The Gardens on Spring Creek has been working closely with the City of Fort Collins and Larimer County to ensure the safety of our guests, volunteers and staff during the COVID-19 pandemic through social distancing measures and capped attendance. All visitors - including Members - are required to reserve admissions tickets for a specific date and time prior to arriving at The Gardens. Visit the admissions page for ticketing information.
Visit The Gardens COVID-19 guidelines page to review all of our COVID-19 guidelines and procedures.
Situated as a botanical oasis right in the heart of Fort Collins, the Gardens on Spring Creek offers a one-of-a-kind venue for your special occasion. As one of northern Colorado’s premiere locations, we can offer a beautiful space just right for weddings, corporate events, meetings, memorials, retirements or other special milestones.
To begin your reservation process, please call our Guest Services team at 970.416.2486.
2021 Private Event Rates
Please note that in the COVID-19 environment, locations and capacities may be limited or unavailable. Contact us directly for current options and guidelines.
The Gardens on Spring Creek offers a one-of-a-kind venue for your special event. For more information please contact 970.416.2486.
Rental events may occur between 8 a.m. and 9 p.m. depending upon the space desired. After-hours events may be held between 5 and 9 p.m. Outdoor rentals may only be scheduled from May 15th – October 15th.
All Garden rentals require a three-hour minimum rental, additional time may be purchased by the hour. The Evelyn Clark Classroom, Community Meeting Room and Butterfly House require a two-hour minimum, additional time may also be purchased by the hour.
All non-profit groups must include a copy of their Tax Identification Certificate with signed contract to receive non-profit rates. Please call The Gardens for information on scheduling and rates.
The following rental rates are for one-day, private events such as meetings, celebrations, etc. For youth birthday party or wedding packages, please see additional information. Event spaces may be combined for one event; rates for both areas will apply.
Capacity | Rental Fee | Additional Hourly Rate | Non Profit Rental Rate | Non Profit Additional Hourly Rate | |
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Evelyn Clark Classroom | 35 with Tables, 50 without | $120 / Two Hours | $ 60 / Hour | $100 / Two Hours | $50 / Hour |
Community Meeting Room | 35 with Tables, 50 without | $120 / Two Hours | $75 / Hour | $195 / Two Hours | $65 / Hour |
Everitt Pavilion Only (for outdoor meetings) | 35 with Tables | $225 / Two Hours | $75 / Hour | $100 / Two Hours | $50 / Hour |
Butterfly House |
15 Seated, 25 Standing |
$250 / Two Hours | $125 / Hour | $220 / Two Hours | $50 / Hour |
The Great Lawn & Everitt Pavilion | 300 including Lawn | $1,200 / Three Hours | $400 / Hour | $1,080 / Three Hours | $360 / Hour |
Garden of Eatin' & Outdoor Teaching Kitchen | 125 | $600 / Three Hours | $200 / Hour | $525 / Three Hours | $175 / Hour |
Outdoor Classroom |
35 with Tables, 50 without |
$225 / Three Hours | $75 / Hour | $195 / Three Hours | $65 / Hour |
Children's Garden | 150 | $600 / Three Hours | $200 / Hour | $525 / Three Hours | $175 / Hour |
Rock Garden | 30 | $300 / Three Hours | $100 / Hour | $270 / Three Hours | $90 / Hour |
Undaunted Garden | 30 | $300 / Three Hours | $100 / Hour | $270 / Three Hours | $90 / Hour |
The Gardens on Spring Creek offers a one-of-a-kind venue for your special day. For more information please contact 970.416.2486.
Wedding ceremonies are scheduled for three hours which includes set up and tear-down time.
Wedding Package Rentals Include:
All venues are available after regular operating hours.
The Great Lawn and Everitt Pavilion is the only space available for daytime wedding ceremonies.
Wedding Ceremony Pricing:
Security Deposit Rate Schedule
The Gardens on Spring Creek invites you to host your youth birthday party at The Gardens. Our unique facility offers a fun, botanic experience for our young guests. Come bloom with us!
Party Location:
Host your next party in our Children’s Garden. The Green Roof shelter is reserved for the party and all activities are matched to age of the child. During the winter, parties will be scheduled in the classroom.
Package Information:
Birthday party packages are only available on Saturdays or Sundays. Packages are 90 minutes in length. Please note that you are allowed 15 minutes before the party for setup and 15 minutes after the party for cleanup at no additional charge. This brings the total time for rental to 2 hours (90 minutes for party, 30 minutes for setup and cleanup in total).
A Gardens birthday party costs $200 and includes activities for up to 10 children. We cannot accommodate more than 10 children. With your birthday party package, you will receive:
The applicant is responsible to bring their own paper products, utensils, food and beverages.
Theme Options:
Accommodations: We are happy to accommodate and modify activities to meet the needs of different ages and physical abilities.
Time Options:
11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
2 – 3:30 p.m.
Cancellation Policy:
Once a birthday party reservation has been made, the applicant may cancel the reservation, by calling 970.416.2486. Cancellations must be made at least 72 hours (three days) in advance of the party for a refund. Failure to do so results in the forfeiture of the entire birthday party package payment.
Rain Policy:
In the event of inclement weather, The Gardens will NOT be responsible for providing an alternate space. There may be a possibility of moving the event to the indoor Classroom, but this is not a guarantee.
General Restrictions for Youth Birthday Parties:
Food and Beverage Policy
For the full youth birthday party package details and guidelines, or to book your event, please contact Guest Services at 970.416.2486.