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Desert Botanical Garden

1201 North Galvin Parkway Phoenix, AZ
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www.dbg.org
Max Capacity: 300 people
The Desert Botanical Garden is a privately funded non-profit organization and does not receive city, county or state funds to support its operating budget. The Garden is a living museum and one of only 24 botanic gardens in the country accredited by the American Association of Museums. Whether your guest list is large or small, choose from perfectly matched indoor and outdoor locations for your special day. We offer exquisite settings for daytime or sunset ceremonies and/or receptions for weddings of 10 to 250 people.
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Shorts Pants suit, An Eventective User from Panama city, Florida

A desert botanical garden wedding is not just about luxury. This venue actually uses the money to preserve and protect the earth's natural resources. The sandy color is a perfect contrast to any traditional white wedding gown. At night, the temperature drops comfortably, so any wedding would be best set to dusk and after sunset if it is in the summer or spring. The venue has several places for pictures and seating. My favorite is the outdoor picnic area. Your guest can watch the sun set and watch the beautiful sun set across the desert. The north patio is a perfect indoor place for a reception if you don't want to get your tuxes or dresses dirty. Plus there is air conditioning!!! This venue is located very close to Papago Golf course so your uncles can have someplace to gossip before and after the wedding. This location is also close to the Phoenix city zoo. This zoo is a great location for your friends and family members to take their children before and after services. This venue is located only a few miles from a United States Army base. If you are your guest are in the military, you can stay on base for a fraction of the costs of a normal hotel with the same sort of accommodations. If your wedding is small, then there are also several rooms that accommodate about 50 people. Since there are several rooms at this venue, you can have a separate room for small children and for grown-ups.

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Amenities
  • Air Conditioned
  • Designated Bus Loading Area
  • Handicapped Accessible
  • Historic Landmark/Registry
  • Non-Smoking
  • On-Site Catering Service
  • Outdoor Function Area
Features
  • Acreage: 145
  • Credit Cards Accepted: Major Credit Cards Accepted
  • Facility Location Setting: Located between Phoenix, Scottsdale and Tempe Arizona, the Spectacular surroundings of the Desert Botanical Garden are ideal for unique and beautiful events with breathtaking sunsets and unmatched charm.
  • Max Number of People for an Event: 300
  • Nearest Airport: 1-5 miles
  • Nearest Overnight Accommodations: 1-5 miles
  • Nearest Public Transportation: 1-5 miles
  • Number of Event/Function Spaces: 12
  • Number of On-Site Restaurants: 1
  • Parking: Complimentary Parking
  • Proximity of Nearest Ski Area: 26-50 miles
  • Proximity of Neighboring Golf Course: Less than 1 mile
  • Special Features: The Garden’s commitment to the community is to advance excellence in education, research, exhibition and conservation of desert plants of the world with emphasis onthe Southwestern United States.
  • Total Meeting Room Space (Square Feet): 4,600
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Capacity: 200
$30-$125 per person
Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar is the ultimate steakhouse destination for food and wine lovers seeking a stylish, lively and memorable dining experience. Nationally renowned for its prime beef and steakhouse fare, Fleming's is equally celebrated for the Fleming's 100™, its award-winning wine program that features 100 wines by the glass. Fleming's was founded on the premise that a steakhouse can be sophisticated yet comfortable and not overpriced. Fleming's features USDA prime corn-fed beef, aged to perfection, and other flavorful dishes including fresh seafood, fresh salads, and tasty appetizer selections
www.flemingssteakhouse.com
Mesa, AZ  
Capacity: 600
$20-$100 per person
Welcome to Jake's Unlimited! We have rides like bumper cars, tea cups and radius, laser tag, over 170 arcade games, midway games, and bowling, all of which you can enjoy while you get unlimited access to our buffet full of pizzas, pastas, soups, a potato and salad bar, fountain drinks and desserts! We are the perfect location for your business meetings, group events, field trips, corporate outings, weddings, birthday parties, or to spend some quality time with family and friends. Our 9,000 square foot event center Matrix can hold up to 3,000 people. We also have several other event spaces throughout the venue, such as Secret Level, Bowling VIP Suites, 3 dining rooms and 7 birthday party rooms
www.jakesunlimited.com
Fort McDowell, AZ  
Capacity: 2000
Wekopa Resort and Conference Center is a truly unique location where Native American tradition, contemporary architecture, championship golf courses, mountain views and desert activities come together in one place. Dazzle your guests in the pristine Sonoran Desert surrounded by views of 4 Peaks Mountain or step indoors to our 18,000-square-foot ballroom. Our Catering Team will work with you from start to finish to ensure your vision becomes a reality. Located on the eastern edge of Scottsdale, the Wekopa Resort offers some of the most unforgettable views in the valley and is an ideal location for all of your celebration needs.
www.wekoparesortandconferencecenter.com
Mesa, AZ  
Capacity: 400
Mesa Country Club is an ideal wedding ceremony and reception venue for anyone in Tempe, Mesa, Chandler, south Scottsdale or east Phoenix. Perfectly suited to accommodate magnificent large celebrations as well as unforgettable intimate events, Mesa Country Club provides a variety of stunning indoor and outdoor spaces to create the wedding of your dreams. With the sophistication of a storied private club, Mesa Country Club perfectly melds striking views, a convenient location, flexibly-priced menu options, and a 60+ year heritage as we make your dream day a success. Menus are planned and executed to perfection by our culinary team, and all details are personally cared for by our staff, giving you the freedom and peace of mind to truly enjoy your special day. PLEASE NOTE: You do NOT need to be a Member of Mesa Country Club to enjoy our exceptional wedding & event facilities.
www.mesacountryclub.com
Phoenix, AZ  
Capacity: 650
$15-$120 per person
A wonderful place to eat, meet and drink local, DeSoto Central Market is a unique food hall that houses seven different vendors in one artisanal market environment. The market is housed in the historic DeSoto Building in downtown Phoenix, promoting urban renewal and historic preservation. The building was constructed in 1928 as the C.P. Stephens DeSoto Six Motorcars dealership, and has since been home to a diverse mix of businesses. DeSoto Central Market is located in the center of the Roosevelt Row arts district and is committed to creating a communal gathering place, while serving fresh farm-to-table food from local purveyors and craft cocktails, craft beers, and wine. The food hall concept regularly hosts events, caters and can also be rented out for private events. With community events and pop-up markets, DeSoto Central Market is committed to creating a gathering place heralding back to a time when the daily market was the heart of every city.
desotocentralmarket.com
Mesa, AZ  
Capacity: 125
$10-$35 per person
Miele's has been a family owned and operated restaurant since 1995. When you come in, you can expect great food, great service and a friendly neighborhood environment. We want you to feel at home right when you walk through the door. We will sit down with you and make every effort to make your event perfect. Also unlike other restaurant banquet rooms. We do not limit you to choices from our menu. Just let us know your heart's desire and we will do everything in our power to accommodate. Even if the request is a dish that is not of the Italian persuasion.
www.mielesitalian.com
Gilbert, AZ  
Welcome to Bowlero—Gilbert’s coolest place to bowl, dine, party, and play. Hit the lanes and let the good times roll at the area’s most entertaining venue for date night, family night, birthdays for the kids (or yourself), and corporate parties that rock the cubicle. Conveniently located at 1160 South Gilbert Road (across from Gilbert Town Square), Bowlero is Maricopa County’s premier party and entertainment destination. Join the fun and feel the excitement with blacklight bowling on over 40 lanes featuring plush lounge seats, hi-def video walls, and the kind of stellar service that delivers our nationally recognized menu items directly to your lane—while you play. At Bowlero Gilbert, bowling is just the beginning. Get behind the wheel and enjoy all the crash-worthy fun of our bumper cars. Suit up and experience the thrill of our multi-level laser tag arena. Hit up our massive arcade and have a ball with 70 interactive games, including World’s Largest Pac-Man, NBA Hoops basketball, billiards, air hockey, and other old-school favorites. Or roll into our retro-inspired bar & lounge and enjoy an impressive selection of beer, wine, and signature cocktails. When you’re looking for Arizona’s coolest venue for birthdays, kids parties, holiday parties, and unforgettable corporate events, look no further than Bowlero Gilbert. Our talented party professionals are special event ninjas trained in the art of awesome celebrations. They do all the work while you have all the fun—that way, you can enjoy all the party perks and none of the party buzzkills (like cleanup). They’ll also guide you through our inventive menu of oversized shareables—epic eats and signature drinks that turn every big event into a really big deal—like our five-pound Behemoth Burger, our XXL Pretzel, and the Dunk Tank, a huge fishbowl cocktail that’s meant to be shared. It’s time to BE BOWLED. It's time to Go Bowlero. Visit Bowlero Gilbert today and discover the area’s coolest place for parties and casual fun. Join the Bowlero Clubhouse now and get inside access to special deals, the latest news, exclusive extras, and more.
www.bowlero.com
Paradise Valley, AZ  
Capacity: 299
$25-$100 per person
$1,000-$2,500 per event
Sonata’s Restaurant brings the “food is life” philosophy to Scottsdale. Using real, fresh and in-season ingredients to create traditional Old World cuisine with a touch of American flair. Sonata’s is dedicated to bringing the flavors and dining style of Europe to each of their guest’s table with every meal. The restaurant development team’s Lithuanian heritage combined with their prior successful restaurant experience, the chef’s innate ability to create dishes crafted with respect to tradition while adding his own take on each. Sonata’s stunning and upscale environment — created by COO and Chief Designer Deividas Molocajevas — meld seamlessly to ensure every guest that enters the restaurant feels right at home. Sonata’s was developed in part so owner Sonata Molocajeviene Tuft herself wouldn’t have to spend all day in the kitchen when she craved a taste of home — and now Scottsdale can have a taste of true European cuisine, too, without any of the work! We invite you to dine with us, drink with us and become part of our family — but don’t worry, we won’t make you do the dishes afterwards!
www.sonatasrestaurant.com
Scottsdale, AZ  
Capacity: 350
Events at 94 HUNDRED SHEA is a UNIQUE AND RUSTIC STYLE EVENT VENUE. A PRIME, CENTRAL LOCATION IN NORTH SCOTTSDALE. We’re located just 1 mile North of the L-101 and Shea Boulevard in the lively and upscale North Scottsdale area. With a wide variety of nearby hotels, retail shops, restaurants and entertainment, North Scottsdale is the perfect weekend getaway for your local and traveling guests. PLAN THE EVENT OF THE YEAR. We host corporate events, holiday parties, awards banquets, proms, non-profit fundraisers, product launches, film and photo shoots, corporate meeting and networking receptions in addition to engagements, birthdays, anniversaries, graduation, Bar and Bat Mitzvahs.
9400shea.com