Friendship Botanic Gardens
2055 E. US Hwy 12, Michigan City, IN
500 Capacity
$800 to $6,800 / Wedding
Friendship Botanic Gardens is a unique, beautiful setting for the outdoor wedding and other special events. Weddings are scheduled from mid-May through mid-October.
The Gardens include over one hundred acres of woods and landscaped areas, providing one of the most beautiful outdoor venues in Northwest Indiana. The Gardens can accommodate a small and intimate wedding ceremony of a few family and friends, or a larger wedding ceremony up to 500 guests. Friendship Botanic Gardens welcomes and honors all marriages of all types.
All weddings include chairs, use of the area for three hours and rehearsal privileges. Arrangements can be made for use of the Bridal Cabin and golf cart shuttle with driver to transport guests to the venue.
Ceremonies and receptions will be customized by our wedding coordinator. Weddings over 400 guests can be custom designed to suit your needs.
Event Pricing
Norway Garden
75 people max
$800 per event
Scotland Garden
75 people max
$900 per event
Tea House Garden
75 people max
$900 per event
Gazebo Island
100 people max
$1,000 per event
Chinese Bridge
300 people max
$1,200 - $1,600
per event
Romanian Garden
200 people max
$1,300 - $1,500
per event
Rose Garden
300 people max
$1,700 - $2,100
per event
Symphony Garden
250 people max
$1,800 - $4,000
per event
Celebration Pavilion
250 people max
$4,500 per event
Woodland Meadow + Celebration Pavilion
250 - 400 people
$6,800 per event
Availability (Last updated 12/25)
Event Spaces
Outdoor Venue
Recommendations
Memorial Picnic
— An Eventective User
Family gathered from near and far to honor a life and share memories of a very avid outdoorsman in the perfect setting - the Friendship Botanic Gardens. The event coordinator was gracious, and most responsive in helping to organize all elements for this gathering. The family and guests appreciated the weather and surroundings, which contributed to an unforgettable occasion.
Additional Info
Venue Types
Amenities
- ADA/ACA Accessible
- Outdoor Function Area
- Outside Catering Allowed
- Waterfront
- Waterview
Features
- Max Number of People for an Event: 500