Special Use Facilities
Grant Park Rose Gardens
at Buckingham Fountain
Directly North and South of Buckingham Fountain
312-742-4847
Meander among the roses and delight in the smells and ambiance of these charming locations. Adjacent to the majestic Buckingham Fountain, the Rose Gardens are nestled within Chicago’s “front yard”, Grant Park.
Each garden contains a romantic fountain along with award-winning rose gardens and plush greenery.
For years, couples have chosen this lovely locale as a stage for exchanging wedding vows.
| Location | Sq. Ft. | Measurements | Capacity | Private | Corporate |
| North Garden | 17,800 | 278’ x 80’ | 1,780 | M-Thu $1,000 Fri-Sun $3,000 | M-Thu $2,500 Fri-Sun $5,000 |
| South Garden | 17,800 | 278’ x 80’ | 1,780 | M-Thu $1,000 Fri-Sun $3,000 | M-Thu $2,500 Fri-Sun $5,000 |
- Capacity figured on an approximate 10 square feet/person ratio.
- The measurements are outside measurements and include the restricted areas
- Fee includes 8-hour use of garden.
- Rental of spaces for only 4 hours will be charged half the appropriate 8-hour fee.
- Any event surpassing the 8 hours will be charged accordingly.
- The flower gardens are restricted areas and are not for public access.
- Above fees do not include catering charges.
- All events to conclude by 11pm.
Wedding Ceremonies
- Rented for (2) two hours for ceremonies and pictures.
- No equipment is included, and only chairs and trellises are allowed.
- The total cost is $325.
- Required to use caterer from pre-approved vendor list.
- Cost to be determined by caterer.
- Required to use rental supplier from pre-approved vendor list.
- Cost to be determined by rental supplier.
- The Chicago Park District requires any individual or group hosting an event on Chicago Park District property to obtain a certificate of insurance. Serving alcohol will require additional insurance coverage. For more information, please call 312-742-5369.
- $500 per hour for any event.
- There is no electrical power available.
- Generators must be rented to meet all needs.