Celebrate
Weddings & events
Dream of saying I do on pink sand? Harbour Island hosts intimate weddings, vow renewals and milestone celebrations.
Getting started
A small island, a big day
Weddings are a big deal on Harbour Island. Couples choose from a few very different options, from a polished, full-service celebration to a simple ceremony on the sand.
Many hotels and restaurants host events, so ask early about dates and capacity.
Our top pick
Weddings at The Other Side
A dear friend of ours and the island's go-to for full-service weddings.
The Other Side
Full serviceOur favoriteThe island's most polished wedding experience, directly across the bay. The Other Side offers the venue and full-service planning for high-end celebrations, and has hosted weddings for well-known guests. Welcome parties and rehearsal dinners often move to its sister hotel, The Ocean View, on the beachfront.
Planning is handled start to finish through Little Island Design, the parent company behind both hotels and their wedding services.
Planners
Wedding planners
Two ways to plan, depending on the style and budget you have in mind.
Little Island Design
Full serviceFull wedding planning from first idea to last dance. The parent company of The Other Side and The Ocean View, best for high-end, all-in-one celebrations.
Boy Meets Girl Weddings
Independent plannerAn independent planner based in Eleuthera who works on Harbour Island often and can plan with any venue here. A good fit for weddings with a more modest budget than a full-service package.
Good to know
Legal basics & local help
What to sort out before the big day, and who can help with the details.
Legal basics
Visitors need a marriage licence before the ceremony. The Government of The Bahamas explains the requirements and fees in its guide to getting married in The Bahamas. Apply well before you travel.
Photographers and more
Local photographers, florists and caterers can round out your day. See Island Services.
Venues
Beachfront wedding venues
These resorts host ceremonies and receptions on their grounds. Bring your own planner, or pair them with one below.
Coral Sands Hotel
VenueBluff-top hotel on the pink sand with a beachfront pool, available as a ceremony and reception venue.
Pink Sands Resort
VenueGarden cottages spread over 20 acres on the beach, available as a wedding venue.
The Dunmore
VenueCottage-style beachfront resort. Expected to begin hosting weddings again; confirm availability with the resort.
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