The Complete Guide to Garden Rentals
There's nothing quite like a garden. From municipal botanical gardens to healthy community gardens to spacious backyards, the natural light and fresh air of a beautiful garden can elevate any event. Throw in garden features like mature trees, fresh fruits, and water features, and you have everything you need for special occasions such as weddings, baby showers, and even corporate events, as well as private events like a photo shoot or film shoot.
If the weather cooperates, garden plots can be amazing places for any event. And Giggster can help you find garden venues that let you bring your own unique vibe to the great outdoors. We can help find the perfect garden area wherever you are and whatever kind of event you are planning. With thousands of unique listings to fit every budget, your perfect location is just a couple of clicks away.
Incredible Locations with Gardens Curated by Giggster
Giggster provides an ideal way to find the perfect space for any event. Whether you're looking for an intimate garden for a wedding ceremony, an ancient garden with brick walls and iron gates as a film location, or a beautiful manicured Japanese garden for taking photos and finding serenity, we can help.
Beautiful gardens like Raines Law Room at the William can turn any event into a beautiful experience.
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Soak up the atmosphere in a beautiful English garden. Great for romantic events like weddings, engagement parties, or wedding vow renewals, the right garden helps you celebrate love surrounded by nature.
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Enjoy incredible views from a rooftop garden. Often found in the center of the city, these gardens can be beautiful oases for your private events.
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Celebrate under the stars with a birthday party in a contemporary garden area. Decorated with string lights and often with amenities like barbecues or even a pool, a garden can be the perfect place for a memorable party.
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Embrace nature by hosting a wellness retreat or corporate event in a beautiful botanical garden or Japanese garden. These outdoor areas are ideal for most events and will bring you an incredible sense of peace and renewal.
Sensational Garden Spaces Starting at Just $17/hour
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Exceptional Variety & Quality: Giggster's 9910 gardens mean you can find something perfect for just about any event. We carefully curate the listings we feature to make sure that you can find an excellent garden to enjoy the great outdoors.
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Hassle-Free Booking: Giggster makes finding the garden of your dreams easier than ever. You can browse for listings in your area or in any city you want to visit, search by price (with options as low as $17/hour), look for keywords, and communicate directly with hosts on the details.
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24-Hour Free Cancellation Policy: For maximum flexibility, Giggster allows you to cancel a booking within the first 24 hours of making it. As long as there are more than 48 hours to go before your event starts, you can cancel without any extra charges.
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Platform Protections: Protect yourself against the unforeseen. With Giggster, you can add on optional coverage against cancellation or accidental damage, so you can focus on inviting your family, friends, and other guests to your wonderful garden event.
The Best Events for a Garden Venue
Gardens make versatile venues for just about any kind of event. No matter what you have planned, you can enjoy the sunshine with a special day in an outdoor venue.
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Enchanting Weddings – Celebrate Love Outdoors. The right garden can make an incredible venue for weddings or romantic occasions. Blooming flowers, singing birds, and sunshine elevate just about any ceremony and turn it into something truly special.
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Bridal Showers – Enjoy an Outdoor Tea Party. Surrounded by beautiful plants, you and your friends can have an incredible bridal shower. Ideal for spring or summer celebrations, a quiet garden can be the perfect place to celebrate.
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Wellness Retreats – Get in Touch With Nature. There's something so grounding about a garden. Get in touch with the earth on your next wellness retreat and soak up the healing beauty of a lush outdoor environment.
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Outdoor Dinners – From Garden to Table. A garden is an ideal place to have a dinner, especially if you are showcasing fresh produce. You could even use vegetables direct from the garden itself, depending on the season.
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Creative Photo Shoots and Film Projects – Versatile Outdoor Space. Natural light is great for filming, and the right garden can help you get plenty of that. Take advantage of community garden plots and private backyards like Raines Law Room at the William to capture beautiful photos and footage.
Top Features to Look for in a Garden Venue
Your needs will differ depending on the kind of event you are hosting. However, there are some features you should look for in a garden to make sure every event goes without a hitch.
Look for versatility. Gardens can host a variety of events, and their versatility is part of their appeal. Look for gardens that have plenty of room to spread out, and a variety of areas where you can do different things, including some covered or indoor areas in case the weather doesn't cooperate.
Keep things sustainable. Holding a garden event is all about celebrating nature, so think about the sustainability of your event to keep things beautiful and pristine. Solar lighting, compostable tableware, and locally sourced food are all great ways to have an ethical garden celebration.
Think about privacy. Ideally, you'll have the place all to yourself. Tall fences make good neighbors, so look for a garden where you can have a private celebration without feeling like you're on display.
Pros and Cons of Events in Garden Locations
Garden venues office serenity, versatility, and the opportunity to enjoy nature. But whether a garden is right for your next event depends on what you're planning to do. Consider these pros and cons of a garden venue for your next event.
Advantages
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Gardens provide serenity and natural beauty you won't find anywhere else. If you love nature, there's nothing quite like having an event outdoors in the sunshine.
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The open space of a garden makes it very versatile for a variety of different events. Add structures like a pergola to protect you from inclement weather.
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Gardens make incredible places for photos. Natural light, blooming flowers, and sunshine mean you'll be able to capture your event in beautiful color.
Disadvantages
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The weather can have a big effect on an outdoor event. Try to find gardens that offer some indoor space in case the weather changes.
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Outdoor venues do nothing to keep the noise inside, so if you're planning a wild party, either have it indoors or make sure that your garden is well away from anyone who might be disturbed.
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Being in nature goes hand-in-hand with issues like bugs, including mosquitoes, bees, and ants. Talk to the garden owner about what you can do to avoid these nuisances.
How to Plan a Successful Garden Event
Planning an event in a garden doesn't have to be difficult. Use the Giggster app to find a site for your celebration, and don't forget these important aspects.
Plan For the Weather – You want your garden event to be bathed in sunshine, but you can't always count on that. Look for garden venues that also have an indoor area, or rent tents and canopies so you can get out of the weather if you need to.
Plan Your Layout – The versatile open space of the garden means you can do a lot, but you need to think about your seating arrangements. Plan the layout beforehand so that you can create the best possible atmosphere.
Remember Lighting and Sound Equipment – If your party goes late, you'll need to light your venue. If the garden doesn't already come with lighting, think about the kind of atmosphere you want to create. The same goes for a sound system if you intend to have music.
Don't Forget About Parking – If your guests are driving to the venue, you need to make sure they have enough parking. You may even want to consider putting on transportation like a bus to make sure everyone can get there easily.
How to Save Money on a Garden Rental
Giggster can help you find an affordable garden for an incredible function, with places starting at just $17/hour. Here are some other ways you can keep costs down:
Can you make DIY decorations?
Many gardens are beautiful enough to stand on their merits, and only need limited decoration. Making DIY decor can save you a lot of money.
Host a daytime event.
Enjoy the beautiful sunshine and keep costs down by hosting your event in daylight hours. That way, you won't need to spend money on lighting.
Save money on food.
Gardens are perfect for a picnic or buffet theme. These options are often cheaper than a plated dinner, where a lot of food can be wasted and you have to pay serving staff.
Organize Your Garden Event with Giggster
The versatility and serenity of a garden makes it a perfect choice for almost any event. Use the Giggster app to help you find an idyllic garden and start planning an unforgettable occasion.
