Setting the standard for an elegant wedding, The Ritz-Carlton, Fort Lauderdale will ensure every detail is in place as we assist brides from the very start with putting all the pieces together for their special day. We specialize in creating wedding receptions and ceremonies that cater to your unique style, from sophisticated and contemporary to traditional and elegant. Starting at the planning stage, our special events manager will work with you to perfect every aspect of your wedding down to the last Vera Wang china place setting. Whether you are dreaming of a Fort Lauderdale beach wedding or setting your sights on our spectacular Astor Ballroom wedding venue, let us make your wedding day unforgettable.
Capturing the memory of your special day is important, so let our staff assist you in finding the perfect photographer.
The Ritz-Carlton, Fort Lauderdale is fortunate enough to have great and established relationships with many entertainment acts around the country! Whether you are looking for a traditional orchestra, DJ, swing band, or a jazz trio, we have the resources to find the perfect match to your celebration.
The Ritz-Carlton, Fort Lauderdale can also provide a wide range of specialty items to help you personalize your event. These upgraded items include, but are not limited to: Chiavari chairs, specialty linens, specialty base plates and menu cards.
We can also assist you with welcome baskets, bridesmaid and groomsmen gifts and a variety of other special amenities to help add that personal touch to your wedding.
We are pleased to offer:
Your Special Events Manager will:
Act as the on-site liaison between you and Hotel operations staff. Monitor the status of guests' room block reservations (if applicable). Personally oversee the details of the bride and groom’s room reservations (if applicable). Recommend Special Event Professionals to provide music, floral, photography, ceremony officiant, invitations and amenities. Act as menu consultant for all food and beverage selections. Detail your Banquet Event Order, Timeline and Wedding “Resume” outlining all of your event specifics and overnight accommodations to ensure that all information is communicated successfully to the operational team of the Hotel. Create an estimate of charges outlining your financial commitments and deposit schedule. Create a floor plan of your function space in order for you to plan and provide the Hotel with your seating arrangements. Oversee the ceremony and reception room(s) set-up, food preparation and other Hotel operations. Ensure a seamless transition to the Banquet Captain on the day of your event. Review your banquet checks for accuracy, prior to the completion of your final bill. Create a timeline for your entire wedding day. Coordinate your ceremony rehearsal Ensure the ladies have their corsages and bouquets, etc. and assist with the pinning of the gentlemen's boutonnières. Coordinate your actual ceremony (i.e. line up bridal party, etc.). Coordinate your reception (i.e. grand entrance, first dance, toasts, cake cutting, etc.). Coordinate with vendors and the Hotel Banquet Captain to ensure timeliness of your events.
Additional deposits are due as follows:
The Ritz-Carlton, Fort Lauderdale requires full pre-payment for all events
If you wish to reserve a block of rooms for your family and guests, please notify your Catering Sales Manager who can provide you with availability and rates. A discounted group rate will be offered based on a minimum of 10 or more guestrooms per night.
Holiday weekends may be subject to a three-night minimum stay. Please note check-in time is 3 p.m. and check out is 12 p.m.
Based on our current banquet menus, on average you may expect to spend approximately $75-$150 per person for Brunch, $100-$175 per person for Lunch and $150-$225 per person for dinner, exclusive of service charge and sales tax. These averages would encompass hors d'oeuvres during your welcome reception, three-course plated meal or buffet, wedding cake or dessert buffet station, the option of wine service with the meal, champagne toast and an open hosted bar for the entire event, based on a moderate drinking group.
Please be aware that our menu items and pricing are subject to change. Your final menu pricing will be based on what you actually select.
The food and beverage minimum is the least amount of money that you are required to spend on a combination of food and beverage, excluding service charge and sales tax, but it is not all that you could spend. The food and beverage minimum is reached by selecting individually priced, a la carte menu items to equal or exceed the required dollar figure.
The following examples would apply towards the food and beverage minimum:
Hors d'oeuvres, food display and carving stations, plated or buffet meal, wedding cake, dessert display stations, wine service with the meal, champagne toast, the bar (including alcohol), cappuccino station and any non-alcoholic beverages.
Centerpieces, upgraded linens/china/silverware, décor and specialty lighting would not apply towards the food and beverage minimum.
Food and Beverage minimums will vary from size, time and date of event.