Imagine your wedding set among the beauty of Toledo Botanical Garden!   Please review the wedding ceremony and reception options below. For additional details, contact Erica at (419) 536-5566 or erica.emery@toledogarden.org.

Rental Brochure / Ceremony Site Map / Rental Agreement

CEREMONY SITES

Pond Gazebo (100 guests / $500)

Small Park w/ Arches (350 guests /$500) This sculpture is no longer wooden; it was stripped in October 2011.

Lake Lawn (150 guests / $500)

Grand Allée (500 guests /$500)

Perennial Garden (100 guests /$1,500)

RECEPTION SITES

Terrace Room (80 guests / $1,200) 

Jazz Lawn (100 guests / $2,000)

Sycamore Allée (500 guests / $2,000)

Garden Cottage Bridal Preparation (15 guests / $300, daily rental)

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What time can we have our wedding? Weddings are booked from 10am - 2pm or 3pm - 7pm. Typical weddings w/ receptions are 3pm - midnight.

Does TBG provide tents, chairs, linens, catering, etc.? No. We are solely a site rental and only allow Meredith Party Rentals to set-up chairs, tents and tables on grounds. They can be reached at 419.531.9977. TBg does provide tables and chairs for its inside rental rooms.

Can I tent my wedding site? No. Tenting is allowed for receptions only.

Can we have alcohol at our reception? Yes, but the renter must provide proof of liability insurance and follow all rules and laws. A Metroparks Ranger must be on duty at a $35 per hour charge paid by the renter.

Can we have electricity and/or a deejay? Yes. Electricity can be provided at all rental sites EXCEPT at the Grand Allee. Music must be kept at reasonable levels and played no later than 11 pm in respect for TBG’s neighbors.

Are there restrooms? Yes. There are restrooms located in the picnic area and in the Crosby Conference Center. There are no restrooms south of Crosby Lake.

What is your cancellation policy? Refunds are given if event is cancelled 6 months prior to event with the refund equaling 50% of payment. In the event of cancellation less than 6 months prior to the event, your rental fee may be used for another event of equal value within a year of the original scheduled date, as long as we receive written notice within 60 days of your event date. Refunds are not provided due to inclement weather (unless garden is closed for weather emergency).

What don’t you allow at TBG? We do not allow indoor smoking, pets, signage, decorations on garden displays, arches, the use of glitter/confetti, releasing of birds, balloons, rice, bird seed, flower petals, etc. Candles may be used in enclosed containers. Also, parking is not allowed on grass, walkways, or trails.