Transport your guests to an oasis of opulence right in the heart of the city. A luxurious venue crowned with glamorous chandeliers and antique furniture. The Empire Room accommodates corporate and social events for up to 500 cocktail style or 350 seated guests. Enjoy our fully stocked bar, grand entrance stairway, working fireplace, and spacious patio overlooking Turner Park’s holiday lights.

Important moments in life call for memorable settings. Lauritzen Gardens offers a variety of stunning indoor facilities and ever-changing outdoor settings that celebrate the brilliance and elegance of nature and combine to create an incredibly vivid experience. Our beautiful gardens and rooms are available for weddings, receptions, cocktail hours, engagement/prenuptial dinners, rehearsal dinners, and bridal showers, ranging from the intimate to the elaborate. Choose the perfect space or combination of spaces for your utterly unforgettable event. Abraham Catering is our exclusive caterer and offers inspired menu selections for your food and beverage needs. Don't need a venue? Lush, romantic backdrops for engagement and wedding photography may be found throughout the garden. Sessions can be done during regular business hours, or private sessions may be booked after hours for $125.