Looking to celebrate a special moment surrounded by nature?
Our Garden Use Permit is perfect for small group activities that go beyond a simple photo shoot

🌿 Garden Use Permit (Ideal For…)

2-hour access – Group Size: Up to 25 People

🎉 Creative & Social Gatherings

• Picnics (birthday, bridal, or romantic)

• Proposals & Mini-monies 💍🌸

• Styled photo/video shoots

• Yoga or wellness sessions 🧘‍♀️🌞

• Tea parties or garden brunches

• Baby or bridal showers

• Maternity shoots

• Friendship/couples photo sessions

• Book clubs or journaling meetups

• Creative workshops

• Elopement ceremonies

• First look or vow renewals

• Nature walks & mindfulness groups

• Garden-inspired art or photography classes

• Children’s birthday parties (light setup)

• Garden games day (croquet, lawn games — with permission)

🌼 Good to Know:

• Reservations must be made at least 48 hours in advance

• Access is during public hours only

• No exclusive use of garden areas

• No alcohol, amplified sound, or large furniture/setups without prior approval

• Permit is non-refundable, unless canceled by GHF

• Reservations may be rescheduled up to 7 days in advance

For larger gatherings or full event set-ups, ask us about our private venue rental options!

**A Garden Use Permit allows use of our property for photography, videography, or other organized group activity for more than 10 people. Permits are granted during The Gardens’ public hours and do not offer exclusive use of the facility. Payment of the permit fee must be received at least 48 hours prior to your requested session time.

Photo permit reservations are not guaranteed and are subject to change up to 7 days prior to the reservation date. They are non-refundable unless cancelled by GHF.