General Event Space
| Maximum Capacity: 500
Dorrance Center (Dorrance Hall, Boppart Courtyard, Kitchell Patio)
Dorrance Hall (Included in Dorrance Center)
This elegant 4,600-square-foot reception hall has neutral décor featuring garden-inspired tapestries and full-length windows, which allow you the luxury of bringing the Garden’s natural light into your special event. Perfect for an indoor reception, ceremony, memorial service or meeting.
Boppart Courtyard (Included in Dorrance Center)
This spacious outdoor courtyard, surrounded by desert landscape, is located on the south side of Dorrance Hall. Overlooking the Sybil B. Harrington Succulent Gallery, this Courtyard is adorned with a tranquil water feature, ambient lighting strung overhead and a built-in stage. This space is ideal for an outdoor ceremony, cocktail hour or dining.
Kitchell Patio (Included in Dorrance Center)
Situated on the north side of Dorrance Hall, this patio is ideal for after-dinner drinks and dessert. Kitchell Patio includes serene water features and built-in benches for additional seating and acts as a lovely outdoor extension to your indoor event.
Supported Layouts and Capacities
Banquet - 10 per
Capacity: 250 People
Reception
Capacity: 500 People
Outdoor Venue
| Maximum Capacity: 75
This enchanting location is nestled amongst the Garden’s desert landscaping and features beautiful views of the Arizona sunset and mountains. The refreshing scents of sage and lavender create a serene place for people to relax and take in the uniqueness of the Garden while celebrating your outdoor wedding, cocktail hour or dinner reception.
Supported Layouts and Capacities
Banquet - 10 per
Capacity: 75 People
General Event Space
| Maximum Capacity: 150
Ullman Terrace (Included in Webster Center)
Featuring the Garden’s butte as a stunning backdrop for your event, this spacious outdoor tiered patio is surrounded by soft petal reflective lights and up-lit saguaros. This enchanting venue also features areas for dancing and a stage for entertainment. For weddings, you will exchange your vows amidst the beauty of the desert sunset, and your guests will dine, drink and dance the night away under the stars.
Eliot Patio (Included in Webster Center)
Serving as the entrance to Ullman Terrace, this patio features Portofino lights and up-lit plants and cacti for an ideal Southwestern cocktail hour or guest greeting area.
Webster Auditorium (Included in Webster Center for evening events or rented separately for daytime events)
This 1,500-square-foot adobe building with French doors and antique chandeliers is on the National Register of Historic Places. Enjoy this historic setting for daytime meetings and retreats providing a truly unique experience for corporate and non-profit functions. For evening events, Webster Auditorium serves as an additional indoor space for your event.
Supported Layouts and Capacities
Banquet - 10 per
Capacity: 150 People
Outdoor Venue
| Maximum Capacity: 100
Located off of the Harriet K. Maxwell Desert Wildflower Trail, this circular open-air pavilion is surrounded by desert plants and scenic views of the Papago Buttes and Camelback Mountain. This venue is a charming location for ceremonies, receptions, non-profit or corporate events and provides an intimate space with illuminated rustic stars and twinkle-lit pillars. Dine under blue skies or starry nights, visible through the Pavilion’s center sky light.
Supported Layouts and Capacities
Theater
Capacity: 100 People
Amphitheatre
| Maximum Capacity: 100
With its effortless beauty, the Amphitheater is a natural space for your wedding, framed by desert mesquite trees. Overlooking the Garden’s Sybil B. Harrington Cactus Gallery, this tiered theater features built-in benches for guest seating adding a uniquely organic element to your ceremony.
Supported Layouts and Capacities
Seating Capacity
Capacity: 100 People
Features
-
Atmosphere/Decor:
An outdoor tiered theater, perfect for wedding ceremonies for up to 100 people.
Please see our website for more information on all of our available event spaces.
Supported Layouts and Capacities