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Holden Forests & Gardens - Holden Arboretum
Select services venue
The venue will provide the space, plus a few extras.
Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing
Starting at $3,900 for off-peak dates, and $3,898 for peak dates
Guest capacity
Up to 120 seated guests
About this venue
Thank you for your interest in hosting your special event at Holden Arboretum in Kirtland. We are temporarily pausing the booking of private events for the next several weeks. Please reach out through our website if you would like to be contacted when booking resumes. Pricing listed is for venue only - does not include food/beverage/rentals. Daytime Ceremony Only: We offer a ceremony only option at our Butterfly Garden or Rhododendron Garden. An outdoor ceremony only can be scheduled at 10:30am, 1 pm, or 4 pm Tuesday-Saturday, or at 1pm on Sunday. Ceremony only rental includes a two hour rental, an indoor rain location, 45 minute rehearsal, ceremony chairs, time for photos on the grounds, guest parking and admission- as well as staff to assist in the coordination of the ceremony. Evening Reception and Ceremony: Receptions at the Holden Arboretum are held after the arboretum closes to the public and can start as early as 6pm and end as late as 11:00 pm.
Our event spaces
Thayer Room
Beautiful indoor view of the butterfly garden!
This space can accommodate up to 56 guests seated at round tables, or 100-120 guests audience style. Included as rain back up for wedding ceremonies, or can be rented for daytime events like showers, brunches, and other small parties or receptions.
Guest capacity
1-100 Seated
1-120 Standing
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Elopement, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Cocktail hour
Guests often feel this space is
“Surprised and delighted”
Included in this room:
Electrical outlets - WiFi - Some lighting control - Ceiling Fans - Air Conditioning & Heating - Sink/counter top - Fireplace - Tables/Chairs
Room cost
$850 for daytime events (showers, etc.); no additional charge for wedding ceremonies (rain plan room)
Corning Visitors' Center
Industrial meets nature in this non-traditional reception space.
The industrial interior of our visitors' center dresses up lovely with uplighting. Additional rooms on either side of main dining space available for extra room for dancing or buffets.
Guest capacity
1-120 Seated
Up to 150 Standing
Ideal for
Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner
Room cost
Included in total venue pricing
Bourquard Patio
Beautiful view of the butterfly garden while being under the cover of shade.
The space is conjoined with our Reinberger Classroom. Great place for guests to enjoy cocktail hour.
Guest capacity
1-25 Seated
1-50 Standing
Ideal for
Cocktail hour
Room cost
Included in total venue pricing
Rhododendron Discovery Garden/Overlook
Nestle yourself in the calm quiet of nature in this garden.
The Holden Arboretum’s Rhododendron Discovery Garden transforms into a scenic wedding destination with lush rhododendrons and a variety of gorgeous blooms. The Rhododendron Discovery Garden is a lovely space for a wedding ceremony, with nearby overlook pergola perfect for photos, elopement ceremonies, or cocktail hour.
Guest capacity
1-120 Seated
1-200 Standing
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Elopement, Cocktail hour
Guests often feel this space is
“Relaxed”
Included in this room:
Electrical Outlets - Restrooms nearby - Chairs for ceremonies - High-top tables for cocktail hours
Room cost
$1400 - $1900 depending on guest count
Butterfly Garden
Beautiful garden to look at and explore!
The multi-level patio overlooking the butterfly garden is great for wedding ceremonies, cocktail hours, or seated dinners for micro weddings. Easy access from the parking lot and visitor's center (restrooms).
Guest capacity
1-120 Seated
Up to 200 Standing
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Elopement, Cocktail hour
Guests often feel this space is
“Relaxed”
Included in this room:
120 white folding chairs - 8 cocktail tables (additional tables may be available)
Room cost
$1400 - $1900 depending on guest count for ceremonies only, reception pricing for after hours event varies
Thayer Room
Beautiful indoor view of the butterfly garden!
This space can accommodate up to 56 guests seated at round tables, or 100-120 guests audience style. Included as rain back up for wedding ceremonies, or can be rented for daytime events like showers, brunches, and other small parties or receptions.
Guest capacity
1-100 Seated
1-120 Standing
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Elopement, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Cocktail hour
Guests often feel this space is
“Surprised and delighted”
Included in this room:
Electrical outlets - WiFi - Some lighting control - Ceiling Fans - Air Conditioning & Heating - Sink/counter top - Fireplace - Tables/Chairs
Room cost
$850 for daytime events (showers, etc.); no additional charge for wedding ceremonies (rain plan room)
Corning Visitors' Center
Industrial meets nature in this non-traditional reception space.
The industrial interior of our visitors' center dresses up lovely with uplighting. Additional rooms on either side of main dining space available for extra room for dancing or buffets.
Guest capacity
1-120 Seated
Up to 150 Standing
Ideal for
Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner
Room cost
Included in total venue pricing
Bourquard Patio
Beautiful view of the butterfly garden while being under the cover of shade.
The space is conjoined with our Reinberger Classroom. Great place for guests to enjoy cocktail hour.
Guest capacity
1-25 Seated
1-50 Standing
Ideal for
Cocktail hour
Room cost
Included in total venue pricing
Rhododendron Discovery Garden/Overlook
Nestle yourself in the calm quiet of nature in this garden.
The Holden Arboretum’s Rhododendron Discovery Garden transforms into a scenic wedding destination with lush rhododendrons and a variety of gorgeous blooms. The Rhododendron Discovery Garden is a lovely space for a wedding ceremony, with nearby overlook pergola perfect for photos, elopement ceremonies, or cocktail hour.
Guest capacity
1-120 Seated
1-200 Standing
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Elopement, Cocktail hour
Guests often feel this space is
“Relaxed”
Included in this room:
Electrical Outlets - Restrooms nearby - Chairs for ceremonies - High-top tables for cocktail hours
Room cost
$1400 - $1900 depending on guest count
Butterfly Garden
Beautiful garden to look at and explore!
The multi-level patio overlooking the butterfly garden is great for wedding ceremonies, cocktail hours, or seated dinners for micro weddings. Easy access from the parking lot and visitor's center (restrooms).
Guest capacity
1-120 Seated
Up to 200 Standing
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Elopement, Cocktail hour
Guests often feel this space is
“Relaxed”
Included in this room:
120 white folding chairs - 8 cocktail tables (additional tables may be available)
Room cost
$1400 - $1900 depending on guest count for ceremonies only, reception pricing for after hours event varies
Available services that can be provided by Holden Forests & Gardens - Holden Arboretum
Services & amenities
- Event staff
- Pet friendly
- Wheelchair accessible
- Wifi
Transportation & access
- Self parking - free
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