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With an outdoor wedding rental, you and your guests have the opportunity to explore all 55 acres of VanDusen Garden.
We offer three beautiful outdoor wedding locations to choose from.
The Great Lawn
This location can accommodate everything from small intimate ceremonies all the way up to large tented receptions.
All rates subject to GST. Rates are subject to change. Proof of non-profit status is required for the non-profit rate.
| Event type | Rate |
|---|---|
| Wedding ceremony | $1,895 |
| Wedding ceremony and reception | $3,690 |
| Special event | $2,500 |
| Special event - non-profit | $1,622 |
| Garden consumer show | $2,580 |
| Garden consumer show including the fairway | $5,160 |
The Great Lawn wedding ceremony rental details:
- Capacity is 40 to 800 people
- It is the responsibility of the renter to supply tent, chairs, and décor
- One power outlet available by request
- No food or beverages allowed unless booked as a reception
Contact VanDusen Rentals department for additional details if you're planning an outdoor special event.
Heron Lake
This location can accommodate everything from small intimate ceremonies all the way up to large tented receptions.
All rates subject to GST. Rates are subject to change.
| Event type | Rate |
|---|---|
| Wedding ceremony | $1,895 |
Heron Lake wedding ceremony rental details:
- Capacity is 120 people maximum
- It is the responsibility of the renter to supply tent, chairs, and décor
- One power outlet available by request
- No food or beverages allowed
Meadow Pond
This beautiful stand up wedding ceremony location is the perfect spot for a small intimate gathering.
All rates subject to GST. Rates are subject to change.
| Event type | Rate |
|---|---|
| Wedding ceremony | $675 |
Meadow Pond wedding ceremony rental details:
- Capacity is 30 people maximum
- No food or beverages, chairs, tent, or decor allowed
- No power outlet available
Ready to rent?
Tell us about your event and which of our facilities and locations you'd like to rent.
Wedding photographs
The Garden is an exceptional setting for wedding photographs. For groups with more than 15 people, each additional person will be required to pay regular Garden admission. Your wedding photographer enters free of charge.
| Size of group | Rate |
|---|---|
| Up to 4 people | $88 |
| 5 to 8 people | $170 |
| 9 to 15 people | $241 |
For wedding ceremonies of 20 or less, the wedding photography fees listed above apply. One person must pay for the group and no chairs or equipment is allowed. The ceremony cannot obstruct any main attractions in the garden. The use of unmanned aerial vehicles, including drones, is not permitted in the garden.
Filming and commercial photography
| Item | Rate |
|---|---|
| Film production, per day | $4,080 |
| Level 1: No on-site vehicles, limited props and equipment. Maximum three people including photographer. Maximum shoot time: 3 hours. |
$600 |
| Level 2: Allows props, lighting and equipment. More than 3 people including photographer. No maximum or minimum shoot times. |
$1,000 |
Other fees
Your event may be subject to additional fees or staffing charges. Please contact VanDusen Rentals department for additional details.
Outdoor rental brochure (1.06 MB)
Download more information on VanDusen Botanical Garden outdoor wedding rentals.
Indoor event rentals
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