Claudia's Garden
Claudia's Garden is one of Park's most serene areas. This garden is available to brides and grooms exclusively for a three hour time period and can accommodate up to 125 guests. Guests will be seated on a tranquil wooden deck as they view the bride and groom exchange vows on our bridal platform across the water and above a pristine, flowing waterfall. Location provides specialty seating for the bridal party & family.

Creekside Terrace
Creekside Terrace is a lush green area with the tranquil sound of a flowing creek meandering through the site. This area is available to brides and grooms for ceremony, reception, or both, and can accommodate up to 250 guests for ceremony or 300 for reception. Guests will be seated on the shaded patio as they watch the bride and groom exchange vows overlooking a lush floral display.

Events Plaza
The Events Plaza is the perfect setting for those brides and grooms who seek a beautiful and unique venue for their special occasion and who love being seen as king and queen for the day. The Events Plaza is in the middle of the Park but would only be accessible to wedding guests. This site is available for ceremony, reception or both and can accommodate up to 450 guests.

Site Rental Fees
To use one site for both the ceremony and the reception, please add $1,000 to the one site price. Site rental fees include exclusive use of the site, set-up of tables and chairs, tablecloth linen, sound system, wedding arch, bridal and groomsmen rooms, photo opportunity within the Park on day of wedding, free park admission for all guests, free parking, and exclusive use of selected site (limited to 3 hours in Claudia's Garden during park operating hours).

Sunday-Friday Weddings - All sites are $3,000 or choose any two sites for $4,000.

Saturday Weddings - All sites are $4,000 or choose any two sites for $5,000.

Site Tours
We would be happy to show you our beautiful facilities and to discuss your upcoming special day. Appointments are required for site tours. We are unable to accommodate drop-in tour requests. To schedule a site tour please call (408) 840-7100 or use our Online Inquiry Form.

Site Availability
Sites are available on both operating and non-operating dates. Gilroy Gardens is dedicated to providing the best service possible, with our staff's full attention on your special day. In keeping with this commitment we will not book more than one wedding or special event on the same day, however other Park events may be scheduled throughout the year. Dates are reserved on a first-come, first-served basis. Sites are not reserved until a deposit is made. Dates are filling quickly, please contact us regarding site availability in 2008.

Meal and Beverage Service
All receptions at Gilroy Gardens are catered by the Park. Wedding Menu prices per person vary depending on menu selection. Menu price is in addition to facility fees and a separate catering contract is required. Download our 2008 Wedding & Special Occasions Menu Options here.

Outside Vendors
Gilroy Gardens asks for a list of your vendors and in some cases the Park may require copies of outside vendor's license, insurance, etc. prior to your event.