Valentine’s Day is the perfect time to celebrate love in all its beautiful forms—and at DSBG, love is always in the air! In 2024, we had the honor of hosting nearly 60 weddings, and we can’t wait to kick off another year filled with unforgettable moments and stunning celebrations. Our Private Events team is already gearing up for an exciting 2025, with even more incredible weddings on the horizon. Keep reading to find out what we have in store for couples tying the knot this year!
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So Many Magical Spaces
There are few moments in life as magical as your wedding day—and at Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden, we believe that magic should happen in a place as beautiful and unique as your love story. Picture saying “I do” surrounded by lush greenery, vibrant blooms and the soft, peaceful sounds of nature. Then walk out underneath the glow of sparklers held by your friends and family, every part of your wedding surrounded by serenity and joy. Guests will have the chance to explore the gardens, sip cocktails while taking in the view and celebrate your love in a setting that feels like a dream come true.
And speaking of the view—how about a sunset reception on the Four Seasons Lawn? As the sun dips below the horizon casting warm golden hues across the garden, you’ll enjoy an evening of dancing, laughter and love in one of the most breathtaking settings around. The serene atmosphere of the garden paired with the gorgeous sunset makes for an unforgettable reception experience that will leave you and your guests talking about the magic of your day for years to come.
Whether you’re dreaming of an intimate ceremony in our Fountain Garden or a grand celebration on the Four Seasons Lawn, Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden is the perfect place to make your wedding dreams come true.
There are so many beautiful spaces on our 30 acres that provide a stunning backdrop for your big day. Explore DSBG and all its natural wonder:
The White Garden
The elegance of the White Garden makes it our most popular choice among couples for wedding ceremonies. It also makes a great space for proposals, receptions, cocktail hours and parties. The White Garden is surrounded by a leafy hedge (the perfect backdrop to say “I do!”) and is adorned in white flora in the warm months and silvery and deep green foliage throughout the year. With a capacity for 200 guests, you can make your White Garden wedding as grand or intimate as you’d like. Worried about weather? Tents may also be used in the White Garden, making it an enchanting space year round.
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White Garden Renovation Update
We’re excited to unveil a breathtaking new redesign of our stunning White Garden pergola later this spring that makes wedding ceremonies even more magical. Built with timeless beauty and modern sophistication, the pergola blends in seamlessly with the natural surroundings, offering a picturesque settings year-round. Its intricate cedar design creates the perfect frame for wedding photos, where each moment is amplified by the lush landscaping and stunning florals that mark a Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden wedding.
Crape Myrtle Grove
The Crape Myrtle Grove overlooks the spectacular Canal Garden, making it the perfect space for cocktail hours or receptions of any size. It’s one of our most spacious gardens, with plenty of room for cocktail tables and outdoor bars.
Four Seasons Garden
As our largest garden, Four Seasons can host it all. It’s the perfect option for a dinner, ceremony or reception under the stars or setting sun. You’ll have no problem fitting your guest list with its 500 person capacity, option to add tents for dancing and dinner and plenty of space for a full reception, including a dance floor and DJ to keep the party going all night!
Williamson Conservatory
If you’re torn between a tropical getaway wedding vs. a local celebration that won’t limit your guest list, the Williamson Conservatory presents the perfect solution. Treat your guests to an experience of a lifetime surrounded by lush tropical plants. The conservatory and outdoor seating terrace make a breathtaking option for weddings of 100 guests or fewer, parties, photoshoots, proposals and more. Its warm temperatures also make it a year-round option!
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The Great Hall
Want to enjoy the beauty of the Garden but bring it inside for dinner? The Great Hall provides a classic ballroom feel for formal events. This beautiful space is the perfect setting for a full reception, cocktail hour or dance floor, fitting 250 guests standing and 200 guests seated.
Our magical wedding spaces book quickly, but we still have two weekends in June available for 2025:
- June 20-22
- June 27-29
These weekends are the perfect opportunity to take full advantage of the garden’s beauty: vibrant flowers, perfect weather and an atmosphere full of romance. Whether you’re planning a peaceful ceremony or an all-out celebration, these dates offer everything you need for an unforgettable wedding.
The sky is the limit with our custom wedding packages. We have options for daytime or evening weddings, premier weddings with exclusive access the the entire Garden, 3-500 guests, intimate weddings and usage of any of the above gardens. Learn more about wedding packages here.
Ready to say “I do” in one of the Carolina’s most beautiful outdoor spaces? Start your planning here:
More Than Just Weddings
Looking for the perfect backdrop to your proposal? The Garden’s breathtaking views make the perfect backdrop for your most cherished memories. Stunning florals and plant life enhance the photos of you and your fiancé having that “I said yes!” moment.
You can also take away some of the stress and pressure of planning the perfect moment with an engagement package, including setup with flowers and “Will You Marry Me” backdrop, entrance to the Garden for you and your party, access to a dressing room, assistance from the DSBG Event Coordinator and the option to add champagne and charcuterie. It’s the best day of your life – let us handle the details so you can focus on your big moment.
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From all of us at Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden, Happy Valentine’s Day! Whether you get married or engaged at DSBG or simply enjoy a sweet date strolling through the blooms, there are few places more romantic. We’d love to hear all about your DSBG love story! If you got married or engaged at DSBG, we encourage you to share your story by emailing brug@dsbg.org.
