*Indy Parks & Recreation will not guarantee availability of the facility in the event that the Permittee requests changes in date and or time of event.

Time Constrictions: All ceremonies are performed during public hours only.
*Ceremonies must be completed 1 hour prior to closing time. (See Gardens for specifics)

Floral Displays & Decorations: The use of glitter, confetti, silk petals, mylar, rice and bird seed is prohibited. Florists may deliver material 1hour prior to event, but in no way is Indy Parks staff responsible. Staples, tacks, tape or nails may not be used on the arch or chairs. Please use floral wire. Damage to floral displays, plant material, arch or chairs will incur a retention of necessary damage fees.

*Please see the gardens or waterfall section of this webpage for specifics pertaining to the location of your desired ceremony.

Sunken Garden Wedding Rentals:

*Fountain operation and floral displays are not guaranteed at any time.

Rental Hours:*Memorial Day - Labor Day: 10:00am - 5:00pm.
April, May, September & October: 10:00am - 4:00pm.
The garden gates are open extended hours April 15th - October 15th, but staff is not available, therefore the times above do apply.

Seasonal Displays: May and September are the times when the flowerbeds are changed for seasonal displays. This change over may take several weeks. We do not exclude these time periods from rental, but be aware that floral displays may not be present in garden.

Location: The south garden basin is the only location where ceremonies will take place. Weddings are not permitted in any other area under any circumstance.

Fees: $950.00 for a two hour maximum. Fee includes set up and tear down of 150 chairs and a wedding arbor. The use of tents are prohibited. Fees are subject to change at the beginning of a new rental season.

*Conservatory staff does all set up, and tear down of chairs (at no time is the permittee allowed to move this setup arrangement) before and after rental. Any other clean up i.e. decorations are the responsibility of the permittee. Failure to completely clean up after a wedding will incur a damage fee.

Specifics: Our facility has a single, unisex restroom facility and is available to outdoor wedding guests in the conservatory. This is not a dressing room. All participants in ceremony should be dressed upon arrival.

*Because of the possibility of outside noise sources, i.e., fountains, concerts, sirens etc., Indy Parks and Recreation will not be responsible for noise interference of any type.

*No provisions exist in the event of inclement weather. In the event of life threatening weather (lightning, high winds or civil defense siren) guests will be permitted to enter the conservatory complex for safety.

Conservatory Waterfall Wedding Rentals:

Wedding Rental Hours: 10am - 4pm daily.

Fees: ( NOTE: Fee increase for 2008 season) $200.00 for a 2 hour maximum time limit.

Floral Displays and Decorations: Floral displays and decorations are prohibited in the conservatory. The bride is allowed to bring in one live bouquet. Brides maids must have artificial flowers.

Climate Control: Climate controls will be maintained within the conservatory, with first priority given to plant health. Please keep in mind that the conservatory, because of its design and purpose, is not air conditioned and extremely warm and humid during warmer months. Mist fans are used throughout the conservatory to maintain humidity and temperatures required and will not be shut off.

Occupancy: Because of limited space the waterfall area will be limited to 20 participants. No chairs allowed. Guests will have full access to this area during rental, but under no circumstances will the public be deprived of, or discouraged from enjoying this area.

*Under no circumstances may the emergency exits be blocked or opened during rental.

Rehearsals: Wedding rehearsals are available during public hours only. Please see hours in booklet. Garden rehearsals may be conducted after 5:00pm, but please be aware no staff will be available at this time. Gardens are policed by a security guard after 5:00pm.
*Please limit waterfall rehearsals to one hour. Public guests of the facility may not be inconvenienced in any way during rehearsals.

Photo Shoot Fees
Indy Parks and Recreation charges a $150.00 photography shoot fee to any person receiving compensation for photography services. This charge applies to all parks.
The above fee was established by the Park Department Board and is non-negotiable.
*The above fee is included in all ceremony costs.

For questions regarding weddings, contact: Amy or Elizabeth at 317-327-7580.