sarasota simply can’t match.
👉 Inquire now — 2026 weekend dates are already booking.
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We can’t wait to help you celebrate life’s big (and small) moments in the most beautiful way possible.
Warmly, The Sanctuary | Weddings & Events Team Venice, Florida
