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LuLu’s at Homeport Marina

Jimmy Buffett’s kid sister LuLu runs LuLu’s at Homeport Marina, where the Parrothead esthetic cruises at full sail. Plenty of down-home Gulf Coast cuisine options and performances by top regional musicians such as Brent Burns make this spot the place to be for a laid-back reception for up to 400. And yes, you can order a “Cheeseburger in Paradise” here—it’s the “Crazy Sista’s Version,” however. www.lulusathomeport.com


The Wharf

A new development on the Intracoastal Waterway, The Wharf offers a marina, a private club, an outdoor wave pool, a lazy river, a movie theater, and the South’s largest Ferris Wheel, among other attractions. The Oasis at the Wharf boasts three pools and sandy beaches with palm trees. www.thewharfal.com


Southern Rose

The Southern Rose can hold up to 75 people for a dinner cruise, reception or other function while cruising the back bays of Orange Beach and Gulf Shores. The vessel can accommodate up to 146 people for a cruise featuring swimming with dolphins. http://southernrosedolphintrips.com


Gulf State Park Pavilion

The Gulf State Park Pavilion opened last year and seats up to 400 people for a casual function held on the white-sand beaches of Gulf Shores. The facility has a large two-sided stone fireplace that is popular for groups to congregate around. www.alapark.com/parks