About this venue
Let your love bloom at the Garden! A variety of beautiful and inspiring indoor and outdoor spaces await you, offering the perfect backdrop for your special day. Vibrant, nature-filled scenery gives you and your guests endless photo opportunities and areas to simply sit and enjoy the outdoors before, during, and after your ceremony. For those who want to spend their entire day at the Garden, indoor and outdoor reception options offer ample space to dance the night away under the stars or to chat over food and drinks inside with an expansive view of the Garden. By choosing the Garden, you’re not only making the Wisconsin outdoors a central piece of your wedding, you’re also supporting our mission to connect people with plants through a variety of experiences in all seasons. Garden tours by appointment only. For rental rates, availability, or to set an appointment to see the venues at the Garden, contact Kristin Engels at weddings (at) gbbg (dot) org.
Our event spaces
Matthew Schmidt Garden
Matthew Schmidt Garden
Surrounded by native trees, magnolias, blooming shrubs,and wildflowers, this area features a breathtaking 130–foot living wall and the Wangerin Pavilion, a contemporary backdrop structure. Peak bloom for the Matthew Schmidt Garden is May through October.
Guest capacity
Up to 150 Seated
Up to 250 Standing
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony
Guests often feel this space is
“Surprised and delighted”
Included in this room:
* Two-hour site reservation for ceremony. * One-hour access to the Prosser Dressing Suite. * Complimentary 45-minute rehearsal. * Access to electricity. * Directional signs for your guests. * 150 chairs included for your ceremony. * Dedicated Garden Event Lead on site during your event for venue-related needs. * Availability: May–October, Friday–Sunday
Room cost
$1650-1750
Kress Oval Garden
Kress Oval Garden
This garden is enveloped with vibrant perennials and two brilliant white arbors, a peaceful water fountain, and the Stumpf Belvedere – an exquisite Grecian Gazebo. The beauty of this outdoor wedding location is on display May through October but is especially stunning throughout its peak bloom from June through August.
Guest capacity
Up to 150 Seated
Up to 300 Standing
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony
Guests often feel this space is
“Luxurious and chic”
Included in this room:
* Two-hour site reservation for ceremony. * One-hour access to the Prosser Dressing Suite. * Complimentary 45-minute rehearsal. * Access to electricity. * Directional signs for your guests. * 150 chairs included for your ceremony. * Dedicated Garden Event Lead on site during your event for venue-related needs. * Availability: May–October, Friday–Sunday
Room cost
$1650-1750
Kaftan Lusthaus
Kaftan Lusthaus
A charming gazebo with a Scandinavian design. It features an impressive hand-painted rosemaling and charming chandeliers. Surrounded by the beauty of the Lux Foundation Rose Garden.
Guest capacity
Up to 50 Seated
Up to 50 Standing
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony
Guests often feel this space is
“Relaxed”
Included in this room:
* Two-hour site reservation for ceremony. * One-hour access to the Prosser Dressing Suite. * Complimentary 45-minute rehearsal. * Access to electricity. * Directional signs for your guests. * 50 chairs included for your ceremony. * Dedicated Garden Event Lead on site during your event for venue-related needs. * Availability: May–October, Friday–Sunday
Room cost
$1100-1200
Fischer Family Overlook Arbor
Fischer Family Overlook Arbor
A stunning pavilion and pergola structure that overlooks the Schneider Family Grand Garden. Surround yourself in natural greens, grasses, and wildflowers.
Guest capacity
Up to 15 Seated
Up to 15 Standing
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony
Guests often feel this space is
“Relaxed”
Included in this room:
* One-hour site reservation. * Availability: May-October, Friday-Sunday
Room cost
$250-350
Schneider Family Grand Garden Reception
Cowles Terrace in the Schneider Family Grand Garden Outdoor Reception
For an elegant outdoor reception, the Schneider Family Grand Garden is the perfect setting. Amongst the blooms and beneath the stars, you’ll be surrounded by your loved ones under an enchantingly lit tent. Guests can dance the night away on Cowles Terrace or spill out into the adjacent WPS Foundation Plaza or Schneider Foundation Classroom with cocktails in hand. Explore the adjacent Magnolia Grove and bask in the ambience of native flowers. Peak bloom May through early October.
Guest capacity
Up to 200 Seated
Up to 200 Standing
Ideal for
Wedding reception, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Cocktail hour
Guests often feel this space is
“Luxurious and chic”
Included in this room:
Site reservation for evening reception (9:30 am–10:30pm). Venue rental includes: * 13-hour site reservation for reception. This includes any setup and tear down you have planned for your event. * Directional signs for your guests. * Caterer prep space. * Permanent outdoor/indoor bar. * Full beverage service and liquor license on site. * Access to 2.5 acres of beautiful garden reserved. * Security staff on grounds. * Dedicated Garden Event Lead on site during
Room cost
$3000-5000
Cornerstone Foundation Hall Reception
Cornerstone Foundation Hall Indoor Reception
Envision filling Cornerstone Foundation Hall with family and friends for a lavish indoor reception. This space features stunning high ceilings with organic tones that complement exposed wood beams and offers large windows that overlook the Garden in all seasons. Guests may spill out into the adjacent K.C. Stock Foundation Lobby or onto the Simurdiak Patio featuring the Jan Wos Garden.
Guest capacity
Up to 200 Seated
Up to 200 Standing
Ideal for
Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, After party, Farewell brunch, Cocktail hour
Guests often feel this space is
“Warm and cozy”
Included in this room:
Site reservation for evening reception (9:30 am–11:30 pm). This includes any setup and tear down you have planned for your event. * Round tables, banquet tables, cocktail tables, and beautiful banquet chairs with a customized layout. * Caterer prep space. * Full beverage service and liquor license on site. * Private outdoor patio. * Patio tables and chairs. * Security staff on grounds. * Dedicated Garden Event Lead on site during your event for venue-related needs.
Room cost
$3000-5000
Johnson Woodland Garden
Johnson Woodland Garden
This intimate garden has a flagstone pathway and staircase which contrasts beautifully with the more formal gardens that overlook it. Native trees, shrubs, and wildflowers surround a bluegrass lawn. Peak bloom takes place in early May, but the Johnson Woodland Garden also flourishes May through October.
Guest capacity
Up to 150 Seated
Up to 200 Standing
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony
Guests often feel this space is
“Relaxed”
Included in this room:
* Two-hour site reservation for ceremony. * One-hour access to the Prosser Dressing Suite. * Complimentary 45-minute rehearsal. * Access to electricity. * Directional signs for your guests. * 150 chairs included for your ceremony. * Dedicated Garden Event Lead on site during your event for venue-related needs. * Availability: May–October, Friday–Sunday
Room cost
$1650-1750
Matthew Schmidt Garden
Matthew Schmidt Garden
Surrounded by native trees, magnolias, blooming shrubs,and wildflowers, this area features a breathtaking 130–foot living wall and the Wangerin Pavilion, a contemporary backdrop structure. Peak bloom for the Matthew Schmidt Garden is May through October.
Guest capacity
Up to 150 Seated
Up to 250 Standing
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony
Guests often feel this space is
“Surprised and delighted”
Included in this room:
* Two-hour site reservation for ceremony. * One-hour access to the Prosser Dressing Suite. * Complimentary 45-minute rehearsal. * Access to electricity. * Directional signs for your guests. * 150 chairs included for your ceremony. * Dedicated Garden Event Lead on site during your event for venue-related needs. * Availability: May–October, Friday–Sunday
Room cost
$1650-1750
Kress Oval Garden
Kress Oval Garden
This garden is enveloped with vibrant perennials and two brilliant white arbors, a peaceful water fountain, and the Stumpf Belvedere – an exquisite Grecian Gazebo. The beauty of this outdoor wedding location is on display May through October but is especially stunning throughout its peak bloom from June through August.
Guest capacity
Up to 150 Seated
Up to 300 Standing
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony
Guests often feel this space is
“Luxurious and chic”
Included in this room:
* Two-hour site reservation for ceremony. * One-hour access to the Prosser Dressing Suite. * Complimentary 45-minute rehearsal. * Access to electricity. * Directional signs for your guests. * 150 chairs included for your ceremony. * Dedicated Garden Event Lead on site during your event for venue-related needs. * Availability: May–October, Friday–Sunday
Room cost
$1650-1750
Kaftan Lusthaus
Kaftan Lusthaus
A charming gazebo with a Scandinavian design. It features an impressive hand-painted rosemaling and charming chandeliers. Surrounded by the beauty of the Lux Foundation Rose Garden.
Guest capacity
Up to 50 Seated
Up to 50 Standing
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony
Guests often feel this space is
“Relaxed”
Included in this room:
* Two-hour site reservation for ceremony. * One-hour access to the Prosser Dressing Suite. * Complimentary 45-minute rehearsal. * Access to electricity. * Directional signs for your guests. * 50 chairs included for your ceremony. * Dedicated Garden Event Lead on site during your event for venue-related needs. * Availability: May–October, Friday–Sunday
Room cost
$1100-1200
Fischer Family Overlook Arbor
Fischer Family Overlook Arbor
A stunning pavilion and pergola structure that overlooks the Schneider Family Grand Garden. Surround yourself in natural greens, grasses, and wildflowers.
Guest capacity
Up to 15 Seated
Up to 15 Standing
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony
Guests often feel this space is
“Relaxed”
Included in this room:
* One-hour site reservation. * Availability: May-October, Friday-Sunday
Room cost
$250-350
Schneider Family Grand Garden Reception
Cowles Terrace in the Schneider Family Grand Garden Outdoor Reception
For an elegant outdoor reception, the Schneider Family Grand Garden is the perfect setting. Amongst the blooms and beneath the stars, you’ll be surrounded by your loved ones under an enchantingly lit tent. Guests can dance the night away on Cowles Terrace or spill out into the adjacent WPS Foundation Plaza or Schneider Foundation Classroom with cocktails in hand. Explore the adjacent Magnolia Grove and bask in the ambience of native flowers. Peak bloom May through early October.
Guest capacity
Up to 200 Seated
Up to 200 Standing
Ideal for
Wedding reception, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Cocktail hour
Guests often feel this space is
“Luxurious and chic”
Included in this room:
Site reservation for evening reception (9:30 am–10:30pm). Venue rental includes: * 13-hour site reservation for reception. This includes any setup and tear down you have planned for your event. * Directional signs for your guests. * Caterer prep space. * Permanent outdoor/indoor bar. * Full beverage service and liquor license on site. * Access to 2.5 acres of beautiful garden reserved. * Security staff on grounds. * Dedicated Garden Event Lead on site during
Room cost
$3000-5000
Cornerstone Foundation Hall Reception
Cornerstone Foundation Hall Indoor Reception
Envision filling Cornerstone Foundation Hall with family and friends for a lavish indoor reception. This space features stunning high ceilings with organic tones that complement exposed wood beams and offers large windows that overlook the Garden in all seasons. Guests may spill out into the adjacent K.C. Stock Foundation Lobby or onto the Simurdiak Patio featuring the Jan Wos Garden.
Guest capacity
Up to 200 Seated
Up to 200 Standing
Ideal for
Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, After party, Farewell brunch, Cocktail hour
Guests often feel this space is
“Warm and cozy”
Included in this room:
Site reservation for evening reception (9:30 am–11:30 pm). This includes any setup and tear down you have planned for your event. * Round tables, banquet tables, cocktail tables, and beautiful banquet chairs with a customized layout. * Caterer prep space. * Full beverage service and liquor license on site. * Private outdoor patio. * Patio tables and chairs. * Security staff on grounds. * Dedicated Garden Event Lead on site during your event for venue-related needs.
Room cost
$3000-5000
Johnson Woodland Garden
Johnson Woodland Garden
This intimate garden has a flagstone pathway and staircase which contrasts beautifully with the more formal gardens that overlook it. Native trees, shrubs, and wildflowers surround a bluegrass lawn. Peak bloom takes place in early May, but the Johnson Woodland Garden also flourishes May through October.
Guest capacity
Up to 150 Seated
Up to 200 Standing
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony
Guests often feel this space is
“Relaxed”
Included in this room:
* Two-hour site reservation for ceremony. * One-hour access to the Prosser Dressing Suite. * Complimentary 45-minute rehearsal. * Access to electricity. * Directional signs for your guests. * 150 chairs included for your ceremony. * Dedicated Garden Event Lead on site during your event for venue-related needs. * Availability: May–October, Friday–Sunday
Room cost
$1650-1750
Available services that can be provided by Green Bay Botanical Garden
Services & amenities
- Bar services
- Dance floor
- Dressing room / Bridal Suite
- Event staff
- On-site accommodations
- Wheelchair accessible
- Wifi
Transportation & access
- Self parking - free
- Wheelchair accessible
Rentals
- Barware
- Sound / AV
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