Azalea Lodge at Mead Botanical Garden
Azalea Lodge at Mead Botanical Garden is where the beauty of nature and old Florida charm come together to create a stunning backdrop to any event. Immerse yourself in the heart of nature on this sprawling property of majestic hundred-year-old oak trees, winding creeks, and stunning floral gardens.
Weddings
The Azalea Lodge venue exudes rustic charm with gleaming hardwood floors, iron and wood fixtures, and soaring ceilings. The perfect canvas to create your one-of-a-kind event with.
- Exclusively managed by Events by Dubsdread - Award-Winning Food and Service.
- Many Distinct Indoor and Outdoor Spaces - Booked Separately or Can Be Combined.
- 48-Acre Botanical Garden
- Able to Accommodate Parties of 20-175 Guests.
- On-Site Bridal Suite.
- Venue Rental includes – Tables, Chairs, China, Glassware, Silverware, and Standard House Linens.
- Indoor and Outdoor Ceremony Options Available.
- Four Unique Outdoor Garden Ceremony Options - The Historic Little Amphitheater, Legacy Garden, Butterfly Garden and Grove Courtyard.
- Ceremony and Reception Timeframes – 5 Hours.
- Reception Only Timeframes – 4 Hours with Option for Additional Time. (subject to availability)
- Brunch/Afternoon and Evening Timeframes Available.
- Venue Rental Rate Discounts Available. (based on time of year, day of the week, time of day, etc.)
- Location is convenient to Downtown Orlando and bordering City of Winter Park.
- Parking included.
You Get More Than a Venue - We Are at Your Service
At Your Service
Our event coordinators offer service and hospitality you won’t find anywhere else including:
PRE-EVENT SERVICES:
- Tasting for Four – Scheduling and Menu Guidance.
- Ceremony and Reception Layout Assistance.
- Vendor Guidance and Coordination Assistance.
- Optional Planning Session.
- Final Event Planning Meeting – 1 to 2 Hours.
- Ceremony Rehearsal Assistance (for onsite events).
DAY-OF SERVICES:
- Day-of Event Vendor Check-In and Management.
- Schedule, Coordinate and Manage Day-Of Event.
- Display Case Creation.
- Placement of Favors, Pre-Assembled Centerpieces, Place Cards, and Table Assignments.
- Floral Distribution for Family and Wedding Party.
- Door Greeters for Guest Arrival.
- Personal Butler for Wedding Couple.
- Cake Cutting Coordination.
Parties & Events
Let's Celebrate
Whether it’s an intimate gathering to prepare for a milestone event, corporate function, or a large celebration of a special occasion, Events by Dubsdread works with your taste and personality to get every detail right for your event. Onsite at one of our three exclusive venues or at a location of your choice, our creativity and award-winning food will help you leave a lasting impression on your attendees, friends, and family.
- Anniversary Parties
- Baby Showers
- Birthdays
- Bridal Showers
- Celebrations of Life
- Corporate Luncheons
- Employee Appreciation Events
- Holiday Parties
- Leadership Meetings
- Lectures
- Lunch and Learns
- Networking Events
- Product Launches
- Rehearsal Dinners
- Training Sessions
Events by Dubsdread social gatherings are customized to your needs with flexible seating and setups that can include sit down receptions, theater-style seating, cocktail-style, or a combination of several to accommodate your needs.
Catering
Dining Together
Whether you prefer plated service, heavy hors d’oeuvres, or a buffet-style meal, your cuisine options are limitless. We can customize your menu to create something perfect for your event, group size, budget, cultural or dietary needs, and personal preferences.
Some of our most popular menu options include:
(availability subject to change)
- Boursin-stuffed Chicken with Herb Crust.
- Filet Mignon with Mushroom Merlot Sauce.
- Maryland-style Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes.
- Parmesan-Crusted Fresh Catch of the Day.
- Handmade Mushroom Ravioli, plus Many Vegetarian, Gluten Free, and Dairy Free Options.
- I-Do Barbecue Buffet: Candied Bacon Skewers, Brined Chicken, Smoked Tri Tip, Hush Puppies and Much More!
- Build-Your-Own Brunch Buffet: Eggs Benedict, Mimosa Bars, and Omelet Stations.
- Mix and Mingle Hors D’oeuvres: Poke Shooters, Mini Chicken Cordon Bleu, Baked Brie and Raspberry en Croute, Conch Fritters with Key Lime Mustard Sauce, Pot Stickers, and So Many More!
- And Our Fun Addition Bars: Macaroni & Cheese Bar, Slider Bar, Mini-Pancake Bar, Shrimp & Grits, Nitro Popcorn, S’mores Station, Bottomless Mimosas, Cotton Candy Bubbly Bar, Late Night Treat Selections, and Many More!
See the delicious options for yourself!
