Franciscan Gardens

Guest capacity

Up to 200 seated guests

About this venue

Franciscan Gardens is an enchanting and inviting special event venue located in beautiful San Juan Capistrano. Located steps from California’s “Jewel of the Missions,” the venue offers a private, secluded environment for weddings, social gatherings, and corporate events. The Spanish courtyard is tucked behind elegant wooden doors that open to a blossoming garden, with fountains, vine-wrapped pergolas, and bistro lights strung throughout. Originally built in 1920, the venue’s indoor ballroom displays the buildings’ original brick walls and wood flooring while modern and elegant crystal chandeliers adorn the ceilings. The rustic and charming 5,000 square foot property features romantic indoor and outdoor spaces, along with two on-site suites and signature service from 24 Carrots Catering & Events.

Seated guest capacity

  • 50-200

Venue type

  • Ballrooms, Banquet Halls
  • Parks, Gardens

Venue setting

  • Indoor
  • Outdoor
31815 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675

Our event spaces

The Ballroom

Historic Elegance

The expansive indoor space boasts exposed brick walls, beamed ceilings, gorgeous wood floors, and crystal chandeliers that create the perfect elegant backdrop for events.

Guest capacity

Up to 180 Seated

Up to 200 Standing

Ideal for

Other, Cocktail hour, Wedding ceremony, Elopement, Wedding reception, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon

Guests often feel this space is

“Luxurious and chic”

The Courtyard

A Charming Hideaway

Step into the exquisite Spanish courtyard, tucked behind elegant wooden gates, with overhead café lighting, bubbling fountains, lush greenery, and romantic white mini-string lights beautifully draped in the surrounding trees.

Guest capacity

Up to 200 Seated

Up to 200 Standing

Ideal for

Other, Cocktail hour, Wedding ceremony, Elopement, Wedding reception, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon

Guests often feel this space is

“Luxurious and chic”

The Ballroom

Historic Elegance

The expansive indoor space boasts exposed brick walls, beamed ceilings, gorgeous wood floors, and crystal chandeliers that create the perfect elegant backdrop for events.

Guest capacity

Up to 180 Seated

Up to 200 Standing

Ideal for

Other, Cocktail hour, Wedding ceremony, Elopement, Wedding reception, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon

Guests often feel this space is

“Luxurious and chic”

Available services that can be provided by Franciscan Gardens

Services & amenities

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

Transportation & access

  • Self parking - free
  • Self parking - paid
  • Wheelchair accessible

Rentals

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

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  • Above and beyond service at Franciscan Gardens!

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    •Christine L.•Nov 20, 2024

    From the moment I stepped into Franciscan Gardens, I knew it was my perfect wedding venue! Elizabeth and her team were very kind and each encounter was full of shared excitement. As someone who is detail oriented and enjoys event planning, I was continuously amazed by the care and thoughtfulness throughout my entire wedding planning process. The venue itself is dreamy and charming, full of lush greenery and romantic lighting, offers flexible options for indoor or outdoor ceremonies and receptions, includes two spacious getting ready rooms for the wedding parties, and elegant details throughout each space. Franciscan Gardens and 24 Carrots exceeded our expectations in every way, and I would highly recommend to anyone planning a wedding or special event!

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