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Reception
$3,500 starting price
Ceremony
$750 starting price
Reception
$3,500 starting price
Ceremony
$750 starting price

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Norfolk Botanical Garden is a stunning garden wedding venue located in Norfolk, Virginia. This dynamic property boasts over 175 acres of both wild and cultivated gardens, providing an idyllic setting for any wedding event. Featuring 17,000 square feet of banquet space, couples can marry the serenity of natural beauty with the elegance of the interior to curate their perfect day.

Facilities and Capacity

Norfolk Botanical Garden gives couples and their guests access to over 60 themed gardens on site, with each offering a unique botanical perspective. This venue can accommodate everything from intimate gatherings of 20 guests to a wedding event of 200. An array of breathtaking indoor and outdoor event spaces are available to suit a variety of styles and needs. The Garden Auditorium provides an ideal space for an intimate indoor event. Featuring high ceilings and large windows, this event area offers seating for up to 80 guests in an elegant, light-filled reception. Baker Hall & Terrace feature vaulted ceilings and exposed wooden beams, exuding grace and opulence for your celebration. This sweeping event space overlooks the beautiful Perennial Garden and sparkling fountain, and can comfortably accommodate up to 125 seated guests. Your party can enjoy a sophisticated cocktail hour on the covered terrace before seamlessly transitioning to the elegant interior for a night to remember. The Rose Garden Hall & Gazebos are certainly the crown jewel within this lavish property. This opulent banquet hall allows guests to experience the best of both the surrounding natural beauty and interior elegance that Norfolk Botanical Garden has to offer.

Services Offered

Norfolk Botanical Garden works with a range of exclusive vendors to ensure that your day is unparalleled. They provide a selection of hand-picked caterers, entertainment, and lighting companies to complete your special day. The venue is also happy to recommend a variety of additional vendors for your convenience. Rental of select venues within Norfolk Botanical Garden includes a dedicated catering kitchen, portable bar area, podiums, microphones, tables and chairs, and more. Couples can also use the on-site get-ready rooms, parking, WiFi, and many event rentals to add those final touches to an incredible day.

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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?

3,500.00

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

3,500

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?

$750

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

$750

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Chairs
Parking

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

3

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Garden
Museum
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?

Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What event items are available?

Altar/Arch
Chairs
Tables

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Shuttle
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

January
February
March
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May
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Reviews of Norfolk Botanical Garden

4.4 out of 5 rating
4.4 out of 5 rating
107 Reviews
89% recommend it
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    4.5 out of 5 rating
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  • Professionalism
    4.6 out of 5 rating
  • Value
    4.4 out of 5 rating
  • Flexibility
    4.2 out of 5 rating
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The Norfolk Botanical Garden is highly recommended for weddings due to its breathtaking natural beauty and exceptional service. The venue offers a variety of stunning locations within the garden for ceremonies and receptions. The staff is praised for their helpfulness, responsiveness, and attention to detail throughout the planning process. Guests were in awe of the atmosphere and the meticulously manicured gardens, making the wedding day a truly remarkable and memorable experience.

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The Norfolk Botanical Garden is highly recommended for weddings due to its breathtaking natural beauty and exceptional service. The venue offers a variety of stunning locations within the garden for ceremonies and receptions. The staff is praised for their helpfulness, responsiveness, and attention to detail throughout the planning process. Guests were in awe of the atmosphere and the meticulously manicured gardens, making the wedding day a truly remarkable and memorable experience.

Weddingwire
4.4/5 107 reviews
Google
4.8/5 7710 reviews
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Holly G. Sent on 10/27/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely beautiful & incredible!

My husband and I have been longtime members of the Garden, so when it was time for us to choose a venue there wasn’t a doubt in our mind where we would want to get married. I emailed the weddings department and within minutes I had a response answering all my questions and to schedule a venue tour. We were greeted by the lovely Giada and she gave us a wonderful tour of our options of where the ceremony could take place, as well as more to know about the English Lavender package we chose! Lena was so helpful and kind during our final detail appointment, even giving us a special ride on the golf cart to the ceremony site and we were so appreciative! Wedding day, the moment I stepped out of the car I was greeted by Chloe on a golf, she was so prepared and had me hidden in the trees within minutes!! All of the ladies I spoke with were absolutely incredible in every single email, and even more so the day of. I am so happy we chose NBG, now we can go back to visit our ceremony site whenever we would like. Thank you SO much to Lena, Chloe and Giada and any of you special ladies I didn’t mention by name.
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Jennifer M. Sent on 10/05/2023
5 out of 5 rating

September 30, 2023 Wedding at NBG

Our wedding at the Norfolk Botanical Garden was an absolute dream come true and it's all thanks to this breathtaking venue at the Butterfly Garden and Baker Hall. This is where my then fiancé and now husband proposed. Proposal happened during a Christmas Light display at NBG. We decided we had to have our wedding there. We were captivated by the natural beauty that surrounded us. And our guests were able to visit the butterfly house.

The Norfolk Botanical Garden served as the perfect backdrop for our special day. The meticulously manicured gardens, vibrant blooms created a picturesque setting that felt like something out of a fairy tale. Our guests were in awe of the atmosphere, and we were constantly showered with compliments about the venue.

What truly sets this venue apart, though, is the impeccable service and attention to detail. The staff at the Norfolk Botanical Garden went above and beyond to make sure our wedding day went off without a hitch. They were accommodating, responsive, and incredibly helpful throughout the planning process, ensuring that every aspect of our celebration was flawless.

The versatility of this venue is also worth noting. They offer a variety of stunning locations within the garden to suit your style and guest list.

Our wedding day at the Norfolk Botanical Garden was a day filled with beauty, love, and cherished memories. If you're looking for a venue that combines natural splendor with exceptional service, I wholeheartedly recommend this hidden gem. Our hearts are forever grateful to the Norfolk Botanical Garden for making our wedding day truly remarkable.
Sandy
Sandy S. Sent on 06/28/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Quality and Beautiful

Our wedding day was a beautiful experience at Baker’s Overlook in NBG. The package included the opportunity to take photos within many areas of the garden and our wedding host for the day ensured everything went smoothly.
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Awards

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Real Weddings

Cameron & Reena
30 photos · 04/01/2023
Carly & Grant
30 photos · 06/04/2022
Christina & Kevin
32 photos · 01/22/2022
Imani & Andrew
19 photos · 09/04/2021
Ariel & David
62 photos · 06/15/2019

Professional Network & Endorsements

11 Endorsements
Catering Concepts,Inc Catering Concepts,Inc Wedding Caterers

Norfolk Botanical Gardens are a great backdrop for your Bridal portraits, wedding ceremonies, and Receptions. Catering Concepts has been doing events here since 1993. Susan Byrne Catering Concepts

Molly Lichten Photography Molly Lichten Photography Wedding Photographers

The Norfolk Botanical Garden is easily one of the prettiest wedding venues in Virginia. The grounds are not only gorgeous and unique, but also beautiful year-round, which makes the Gardens perfect for weddings and receptions no matter the season! The coordination team is wonderful, and their highly dedicated and professional staff really care about service and quality. All-in-all, whether you are planning an intimate elopement or extravagant wedding affair, I cannot say enough wonderful things about the Norfolk Botanical Garden and the photographic merits of this beautiful venue!

Rev. Cory Newell and Associates Rev. Cory Newell and Associates Wedding Officiants

I love working with NBG! The venue is naturally magical because its beauty is paramount. The team that orchestrates these weddings at NBG are stellar and focused on ensuring the best event possible. The neatest thing, I believe is that these pictures are some of the best pictures I've ever seen! Natural beauty perfected and led by a wonderful team of professionals. Consider this venue! :)

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