Weddings

RENTAL LOCATION

Ceremonies can be held in the following locations:
• The Cloister Garden  • The Blue Pool Garden  •  The West Portico

Ceremony Rental Fees
• $2,500 for a 1-hour rental
• $5,000 for a 2-hour rental
This fee covers up to 60 guests. If your guest list (including vendors) exceeds this number, please inquire for further details, as additional charges may apply.
• $500 for photography for up to 8 people inside the historic mansion. (Please note, this does not include the price for photos taken outdoors. Please see section regarding photography permit below)
• A $1,500 security deposit is required with a facility rental.

Ceremony Information
• Ceremonies are to be scheduled after 5pm following the official closure of the park. Please be aware that other visitors and parties may still be present on the grounds during this time.
• Dates can only be confirmed upon receipt of a nonrefundable deposit, which is equivalent to 50% of the total rental cost.
• A rental agreement is required for all facility rentals.
• A certificate of insurance is required listing Planting Fields Foundation as additional Insured. All vendors are also required to provide a certificate of insurance

Photography
The cost of the ceremony does not include the permit required by New York State Parks for photography on the grounds. A separate photography permit must be obtained from New York State Parks for any photos taken on the grounds of Planting Fields. The cost of the permit is $250. Click here to learn more. For questions, please call 516.922.8605 or email PFA@parks.ny.gov.

Rain Dates
Planting Fields does not offer rain dates in the event of inclement weather. In the case of rain, parties may utilize the West Portico as an alternative to the gardens. The Main House is not available for ceremonies in the event of inclement weather.

Set-Up and Decor
• Planting Fields Foundation can set up 60 chairs. Please inquire further if more chairs are needed.
• A staff member will be present to supervise the event and ensure that the historic site is protected.
• At the end of the ceremony all decorative items will be removed from the premises.
• No balloons, confetti, flower petals, rice, birds or other animals may be brought to the grounds.

Other Information
• Restrooms are available near the Main Greenhouse.
• Food, beverages, alcohol, and smoking of any kind are strictly prohibited.
• The use of candles (or any open flames), smoke machines, loud music, and similar items is strictly prohibited.
• Please note that all ceremony guests and bridal party members must walk to the ceremony location from the main parking lot, as vehicles do not have an accessible path to drive directly to the site. No limos or private vehicles will be allowed to access the parking lot at the Main House.