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A Natural Choice for Your Special Event
Centrally located in the heart of breathtaking Papago Park the Desert Botanical Garden is a naturally beautiful setting for your special event. Our wide selection of venues accommodate any type of event from weddings and corporate retreats to family reunions and grand celebrations.
Visit the Garden today to receive complimentary admission for self-guided tours of our spectacular venues, or contact us in advance to schedule a private visit with one of our special event coordinators.
Every unforgettable event at the Garden includes:
- On-site coordination, assistance and advice to help accommodate any budget and vision
- Customized menus from our list of trusted caterers and the Garden’s beverage service
- Unique and memorable venues for every occasion, from intimate gatherings for five to a grand celebration of 500
- Morning, afternoon and evening availability all year long
- Venue rental for five hours with the option to add additional event hours
- Conference room rental options
- Recommended outside vendors for music, photography, florists and more
- Bartending options and services
For more information, please contact us or browse through our online resources:
- Event Information and Pricing Packet
- Availability Request Form
- Venues
- Wedding and Event FAQ
- Garden Wedding 10.10.10
Weddings
Voted Best Outdoor Reception Site, Arizona Bride Magazine, 2010 & 2006
Voted one of Modern Bride’s Perfect Places to Say “I Do”, 2009
In the Garden, nothing blooms as beautifully as love. Whether your guest list is large or small, choose from perfectly matched indoor and outdoor locations for your special day. We offer exquisite settings for daytime or sunset ceremonies and/or receptions for weddings of 10-300 people.
Social Events
The spectacular surroundings of Desert Botanical Garden are the perfect complement to social events. The Garden would be honored to host your next bridal shower, birthday party, rehearsal dinner, baby showers memorial services and more.
Corporate Events
Picture your next business meeting or conference in our unique conference rooms, halls or auditorium. Your group will enjoy team-building activities, breakout sessions and dining set amid our exotic collection of desert flora.
We look forward to working with you to make your event both personal and memorable.
Questions? Contact one of our event coordinators.
Wedding/Social/Non-Profit Events
Debbie Weisz
P 480 481.8159 | F 480 481.8139 | dweisz@dbg.org
Corporate Events
Emi Koeckhoven
P 480 481.8104 | F 480 481.8139 | ekoeckhoven@dbg.org





