A beautifully preserved historic property from the 1800s on Jacksonville's Westside — charming gardens, classic architecture, and a personal atmosphere that makes every wedding feel like the only one that matters.
Old Spanish Quarter is a historic wedding and event venue on Jacksonville’s Westside — a beautifully preserved property dating back to the 1800s that offers a setting unlike most venues in the Jacksonville metro area. The grounds combine lush garden spaces, classic Southern architecture, charming walkways, and intimate indoor areas in a way that photographs well without feeling staged or over-designed.
The venue is located at 13535 W Beaver St near NAS Jacksonville — a quieter, more private setting than Southside or Downtown venues, which suits couples who want an exclusive, personal atmosphere rather than a hotel ballroom experience. Footloose Entertainment is on Old Spanish Quarter’s preferred vendor list and provides wedding entertainment there regularly.
Old Spanish Quarter offers both indoor and outdoor event spaces across its historic property:
| Space | Use |
|---|---|
| Garden Ceremony Grounds | Outdoor ceremony under oak branches and garden surroundings |
| Indoor Reception Area | Classic indoor space for dinner and dancing |
| Courtyard & Walkways | Cocktail hour, guest flow, photos |
The venue’s historic character is present throughout — original architectural details, preserved building elements, and garden spaces that have been maintained with the ceremony and photography experience in mind. Contact Old Spanish Quarter directly for current capacity configurations and layout options specific to your guest count.
A typical Old Spanish Quarter wedding flows from an outdoor garden ceremony — guests seated beneath the property’s trees and garden surroundings — into the courtyard for cocktail hour, then to the indoor reception area for dinner and dancing. The property’s layout keeps all three phases on the same grounds, so guests don’t need to travel and the day feels cohesive rather than segmented.
The garden ceremony setting is intimate and naturally framed, working well for both larger ceremonies and smaller, more personal events. After the ceremony, the courtyard and walkways naturally serve as cocktail hour space while the indoor reception area is finalized for dinner service.
Footloose Entertainment is on Old Spanish Quarter’s preferred vendor list and provides wedding entertainment there regularly. We know the property’s load-in process, power access across the outdoor and indoor spaces, and how the venue team coordinates on day-of transitions.
The outdoor garden ceremony requires a wireless microphone and speaker system sized for open-air coverage. The indoor reception area handles a full DJ and dance floor setup. We pre-coordinate both with the Old Spanish Quarter team in advance so the transition from ceremony to indoor reception is smooth for your guests.
What we confirm before every Old Spanish Quarter event: outdoor ceremony speaker placement and wireless mic plan, load-in timing and access, indoor reception setup and power layout, and day-of transition coordination with the venue team.
A mirror booth or 360 video booth works well here — the historic interior and garden surroundings make for distinctive booth photos. We confirm placement during pre-event coordination to maximize guest traffic flow.
Footloose Entertainment’s DJ & MC packages start at $1,495, with final pricing shaped by guest count, hours of coverage, and any add-ons. See what’s included or request a quote for your date.
Old Spanish Quarter is at 13535 W Beaver St, Jacksonville, FL 32220 — on Jacksonville's Westside near NAS Jacksonville.
Yes — the garden ceremony grounds are the venue's primary outdoor ceremony setting, with the property's historic trees and garden surroundings as a natural backdrop.
Footloose Entertainment is on the preferred vendor list and has provided entertainment there regularly. We know the load-in process, power access, and how the outdoor-to-indoor transition is coordinated with the venue team.
Old Spanish Quarter accommodates weddings of various sizes across its indoor and outdoor spaces. Contact the venue directly for current capacity configurations based on your guest count and preferred layout.
Yes — Old Spanish Quarter also hosts corporate events and private parties. For this guide we focus on wedding planning, but their team can walk you through other event types during your tour.
Yes — the historic interiors and garden spaces create distinctive backdrops for a mirror booth or 360 video booth. We confirm placement during pre-event coordination.
