The Butchart Gardens – Victoria, Canada

Say “I do”

Walk down the flagstone path on your way to say “I do”, enveloped by flowering cherries and witch hazels, beds of daffodils and tulips. A romantic locale for your big day, our Spring Prelude Indoor Garden plays host to intimate gatherings from January 16 – March 19, 2023.

Intimate ceremonies of 60 or fewer, including the wedding couple. Dates are subject to availability.

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Wedding Planning Guide

Ceremony Package

$850–$1850

What it includes:
Stand-up ceremony (10-60 people)
Exclusive use of the Spring Prelude Indoor Garden for 2 hours, from 4:00 PM
Your choice of one of two ceremony locations within the Spring Prelude Indoor Garden
Wedding photography location: Spring Prelude Indoor Garden
Use of the wedding party prep area for up to one hour before the ceremony
Parking for all guests

Ceremony & Reception Package

$1,950 + Food and Beverage

What it includes:
Stand-up ceremony and reception for 60 or fewer, including the wedding couple
Exclusive use of the Spring Prelude Indoor Garden from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Wedding photography locations: Spring Prelude Indoor Garden and outdoors
Use of the wedding party prep area before the ceremony
One-hour rehearsal for the wedding party
Parking for all guests

Ceremony & Dinner Package

$2,150 + Food and Beverage

What it includes:
The perfect setting for intimate ceremonies and champagne receptions, the Spring Prelude is bursting with colourful blossoms and warmth.
Stand-up ceremony and reception for 60 or fewer, including the wedding couple
Located in the Butchart family’s former home, The Dining Room is lined with windows, overlooking Jennie Butchart’s private garden.
Exclusive use of the Spring Prelude Indoor Garden from 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Sit-down dinner or reception in The Dining Room restaurant from 6:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Wedding photography locations: Spring Prelude Indoor Garden and outdoors
Use of the wedding party prep area before the ceremony
One-hour rehearsal for the wedding party
Custom printed menus, seating chart and place cards
Parking for all guests

Your wedding venues

Spring Prelude Indoor Garden
The perfect setting for intimate ceremonies and champagne receptions, the Spring Prelude is bursting with colourful blossoms and warmth.
The Dining Room
Located in the Butchart family’s former home, The Dining Room is lined with windows, overlooking Jennie Butchart’s private garden.

Your wedding keepsakes

Professional Photography

For more intimate ceremonies, we offer to assist you and your wedding photographer to capture your day in full colour.

We’ll walk you through The Gardens before your big day to scout locations, and a designated assistant will support you day-of for hassle-free photography from beginning to end.

Photography Location Rates

Spring Prelude Indoor Garden $650
Outdoor Gardens $650
Spring Prelude & Outdoor Gardens $1,000

What our newlyweds are saying

“If we had it to do all over again, we wouldn’t change a thing, our wedding was truly enchanting! Countless compliments from our guests, and countless memories for us!”

“The wedding was everything we had hoped and more! Everyone attending was blown away. Thank you so much for making our special day so amazing :)”

“Having our wedding at the Butchart Gardens made the best memories we could have ever had! Sarah and her team were so friendly and fun to work with, and accommodated our every whim.”

“We had to plan our wedding from Drumheller, AB. Sarah was in communication with us at every stage, and she managed the coordination with all of our outside vendors impeccably!”

“A special thank you and compliments to the chef, culinary and service staff—everything from the service to the presentation to the deliciousness! Every appetizer and entrée wasn’t just food, it was an experience!”

Planning Resources

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Weddings

Professional Photography

What our newlyweds are saying

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