Weddings in the Parks
​​​​​Weddings are welcomed in designated parks and park facilities throughout the City of Virginia Beach, including Great Neck Park, Red Wing Park, Little Island Park, and Munden Point Park . Wedding Permits are available by calling (757) 385-7275.

​​​​Wedding Venues/Fees

​​Virginia Beach Resident ​Non-Resident
​Hours
​Mon - Thu​$200/half day​$300/half day​10 am - 2 pm or 3 pm - 1/2 hour before posted closing
​Mon - Thu​$300/full day$500/full day​10 am - 1/2 hour before posted closing
​Fri - Sun​$400/half day​$600/ half day​​10 am - 2 pm or 3 pm - 1/2 hour before posted closing
​Fri - Sun​$600/full day​$800/full day​10 am - 1/2 hour before posted closing 

Great Neck Gazebo

  • ​​Amplified sound and generators are prohibited
  • Maximum capacity is 100 persons
  • 30 chairs are available upon request
  • Receptions are not permitted at the gazebo. Shelter reservations are available for this purpose.

Red Wing Park (Reba S. McClanan Fragrance, Japanese and Pollinator Garden)

  • ​Maximum capacity is 100 persons​
  • Receptions are not permitted in the gardens. Shelter reservations are available for this purpose.​

Little Island Park​

  • ​*Between Memorial Day weekend and Labor Day, weddings are allowed on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays only from 5:00 pm until 1/2 hour before posted park closing.
  • Maximum capacity is 100 persons
  • Parking is not guaranteed. All cars attending the wedding are subject to applicable parking fees.
  • 4 hour maximum per event

Other Parks & Park Facilities

​ Virginia Beach R​esident​ ​Non-Resident
​Hours
Mon - Thu​$100​$300​10 am - 1/2 hour before posted closing
Fri - Sun​​$200​$40010 am - 1/2 hour before posted closing​

  • ​4 hour maximum per event

General Rules

  • Weddings are not permitted on Memorial Day weekend, Fourth of July or Labor Day weekend.​
  • An on-site planning meeting is required for all Wedding Permits.
  • Decorations will be taped or tied. Nails, staples, and tacks are not permitted.
  • Alcoholic beverages are prohibited at all Parks and Natural Area locations.
  • Only bird seed is permitted to be thrown during the ceremony.
  • Natural flower petals only. Synthetic flower petals are prohibited.
  • All areas around wedding sites are open to the general public.
  • Parking is limited and not guaranteed at all park locations.
  • Please check in with Park office upon arrival.
  • Candles, balloons, and confetti are prohibited. ​
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