Winter Park | A Wedding Weekend

Winter Park

A Wedding Weekend
Sober • Queer • Artistic • Elegant
The Alfond Inn • 300 E New England Ave, Winter Park, FL 32789
Arrival: Friday Afternoon • Welcome Dinner: Friday 7:00 PM • Wedding: Saturday 4:30 PM

Directory

🏳️‍🌈 Queer-Owned
The Glass Knife
0.2 mi • 4 min walk
LGBTQ-owned bakery and café featuring handcrafted pastries, artisanal coffee, and Pride-themed treats. Beautiful design, exceptional breakfast and brunch.
276 S Orlando Ave • theglassknife.com
LGBTQ+ Owned Sober-Friendly
Garp and Fuss
0.3 mi • 6 min walk
Gay-owned restaurant on Park Avenue with American bar cuisine, craft mocktails, and a stunning outdoor atrium. Pool table and cozy atmosphere.
Park Avenue • Winter Park
LGBTQ+ Owned Cocktails
🎨 Local Artists & Galleries
Charles Hosmer Morse Museum
0.4 mi • 8 min walk
World's most comprehensive collection of Louis Comfort Tiffany works. Stunning stained glass, lamps, jewelry, and the reconstructed 1893 Tiffany Chapel.
445 N Park Ave • Tue-Sat 9:30am-4pm, Sun 1pm-4pm • $8 admission
morsemuseum.org
Art Must-See
The Gallery 32789
0.3 mi • 6 min walk
Exclusively original artwork from Central Florida artists. Painting, sculpture, clay, jewelry. Monthly art events and artist talks.
515 N Park Ave, Brandywine Square
Local Artists Original Work
Crealdé School of Art
1.2 mi • 24 min walk
Community art school with galleries showcasing local and regional artists. Current exhibition: "Converging Realities" featuring Orlando artists through May 2025.
600 St. Andrews Blvd • crealde.org
Local Artists Free
Hannibal Square Heritage Center
0.5 mi • 10 min walk
Historic African-American community art space with rotating exhibitions of local artists and cultural programming.
642 W New England Ave
Community Cultural
Rollins Museum of Art
0.1 mi • 2 min walk
Over 6,000 pieces from ancient to modern periods. Part of beautiful Rollins College campus.
Rollins College Campus • Free admission
Museum Free
🌿 Nature & Experiences
Winter Park Scenic Boat Tour
0.4 mi • 8 min walk
One-hour pontoon tour of the Winter Park Chain of Lakes. Lakefront homes, local history, nature. Perfect pre-wedding relaxation.
Lake Osceola • Naturally alcohol-free
Relaxing 1 Hour
Central Park
0.3 mi • 6 min walk
11-acre park in the heart of downtown with fountains, rose garden, and majestic oak trees. Perfect for peaceful strolls.
Park Avenue • Open daily
Free Park
Saturday Farmers Market
0.2 mi • 4 min walk
Local vendors, fresh-pressed juice, plants, flowers, and famous kettle corn at the historic train depot.
200 W New England Ave • Saturdays
Local Saturday AM
Rollins College Campus
0.1 mi • 2 min walk
Stunning Spanish-Mediterranean architecture, rose gardens, Walk of Fame, and lakeside views. One of America's most beautiful campuses.
Adjacent to hotel • Free to explore
Beautiful Historic
Park Avenue Shopping
0.3 mi • 6 min walk
Tree-lined historic street with boutiques, galleries, cafés, and local shops. European charm, walkable elegance.
Park Avenue • Daily
Shopping Walkable
Your Winter Park
Park Avenue
Alfond Inn
Chain of Lakes
Your Hotel
LGBTQ+ Owned
Attractions

Suggested Itinerary

Friday Afternoon & Evening
3:00 PM
Arrival & Check-In
Settle into The Alfond Inn. Explore the hotel's impressive contemporary art collection—over 240 works throughout the property.
4:00 PM
The Glass Knife
Walk to this LGBTQ-owned bakery for coffee and pastries. Beautiful space, perfect for afternoon treats. (4 min walk)
5:00 PM
Park Avenue Stroll
Explore the tree-lined historic street. Browse boutiques, galleries, and local shops. Stop in Central Park. (6 min walk)
7:00 PM
Welcome Dinner
Celebrate the beginning of your weekend with your wedding party.
Saturday Morning & Afternoon
8:00 AM
Saturday Farmers Market
Fresh juice, local vendors, kettle corn at the historic train depot. Support local farmers and artisans. (4 min walk)
9:30 AM
The Glass Knife Brunch
Return for their exceptional brunch. Try the avocado toast or pimento cheese croissant. (4 min walk)
11:00 AM
Winter Park Scenic Boat Tour
One-hour pontoon tour of the Chain of Lakes. Relaxing, beautiful, naturally alcohol-free. Perfect pre-wedding timing. (8 min walk)
12:30 PM
Gallery Hopping
Visit Morse Museum (world-class Tiffany collection), The Gallery 32789 (local artists), or explore Rollins College campus and museum. All walkable.
2:30 PM
Return to Hotel
Prepare for the wedding ceremony. Relax, refresh, and get ready to celebrate.
4:30 PM
Wedding Ceremony
Celebrate love. 🤍
EVERYTHING WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE • SOBER-FRIENDLY • LGBTQ+ OWNED & WELCOMING • LOCAL ARTISTS
Curated for your elegant, inclusive, art-filled Winter Park weekend