TAVARES, Fla. — There is a newly completed 8,000 square foot pavilion on Lake Dora in Tavares that will be used as a wedding venue and for other events.
The pavilion holds a little under 200 people per floor. There is a full kitchen, bride and groom dressing rooms and a place for the reception.
Officials said they have about 30 weddings planned.
"I know it will be very busy and loved by many to come. I think we're going to create so many wonderful memories for people. That's all I can possibly hope for from a personal level," said Tamera Rogers with the city of Tavares.
Brides and grooms can come and go by water from the wedding.
There is refinished antique furniture throughout the pavilion, along with art commissioned by local talent.
"When you can book an event in January on a dirt pile, and then they keep coming without advertisement, I think that’s a precursor to what is about to come," said Rogers.
Weddings will start at about $800 to reserve during the week and between $2,000 to $3,000 for Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.
The grand opening ceremony will be on Oct. 11.