When planning a wedding on City property in Virginia Beach, there are a few things that need to be considered:

• We welcome your simple, small ceremony on the beach. No permit is required for such an event. If a small (fewer than 150 participants) ceremony can remain accessible to the general public and doesn't require reservation of a specific area, it is more likely that it can be accommodated in the resort area. A simple ceremony is one which requires minimal equipment and set-up. (See below.)
• Weddings are prohibited on the boardwalk.
• As a rule, private receptions are not allowed on public property in the resort area. However, they are permitted at oceanfront establishments with a Special Event Permit enabling them to hold events on public property adjacent to their business. There are plenty of great restaurants and hotels to consider as the site for your reception. Please visit www.vbfun.com to aid in wedding planning. In addition, you may wish to contact Parks & Recreation at (757) 385-1189 for a suitable venue or more information.
• Equipment and Setup: Decorations (that must be secured to City property), tents (greater than 100 sq. feet and/or commercially installed), archways (that must be commercially delivered/installed) etc., are not permitted in the resort area. These types of items frequently involve a delivery and installation process that the restricted areas are not equipped to accommodate. Items that can be hand-carried, such as chairs, can be used in most areas.
• If you choose to hold your ceremony in the resort area, please remember :
  • Space cannot be reserved for private events in Oceanfront Parks from June 15 through Labor Day. For events of this nature occurring outside of these dates, please note that the general public admittance cannot be restricted.
  • Parking is limited
  • Commercial deliveries are not permitted (vehicular deliveries, commercial or non- commercial, are not permitted)
  • Amplified sound is not permitted
  • There are numerous activities including beach cleaning, construction, public events, etc., that occur throughout the year in a variety of locations in the resort
  • The boardwalk or beach access cannot be impeded by the event
  • Unsecured helium balloons and rice are prohibited due to environmental risks
• Visit Virginia Beach Parks & Recreation's Weddings in the Parks webpage or contact 757-385-1189 for more information about, or to place reservations for, the following gardens and park venues that appear to be created just for your perfect day!
  • EVENT VENUES LIST
    • Great Neck Park Gazebo
    • Red Wing Park Gardens
      • Japanese Garden
      • Rose Garden
      • Fragrance Garden
    • Other City parks that may accommodate private events include:
      • Little Island Park
      • Bayville Farms Park
      • Great Neck Park
      • Munden Point Park
      • Mt. Trashmore Park
      • Woodstock Park
      • Red Wing Park

For additional information about Beach Wedding Guidelines, please contact the Resort Management & Special Events Office.