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Lauritzen Gardens is a gorgeous botanical garden and outdoor wedding venue in Omaha, Nebraska. The exceptional beauty of these premises is paired with high-end amenities and services. Located only minutes from downtown Omaha, the gardens are open to the public during the day and available for private events in the evenings. A couple can make these refined surroundings the backdrop for a truly remarkable celebration.

Facilities and Capacity

Lauritzen Gardens allows lovebirds to artfully blend nature with their milestone day. The seasonal displays in the garden show the richness of Nebraska's plant life, along with non-native species, combining to create a diverse and gorgeous setting for romantic occasions. The beauty of these surroundings makes them outstanding for both wedding celebrations and photography sessions. The event spaces on-site include the Horticulture Library, the Community Room, and the Great Hall. The Horticulture Library has abundant natural lighting thanks to floor-to-ceiling windows on two sides, allowing marvelous views of the festival garden. It hosts up to 10 guests, making it ideal for an intimate micro wedding or elopement. The Community Room is furnished with a fireplace and Stickley furniture, making it inviting for groups of up to 30 people. The expansive Great Hall is located near the floral display hall and accommodates up to 320 guests. Larger parties have the option to expand into the floral display hall and café. Parking for up to 350 cars makes these premises even more convenient for all visitors.

Services Offered

Lauritzen Gardens is available for wedding ceremonies and receptions, as well as rehearsal dinners. Their exclusive catering partner is Abraham Catering who offers several inspired menu choices to meet the dining needs of couples. These caterers also offer beverages for occasions.

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?

$800

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

$800

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?

$800

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

$800

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Garden
Park

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Catering Services
Get Ready Rooms
Wifi

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

June
July
August
September
October

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
April
November
December

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Reviews of Lauritzen Gardens

Weddingwire
3.4/5 7 reviews
Google
4.8/5 5468 reviews
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Melissa Sent on 09/17/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing First Looks Location!

We did our First Looks here and our Wedding Party Photos and it was AMAZING! We just paid a sitting fee and were allowed to go roam where ever we wanted to, no one ever bothered us! Other people who were there were so awesome and respectful when we were taking photos around the gardens, even standing watching and applauding us! This was the perfect place for First Looks! =)
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Jessica Sent on 01/25/2016
5 out of 5 rating
Our wedding reception at Lauritzen Gardens was absolutely breathtaking. James was so helpful in making sure that everything looked perfect and answering any questions we had a long the way. Our guests loved being able to stroll through the conservatory. They also appreciated that tropical atmosphere while it was snowing outside! I would highly recommend Lauritzen as a wedding reception venue.
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Michelle Sent on 09/28/2010
5 out of 5 rating
They were wonderful!
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Melissa Sent on 07/02/2013
4.2 out of 5 rating
Was a beautiful venue but we didn't get a lot for our money. We were not notified when our original contact left the company. We were promised and planned our time frame around using a tram that would transport the whole wedding party to where we were taking photos, but due to construction couldn't use it, and we were given a 5 passenger golf cart in its place which required three trips each way. Jennifer was helpful in planning the flow of the reception and set up of the ceremony so that the construction on the main building didn't show in our ceremony photos
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User2203810 Sent on 06/30/2015
2.3 out of 5 rating
I loved the venue itself - the garden is so pretty and the pictures turned out amazing! The staff on the other hand was the worst to work with. Really turned me off to ever having another event there. The garden hired a new wedding coordinator and he is terrible!!! For as much experience as he says he has - he made so many mistakes... THAT if I would not corrected MYSELF I would have had to pay for... Think twice before having your event there...
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User993535 Sent on 10/28/2012
1.6 out of 5 rating
Horrible. They care more about their facility than your big day done your way and treat you as though you are an adolescent. So many rules, no flexibility. Find somewhere else if you want your wedding to be about you. Stephanie makes you worry every moment.
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Roger Sent on 06/16/2018
0.8 out of 5 rating
You'll notice a trend here...terrible staff and event planner support, more concern about the facility than your special day, and people lying to your face the day of the event to cover their backside. The beauty of the facility is not in question. The beauty of the people who work there, the event planners, and the management...absolutely in question and horrible to work with. They changed event planners on us three times over the course of the year leading up to the event. Those planners took very little notes, and therefore we had to reinvent the wheel with each one. Then, multiple things were changed on us from as far out as a month before the wedding to the week of to the day before to actually the day OF the wedding. Imagine coming to the Gardens four days before the wedding and being told the location you had planned on for over a year was NEVER an option for a wedding...even though all three event planners walked the location with us as we described what we hoped for. DO NOT hold your wedding here...there are many beautiful places in Omaha, and they will do a much better job of making you feel important.
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Lauritzen Gardens frequently asked questions

The space offered by Lauritzen Gardens for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Garden
  • Park
Lauritzen Gardens offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Lauritzen Gardens offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Lauritzen Gardens offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Catering Services
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Wifi
Lauritzen Gardens is recommended by 68% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 3.4 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 3.5 in quality of service, 3.5 in average response time, 3.4 in professionalism, 3.4 in value and 3.2 in flexibility.
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