The Space
Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden is a lush, scenic wedding venue in Richmond, Virginia, with over 50 acres of gardens supplying couples’ special day with an abundance of natural beauty. The garden pairs beautiful outdoor ceremony spaces with distinctive reception venues, from a historic house overlooking Lakeside Lake to an elegant visitors center, giving couples a genuinely picturesque, versatile setting. With its seasonal blooms and manicured gardens, Lewis Ginter offers couples a serene, garden-filled celebration. That combination of 50-plus acres of gardens, lakeside settings, and elegant reception venues makes Lewis Ginter a distinctive Richmond choice. For couples who want a lush, scenic garden wedding with lakeside views and elegant reception spaces in Richmond, Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden is a memorable and beautiful choice.
Capacity & Layout
Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden features three outdoor reception venues, each paired with a ceremonial garden, giving couples a scenic, all-in-one setting. From April through October, the garden pairs its reception venues with beautiful outdoor garden ceremony spaces, while in winter, receptions are paired with lovely indoor facilities for the ceremony. The Bloemendaal House is a historic landmark providing views of Lakeside Lake, with the first floor pairing perfectly with a tent for an evening of dancing, while an evening reception in the Robins Visitors Center is a dramatic affair, its formal dining rooms creating an elegant space. Elopements are available for small, semi-private outdoor ceremonies under 25 guests. That layout lets couples exchange vows in a ceremonial garden, then celebrate at the Bloemendaal House or Robins Visitors Center, giving the day a natural flow with a genuine weather plan. That combination of three reception venues, garden ceremony spaces, and lakeside settings suits weddings of many sizes, keeping the celebration scenic and connected from the ceremony through the reception in Richmond.
Amenities
Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden pairs its scenic setting with genuinely flexible, well-supported amenities. The garden offers three distinct reception venues, each paired with a ceremonial garden, giving couples real choice, and its generous rental includes event time to enjoy the lush 50-plus-acre grounds. The seasonal blooms, the manicured gardens, the Lakeside Lake views from the Bloemendaal House, and the elegant Robins Visitors Center give photographers a lush, beautiful range of backdrops that need little added decor. For the entertainment, the enclosed Robins Visitors Center and the tented Bloemendaal House give a wedding DJ solid structure to build sound and lighting into, so the reception fills the space and the dance floor stays lively amid the gardens of a scenic Richmond botanical garden.
Location & Getting There
Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden sits in Richmond, Virginia, on over 50 acres of gardens. That location is a genuine advantage for a wedding weekend, since guests coming from Richmond and the surrounding area have a short drive, and Richmond International Airport is convenient for anyone flying in, while nearby Richmond offers abundant hotels, restaurants, and attractions for out-of-town guests. The location keeps everything convenient and easy to plan around. Yet the garden’s 50-plus acres, seasonal blooms, and lakeside settings give the celebration a lush, scenic feel once you arrive. That combination of a beautiful botanical garden with a convenient Richmond location is a big part of what draws couples to Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden.
Why Couples Book Dow Oak Here
You only get one reception at this venue, so it should be run by a team that already knows how to make a room like it work:
- We have actually performed at this venue, so we plan for its sound, layout, and flow instead of guessing on your night
- One team for your DJ and MC, photo booth, and custom lighting, on a single plan and one contract
- Backup DJs scheduled and on call, with your full plan shared across our team
- An online planning portal plus a planning call before the day
- More than 3,000 five-star reviews on The Knot, WeddingWire, and Google
- Transparent pricing with no hidden fees, and just $400 reserves your date
Wedding DJ FAQ
Have you performed at this venue before?
Yes. Every venue in our directory is one we have actually worked, so we already know how to set up, light, and run the room for a wedding, from ceremony sound to the last dance.
How much is a wedding DJ?
Our wedding DJ packages start at $1,500, and just $400 reserves your date. Your final price depends on add-ons like a photo booth, uplighting, or ceremony sound.
Do you provide lighting and a photo booth too?
Yes. One team handles your DJ and MC, color-matched uplighting, and a modern photo booth on a single plan.
What happens if our DJ has an emergency?
We always have trained backup DJs scheduled and on call, with your full plan shared across our team, so someone can step in seamlessly.
How do we book you?
Check your date using the form on this page. We confirm availability, send your pricing, and a $400 deposit reserves your date.
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