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Reception
$2,750 starting price
Ceremony
$950 starting price
Reception
$3,000 starting price
Ceremony
$950 starting price
These prices are available for the months of May through October. These prices are available for the months of January through April.

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Fernwood Botanical Garden is an enchanting venue for outdoor wedding ceremonies and receptions in Southwestern Michigan. Guests enjoy free admission to the expansive 105 acre property. Your wedding will be an unforgettable experience with picturesque grounds for engagement or wedding party photographs, and attentive customer service throughout the wedding process.

Use of indoor ceremony venue is included in case of inclement weather.

Less than 30 minutes from South Bend, St. Joseph, and the lovely Harbor Country region along the coast of Lake Michigan.

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Frequently asked questions

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?

$2,750

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

$3,000

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?

$950

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

$950

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Clean Up
Parking
Set Up

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

2

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

7

Describe your venue:

Art Gallery
Garden

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?

Clean Up
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What event items are available?

Altar/Arch
Audio Equipment

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

May
June
July
August
September
October

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
April
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Reviews of Fernwood Botanical Gardens and Nature Preserve

4.5 out of 5 rating
4.5 out of 5 rating
14 Reviews
90% recommend it
  • Quality of service
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  • Average response time
    4.4 out of 5 rating
  • Professionalism
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  • Flexibility
    4.7 out of 5 rating
Weddingwire
4.5/5 14 reviews
Google
4.7/5 623 reviews
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Janna Sent on 07/14/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Dream Wedding Venue

We LOVED getting married at Fernwood. Linda was so helpful with all of my questions, and it was such a beautiful place. Our guests enjoyed walking the trails - especially those that weren't dancing inclined. No regrets, Fernwood was a perfect venue.
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Diane R. Sent on 03/26/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Best wedding venue ever!

We had never been to Fernwood before and we fell in love with it at first sight! I had to do my planning from across the country, and Linda (the wedding coordinator) was wonderful to work with. She answered all of my questions (and there were a lot!), and she was gracious and accommodating. She made sure everything was perfect, right down to the last detail. The rest of the staff was great. Everyone was friendly and went out of their way to make sure we had everything we needed. We used their golf cart service, which was an awesome addition! It made getting around the property a breeze. I can't say enough nice things about this venue and its amazing staff. If you're thinking of having your wedding here, do it! It's gorgeous!
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Amanda N. Sent on 09/21/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing and magical

My husband and I were married at Fernwood and we couldn't be happier with our decision. The staff were accommodating, and the wedding coordinator made planning at a distance easy and stress-free. So happy we chose Fernwood for our big day!
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