Weddings

Photo provided by Blaine Siesser Photography.

Thank you for considering Dow Gardens to host your ceremony and congratulations!

At Dow Gardens, colorful flowers, rippling water features, and mature trees combine with historical charm to create the perfect backdrop for your celebration of love and commitment. To request more information or to check availability please contact our Wedding Coordinator.

Midland, MI Wedding Photography - Bethany & Brad - © Dan Stewart Photography
Midland, MI Wedding Photography - Bethany & Brad - © Dan Stewart Photography

Photo provided by Dan Stewart Photography.

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Blaine Siesser Photography.

Midland, MI Wedding Photography - Bethany & Brad - © Dan Stewart Photography

Photo provided by Dan Stewart Photography.

MEET WITH A REPRESENTATIVE

You are more than welcome to visit the garden any time during operating hours to view the wedding locations. We would love to discuss your plans! To ensure that someone is available to answer your questions, please call or email to make an appointment.
All private events including elopements MUST take place within a pre-reserved time block.  For the courtesy of our guests, private events, without a signed contract and complete payment, are not permitted on campus at any point during the year.

OUR CEREMONY LOCATIONS

Peninsula

Surrounded by ponds and perennial blooms, the sweeping Peninsula lawn is the perfect setting to exchange vows. Your guests will enjoy a view of our historic stone and red bridges.  The Peninsula is available on Saturdays, May thru October, for afternoon and evening ceremonies. May thru September, ceremonies begin at 12 p.m. and 4 p.m., October ceremonies begin at 12 p.m.  

Peninsula ceremonies will not available in 2024.

Capacity: 200 seated + standing room

The Willow

Bride and Groom kissing at Dow Gardens

Experience your grand entrance as your guests await you in a beautiful grove, facing a towering Willow tree and ponds. The Willow is available on Saturdays, May through October, for ceremonies beginning at 12 p.m. and 4 p.m.

No 2 p.m. ceremonies will be offered in 2024.

Capacity: 150 seated + standing room

INQUIRE

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Event Guidelines

Guidelines have been put in place to better serve you, the client, and for the protection of the Garden and its amenities. For detailed information, regarding event policies at Dow Gardens, feel free to visit our Event Guidelines page.

Frequently Asked Questions

Wedding Guest Information

Attending a wedding ceremony at Dow Gardens?
Please review this helpful information prior to your arrival.