Important Event Requirements

Please review the following requirements before booking your event.

Advance Reservations

  • Weddings: minimum 60 days' notice
  • General & Private Events: minimum 60 days' notice
  • 91ÖÆƬ³§ Department Events: minimum 60 days' notice
  • Filming: minimum 60 days' notice
  • Photography & Proposals: minimum 30 days' notice

All reservations are subject to Garden availability and approval.

Food & Beverage

All food and beverage service must be provided by an approved 91ÖÆƬ³§ Captured Catering vendor.

Hard alcohol is not permitted in the Garden. Approved alcoholic beverages, including beer, wine, sake, and champagne, may be served for a maximum of four hours and are subject to university approval.

Guest Capacity & Facilities

External events are limited to a maximum of 100 guests.

91ÖÆƬ³§ internal events may accommodate up to 200 guests, depending on the event format and approved layout. Internal events with more than 100 guests require additional restroom facilities.

All events must end by 10 p.m.

Children ages 10 and younger must be supervised by an adult at all times.

Decorations

To protect the Garden and its wildlife, the following are not permitted:

  • Rice
  • Tinsel
  • Glitter or confetti
  • Artificial flowers or artificial snow
  • Bubbles
  • Inflatables
  • Open flames
  • Potted plants
  • Animals

Additional decor restrictions may apply and will be reviewed during the planning process.

Weddings

Wedding planners are recommended for all weddings and required for weddings with more than 50 guests.

Reservations & Payment

A 50% deposit is required at contract signing to reserve an external event date.

Parking is an additional cost and may be arranged during the booking process.

Additional requirements may apply based on the size and nature of your event and will be provided during the booking process.

All events are subject to Garden and university policies.