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Garden Ceremonies
AT THE DALLAS ARBORETUM
Say your “I do’s” in one of 18 beautiful ceremony gardens at the Dallas Arboretum
Whether hosting an intimate ceremony or a grand celebration, we can accommodate a guest count ranging from 2-200. Your options are endless.
A Woman’s Garden
Boswell Fountain
Crape Myrtle Allee
England Family Woodlands
Karen’s Gazebo
Lay Family Garden
Lower Meadow
McCasland Sunken Garden
Nancy Clements Seay Magnolia Glade
Nancy’s Garden
Nancy Rutchik Red Maple Circle
Orchid Hollow
Pecan Parterre {Opening Fall 2025}
Poetry Garden
Rose Mary Haggar Rose Garden
Secret Garden
The Grotto
The Pulpit
Continue on for more information, pricing and availability for all of these gardens.
Intimate Ceremony Gardens
AT THE DALLAS ARBORETUM
These gardens are standing room only; no chairs are provided. The rental period is one hour, and all setup and cleanup must be completed within that timeframe.
Admission is included for all of your guests Bridal suites and changing rooms are not included with intimate garden rentals, so please arrive dressed and ready to say “I do”
To set up a self guided tour of our ceremony gardens, please contact your wedding sales manager
To book an Intimate Ceremony Garden you will pay the rental fee and sign a contract
Boswell Fountain
The Boswell Fountain can host up to 20 guests. It is available to rent seven days a week, year-round, at 9am for a 1 hour rental.
Rental Rates:
Peak season (March, April, May, October, November, December): $1,600
Off-peak season (January, February, June, July, August, September): $1,400
England Family Garden
The England Family Garden can host up to 20 guests It is available to rent seven days a week, yearround, at 9am, 10am, 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm or 3pm, for a one hour rental
Rental Rates:
Peak season (March, April, May, October, November, December): $1,600
Off-peak season (January, February, June, July, August, September): $1,400
Orchid Hollow
Orchid Hollow can host up to 10 guests It is available to rent seven days a week, year-round, at 9am, 10am, 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm or 3pm, for a one hour rental
Rental Rates:
Peak season (March, April, May, October, November, December): $750
Off-peak season (January, February, June, July, August, September): $600
Poetry Garden
Poetry Garden can host up to 10 guests It is available to rent seven days a week, year-round, at 9am, 10am, 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm or 3pm, for a one hour rental
Rental Rates:
Peak season (March, April, May, October, November, December): $750
Off-peak season (January, February, June, July, August, September): $600
Secret Garden
Secret Garden can host up to 20 guests. It is available to rent seven days a week, year-round, at 9am for a 1 hour rental.
Rental Rates:
Peak season (March, April, May, October, November, December): $1,600
Off-peak season (January, February, June, July, August, September): $1,400
The Grotto
The Grotto can host up to 10 guests. It is available to rent seven days a week, year-round, at 9am for a one hour rental.
Rental Rates:
Peak season (March, April, May, October, November, December): $800
Off-peak season (January, February, June, July, August, September): $700
The Pulpit
The Pulpit can host up to 10 guests. It is available to rent seven days a week, year-round, at 9am for a one hour rental. The Pulpit is closed for rentals until mid May 2026.
Rental Rates:
Peak season (March, April, May, October, November, December): $750
Off-peak season (January, February, June, July, August, September): $600
Classic Ceremony Gardens
AT THE DALLAS ARBORETUM
Included with the rental is admission for all of your guests, white garden chairs and one table for a guest book A linen is not included
The rental period is two hours, and all setup and cleanup must be completed within that timeframe. Bridal suites and changing rooms are not included with intimate garden rentals, so please arrive dressed and ready to say “I do”.
To set up a self guided tour of our ceremony gardens, please contact your wedding sales manager. To book a Classic Ceremony Garden you will sign a contract pay the rental fee, and pay a refundable deposit edding
Karen’s Gazebo can host up to 28 guests. It is available to rent seven days a week, year-round, from 9am-11am, 12pm-2pm or from 3pm-5pm, for a two hour rental.
Rental Rates:
Peak season (March, April, May, October, November, December): $1,500
Off-peak season (January, February, June, July, August, September): $1,000
Lower Meadow
Lower Meadow can host up to 120 guests. It is available to rent seven days a week, year-round, Sunday through Friday from 11am-1pm or 2pm-4pm and Saturday 9am-11am or 12pm-2pm, for a two hour rental. Lower Meadow is closed for rentals until October of 2026.
Rental Rates:
Peak season (March, April, May, October, November, December): $3,000
Off-peak season (January, February, June, July, August, September): $2,500
Nancy Clements Seay Magnolia Glade
Magnolia Glade can host up to 80 guests. It is available to rent seven days a week, year-round, from 9am-11am, for a two hour rental.
Rental Rates:
Peak season (March, April, May, October, November, December): $2,500
Off-peak season (January, February, June, July, August, September): $2,000
Nancy’s Garden
Garden can host up to 50 guests. It is available to rent seven days a week, year-round, from 11am-1pm or 2pm-4pm, for a two hour rental.
Rental Rates:
Peak season (March, April, May, October, November, December): $2,500
Off-peak season (January, February, June, July, August, September): $2,000
Nancy Rutchik Red Maple Circle
Red Maple Circle can host up to 80 guests. It is available to rent seven days a week, year-round, from 9am-11am, for a two hour rental.
Rental Rates:
Peak season (March, April, May, October, November, December): $2,500
Off-peak season (January, February, June, July, August, September): $2,000
Nancy’s
Pecan Parterre
{Coming Soon}
Rose Mary Haggar Rose Garden
Rose Garden can host up to 60 guests. It is available to rent seven days a week, year-round, from 9am-11am, for a two hour rental.
Rental Rates:
Peak season (March, April, May, October, November, December): $2,500
Off-peak season (January, February, June, July, August, September): $2,000
Grand Ceremony Gardens
AT THE DALLAS ARBORETUM
Included with the rental is admission for all of your guests, white garden chairs and one table for a guest book. A linen is not included.
The rental period is two hours, and all setup and cleanup must be completed within that timeframe. Bridal suites and changing rooms are not included with intimate garden rentals, so please arrive dressed and ready to say “I do”.
To set up a self guided tour of our ceremony gardens, please contact your wedding sales manager To book a Grand Ceremony Garden you will sign a contract pay the rental fee
A Woman’s Garden
A Woman’s Garden can host up to 200 guests. It is available to rent Sunday through Wednesday, yearround, from 4:30pm-6:30pm, for a two hour rental.
Rental Rates:
Peak season (March, April, May, October, November, December): $4,000
Off-peak season (January, February, June, July, August, September): $3,500
Crape Myrtle Allee
Crape Myrtle Allee can host up to 300 guests It is available to rent Sunday through Wednesday, February through October, from 4:30pm-6:30pm, for a two hour rental
Rental Rates:
Peak season (March, April, May, October, November, December): $5,000
Off-peak season (January, February, June, July, August, September): $4,500
Bigham Overlook
Bigham Overlook can host up to 150 guests. It is available to rent Sunday through Wednesday, year-round, from 4:30pm-6:30pm, for a two hour rental
Rental Rates:
Peak season (March, April, May, October, November, December): $4,000
Off-peak season (January, February, June, July, August, September): $3,500
Lay Family Garden
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McCasland Sunken Garden
Sunken und from 9am pm,
All You Need To Know
Included With Your Rental
For the Intimate Ceremony Gardens, one hour access to the ceremony garden. For the Classic Ceremony Gardens and the Grand Ceremony Gardens, two hours access to the ceremony garden. All vendor setup and cleanup must occur during this time. One table of your choice for a guest book. A linen is needed and not included.
White garden chairs in our Classic Ceremony Gardens and Grand Ceremony Gardens
An Event Facilitator who will be onsite during the duration of your rental time They are solely responsible for overseeing your vendor load in/out and keeping the garden private They are not wedding planners We highly encourage you hire a planner to ensure the wedding goes smoothly
Admission for all guests and vendors on the wedding day Your vendors do not count towards your guest count
Additional Fees and Ad Ons
If hosting a ceremony in a Grand Ceremony Garden during our evening hours, depending on the time of year, you may need to add, at your expense, outdoor lighting. Garden Tents are available for rentals in Lay Garden, for an additional fee, at your expense. Tents are booked through our exclusive vendor, Big D Party Rentals. We are a non-profit, so we do not charge tax or service fees. We do charge a 2% convenience fee for payment by card. If your event goes beyond your contracted rental time, you will incur an overtime charge of $200 or more, to cover staffing fees
Garden Policies
Amplified music (DJ or live music) is not allowed during the daytime per the City of Dallas noise ordinance String music or a small blue tooth speaker is allowed as long as the volume level does not exceed 55 decibels
Vendors must load in using their own carts and will only have access to the garden during the designated rental time
No golf carts will be provided for the mobility impaired guests. Wheelchairs are available at the information booth, at the main entry.
We are a “ no open flame” property, meaning we do not allow any smoking, fireworks, sparklers or any other open flame property. Only battery operated (LED) candles are allowed.
The following are also not permitted: tacks, staples, tape, awnings, gazebos, balloons, birdseed, rice, confetti, streamers not attached to a stick, and artificial rose petals. If you use rose petals on the ground, they must be real petals and white or ivory in color. All petals must be picked up or you will incur a $250 cleaning fee
The City of Dallas does not allow changing in the public restrooms, meaning you will have to arrive dressed in your wedding attire
Rain Plan
The Dallas Arboretum is not responsible for providing a backup rain plan option for wedding ceremonies. It is up to the client to provide a contingency plan, whether it be umbrellas or a ceremony offsite. If we do have an indoor or covered space available, we may be able to accommodate, but this is not guaranteed We do allow one complimentary postponement if you wish to reschedule due to weather Garden choice is subject to availability
Weddings During Festival Season
From mid-September to the first of November, there are pumpkins in select locations around the garden. We try to keep these in the main public areas and away from wedding ceremony sites.
During Holiday at the Arboretum from mid-November to early January, we do have holiday decorations displayed throughout the garden.
During our Dallas Blooms Season from the end of February to early April, we have tulips all throughout the garden
Weddings When We Are Open To The Public
While our venues operate as private event spaces, the garden reserves the right to remain open to the public during a contracted event. In such instances, all areas included in the Client’s rental agreement will be clearly marked and stanchioned off to ensure privacy and minimize disruption. Public access will be restricted from these designated areas, and the Venue will make reasonable efforts to preserve the atmosphere, privacy, and overall experience of the event.
How To Secure the Date
Once you are ready to secure your date/venue we will need to collect specific information to draft your contract Once we receive this information, we will send over the contract for you to review and sign.
To secure the date, we require the signed contract plus the full rental fee. Payments may be made by credit card, cash or mailing in a check. If using a card there is a 2% convenience fee.
After The Date Is Secured
Once you have signed the contract and made your first payment, your next steps are to start securing your vendors. As your wedding date approaches, your Wedding Sales Manager will reach out to gather your final guest count and vendor information.
If you would like to visit the venue prior to the Wedding Sales Manager reaching out, we can provide you with 2 complimentary tickets for a self-guided garden visit, any day after 2pm, as long as the garden is available.
Suggested Vendors
Below are suggested vendors. While we highly recommend them, you are not required to use them.
JUST ELOPE
Jennifer Allen
214-709-8067 hello@justelopenet wwwjustelopedallascom
Wedding Planners Officiants
HIRE A MINISTER
Matthew LeBlanc 214-529-5413
hello@hireaminister.com www.hireaminister.com
LOVE NOTES WEDDINGS
Marty Youkin 817-917-5540 mrlovenotes@icloudcom wwwlovenotesweddingscom
Photographers
CELINA GOMEZ WEDDINGS
Celina Gomez 972-464-8474 info@celinagomez.com wwwcelinagomezcom
HARRY PHOTO
Harry Harjabrata 817-354-8887 info@harryphotocom wwwharryphotocom
LOVE YOUR MOMENT
Lisa Cage
817-480-8821 lisa@loveurmoment.com www.loveyourmoment.com
RABBI DAVID S GRUBER
David Gruber 469-222-0047 rabbi@interfaithweddingrabbinet wwwinterfaithweddingrabbinet
MONICA SALAZAR PHOTOGRAPHY
Monica Salazar 972-746-3557 monicasalazarphoto@gmailcom wwwmonica-salazarcom
Ceremony Music
SERENATA STRINGS
Karen Lin Smith 940-206-1119
serenatastrings.hotmail.com www.serenatastringsdfw.com
DALLAS ASIAN STRINGS
Joplin Lu 940-312-2663 joplinstrings@gmaicom
EMILY BURAK MUSIC
Emily Burak 214-991-2618
mrsemilyburak@gmailcom www.emilyburak.com
CINDY HORSTMAN
Cindy Horstman 214-207-9494
cindy@cindyhorstman.com www.cindyhortman.com
MARQUISE PRO
Marquise Jones 817-480-7632
booking@marquiseprocom wwwmarquiseprocom
JUSTIN CASH MUSIC
Justin Cash 972-833-2103
justin@gojustincashcom www.gojustincash.com
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