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Reception
$7,000 starting price
Ceremony
$7,000 starting price
Reception
$4,500 starting price
Ceremony
$4,500 starting price
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Nestled by blossoming blooms and an enchanting atmosphere, Ruth Bancroft Garden is a one-of-a-kind wedding venue located in Walnut Creek, California. Ideal for couples who adore the outdoors, this botanical venue boasts natural beauty around every corner. This destination can grant your every wish with picturesque spaces, streamlined services, and more.

Facilities and Capacity

The Ruth Bancroft Garden offers indoor and outdoor venues for your engagement party, wedding shower, rehearsal dinner, elopement, ceremony, or reception. The garden is a colorful space with an array of floral features, from waving trees to round cacti. This garden also includes a small pond with multiple rocks and a smooth stone edge. You and your partner may also say "I do" under the charming gazebo or dance with all your loved ones in the modern barn. This stylish barn consists of polished floors, white walls, and circular lighting. Furthermore, the estate will provide you, your partner, and your party members with a contemporary-chic dressing room.

Services Offered

The management team at Ruth Bancroft Garden hopes to make your event as memorable as can be. Thus, they provide several services, such as setup, cleanup, and event rentals, so your day can look and feel flawless. These items may vary between dinner tables and bright lighting. These wedding professionals will also be honored to work with your outside vendors, including food trucks, to ensure every inch of your day reflects your personality and love story. For a private tour or additional information about this scenic property, contact the venue's dedicated team today.

Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$7,000

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$4,500

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$7,000

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$4,500

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Clean Up
Parking
Set Up
Tables

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

10

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

3

Describe your venue:

Garden

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What event items are available?

Altar/Arch
Dance Floor
Lighting
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Glassware

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

April
May
June

What months are included in your off-peak season?

February
March
July
August
September
October
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Ruth Bancroft Garden and Nursery is highly recommended by multiple reviewers for weddings and events. The venue is praised for its natural beauty and flexible options for indoor and outdoor ceremonies. The staff, including Tawny Bourque, Mary Maxwell, Julia, and the high school interns, receive positive feedback for their attentiveness, professionalism, and helpfulness throughout the planning process and on the day of the event. Reviewers appreciate the convenient amenities and reasonable policies of the venue. Overall, the Ruth Bancroft Garden and Nursery is described as a magical and beautiful setting that exceeded expectations for weddings.

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This AI-generated summary gives you a snapshot of the overall ratings and feedback from the reviews this vendor has received.

Ruth Bancroft Garden and Nursery is highly recommended by multiple reviewers for weddings and events. The venue is praised for its natural beauty and flexible options for indoor and outdoor ceremonies. The staff, including Tawny Bourque, Mary Maxwell, Julia, and the high school interns, receive positive feedback for their attentiveness, professionalism, and helpfulness throughout the planning process and on the day of the event. Reviewers appreciate the convenient amenities and reasonable policies of the venue. Overall, the Ruth Bancroft Garden and Nursery is described as a magical and beautiful setting that exceeded expectations for weddings.

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Tochi U. Sent on 09/16/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect Venue for Plant Lovers

Our wedding at Ruth Bancroft Garden and Nursery was nothing short of a dream come true. From the moment we set foot on the property, we knew we had found a perfect place to celebrate our special day.

The natural beauty of the venue took our breath away. The wildly beautiful and well- manicured gardens, the elegant modern architecture for our reception and the scenic views provided the ideal backdrop for our ceremony.

Tawny Bourque, Mary Maxwell and staff at Ruth Bancroft Garden and Nursery went above and beyond to make our day flawless. From the initial planning staging to the big day itself, they were incredibly attentive, professional, and accommodating. They listened to our every request and made sure every detail was executed to perfection.

One of the standout features of the Ruth Bancroft Garden and Nursery was the flexibility it offered. Whether we wanted an intimate indoor ceremony or an outdoor celebration under the stars, the venue could accommodate our every wish. And the attention to detail in setting up our chosen space was remarkable.

We also appreciated the convenient amenities Ruth Bancroft Garden and Nursery offered, from the upstairs space to use to get ready to the beautiful cocktail hour area. Everything was designed with the comfort and enjoyment of our guests in mind.

Our wedding day was filled with love, laughter, and cherished memories, and we owe a significant part of that to Ruth Bancroft Garden and Nursery. It's not just a place; its a magical setting where dreams are brought to life. We will forever be grateful for the incredible team that made our day so special.

If you're searching for a wedding venue that combines natural beauty, exceptional service and a touch of enchantment, look no further than Ruth Bancroft Garden and Nursery. Our hearts are full of gratitude for the unforgettable experience they provided us on our most special day.

Annie + Tochi
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Mark S. Sent on 02/23/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Magical Desert Vibes in the Bay Area

Tawny and the events team at The Ruth Bancroft Garden made our wedding planning and special day a total joy! On top of just being incredible humans, they were supportive, highly responsive, and detail-oriented throughout the process. RBG was the first and only wedding venue we looked at — it’s just that good. Our buyout gave us the flexibility to use the entire garden and events space to create our ‘Palm Springs Meets Northern California’ wedding vibes. From our fall sunset ceremony in the garden to our EDM-inspired reception and dance party in their new and modern event hall, we couldn’t have asked for a better venue. Highly recommend RBG if you’re looking to host a a once-in-a-lifetime event. Thanks, Tawny and team!
Katherine
Katherine L. Sent on 07/25/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Naturally beautiful venue, amazing venue team!

We LOVED having our wedding at the Ruth Bancroft Garden! The venue is beautiful, and was such a cool place for guests to explore during the event. There are amazing cacti and desert plants everywhere, and it made for really lovely photos as well. We loved the indoor/outdoor vibe (we had our ceremony outdoors, and there are lots of spots to pick from; our dinner was inside which was great as it got a little cooler at night). The garden itself is just so stunning, so we didn't have to have a lot of florals or decor, since it was naturally beautiful.

Also have to give a huge shout out to the venue team at Ruth Bancroft—every step of the way they were so responsive, helping us plan the layout of our dinner and answering every question we had. And during the event, they were also amazing. Tawny and her team were SO organized and set everything up for us without a hitch, including setting up all the table and chair rentals, and moving all the chairs to the reception area from the ceremony area. They were also so helpful in cleaning up—my partner and I were still seeing the last few guests out while the venue team and our coordinator cleaned and packed up everything for us!

Would 1000% recommend the Ruth Bancroft Garden for anyone planning their wedding!
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