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Weddings
From 10 to 125 guests
Ceremony/Reception
Outdoor/Indoor
Get Ready Rooms

Why couples loved this venue

  • Quality catering
  • Unique aesthetic style
  • Guests comfort
  • Amenities
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Crystal
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Recommended by 93% of couples

About this venue

The Paul J. Ciener Botanical Garden is a 7 acre space that provides a magnificent surrounding for bridal luncheons, rehearsal dinners, weddings and receptions, with 15 stunning gardens and a Carriage House.

Within the Carriage House, the Garden offers a Welcome Center, Garden Shop, 2 newly renovated bridal party get ready rooms and an elegant 2,400 square foot ballroom that opens onto the Patio Terrace.

The “Gregory M. Ciener Ballroom” features a dramatic, vaulted ceiling and a state-of-the art audio-visual system. The Ballroom accommodates 125 guests for dinner and dancing and up to 200 for other events.

Our 1,500 square foot Patio Terrace adjoins the Ballroom and allows your guests to flow out into the garden. Bluestone walks, rock walls, lush vines and seasonal containers make it the most photographed spot in the garden and a perfect space for an outdoor ceremony or cocktail party.

The caterer of your choice will appreciate our well-equipped Receiving Kitchen when serving your special event. With their own private entrance and parking your caterer will have easy access to insure a seamlessly catered event.

Features

Small team (2-10 members)

Experience

  • 15 years in business

  • We speak English

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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?

2,200

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

2,200

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?

$2,200

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

$2,200

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

Bridal Suite
Chairs
Parking
Set Up
Tables

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

10

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

1

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Banquet Hall
Garden

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
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
Wifi

What event items are available?

Altar/Arch
Audio Equipment
Chairs
Dance Floor
Tables
Tents

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

March
April
May
June
September
October
November
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
July
August

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Reviews of Paul J. Ciener Botanical Garden

Weddingwire
4.6/5 21 reviews
Google
4.7/5 831 reviews
Tonya
Tonya Sent on 05/29/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect Day!

We are forever grateful to the venue and staff for helping make our daughter's wedding magical. From the planning with Diana to the last dance of the evening her staff was there making sure our experience was amazing.
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Wendy Sent on 01/15/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful Venue

My daughter and her husband got married last year here- they chose it because of the gardens. Even though it was a very hot summer day, the coordinator at the venue was there doing all that was needed, they had experience with our caterers (Visions) and the location was perfect for our 75 person outdoor/patio wedding with a reception inside.
Crystal
Crystal Sent on 04/23/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Best place to get married!

My husband and I got married here April 2024. The venue was gorgeous, romantic and fun. The friendly were staff, and huge shout out to Event Coordinator Diana Day for making our wedding beautiful! Our guest love touring the garden during cocktail hour.
Charity
Charity Sent on 08/18/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful!!

Love this place so much! It holds a lot of meaning to me and it was very special to have been able to hold my wedding here!
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Julia Sent on 08/01/2018
5 out of 5 rating
Our experience with the gardens was absolutely amazing! (June 29, 2018) The space is breathtaking and Lynn was organized, responsive, super sweet, and very helpful on the day of!
I have so many good things to say but I think the best way to convey how wonderful this venue is, is to share my experience with you. When I first visited, I was in AWE of how gorgeous this place is. Then after speaking with Lynn who couldn't be sweeter and more caring about our wedding and also realizing how reasonable the price is compared to other venues in the area even though this place was so beautiful and perfect, we pretty much immediately knew this was it. There is so much charm to this venue. It's hard to take it all in unless you're there and given a chance to walk around, so go visit! Once you book, the communication line is open and they are there to answer any questions in a timely manner.
Our wedding was a fairytale – and that’s the word most of our guests chose when they raved about the wedding. It was just the most beautiful day! I’m not sure if people say this to all brides, but I cannot even tell you how many people have told me that our wedding was the most beautiful wedding they’ve ever been to. Thank you to everybody at Paul J Ciener Botanical Gardens!
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Sandi Sent on 09/30/2016
5 out of 5 rating
If you would like an amazing event choose this location! Such good help, service, and event space was perfect. Outdoor, and indoor facilities were perfect for our wedding. They were helpful, and made things work without a problem. Anna Marie helped us tremendously by answering our questions and giving us advice. Thank you for all you do!
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Aksana Sent on 10/14/2014
5 out of 5 rating
This turned out to be a perfect wedding venue! I first visited the Garden in January and loved it despite nothing blooming and no leaves. I said if I love it in January I will absolutely love it in September for my wedding. It is a hidden gem in the heart of Kernersville! The tropical garden and terrace are such gorgeous spaces to hold events and the ballroom is really accommodating as well. They have a lot of equipment available and spacious bridal suite and a place for groom and groomsmen to get ready. Kristen was a pleasure to work with making sure that all the vendors were on the same page.
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Sarah Sent on 07/08/2014
5 out of 5 rating
Paul Ciener Botanical Garden was the PERFECT location for my wedding reception! The gardens are so well maintained and the ballroom opens up to a gorgeous patio terrace that creates the perfect space for any occasion. Kristen did a great job helping coordinate all the vendors and ensuring everything went as planned on the big day. Highly recommended!
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Rebecca Sent on 05/05/2014
5 out of 5 rating
It was a beautiful venue and the people were great to work with!
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User1471592 Sent on 12/12/2013
5 out of 5 rating
This place is very beautiful, with lovely holiday decor and a huge real 13 foot decorated tree in the entry. They were very accommodating and had staff on site the entire event. They have great overhead projection capability.
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Paul J. Ciener Botanical Garden frequently asked questions

Paul J. Ciener Botanical Garden includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
The space offered by Paul J. Ciener Botanical Garden for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet Hall
  • Garden
Paul J. Ciener Botanical Garden offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Paul J. Ciener Botanical Garden offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Paul J. Ciener Botanical Garden offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Outside Vendors
  • Wifi
Paul J. Ciener Botanical Garden offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Altar/Arch
  • Audio Equipment
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Tables
  • Tents
Paul J. Ciener Botanical Garden is recommended by 93% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.6 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.8 in value, 4.7 in quality of service, 4.6 in flexibility, 4.6 in professionalism and 4.5 in average response time.
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