This Fall: Embrace an Expanded View & Transformed Venue with Elegant Events at the Highly-Anticipated Michael's on the Bay at Selby Gardens Philip and Michael have been dreaming about developing a unique waterfront venue for years... This fall, their dream will become a reality at Selby Gardens! A complete transformation of the Garden's "Great Room on the Bay" overlooking Sarasota Bay has commenced with the reinvented space scheduled to open October 1, 2016. The versatile venue has been purposefully designed with your next event in mind... *Allow us to introduce to you to Michael's on the Bay at Selby Gardens! JUST IMAGINE: - A contemporary feeling with organic, natural tones and a garden setting - A comfortable 4,800 square foot space - Theatrical lighting and design features incorporating details which easily accommodate any event request - The perfect venue for your next event with panoramic views of Sarasota Bay! (Indoor seating will available for up to 300 guests, or 450 guests for standing receptions) As Philip said recently, "This room has been designed with 40 years of catering experience in mind." The opening of the transformed space will certainly revolutionize luncheons, galas, weddings and corporate events in Sarasota. Click here to check date availability and request an event proposal for your next function at Michael's on the Bay at Selby Gardens. QUESTIONS? Michael's Events & Catering became the Exclusive Culinary Partner for all events held at the Gardens in December 2015. This spring, we were thrilled to welcome Amy Donnellan to our experienced team at Michael's Events & Catering in a new position dedicated to weddings and private events at Selby Gardens. With the Gardens' transformed indoor venue opening this fall, it's a perfect time for you to elevate any event within the new setting and enjoy the natural beauty along the bayfront. Amy Donnellan can be reached through the Michael's Events & Catering office via phone 941-366-0007, ext. 238 or email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., or simply meet her on Saturday mornings (9-11 a.m.) at the Gardens!   *Selby Gardens and Michael's On East are thrilled to unveil the concept drawings of "Michael's on the Bay at Selby Gardens." These renderings are artist drawings and subject to change.