LARGE EVENTS (OVER 75 PEOPLE) ENTIRE PARK – 9 HOURS

General – Thank you for your interest in celebrating your special event here in our beautiful gardens. The fees below
include rental of the entire grounds beginning an hour prior to the start of your event until 11 pm. The entire grounds include the beautiful main Galleria building, the adjacent half covered deck with stunning views, the screened pavilion, a bride’s room with kitchenette, and several lovely lawn venues throughout the park. The Galleria and attached deck can seat up to 160 people; however, we can accommodate up to 250 people utilizing the outdoor spaces. You may choose to have your celebration or reception at any combination of these sites, but often clients choose to have their celebration on the lawn then move into the Galleria building/deck for the reception. You may begin set-up at 8am, then the grounds will close to park visitors an hour before your event. Event ceremonies may begin starting at 4pm.

Furniture -We have tables and chairs available to seat approximately 100 guests available for your use at no charge, or you may rent furniture, tents, etc. from a number of companies that serve our park. We are a self-service facility, so you will be required to set up and break down any furniture, decorations, etc.

Vendors – You may use the caterer, photographer, DJ, etc. of your choice. It is your responsibility to coordinate and hire them. We have contact information for several companies that we have worked with in the past, should you be interested in referrals.

Event Insurance – You are required to have one day event insurance. The cost typically ranges from about $100-150.
We have contact information on hand to assist you with this, as well.

On-Site Manager – There is a fee of $300 for our On-Site Manager to be here the day of your event starting 1 hour
before your event begins until all guests are gone. They will close down the park to the public, ensure rules are being
followed, be available for any questions, and do the heavy cleaning after the furniture, trash, and personal items have been removed.

Venue Fee/Security Deposit– Your date will officially be reserved upon contract execution and receipt of half of the
venue rental fee, sales tax, plus a security deposit of $750. Payments accepted are cash, checks, MasterCard, Discover, American Express, or Visa. A 3% transaction fee will be applied if using a debit or credit card. The balance of the venue rental fee, sales tax, On-Site Manager’s fee, and proof of insurance are due 60 days prior to event. The security deposit will be refunded within two weeks following the event, assuming all rules have been followed and no damage has occurred.

Pricing

Season (October ~ May)
$ 3,850 Saturdays
$ 2,750 Fridays & Sundays
$ 2,250 Monday – Thursday

Off Season (June ~ September)
$ 2,500 Saturdays
$ 1,750 Fridays & Sundays
$ 1,250 Monday – Thursday

GALLERIA BUILDING – 6 HOURS

General – Thank you for your interest in celebrating your special day here in our beautiful gardens. The fees below include rental of our main Galleria building and adjacent half covered deck with stunning views for six hours between 8am and 11pm. Set-up and break down must occur during your 6 hour rental time. Large parties do not include weddings (please see our rental information specific to weddings).

Furniture – We have tables and chairs available for your use at no charge, or you may rent furniture from a number of companies that serve our park. We are a self-service facility, so you will be required to setup and break down any furniture. Depending on availability, an independent contractor by be available to hire for set up and tear down.

Catering – You may use the caterer of your choice. We have contact information for several companies that we have worked with in the past, should you be interested. Event Insurance – You are required to have event insurance. The cost is typically approximately $100. We have contact information on hand to assist you with this, as well.

On-Site Manager – There is a fee of $200 for our On-Site Manager to be here the day of your event starting 1 ½ hours before your party begins until all guests are gone. They will be available for any questions, monitor the park during the event, and do the heavy cleaning after the furniture and personal items have been removed.

Venue Fee/Security Deposit – Your date will officially be reserved upon contract execution and receipt of half of the venue rental fee, plus a security deposit of $500. Payments accepted are cash, checks, MasterCard, or Visa. The balance of the venue rental fee, On-Site Manager’s fee, and proof of insurance are due 60 days prior to event. The security deposit will be refunded within two weeks following the wedding, assuming all rules have been followed and no damage has occurred.

Pricing

Season (October ~ May)
$ 1,250 Saturdays*
$ 1,000 Fridays & Sundays
$ 750 Monday – Thursday

Off Season (June ~ September)
$ 1,000 Saturdays*
$ 750 Fridays & Sundays
$ 750 Monday – Thursday

* Please note: Due to wedding rentals, we are unable to reserve Saturdays until 30 days prior to your event.

GALLERIA BUILDING – 5 HOURS

General – Thank you for your interest in celebrating your special day here in our beautiful gardens. The fees below include rental of our main Galleria building and adjacent half covered deck with stunning views for five hours between 8am and 11pm. Set-up and break down must occur within your 5 hour rental time. Small parties do not include weddings (please see our rental information specific to weddings).

Furniture – We have tables and chairs available for your use at no charge, or you may rent furniture from a number of companies that serve our park. We are a self-service facility, so you will be required to setup and break down any furniture. Depending on availability, an independent contractor by be available to hire for set up and tear down.

Catering – You may use the caterer of your choice. We have contact information for several companies that we have worked with in the past, should you be interested. Event Insurance – You are required to have event insurance. The cost is typically approximately $100. We have contact information on hand to assist you with this, as well.

On-Site Manager – There is a fee of $200 for our On-Site Manager to be here the day of your event starting 1 ½ hours before your party begins until all guests are gone. They will be available for any questions, monitor the park during the event, and do the heavy cleaning after the furniture and personal items have been removed.

Venue Fee/Security Deposit – Your date will officially be reserved upon contract execution and receipt of half of the venue rental fee, plus a security deposit of $250. Payments accepted are cash, checks, MasterCard, or Visa. The balance of the venue rental fee, On-Site Manager’s fee, and proof of insurance are due 60 days prior to event. The security deposit will be refunded within two weeks following the wedding, assuming all rules have been followed and no damage has occurred.

Pricing

Season (October ~ May)
$ 1,000 Saturdays*
$ 750 Fridays & Sundays
$ 600 Monday – Thursday

Off Season (June ~ September)
$ 750 Saturdays
$ 600 Fridays & Sundays
$ 600 Monday – Thursday

* Please note: Due to wedding rentals,we are unable to reserve Saturdays until 30 days prior to your event.

COVERED PAVILION – 4 HOURS

General – Thank you for your interest in celebrating your special day here in our beautiful gardens. We often host birthday parties, wedding & baby showers, family picnics, memorial gatherings, etc. in our covered pavilion. Weddings are not permitted in our pavilion. The fees below include rental of our screened-in pavilion and the adjacent lawn area north of the pavilion (next to the royal palms). The pavilion rental includes six large picnic tables, lights, ceiling fans, and use of the adjacent rest rooms. Picnic tables may be removed from the pavilion, but must be replaced back under roof at the end of the event. You may bring additional tables and chairs if you desire.

Hours – The pavilion is rented in 4-hour time increments in the morning (9am-1pm) or the afternoon (2pm-6pm) during daylight hours. The 4 hours includes your set-up, party, & clean-up.

Park Policies – No alcohol is permitted at pavilion events. Absolutely no balloons, sparklers, glitter, or confetti are allowed on park grounds, due to mess and danger to wildlife. Event noise must be controlled – excessive noise that results in neighbor complaints will cause you to lose your deposit. If Manatee County writes a citation for not complying with noise ordinances, you will be responsible for paying the citation.

Venue Fee/Security Deposit – Your date will officially be reserved upon contract execution and receipt of the entire venue rental fee, plus a security deposit of $250. Payments accepted are cash, checks, MasterCard, or Visa. The security deposit will be refunded within two weeks following the event, assuming all rules have been followed and no damage has occurred.

Special Permissions – If any outside rentals are desired, (for example, a bounce house or similar inflatable) advance permission is required, as well as event insurance. The event insurance cost typically ranges from about $100-$150. We have contact information on hand to assist you with this. Any inflatable or item with a water feature is not permitted.

Pricing

Season (October ~ May)
$ 250 Saturdays*
$ 200 Fridays & Sundays
$ 150 Monday – Thursday

Off Season (June ~ September)
$ 200 Saturdays
$ 150 Fridays & Sundays
$ 100 Monday – Thursday

* Please note: Due to wedding rentals, we are unable to reserve Saturdays until 30 days prior to your event.

BOARD ROOM – 3 HOURS

General – Thank you for your interest in hosting your small event here. We often host Homeowners Association meetings and other small gatherings in our Board Room. This room, located adjacent to the office, includes tables, chairs, a restroom, and kitchenette.

Hours – The Board Room rented in 3-hour time increments based upon your need between the hours of 8am and 9pm. The 3 hours includes your set-up, meeting/event, and clean-up.

Venue Fee/Security Deposit – Your date will officially be reserved upon contract execution and receipt of the entire venue rental fee, plus a security deposit of $250. Payments accepted are cash, checks, MasterCard, or Visa. The security deposit will be refunded within two weeks following the meeting, assuming all rules have been followed and no damage has occurred.
Pricing

Season (October ~ May)
$ 300 Saturdays*
$ 250 Fridays & Sundays
$ 200 Monday – Thursday

Off Season (June ~ September)
$ 250 Saturdays*
$ 200 Fridays & Sundays
$ 150 Monday – Thursday

* Please note: Due to wedding rentals, we are unable to reserve Saturdays until 30 days prior to your event.