Make your event memorable with a beautiful outdoor venue at VanDusen Botanical Garden
COVID-19 update: VanDusen outdoor events
January 28, 2020: Limited capacity outdoor wedding rentals are available from May 1, 2021 to October 10, 2021. We are accepting booking requests for 2022 with the option to pay a deposit to secure a date.
Information icon If Provincial Health Orders continue, a safety and physical distancing plan must be provided for all events. We may also require a full list of event attendees and contact details for contact tracing purposes.
2021 limited capacity outdoor wedding rentals
Available from May 1, 2021 to October 10, 2021
With an outdoor wedding rental, your guests will have the opportunity to explore all 55 acres of VanDusen Garden while keeping a safe distance from others.
Celebrate your special day in one of three serene outdoor locations at the garden.
Location
Capacity
The Great Lawn
50
Heron Lake
50
Meadow Pond
15
Information icon Capacity includes all vendors, guests, and bridal party
2022 booking requests are accepted with the option to pay a deposit to secure a date.
Definitive pricing and rental guidelines for 2022 bookings cannot be confirmed until Provincial Health Orders have been established for the 2022 event year.
Contact our rental department directly at vandusenrentals@vancouver.ca for availability and more information. We appreciate your patience and understanding.
Wedding photographs
Information icon Wedding photography is only permitted for clients that have booked an event with us. Elopements, engagement photos, or other photo shoots are not available for booking at this time.
Filming and commercial photography
All rates subject to GST. Rates are subject to change.
Item
Rate
Film production, per day
$4,275
Commercial photography level 1: No on-site vehicles, limited props and equipment. Maximum three people including photographer.
Maximum shoot time: 3 hours.
$650
Commercial photography level 2: Allows props, lighting and equipment. More than 3 people including photographer.
No maximum or minimum shoot times.
$1,100
Other fees
Your event may be subject to additional fees or staffing charges. Please contact VanDusen Rentals department for additional details.