Weddings

6 Wedding Locations

Large Front Garden

Under the "Big Tree"

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Being surrounded by beautiful flowers and greenery as you say "I DO" is breathtaking for you and your guests.

Under the "Big Tree"

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Getting married under a tree, especially a 100+ year old tree, represents intertwining your branches and establishing your roots as a new family.

Carriage House

Under the "Big Tree"

Carriage House

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Our Carriage House doubles as a wedding and reception location. Have it for one or both. If you book your wedding with us, it's yours to use how you'd like!

Small Garden

Pergola Patio

Carriage House

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If your looking for a more intimate setting, the small gardens near the carriage house offer calming sounds of the fountain. We have several gazebos and arches you can choose from to decorate your space.

Front Patio

Pergola Patio

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This setting is for a smaller wedding as it comfortably holds approximately 40 seated guests. Located on the east side of the house, it is often cool and shady later in the day.

Pergola Patio

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Our pergola patio is a multipurpose space available for the wedding or lounging on our outdoor furniture. Our light strands & rented heat towers provide extra comfort into the night.

For those who love the outdoors:

The Carriage House seamlessly integrates with our beautiful gardens, peaceful country setting, and immense outdoor spaces. We have a large pergola patio space, garden paths, and expansive lawns that make this an outdoor paradise.

The combination of modern and historic makes for a timeless space for entertaining. Our poured concrete floors and industrial pipe railing blend nicely with dark wood beams, leather Edison bulb chandeliers, and antiqued exposed brick pillars.

Wheelchair Accessibility:

The spaces in and around the carriage house are all wheelchair accessible.

"My husband & I had our wedding here and LOVED it! The venue is gorgeous and the owners and staff are so wonderful and accommodating. We had a vision to get married outside on snowshoes and they were willing to work with us and our dream. We cannot recommend the Garten Marketplatz enough! Thank you Randy, Sue & the whole crew!"

-Jen

• Parking • Guest Count •

We have parking both in the grass and on gravel for 150 guests. Another option is to rent the Rochester Trolly and shuttle guests to Garten Marketplatz and back to their hotel/car at the end of the night! Just remember to make arrangements for your vehicle ahead of time.

Our Carriage House seats:

150 in the Spring, Summer, and Fall.

100 comfortably in the Winter months.

For receptions exceeding 150 guests, you must do 3 things:

• Rent a tent, rent additional bathrooms, purchase the day before & after add-on.

• Tents and bathrooms can be rented from outside companies

Events

Are you looking to host an event rather than a wedding?

Whoops, you're on the wrong page! Instead, check out our page designed to teach you all about hosting an event at Garten Marketplatz.

Host an event

How it goes...

Catering

Day-of Coordinator

Catering

Hire your favorite licensed caterer OR go the food truck route for a more laid back feel!

Drinks

Day-of Coordinator

Catering

Hire your favorite licensed bar service to provide drinks all the way up until 11:00 pm!

Timeline

Day-of Coordinator

Your day, your timeline! The day is yours to schedule as you please. No other events will be scheduled on your big day!

Day-of Coordinator

You will be provided a site coordinator for the day of your event to make sure the venue side of things runs smoothly.

Full Day Pricing Packages

Sunday - Thursday $4,000

10 hours | 10a.m. - 8p.m.

Includes:

2 hour rehearsal prior, access to and use of our beautiful gardens, pergola, bride room, groom room, restroom facilities, onsite parking, head table, 6' gift table, cake table.

• Tables & chairs for up to 150 people.

• Our staff will set up your tables & chairs.

Terms: $500 damage deposit refundable after event. Garbage/recycling fee $150.

Friday $5,500

Sunday - Thursday $4,000

15 hours | 9a.m. - Midnight

Includes:

2 hour rehearsal prior, access to and use of our beautiful gardens, pergola, bride room, groom room, restroom facilities, onsite parking, head table, 6' gift table, cake table.

• Tables & chairs for up to 150 people.

• Our staff will set up your tables & chairs.

Terms: $500 damage deposit refundable after event. Garbage/recycling fee $150.

Saturday $6,000

Sunday - Thursday $4,000

Saturday $6,000

15 hours | 9a.m. - Midnight

Includes:

2 hour rehearsal prior, access to and use of our beautiful gardens, pergola, bride room, groom room, restroom facilities, onsite parking, head table, 6' gift table, cake table.

• Tables & chairs for up to 150 people.

• Our staff will set up your tables & chairs.

Terms: $500 damage deposit refundable after event. Garbage/recycling fee $150.

Ceremony Only or Reception Only

Ceremony Only

Reception Only

Saturdays from June-Sept are full day rental only.

$400/hr minimum of 2 hours

All rental rates include:

2 hour rehearsal prior, access to and use of our beautiful gardens, pergola, bride room, groom room, restroom facilities, onsite parking, head table, 6' gift table, and cake table.

• Indoor or outdoor seating for up to 150 (our staff sets up).

• Ceremonies may have up to 300 guests; however, additional 150 chairs must be rented elsewhere.

Terms: $500 damage deposit refundable after event.

Reception Only

Saturdays from June-Sept are full day rental only.

$400/hr minimum of 2 hours

All rental rates include:

Access to and use of our beautiful gardens, pergola, bride room, groom room, restroom facilities, onsite parking, head table, 6' gift table, and cake table.

• Our staff will set up your tables and chairs.

Terms: $500 damage deposit refundable after event. Garbage/recycling fee $150.

Add-Ons

When Available

Day-before Setup

$750

If you don't want to leave all the big important stuff for the day-of, come and set up the day before. You will get 4 hours of setup time to schedule. ($1,600 Value)

Day-after Teardown

$750

Enjoy your wedding night and come back the next day for teardown. You will have 4 hours to clear all decorations and pick up vehicles.

($1,600 Value)

Day-after Gift Opening (4hrs)

$750

Come back with your favorite people the day after your wedding to open gifts and relax in the gardens.

($1,600 Value)

Patio Heaters

$200

When the weather gets crisp and chilly, continue to enjoy the evening with patio heaters warming up the space. 6 heaters included in price.

Campfire Service

$200

Decide what time you'd like your campfire started and we'll do the rest. From chopping the firewood to lighting, feeding, and putting it out, you and your guests won't have to do a thing.

Holiday Weekends

$1,500

For a holiday weekend, add an additional $1,500.

Frequently Asked Questions

We get a lot of questions, so we'll try to stay ahead of the game and answer them here!

What is your capacity?

Indoor seated receptions can fit 150 people. In the winter months, we limit indoor capacity to 100.

Ceremony Only (outdoors) up to 300. We provide 150 chairs, additional chairs must be rented from a rental company.

Open House Style -

Due to our expansive gardens and outdoor spaces, we are capable of hosting larger open house style events during the warm weather months. (For example: food trucks vs sit-down catered meals)

Are kids allowed?

While we are an events center, we are also a garden center. Children must be supervised by an adult at all times. We have a playground and we encourage our clients to have planned activities for kids to do with an adult assisting.

Can we bring our own food?

Food products are encouraged to come from a licensed and insured caterer or kitchen to eliminate the Client’s liability of food borne illnesses. Prepackaged food, restaurant food, and grocery store food is included in catered items. If hiring a caterer, they are required to have a valid Certificate of Insurance and Catering License on file with us.

Do you serve food or alcohol?

Nope! We have an open catering policy. You select your favorite licensed caterer/kitchen/bar service that fits your budget. OR change it up and hire food trucks! Ask us who we recommend as we've had many great vendors provide amazing service at our venue.

Can we host small events at your venue?

Certainly! We have small event pricing. This is great for clubs that meet here regularly, as well as one-time small events.

Spring, Fall, Summer, Winter?

The Carriage House is both heated and cooled. Ample parking is available Spring-Fall. Winter parking may be limited due to snowfall. Shuttles to transport your guests are welcomed and encouraged.

How far are you from Rochester?

15 minutes from downtown Rochester or 10 minutes from the edge of town. We're located 10 miles from the Rochester International Airport, as well as AmericInn by Wyndham Hotel.

What's nearby for my guests?

Salem Glen Winery - (1 mile)

History Center of Olmsted County (6 miles)

Rochester's Apache Mall (8 miles)

Bears Den Sports Bar & Eatery (9 miles)

AmericInn by Wyndham Hotel - (10 miles)

Oxbow Park & Zollman Zoo (14 miles)

Do you sell bouquets and cut flowers for weddings & events?

At this time, we do not. If your event is held at our facility, please feel free to coordinate flowers with your favorite florist. We have worked with many and can give you recommendations!

Openings for 2023 & 2024!

Welcome to Garten Marketplatz

6 Wedding Locations

Large Front Garden

Under the "Big Tree"

Under the "Big Tree"

Under the "Big Tree"

Under the "Big Tree"

Under the "Big Tree"

Carriage House

Under the "Big Tree"

Carriage House

Small Garden

Pergola Patio

Carriage House

Front Patio

Pergola Patio

Pergola Patio

Pergola Patio

Pergola Patio

Pergola Patio

For those who love the outdoors:

Each season delivers its own beauty

Winter

Winter

Winter

Spring

Winter

Winter

Summer

Winter

Summer

Fall

Winter

Summer

The Pergola Patio

Patio: Dinner

Patio: Dinner

Patio: Dinner

Patio: Dance

Patio: Dinner

Patio: Dinner

Patio: Lounge

Patio: Dinner

Patio: Lounge

• Parking • Guest Count •

Events

How it goes...

Catering

Day-of Coordinator

Catering

Drinks

Day-of Coordinator

Catering

Timeline

Day-of Coordinator

Day-of Coordinator

Day-of Coordinator

Day-of Coordinator

Day-of Coordinator

Private Rooms

The Bridal Suite

The Groom Room

Absolutely wonderful place to have a wedding. Beautiful setting and amazing staff. The large grounds and landscaping create many picturesque backdrops. Staff were so very helpful and accommodating. Highly highly recommend them.

Full Day Pricing Packages

Sunday - Thursday $4,000

Sunday - Thursday $4,000

Sunday - Thursday $4,000

Friday $5,500

Sunday - Thursday $4,000

Sunday - Thursday $4,000

Saturday $6,000

Sunday - Thursday $4,000

Saturday $6,000

Ceremony Only or Reception Only

Ceremony Only

Reception Only

Reception Only

Reception Only

Reception Only