Fellows Riverside Gardens - Mill Creek MetroParks

Raw space venue

The venue will provide just the space. You’ll bring in your own caterer and vendors.

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Starting at $480 for off-peak dates, and $1,320 for peak dates

Guest capacity

Up to 220 seated guests

About this venue

This blissful expanse offers a picture-perfect setting for the big day with multiple event areas, both indoors and outdoors. You can enjoy your milestone day in this serene space with a team dedicated to providing you with top-quality service. Say "I do" immersed in a setting full of vibrant blooms in a garden ceremony on the stunning grounds where you can relax and settle into the tranquility of the outdoors. For the reception The indoor Daniel L. Rossi Auditorium will welcome your guests while still being able to enjoy the magnificent beauty of the gardens through floor-to-ceiling windows and an outdoor terrace. Our packages include a range of services to make planning your day that much easier. Setup and clean-up will be taken care of, with tables and chairs provided. Your meal can be catered by any catering team, whilst bartenders can be hired to serve whatever alcohol you choose to supply.

Seated guest capacity

  • 1-220

Venue type

  • Ballrooms, Banquet Halls
  • Parks, Gardens

Venue setting

  • Covered Outdoor
  • Indoor
  • Outdoor
123 McKinley ave, Youngstown, OH 44509

Our event spaces

Garden Café

Mill Creek MetroParks venues are affordable and can be uniquely transformed to bring your vision to life.

This glass-walled room with a soaring ceiling is a popular spot for rehearsal dinners, ceremonies, receptions, showers, and cocktail hours. An expansive outdoor terrace highlighted by a spectacular view of Lake Glacier surrounds this unique space. The terrace also boosts access to a private garden with a fountain.

Guest capacity

Up to 60 Seated

Up to 60 Standing

Square footage

1,000

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Couples luncheon, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, Elopement, Other

Guests often feel this space is

“Luxurious and chic”

Included in this room:

What’s Included: Custom setup of our tables and chairs, and a Mill Creek Ranger for any event ending past 5 pm.

Gazebo

Garden weddings are a colorful tradition at Fellows Riverside Gardens.

The beautiful Victorian-style Gazebo is enhanced by the surrounding collection of hybrid perpetual roses, known for their sweet scent and repeat bloom.

Guest capacity

Up to 100 Seated

Up to 220 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Elopement, Other

Guests often feel this space is

“Relaxed and casual”

Kidston Pavilion

The Kidston Pavilion will surround you and your guests in the beauty of the seasons.

The classic Kidston Pavilion path is framed by hybrid tea, floribunda, and grandiflora roses. You and your guests will admire The Joanne F. Beeghly Rose Garden and the climbing roses displayed along the perennial walk.

Guest capacity

Up to 180 Seated

Up to 220 Standing

Square footage

1,000

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Elopement, Other

Guests often feel this space is

“Luxurious and chic”

Kidston Classroom

The perfect space for wedding ceremony preparations.

This option helps make the day stress-free without the extra running around on your big day. The natural sunlight from the windows provides the perfect setup for makeup and hair to be done all in one setting.

Guest capacity

Up to 32 Seated

Up to 32 Standing

Square footage

1,000

Guests often feel this space is

“Relaxed and casual”

Included in this room:

What’s Included: Setup of our tables and chairs.

Daniel L. Rossi Auditorium

The only unique Botanical Garden wedding venue in the valley, it showcases an elegant backdrop of beautiful blooms for your perfect event.

A beautiful setting for wedding receptions, showers, private parties and professional meetings with a spectacular floor-to-ceiling window wall that highlights breathtaking park views and offers access to the terrace and Private White Garden.

Guest capacity

Up to 220 Seated

Up to 220 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, Other

Guests often feel this space is

“Surprised and delighted”

Included in this room:

What’s Included: Custom setup of our tables and chairs, and a Mill Creek Ranger for any event ending past 5 pm. Capacity: 220

Room cost

Included in total venue pricing

Garden Café

Mill Creek MetroParks venues are affordable and can be uniquely transformed to bring your vision to life.

This glass-walled room with a soaring ceiling is a popular spot for rehearsal dinners, ceremonies, receptions, showers, and cocktail hours. An expansive outdoor terrace highlighted by a spectacular view of Lake Glacier surrounds this unique space. The terrace also boosts access to a private garden with a fountain.

Guest capacity

Up to 60 Seated

Up to 60 Standing

Square footage

1,000

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Couples luncheon, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, Elopement, Other

Guests often feel this space is

“Luxurious and chic”

Included in this room:

What’s Included: Custom setup of our tables and chairs, and a Mill Creek Ranger for any event ending past 5 pm.

Gazebo

Garden weddings are a colorful tradition at Fellows Riverside Gardens.

The beautiful Victorian-style Gazebo is enhanced by the surrounding collection of hybrid perpetual roses, known for their sweet scent and repeat bloom.

Guest capacity

Up to 100 Seated

Up to 220 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Elopement, Other

Guests often feel this space is

“Relaxed and casual”

Kidston Pavilion

The Kidston Pavilion will surround you and your guests in the beauty of the seasons.

The classic Kidston Pavilion path is framed by hybrid tea, floribunda, and grandiflora roses. You and your guests will admire The Joanne F. Beeghly Rose Garden and the climbing roses displayed along the perennial walk.

Guest capacity

Up to 180 Seated

Up to 220 Standing

Square footage

1,000

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Elopement, Other

Guests often feel this space is

“Luxurious and chic”

Kidston Classroom

The perfect space for wedding ceremony preparations.

This option helps make the day stress-free without the extra running around on your big day. The natural sunlight from the windows provides the perfect setup for makeup and hair to be done all in one setting.

Guest capacity

Up to 32 Seated

Up to 32 Standing

Square footage

1,000

Guests often feel this space is

“Relaxed and casual”

Included in this room:

What’s Included: Setup of our tables and chairs.

Daniel L. Rossi Auditorium

The only unique Botanical Garden wedding venue in the valley, it showcases an elegant backdrop of beautiful blooms for your perfect event.

A beautiful setting for wedding receptions, showers, private parties and professional meetings with a spectacular floor-to-ceiling window wall that highlights breathtaking park views and offers access to the terrace and Private White Garden.

Guest capacity

Up to 220 Seated

Up to 220 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, Other

Guests often feel this space is

“Surprised and delighted”

Included in this room:

What’s Included: Custom setup of our tables and chairs, and a Mill Creek Ranger for any event ending past 5 pm. Capacity: 220

Room cost

Included in total venue pricing

Available services that can be provided by Fellows Riverside Gardens - Mill Creek MetroParks

Services & amenities

  • Bar services
  • Catering services
  • Clean up
  • Dance floor
  • Dressing room / Bridal Suite
  • Event rentals
  • Liability insurance
  • Service staff
  • Set up
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wifi

Transportation & access

  • Self parking - free

Rentals

  • China
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Lighting
  • Linens
  • Standard Chairs

Reviews

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Rating: 5.0

5.0 out of 5

3 reviews

  • ET

    Elizabeth T.

    Rating: 5
    •Zola
    •Jun 6, 2026

    Beautiful Venue With Amazing Staff

    This venue is absolutely stunning, and the staff are incredibly helpful! The woman we were working with even waited behind the aisle with me so that she could make sure my dress and veil were in place when I walked! The natural beauty of the gardens and reception space also meant that I could save money by adding fewer decorations, and I love the idea that we can always come back to visit the location on our anniversary! We have nothing but positive things to say about Fellows Riverside Gardens--we highly recommend it!

  • AS

    Alyssa S.

    Rating: 5
    •Zola
    •Jun 4, 2026

    Book this place

    We got married at Fellows Riverside Gardens and couldn't have asked for a better experience. The team there was easy to reach and super accommodating to all of our requests throughout the planning process. The gardens themselves are newly designed and absolutely beautiful, with plenty of scenic spots for photos. What really stood out was how much the staff cared about our day—when it rained, they didn't hesitate to bring us umbrellas so we could still get pictures outside. Our guests loved the natural setting and the value was fair for what we got. We'd definitely recommend this venue to any couple looking for a gorgeous outdoor space.

  • ES

    Emma S.

    Rating: 5
    •Zola
    •Sep 20, 2024

    Absolutely Amazing

    From the moment we booked Fellows Riverside Gardens - Mill Creek MetroParks, the staff was prompt, efficient and incredibly helpful. Lori and Jessica were amazing to work with, ensuring our wedding day was seamless and stress-free. The value we received was simply unmatched - the gardens were breathtakingly beautiful, and having everything in one stunning location made the day flow perfectly. Our guests are still raving about the gorgeous setting and delicious catering. We couldn't have asked for a more beautiful and memorable venue for our special day.

Absolutely you must just hire a licensed bar tender
Accessible to guests in wheelchairs.
Yes
April, May, June, July, August, September, October, and November
January, February, March, and December
Yes, all our facilities are wheelchair accessible.
Your reservation includes 14 hours for the reception and 2 hours for the ceremony start to finish.
No, our venue is fully insured.
Booking fees for our facilities, and all payments made including deposits, are refundable per the schedule below. If you cancel your event prior to 12 months before your booked date, you'll receive a 75% refund. If you cancel more than 6 months before your booked date, you'll receive a 50% refund. less than 6 months until event date NO REFUND. Date can be moved two times with no penalty.
We are conveniently located directly between, Akron Canton, Cleveland or Pittsburgh.