Brookside Gardens is currently booking 2025 dates. 2024 dates are limited.

Brookside Gardens is a botanical wedding venue located in Silver Spring, Maryland. This property is ideal for nature-loving couples who dream of tying the knot in a beautifully curated garden. The venue blends both modern and rustic design elements into the decor for couples to utilize in shaping their distinctive celebration. With several indoor and outdoor event spaces available, it can host weddings throughout the year. Couples can make use of the building’s renovated interior as well as the spectacular gardens. Situated just a 35-minute drive from downtown Washington, DC, this venue is a private haven away from the hustle of the big city.

Facilities and Capacity

The venue’s Auditorium is an indoor event space that is ideal for ceremonies and receptions. Featuring 75-foot windows, this expansive space provides views of the Azalea and Aquatic gardens. It can be configured in a range of ways and has room for seated guests, a dance floor, and live entertainment. Outdoor weddings held in the sunshine can later transition to tents, allowing the celebrations to run long into the night. These luxurious tents can be decorated with linen and drapery, and they provide enough space for a live band and a dance floor. The Aquatic Overlook is a patio that can also host ceremonies and receptions. The Wedding Gazebo and surrounding Fragrance Garden offer an aromatic location for ceremonies. The Japanese Tea House on Gude Island is a covered wooden spot perfect for an open-air reception overlooking the water. Spoiled for choice, couples can choose from an array of other event spaces available on-site.

Services Offered

Brookside Gardens offers couples an array of wedding packages to make the planning process run as smoothly as possible. The Magnolia Package grants full-day access to the property and your choice of three garden and reception sites. Additionally, the venue’s staff will assist in the setup and breakdown of the event while providing tables and chairs for up to 120 guests. An on-site coordinator will be on hand during your celebrations to point vendors in the right direction and provide assistance.

What You'll Love About Brookside Gardens

Couples who have tied the knot at Brookside Gardens rave about the incredible settings available, bursting with beautiful botanicals in all seasons. They also highlight the warm and accommodating events staff, who work to ensure your wedding runs as seamlessly as possible. Have a look at the Real Weddings section for a sample of what your perfect day at Brookside Gardens could look like.