Hosting an event?
Need an event venue? We are glad you are considering hosting your wedding or other occasion in our beautiful gardens. We are ready to help you plan your special day. Please call our office at 941-761-2866 to speak to our knowledgeable staff to answer any questions or to schedule a tour (tours are by appointment only). Also, be sure to check our PARK CALENDAR to see if the date(s) you are interested in are available.
- Weddings
- Wedding Showers
- Birthdays
- Bar Mitzvahs
- Quinceaneras
- Sweet 16 Parties
- Reunions
- Luncheons
- Baby Showers
- Gender Reveal Parties
- Graduations
- Holiday Celebrations
- Celebrations of Life
- Memorials
- Anniversary Parties
- Tea Parties
- Garden Parties
- Homeowner’s Association Meetings
- Fundraisers
- Classes
- Corporate Events
- And More!
Information & Pricing
Weddings
ENTIRE PARK – ALL DAY
General – Thank you for your interest in celebrating your special day here in our beautiful gardens. The fees below include rental of the entire grounds from 8am until 11pm. The entire grounds include the beautiful main Galleria building that seats 80 people, the adjacent half covered deck with stunning views that seats another 80 people, the screened pavilion, a bride’s room with kitchenette, and several lovely lawn venues throughout the park. You many choose to have your ceremony and/or reception at any combination of these sites, but often couples choose to have their ceremony on the lawn then move into the Galleria building for the reception.
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. Depending on availability, an independent contractor by be available to hire for setup 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 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 $250 for our On-Site Manager to be here the day of your event starting 1 ½ hours before your ceremony begins until all guests are gone. She will close down the park to the public, assist with wedding guest parking, be available for any questions, monitor the park during the wedding, and do the heavy cleaning after the furniture, trash, and personal items have been removed.
Security Deposit – There is a $1,000 security deposit required that will be refunded within two weeks following the wedding, assuming all rules have been followed and no damage has occurred.
Reservations – Your date will be reserved upon contract execution and receipt of a down payment of $1,500 ($500 of that being security deposit). Payments accepted are cash, checks, MasterCard, or Visa. The balance of the rental fee, security deposit, On-Site Manager’s fee, and proof of insurance are due 60 days prior to event.
Pricing
Season (October ~ May)
$ 3,000 Saturdays
$ 2,500 Fridays & Sunday
$ 2,000 Monday – Thursday
Off Season (June ~ September)
$ 2,000 Saturdays
$ 1,500 Fridays & Sunday
$ 1,000 Monday – Thursday
Large Events: over 75 people.
ENTIRE PARK – ALL DAY
General – Thank you for your interest in celebrating your special day here in our beautiful gardens. The fees below include rental of the entire grounds from 8am until 11pm. The entire grounds include the beautiful main Galleria building that seats 80 people, the adjacent half covered deck with stunning views that seats another 80 people, the screened pavilion, a small room with kitchenette, and several lovely lawn venues throughout the park. You may choose to have your party at any combination of these sites.
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 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 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 $250 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. She will close down the park to the public, assist with guest parking, 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.
Security Deposit – There is a $1,000 security deposit required that will be refunded within two weeks following the wedding, assuming all rules have been followed and no damage has occurred.
Reservations – Your date will be reserved upon contract execution and receipt of a down payment of $1,500 ($500 of that being security deposit). Payments accepted are cash, checks, MasterCard, or Visa. The balance of the rental fee, security deposit, On-Site Manager’s fee, and proof of insurance are due 60 days prior to event.
Pricing
Season (October ~ May)
$ 3,000 Saturdays
$ 2,500 Fridays & Sunday
$ 2,000 Monday – Thursday
Off Season (June ~ September)
$ 2,000 Saturdays
$ 1,500 Fridays & Sunday
$ 1,000 Monday – Thursday
Medium Events: 25-75 people.
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. 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. She will close down the park to the public, assist with guest parking, 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.
Security Deposit – There is a $500 security deposit required that will be refunded within two weeks following the wedding, assuming all rules have been followed and no damage has occurred.
Reservations – Your date will be reserved upon contract execution and receipt of a down payment of $1,000 ($500 of that being security deposit). Payments accepted are cash, checks, MasterCard, or Visa. The balance of the rental fee, security deposit, On-Site Manager’s fee, and proof of insurance are due 60 days prior to event.
Pricing
Season (October ~ May)
$ 1,250 Fridays & Saturdays*
$ 1,000 Sunday
$ 750 Monday – Thursday
Off Season (June ~ September)
$ 1,000 Saturdays
$ 750 Fridays & Sunday
$ 750 Monday – Thursday
* Please note: Due to season (October – May) being our peak wedding venue rental days, we are unable to reserve Fridays and Saturdays during season until 30 days prior to your event. Sundays through Fridays may be booked in advance, as long as the date is available.
Small Events: up to 25 people.
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. 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. She will close down the park to the public, assist with guest parking, 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.
Security Deposit – There is a $250 security deposit required that will be refunded within two weeks following the wedding, assuming all rules have been followed and no damage has occurred.
Reservations – Your date will be reserved upon contract execution and receipt of a down payment of $500 ($250 of that being a security deposit). Payments accepted are cash, checks, MasterCard, or Visa. The balance of the rental fee, security deposit, On-Site Manager’s fee, and proof of insurance are due 60 days prior to event.
Pricing
Season (October ~ May)
$ 1,000 Fridays & Saturdays*
$ 750 Sunday
$ 600 Monday – Thursday
Off Season (June ~ September)
$ 750 Saturdays
$ 600 Fridays & Sunday
$ 600 Monday – Thursday
* Please note: Due to season (October – May) being our peak wedding venue rental days, we are unable to reserve Fridays and Saturdays during season until 30 days prior to your event. Sundays through Thursdays may be booked in advance, as long as the date is available.
Covered Pavilion: up to 50 people.
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.
Security Deposit – There is a $250 security deposit required that will be refunded within two weeks following the event, assuming all policies have been followed and no damage has occurred.
Reservations – Your date will be reserved upon contract execution and receipt of fee and security deposit. Full payment will be due at contract signing. Payments accepted are cash, checks, MasterCard, or Visa.
Pricing
Season (October ~ May)
$ 250 Fridays & Saturdays*
$ 200 Sunday
$ 150 Monday – Thursday
Off Season (June ~ September)
$ 200 Fridays & Saturdays
$ 150 Sunday
$ 100 Monday – Thursday
* Please note: Due to season (October – May) being our peak wedding venue rental days, we are unable to reserve Fridays and Saturdays during season until 30 days prior to your event. Sundays through Thursdays may be booked in advance, as long as the date is available.
Board Room up to 15 people.
BOARD ROOM – 3 HOURS
General – Thank you for your interest in hosting your small event here. We often host Homeowner’s Association meetings, small showers, and other small parties in our Board Room. The Board Room, located adjacent to the office, includes tables, chairs, a restroom, and kitchenette.
Hours – The Board Room is 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/party, & clean-up.
Security Deposit – There is a $250 security deposit required that will be refunded within two weeks following the event, assuming all policies have been followed and no damage has occurred.
Reservations – Your date will be reserved upon contract execution and receipt of fee and security deposit. Payments accepted are cash, checks, MasterCard, or Visa.
Pricing
Season (October ~ May)
$ 300 Fridays & Saturdays*
$ 250 Sunday
$ 200 Monday – Thursday
Off Season (June ~ September)
$ 250 Fridays & Saturdays
$ 200 Sunday
$ 150 Monday – Thursday
* Please note: Due to season (October – May) being our peak wedding venue rental days, we are unable to reserve Fridays and Saturdays during season until 15 days prior to your event. Sundays through Thursdays may be booked in advance, as long as the date is available.