Memphis Botanic Gardens
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The venue will provide the space, plus a few extras.
Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing
Starting at $2,500
Guest capacity
Up to 400 seated guests
About this venue
Set across 96 stunning acres in East Memphis, Memphis Botanic Garden offers an idyllic backdrop for weddings, rehearsal dinners, and celebrations of all styles. Couples can choose from lush outdoor gardens and versatile indoor ballrooms, creating a seamless transition from romantic outdoor vows to an unforgettable reception. With charming paved pathways, serene water features, and vibrant floral displays year-round, this premier venue blends natural beauty with refined event spaces. Dedicated on-site coordination and customizable layouts ensure your wedding vision comes to life surrounded by lush botanical landscapes.
Our event spaces
Hardin Hall
An elegant hall with a private string-lit terrace.
As the Garden’s premier indoor venue, Hardin Hall provides a grand setting for elevated receptions and large celebrations. Soaring ceilings and rich finishes create a sophisticated backdrop, while expansive windows welcome natural light and views of the surrounding grounds. Guests can step out onto the adjoining private terrace, strung with romantic market lights, for cocktail hour under the stars. Featuring an integrated stage, a spacious dance floor, and an adjacent catering kitchen, Hardin Hall seamlessly supports grand dining and lively entertainment throughout your event.
Guest capacity
Up to 350 Seated
Up to 600 Standing
Square footage
5,400
Included in this room:
• A/V Capabilities – Audio • Adjacent Catering Kitchen • Up to 4 Hours of Venue/Space Rental (Add on additional hours for an extra fee) • Up to 35 72″ Round Tables (seating 8-10 guests each) • Up to 350 Indoor Gold Chiavari Chairs • Teak Patio Tables & Chairs on Terrace • Up to 10 Bistro Tables • Up to 60 Table Linens • 16×16′ White Dance Floor • 8×16′ Stage • 10 LED Up Lights • Set-up of the Included Tables, Chairs, & Linens • Use of the Hardin Hall Terrace with Market Lights • One Wireless Microphone • Podium • Personalized Room Layout • On-Site Concierge During your Event • Parking Lot Security • Free Parking
Goldsmith Room
Sunlit elegance with private garden access.
Situated inside the Visitors Center, the Goldsmith Room offers a light-filled environment designed for flexible wedding celebrations and receptions. High ceilings and expansive windows allow bright daylight to fill the space, creating a warm, inviting atmosphere. Removable walls allow for tailored configurations, while direct access to the outdoor Sculpture Garden offers a scenic backdrop for cocktail hour and photos. Complete with video capabilities and an adjacent catering kitchen, this versatile hall blends functional modern amenities with charming botanical views.
Guest capacity
Up to 150 Seated
Up to 250 Standing
Square footage
3,304
Included in this room:
• A/V Capabilities – Audio & Video • Adjacent Catering Kitchen • Up to 4 Hours of Venue/Space Rental (Add on additional hours for an extra fee) • Up to 18 60″ Round Tables (seating 8 guests each) • Up to 150 Indoor Gold Chiavari Chairs • Up to 6 Bistro Tables • Up to 35 Table Linens • 8 LED Up Lights • Set-up of the Included Tables, Chairs, & Linens • 2 A/V Screens & Projectors • 1 Wireless Microphone • Podium • Personalized Room Layout • On-Site Concierge During your Event • Parking Lot Security • Free Parking
Sara’s Place
Intimate garden charm with rustic elegance.
Sara’s Place delivers a charming, intimate setting for wedding receptions, rehearsal dinners, and bridal showers. Characterized by warm architectural details, soft lighting, and direct garden access, this cozy hall creates an inviting atmosphere for meaningful gatherings. Its open layout adapts easily to custom floor plans, while built-in audiovisual amenities ensure speeches and slide shows run smoothly. Tucked into a serene section of the Garden, Sara’s Place offers an elegant retreat where guests can enjoy heartfelt celebrations surrounded by lush greenery.
Guest capacity
Up to 100 Seated
Up to 175 Standing
Square footage
2,750
Included in this room:
• A/V Capabilities – Audio • Adjacent Catering Kitchen • Up to 4 Hours of Venue/Space Rental (Add on additional hours for an extra fee) • Up to 15 60″ Round Tables (seating 8 guests each) • Up to 125 Back Padded Chairs • Up to 6 Bistro Tables • Up to 30 Table Linens • 4 LED Up Lights • Set-up of the Included Tables, Chairs, & Linens • One Projector/Screen • One Wireless Microphone • Podium • Personalized Room Layout • On-Site Concierge During your Event • Parking Lot Security • Free Parking
Water Garden Room
Floor-to-ceiling views of tranquil waters.
Located inside the Visitors Center, the Water Garden Room is an intimate interior space highlighting picturesque garden views. Featuring floor-to-ceiling glass, the room frames scenic outlooks over the neighboring outdoor water features, filling the space with soothing natural light. Ideal for small wedding gatherings, intimate cocktail hours, or a comfortable bridal party suite, it provides a cozy shelter without sacrificing connection to nature. It can also be paired with adjacent venue spaces to provide a quiet, tranquil hideaway during larger events.
Guest capacity
Up to 30 Seated
Up to 30 Standing
Square footage
616
Included in this room:
• Up to 2 Hours of Venue/Space Rental (Add $150 per additional hour) • Up to 5 – 6 ft Banquet Tables (seating 6 per table), 2 – 6 ft Food/Beverage Banquet Tables, and 1 Bistro Table • Up to 8 Black or White Poly Linens • Up to 30 Indoor Gold Chiavari Chairs • Set-up of the Included Chairs, Tables, & Linens • Access and Use of The Water Garden (outside courtyard) • On-Site Concierge During your Event • Free Entry to the Garden • Parking Lot Security • Free Parking
Water Garden
A modern open-air patio beside gentle waters.
The Water Garden is a serene open-air patio surrounded by modern landscape design, cascading water elements, and contemporary sculpture art. Outfitted with comfortable bench seating, ceiling fans, and subtle architectural lighting, this courtyard offers an inviting ambient atmosphere for evening cocktail hours and pre-reception mixers. Designed purely as a patio space, guests can mingle under the open sky while enjoying the soothing sound of flowing water and lush surroundings. It pairs seamlessly with nearby indoor rooms for an effortless flow.
Guest capacity
Up to 30 Seated
Up to 30 Standing
Square footage
1,600
Included in this room:
• Up to 2 Hours of Venue/Space Rental (Add on additional hours for an extra fee) • Two Bar Height Bistros with Four Stools • Three Square Tables with Twelve Guest Chairs • Bench Seating for 30 Guests • Three Outside Ceiling Fans • Art Sculpture by Yvonne Bobo • Modern Landscape Lighting • On-Site Concierge During your Event • Parking Lot Security • Free Parking
Garden Ceremony Package
Romantic outdoor vows amid 96 acres of gardens.
Memphis Botanic Garden’s 30 specialty gardens and sweeping natural vistas create an idyllic backdrop for outdoor wedding ceremonies. Spanning 96 acres, couples can select the perfect setting for their vows, accommodated for gatherings of any scale. The Garden Ceremony package provides 2 hours of venue access, 100 padded folding chairs, and a wireless Bluetooth speaker to ensure your moment is seamlessly produced. For effortless guest movement across the grounds, convenient golf cart transportation within the garden is also included to carry you and your party to and from your ceremony site.
Guest capacity
Up to 100 Seated
Included in this room:
• Garden Space of your Choosing for 2 Hours – 1 Hour Ceremony, 1/2 Hour Pre (Seating), 1/2 Hour Post (Pictures) (Based on Availability at Time of Booking) • Garden Space for 1 Hour the Day Before for your Rehearsal (Based on Availability) • Up to 100 Padded Chairs • Up to 1 Table & 1 White Linen • Bluetooth Speaker & Wired Microphone • Time for Wedding Photos throughout the Garden • Personalized Ceremony Layout • Tram Service within the Garden • On-Site Concierge During your Event • Parking Lot Security • Free Parking
Hardin Hall
An elegant hall with a private string-lit terrace.
As the Garden’s premier indoor venue, Hardin Hall provides a grand setting for elevated receptions and large celebrations. Soaring ceilings and rich finishes create a sophisticated backdrop, while expansive windows welcome natural light and views of the surrounding grounds. Guests can step out onto the adjoining private terrace, strung with romantic market lights, for cocktail hour under the stars. Featuring an integrated stage, a spacious dance floor, and an adjacent catering kitchen, Hardin Hall seamlessly supports grand dining and lively entertainment throughout your event.
Guest capacity
Up to 350 Seated
Up to 600 Standing
Square footage
5,400
Included in this room:
• A/V Capabilities – Audio • Adjacent Catering Kitchen • Up to 4 Hours of Venue/Space Rental (Add on additional hours for an extra fee) • Up to 35 72″ Round Tables (seating 8-10 guests each) • Up to 350 Indoor Gold Chiavari Chairs • Teak Patio Tables & Chairs on Terrace • Up to 10 Bistro Tables • Up to 60 Table Linens • 16×16′ White Dance Floor • 8×16′ Stage • 10 LED Up Lights • Set-up of the Included Tables, Chairs, & Linens • Use of the Hardin Hall Terrace with Market Lights • One Wireless Microphone • Podium • Personalized Room Layout • On-Site Concierge During your Event • Parking Lot Security • Free Parking
Goldsmith Room
Sunlit elegance with private garden access.
Situated inside the Visitors Center, the Goldsmith Room offers a light-filled environment designed for flexible wedding celebrations and receptions. High ceilings and expansive windows allow bright daylight to fill the space, creating a warm, inviting atmosphere. Removable walls allow for tailored configurations, while direct access to the outdoor Sculpture Garden offers a scenic backdrop for cocktail hour and photos. Complete with video capabilities and an adjacent catering kitchen, this versatile hall blends functional modern amenities with charming botanical views.
Guest capacity
Up to 150 Seated
Up to 250 Standing
Square footage
3,304
Included in this room:
• A/V Capabilities – Audio & Video • Adjacent Catering Kitchen • Up to 4 Hours of Venue/Space Rental (Add on additional hours for an extra fee) • Up to 18 60″ Round Tables (seating 8 guests each) • Up to 150 Indoor Gold Chiavari Chairs • Up to 6 Bistro Tables • Up to 35 Table Linens • 8 LED Up Lights • Set-up of the Included Tables, Chairs, & Linens • 2 A/V Screens & Projectors • 1 Wireless Microphone • Podium • Personalized Room Layout • On-Site Concierge During your Event • Parking Lot Security • Free Parking
Sara’s Place
Intimate garden charm with rustic elegance.
Sara’s Place delivers a charming, intimate setting for wedding receptions, rehearsal dinners, and bridal showers. Characterized by warm architectural details, soft lighting, and direct garden access, this cozy hall creates an inviting atmosphere for meaningful gatherings. Its open layout adapts easily to custom floor plans, while built-in audiovisual amenities ensure speeches and slide shows run smoothly. Tucked into a serene section of the Garden, Sara’s Place offers an elegant retreat where guests can enjoy heartfelt celebrations surrounded by lush greenery.
Guest capacity
Up to 100 Seated
Up to 175 Standing
Square footage
2,750
Included in this room:
• A/V Capabilities – Audio • Adjacent Catering Kitchen • Up to 4 Hours of Venue/Space Rental (Add on additional hours for an extra fee) • Up to 15 60″ Round Tables (seating 8 guests each) • Up to 125 Back Padded Chairs • Up to 6 Bistro Tables • Up to 30 Table Linens • 4 LED Up Lights • Set-up of the Included Tables, Chairs, & Linens • One Projector/Screen • One Wireless Microphone • Podium • Personalized Room Layout • On-Site Concierge During your Event • Parking Lot Security • Free Parking
Water Garden Room
Floor-to-ceiling views of tranquil waters.
Located inside the Visitors Center, the Water Garden Room is an intimate interior space highlighting picturesque garden views. Featuring floor-to-ceiling glass, the room frames scenic outlooks over the neighboring outdoor water features, filling the space with soothing natural light. Ideal for small wedding gatherings, intimate cocktail hours, or a comfortable bridal party suite, it provides a cozy shelter without sacrificing connection to nature. It can also be paired with adjacent venue spaces to provide a quiet, tranquil hideaway during larger events.
Guest capacity
Up to 30 Seated
Up to 30 Standing
Square footage
616
Included in this room:
• Up to 2 Hours of Venue/Space Rental (Add $150 per additional hour) • Up to 5 – 6 ft Banquet Tables (seating 6 per table), 2 – 6 ft Food/Beverage Banquet Tables, and 1 Bistro Table • Up to 8 Black or White Poly Linens • Up to 30 Indoor Gold Chiavari Chairs • Set-up of the Included Chairs, Tables, & Linens • Access and Use of The Water Garden (outside courtyard) • On-Site Concierge During your Event • Free Entry to the Garden • Parking Lot Security • Free Parking
Water Garden
A modern open-air patio beside gentle waters.
The Water Garden is a serene open-air patio surrounded by modern landscape design, cascading water elements, and contemporary sculpture art. Outfitted with comfortable bench seating, ceiling fans, and subtle architectural lighting, this courtyard offers an inviting ambient atmosphere for evening cocktail hours and pre-reception mixers. Designed purely as a patio space, guests can mingle under the open sky while enjoying the soothing sound of flowing water and lush surroundings. It pairs seamlessly with nearby indoor rooms for an effortless flow.
Guest capacity
Up to 30 Seated
Up to 30 Standing
Square footage
1,600
Included in this room:
• Up to 2 Hours of Venue/Space Rental (Add on additional hours for an extra fee) • Two Bar Height Bistros with Four Stools • Three Square Tables with Twelve Guest Chairs • Bench Seating for 30 Guests • Three Outside Ceiling Fans • Art Sculpture by Yvonne Bobo • Modern Landscape Lighting • On-Site Concierge During your Event • Parking Lot Security • Free Parking
Garden Ceremony Package
Romantic outdoor vows amid 96 acres of gardens.
Memphis Botanic Garden’s 30 specialty gardens and sweeping natural vistas create an idyllic backdrop for outdoor wedding ceremonies. Spanning 96 acres, couples can select the perfect setting for their vows, accommodated for gatherings of any scale. The Garden Ceremony package provides 2 hours of venue access, 100 padded folding chairs, and a wireless Bluetooth speaker to ensure your moment is seamlessly produced. For effortless guest movement across the grounds, convenient golf cart transportation within the garden is also included to carry you and your party to and from your ceremony site.
Guest capacity
Up to 100 Seated
Included in this room:
• Garden Space of your Choosing for 2 Hours – 1 Hour Ceremony, 1/2 Hour Pre (Seating), 1/2 Hour Post (Pictures) (Based on Availability at Time of Booking) • Garden Space for 1 Hour the Day Before for your Rehearsal (Based on Availability) • Up to 100 Padded Chairs • Up to 1 Table & 1 White Linen • Bluetooth Speaker & Wired Microphone • Time for Wedding Photos throughout the Garden • Personalized Ceremony Layout • Tram Service within the Garden • On-Site Concierge During your Event • Parking Lot Security • Free Parking
Available services that can be provided by Memphis Botanic Gardens
Services & amenities
- Bar services
- Dance floor
- Dressing room / Bridal Suite
- Event rentals
- Event staff
- Set up
- Wheelchair accessible
- Wifi
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