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Clark Gardens is a park overflowing with garden areas for a couple’s wedding in the greater Dallas, Texas region. This whimsical and elegant venue has abundant fountains and flowers, as well as pavilions and even a wedding chapel where couples can marry. This venue is located nine minutes from the Lone Star Amphitheater, approximately 75 minutes from downtown Dallas.

Facilities and Capacity
Couples can invite up to 300 guests to their wedding at Clark Gardens. This garden park, stretched out over 35 acres, offers 10 venues for couples’ weddings. The Bowling Green lawn is a classic outdoor grassy space. It is the perfect venue for an outdoor ceremony, with chairs set up right on the grass. A fragrant rose arbor borders this lawn, offering privacy and additional beauty. The Channel Garden is another beautiful garden space. This area features a reflecting pool with a magnificent fountain and tiered walkways. This paved area also includes cherub statues, flowers and shrubbery. It has two covered pavilions for ceremonies, cocktail hours or small receptions. The Chapel is a classic and elegant structure of sandstone, with colorful stained glass windows to let in natural light. Though it is a traditionally designed venue with pews and heavy wooden doors, the Chapel features central heating and air for a couple’s wedding, as well as a sound system. The Chapel Lawn is the perfect space for couples who want the tradition of a wedding chapel with the breezy freedom of the outdoors. This lawn features green grass and a red dirt aisle lined by bricks leading to a garden supported by a retaining wall of gorgeous stone. The East Tent is a permanently tented structure overlooking the Channel Garden. This elegant space is one of the most popular reception locations on the property. It features sides that can be open or closed, and interchangeable light fixtures. The Rose Pavilion is a romantic open-top pavilion and lawn space, perfect for ceremonies or receptions. Like the East Tent, the West Tent is a permanent structure on the grounds of this park, with similar amenities for more intimate wedding receptions. It sits among the iris and rose beds. Sitting in the middle of a lake fed by four waterfalls, couples will find The Lake Pavilion. This cedar facility can be reached by wooden bridge, and features white tables and chairs for a reception or cocktail hour. Oxbow Overlook sits on the banks of Oxbow Lake and is a lighted pavilion supported by rough natural wooden columns.

Services Offered
Couples aren’t limited to ceremonies and receptions at Clark Gardens. They can rent the venues in this park for bridal showers, elopements, engagement parties and rehearsal dinners as well. Rehearsal dinners feature exclusive use of the venue. The gardens offer the following services for couples on their big day:

  • Bridal suite
  • Outside vendors
  • Parking
  • Pet friendly
  • Shuttle
  • Valet

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FAQ

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$5,900

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$4,900

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$2,000

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$2,000

Which of the following are included in the starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
Clean Up
Event Planning
Parking
Set Up
Tables

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

The East Side has 6 different ceremony sites to choose from. The East Side has 1 reception tent.

Describe your venue:

Garden
Park
Religious
Waterfront

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly

What event items are available?

Chairs
Dance Floor
Tables
Tents

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Shuttle
Valet
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

March
April
May
June
September
October
November

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
July
August
December

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Reviews of Clark Gardens

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Clark Gardens is a stunning, ethereal, and secret garden-inspired wedding venue that offers a touch of Tuscany and a picturesque European charm in Texas. The planning staff is described as responsive, kind, and invested in making each wedding day special. Guests praise the professional and seamless service, mentioning peacocks, butterflies, and sparkling fountains that create a magical and enchanting ambiance. The versatility, customizable options, and beautiful grounds make it a favorite among couples, who highly recommend it for its breathtaking beauty and exceptional service.

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Clark Gardens is a stunning, ethereal, and secret garden-inspired wedding venue that offers a touch of Tuscany and a picturesque European charm in Texas. The planning staff is described as responsive, kind, and invested in making each wedding day special. Guests praise the professional and seamless service, mentioning peacocks, butterflies, and sparkling fountains that create a magical and enchanting ambiance. The versatility, customizable options, and beautiful grounds make it a favorite among couples, who highly recommend it for its breathtaking beauty and exceptional service.

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4.7/5 50 reviews
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4.7/5 583 reviews
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Carson Sent on 09/13/2024
4.8 out of 5 rating

Absolutely Amazing!

This venue has everything to offer. When we started looking at venues we wanted something that wasn't like other venues and offered versatility and a bonus would be a reception tent. This venue had everything and more! There are numerous ceremony locations and the tent has a versatile and customizable floor plan for the reception. The trees, flowers, and plants are absolutely breathtaking at any time during the year, creating endless photo ops. Our wedding was 9/6/24 and it had been raining a lot so everything was so pretty and green. We received many compliments from our guests that it was the prettiest wedding venue they had been to, not to mention, the guests got some cute pictures themselves! After everything was set up it started pouring and the venue staff moved everything inside, squeegeed the water out of the tent, and set everything back up. One item was accidentally broken and they were gracious enough to cover the cost. They went above and beyond to help, especially, Crystal, make sure that everything went as smoothly as possible.
I truly wish I could do it all over again!
Photos taken by Emily Kessler Photography
Alex
Alex Sent on 10/17/2025
5 out of 5 rating

A Hidden Garden Gem Straight Out of a Fairytale

I loved Clark Gardens. This was my pick from the very beginning because we wanted our wedding to feel ethereal and secret garden inspired, lush, romantic, and full of life. We were also going for a touch of Tuscany since that is where we were headed for our honeymoon, and Clark Gardens’ baroque details and Mediterranean inspired landscaping fit the vision perfectly. There are even trees in the White Garden that are the same species found in Italy, and it felt like a little piece of Europe tucked away in Texas.

The planning staff was incredible from start to finish, responsive, kind, and truly invested in making our day special. Every question was met with patience and professionalism, and they went above and beyond to make sure everything ran smoothly. The venue itself is beyond magical: peacocks roaming the pathways, butterflies fluttering through the gardens, and sparkling fountains around every corner. It is pure enchantment.

The wedding party stayed at The Retreat at Clark Gardens, the guest house on the property, which provided an absolutely calm and serene place to gather during the wedding weekend. It was the perfect escape, quiet, cozy, and surrounded by nature. I felt relaxed and rejuvenated the entire time, and it made the weekend feel even more special and connected.

Clark Gardens is truly a hidden gem in the DFW area. The property feels private and peaceful, like you have stepped into another world, and every inch of it is breathtakingly beautiful. Our guests could not stop talking about how stunning it was, and it is no surprise they have now been featured on the cover of British Vogue.

If you are dreaming of a fairytale garden wedding, this is the place. I will sing their praises forever. Clark Gardens made our day everything we imagined and more. Book them and make your dream day a reality!
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Miranda Sent on 01/15/2025
5 out of 5 rating

The Perfect Wedding Venue!!

I got married on October 11, 2024 and I cannot say enough good things about Clark Gardens! This venue is STUNNING and our day was truly perfect. The staff was professional and so easy to work with; they really made our day run seamlessly. Our family, friends, and vendors still compliment how beautiful and smooth the whole day was. I am so grateful we had our special day here and would HIGHLY recommend to anyone planning their wedding!!
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Isabel Sent on 12/29/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect venue!

We got married on 10/25/24 and loved our experience with Clark Gardens. From the moment we toured the venue in July, we knew we were going to get married there. It is just stunning. From the fountain, to the tent, to the chapel, and the pond with the lily pads. It is BREATHTAKING. Not only did we love the venue, but everyone who worked with us at Clark Gardens was so kind and responsive. We still get compliments to this day of having the best and nicest wedding our guests had ever been to and that it was the prettiest wedding venue people had seen.

This is no brainer, book your wedding here!!! ❤️
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Madi Sent on 08/23/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Love Clark Gardens Weddings!

Such a great venue! Loved everything about our experience and how easy it was to work with them!
Jamie
Jamie Sent on 05/24/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Most Beautiful Venue for Our Perfect Day!

From the moment we walked into Clark Gardens we knew it was the perfect location for the most beautiful wedding. The gardens, the lawns, the scenery is all immaculate and the east tent is the perfect party tent! The price was reasonable, Molly was an awesome contact and host. 10/10 recommend.
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Emily Sent on 12/07/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful venue and amazing staff

My sister was recently married at Clark Gardens. The venue is absolutely beautiful! I was the day of coordinator for the wedding and was very impressed with the staff. Molly was amazing to work with during the planning process. She and the rest of the staff were also so helpful on the wedding day, ensuring that everything ran smoothly. I highly recommend this venue to anyone looking for a beautiful place to get married!
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Staci Sent on 11/12/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Hidden Gem & Amazing Memories

Clark Gardens was the perfect venue for our wedding. It's a beautiful, intimate, natural space and our guests were in awe of the property. There are so many things we love about Clark Gardens, but I'll list just a few. The staff was so helpful, kind, and communicative. They answered all of our questions and made time for us to tour the event spaces as often as we needed to ensure we would be ready for the big day. Another thing we loved were the many spaces to choose from - we had our first look at the fountain, our cocktail hour at the Chanel Gardens, our ceremony on the lawn, our reception in the tent, and we took pictures in so many other gorgeous spots. It was amazing for our guests to be able to drive up and then be able to stay on the property for the entire evening while still having plenty of space to explore and marvel at the natural beauty! We also loved that we could keep our decor and florals to a minimum because the venue is so stunning. We let the nature speak for itself, and our pictures and design turned out so elegant purely because of the backdrop! Last, we love the mission and family feeling of Clark Gardens. It was so important to us to have a place we could return to as a newlywed couple and, in the future, as a family. We love that we'll always be able to visit and remember our very special day. We highly recommend Clark Gardens as your wedding venue. Its elegance, charm, and comforting feel will be the perfect setting for any special event!
Erin
Erin Sent on 11/13/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Dream come true wedding

My wedding turned out amazingly beautiful. Stephanie and Kailey were so great to work with! My only complaint is that the public were still able to enter and walk around my half of the gardens that I spent quite a bit of money on. It was just kinda weird taking pictures and looking up to random people walking around all of my things.
Margie
Margie Sent on 05/27/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Clark Gardens

The setting is beautiful. The staff is helpful and accommodating. Through our planner, KC Cloud Events, we were able to make changes to the layout of the event in order to accommodate rain! We were very happy with our celebration.
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Clark Gardens frequently asked questions

Clark Gardens includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
The space offered by Clark Gardens for wedding events is known for:
  • Garden
  • Park
  • Religious
  • Waterfront
Clark Gardens offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Clark Gardens offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Clark Gardens offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
Clark Gardens offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Tables
  • Tents
Clark Gardens is recommended by 94% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.7 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.9 in professionalism, 4.8 in quality of service, 4.8 in average response time, 4.7 in flexibility and 4.6 in value.
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