RENTAL POLICY
Kanapaha Botanical Gardens does not permit "walk-ins" for special occasions, including but not limited to elopements, wedding ceremonies, celebrations of life, small gatherings, etc. All such occasions are required to book a rental reservation (5 hour minimum required) with the Garden’s Rental Coordinator. Please note that guests will be escorted off property for any unsanctioned event and no refunds will be given for paid admission.
Gainesville Wedding Venue
Kanapaha's visitors center, Summer House and our 68-acre garden facility has both indoor and outdoor spaces making it a perfect location for weddings, parties or other social functions. The rental fee includes chairs and tables (inside) and chairs (outside) arranged to your specifications. Also included in your rental fee is access to the gardens for a ceremony rehearsal. Because ceremony rehearsals generally take place on Friday, please note that we close at 5:00 pm on Fridays. The rental fee also waives the regular cost of admission for up to 100 guests (maximum allowable capacity).
Please send an email below to inquire about a rental or schedule a tour to view the facilities. Please do not drop by without scheduling an appointment in advance.
Rental Coordinator: Mischella Proebsting
email: kanapahagardens@gmail.com
phone number: 352-372-4981 ext 101
Office hours: Monday, Tuesday, Friday: 9am - 1pm Wednesday: 9am-12pm Thursday: closed
Pricing - 100 Guest Maximum
Security
A minimum of one Security Officer is required for all evening events with the rental extending after 5:00 PM. Officers will be secured by Kanapaha Botanical Gardens at $100.00 per hour, plus tax (minimum of three hours required). The security fees will be included in the renter’s Facilities Reservation Form. If Kanapha is unable to schedule an officer for the date of the event then the renter will receive a full reimbursement of the security fee.
Birthday Party / Baby Shower Pricing
for groups of 30 or less
For small parties Kanapaha Botanical Gardens offers a 3-hour minimum party rental package at $400 + tax, plus a $225 refundable damage deposit. The rental includes a standard set up of tables and chairs in the Conference Room at a maximum of 30 guests. The earliest rental time may start at noon with the option to rent for only 1 additional hour at $125 + tax. Reservations can only be made in the Conference Room and within 3 months of your rental date with a $100 non-refundable deposit to secure your reservation. Only available during our regular business hours. This rental package is not available for Celebration of Life/Memorial Services, Weddings and/or Elopements.
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rental guidelines subject to change at any time.