91ÖÆƬ³§ Department Events

91ÖÆƬ³§ departments may reserve the Garden for university meetings, programs, receptions, and other approved events.

Availability

91ÖÆƬ³§ department events are available year-round between 8 a.m. and 10 p.m., subject to Garden availability.

Reservations require a minimum of 60 days' notice.

Capacity

Internal events may accommodate up to 200 guests, depending on the event format and approved layout.

Events with more than 100 guests require additional restroom facilities.

Pricing

  • Events between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.: $500
  • Events between 5 p.m. and 10 p.m.: $1,000

What's Included

  • Exclusive use of the Garden during your reserved event time
  • Garden tables and chairs, including setup and breakdown
  • Garden sound system and basic audiovisual support
  • Event planning support from Garden staff

Projector and screen rental is available for an additional fee.

Catering

All food and beverage service must be provided by one of 91ÖÆƬ³§'s approved Captured Catering vendors.

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How to Reserve the Garden

Step 1: Submit an Inquiry

Email zengardenevents@csulb.edu with:

  • Preferred date
  • Event type
  • Estimated guest count
  • Preferred event time
  • Basic event details

Garden staff will review your request and confirm availability.

Step 2: Visit the Garden

Schedule a tour with the Event Coordinator to review event locations, layouts, guest flow, accessibility, and other logistical needs.

Step 3: Confirm Your Reservation

Once your event details are approved, you will receive a Chartfield Form outlining your rental, fees, and event requirements.

A completed Chartfield Form, including Account Number, Department ID, Fund Number, and signature, is required to confirm your reservation.

Step 4: Plan the Details

Finalize your event layout, catering, vendors, furniture, audiovisual needs, parking, accessibility needs, and weather contingency plans.

Step 5: Confirm Final Plans

Before your event, submit your final guest count, layout, timeline, vendor information, and other required details.

Step 6: Enjoy the Garden

Arrive during your scheduled rental time and enjoy your event at the Earl Burns Miller Japanese Garden.