Monterey, CA

Memory Garden

Memory Garden is an enclosed historic garden in Monterey State Historic Park.

Arched garden walkway and white stairway at Memory Garden in Monterey
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Arched garden walkway and white stairway at Memory Garden in Monterey

Arched garden walkway and white stairway at Memory Garden in Monterey

Venue details

Starting price
$2,000Expedited wedding rentalPackage B · Mon–Thu · 8 hours listed · +$150 fee and refundable $1,000
  • The official page lists expedited ceremony-and-reception Package B at $2,000 Monday–Thursday, $2,500 Friday, or $3,000 Saturday–Sunday.
  • It labels the package as eight hours but lists two hours for setup, 3.5 hours for the event, and 1.5 hours for cleanup, which total seven hours; confirm the remaining hour with State Parks.
  • Add a $150 processing fee and a refundable $1,000 security deposit.
  • Package A is $1,500 Monday–Thursday for an expedited ceremony or luncheon; longer packages cost more.
Guest capacity

Ceremony and reception: up to 150 guests

Catering

Caterers must come from the State Parks preferred list. Self-catering is not allowed.

Alcohol

Alcohol is allowed when a certified server checks identification and monitors service. Alcohol service ends before the event ends.

Weather

The garden cannot be tented and has no indoor weather backup. Freestanding umbrellas are allowed.

Payment and booking

Events are not permitted on holidays or holiday weekends. Music must end by 9 p.m. A processing fee, deposit, signed terms, and later State Parks permit approval are required to hold and approve a date.

Before you book

Ask for a written quote for your date and guest count.

  • Package B is labeled eight hours, but the listed setup, event, and cleanup periods total seven hours. Confirm the full time allocation.
  • The official page does not state the rate effective date. Confirm the current package prices before booking.
  • Confirm insurance, rental company, alcohol service, and parking costs for the planned event.
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