The Butchart Gardens
Weddings only run in the winter season, indoors in the Spring Prelude garden, for up to 60 including the two of you. The dinner package adds exclusive use of The Dining Room until 11 p.m.
All-inclusive. Includes catering and bar. Doesn’t include tables & chairs and coordinator.
The music
Music and bar wrap by 11 p.m. The dinner package includes exclusive use of the dining room restaurant from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m.
The room
Up to 60 guests. Maximum of 60 guests for the reception and dinner packages.
Getting there
22 km from downtown Victoria — book a shuttle for guests.
The money
The 2023 winter guide (valid January 16 – March 19) listed an exclusive indoor-garden ceremony and reception at $1,950 plus food and beverage, or $2,150 plus food and beverage with a dinner in the dining room. Garden admission is included. Peak-season pricing is not in that guide. Ask the venue for a current quote.
The setting
Gardens in Saanich Peninsula, Victoria.
Catering
In-house only.
Bar
No outside alcohol is allowed on the premises; the Gardens' restaurants serve it.
Season
Mid-January to mid-March only.
Rain plan
Held indoors in the Spring Prelude garden.
Where it is
800 Benvenuto Ave, Brentwood Bay, BC
Fisgard Lighthouse
18 km away. Pair with Hatley Castle — they’re five minutes apart.
Fan Tan Alley
20 km away. Morning light, no crowds — perfect for the wedding party getting ready shots.
Inner Harbour Causeway
21 km away. After 9 p.m. the legislature’s 3,000 bulbs make an easy night portrait.
Price checked for the 2023 season. Prices change by season, so confirm with the venue. Report a change →
Sources: venue website, venue rate sheet (PDF)