The Boerner Botanical Gardens offers variety in size, function and decoration. With expansive wide-windowed halls, as well as more intimate gathering spaces, the Gardens has options for every event, wedding or corporate. Located just 15 minutes outside of Milwaukee, the convenience of this location also impresses, especially with 300 free parking spaces. The elegance of the décor and setting in addition to the versatility of the spaces are unparalleled and readily adaptable for each event.
Breathtaking in every season, the Boerner Botanical Gardens is ideal for events with a winter wonderland backdrop, surrounded by autumnal colors and leaves, framed by the bright, green grass and fresh blossoms of spring or the lush gardens and warmth of summer. Enjoy your event at the Gardens with the splendor of nature showcased in every detail.
Boerner Botanical Gardens features a restaurant that offers brunch. Visit the Boerner restaurant page for more information.
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The Gardens hosts Milwaukee weddings small and large, and with the individual spaces each wedding has, the sophistication and natural elegance mirror throughout the entire facility and the grounds. The lush scenery, magnificent lighting and refined décor provide the ideal backdrop for your perfect night.
As mentioned previously, there are several spaces to choose from, listed below from largest to smallest.
Capacity
Boerner Hall
Up to 300 people (theater-style seating) or 288 (seated at round tables) can celebrate in the largest venue at the Gardens. Boerner Hall has several distinct features:
- Window wall facing the Fragrance Garden
- Soft lighting
- Connects to the Garden Room
Garden Room
This space can entertain up to 96 guests, ideal for an intimate wedding.
- Connects to Atrium
- Natural lighting
- Faces Fragrance Garden
- Connects to Boerner Hall
Nell’s Garden Café
Well suited for smaller affairs, the Botanical Garden’s café seats 52 guests at round tables or 100 in a theater-style seating. After it closes at 4 p.m., the setting of your wedding can have:
- 5 large windows facing the gardens
- Outside terrace
- Natural lighting
Amenities
- Ballroom
- Ceremony Space
- Reception Space
- Free On-Site Parking
- Outdoor Space
- Tables & Chairs On-Site
- Waterfront
- Wheelchair Accessible
- WiFi Available
Events at Boerner Botanical Gardens
Just a short distance from Milwaukee, the Boerner Botanical Gardens provide convenient, refined spaces for any corporate event. The accommodations offered make hosting functions a breeze and give the necessary tools for a successful event. Hold small meetings and large conferences with ease in one of the several well-suited spaces to host corporate events:
Corporate Spotlight
Key features:- Additional space for any breakout classes, meetings and/or additional needs for all-day meetings
- Wifi and A/V available in all breakout spaces
- Outdoor space for breaks, unique training sessions and team building exercises
Capacity
Boerner Hall
The largest space at the Gardens can hold 300 attendees in theater-style seating or 288 at round tables of 8. With large garden-facing windows along one wall, this hall fills with natural light and offers a bright, airy space. These are additional helpful features:
- Large projection screen
- Podium
- Connection to Garden Room for mingling or cocktails
Garden Room
This space is perfect for large meetings and events for up to 96 guests with ample light, access to Boerner Hall and an atmosphere suitable for luncheons or mixings.
Multimedia Room
Suited for presentations, demonstrations, coffee breaks and luncheons, this space can host 180 guests in theater-style or 96 when tables are set up like a classroom. It also has:
- Projection screen
- Podium
- Breakout space
Classroom
This space can hold 45 guests in a traditional classroom seating, ideal for small meetings, classes, presentations and demonstrations. It also offers:
- Whiteboard
- Projection screen
- Lab-style seating
Amenities
- Auditorium
- Free On-Site Parking
- Meeting Space
- Outdoor Space
- Tables & Chairs On-Site
- Waterfront
- Wheelchair Accessible
- WiFi Available
Venue Enhancements
- Uplighting
- Specialty Linens
- Chairs
- Backdrops
- Arches
- Yard Games
- Ceremony Beverage
- Audio & video
- Decor & Design Elements
Uplighting
Create unlimited looks to your event space with an array of ambiance colors.Specialty Linens
Choose from almost unlimited fabrics and colors to go beyond classic and traditional looks.Chairs
Choose from several options; chiavari, rustic antique-inspired, minimalistic clear.Backdrops
Choose from several options; imperial white, sheer ivory, warm glow.Arches
Choose from over 6 options; royal white, cedar garden, minimalistic, plush, and more.Yard Games
Create outdoor and indoor fun; giant Jenga and Yardzee.Ceremony Beverage
Choose from station H2O and bottled water; Evian and Fiji.Audio & video
Projector & screen - Ultra Bright projector perfect for your presentation.Decor & Design Elements
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Reviews
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We had such an amazing New Year’s Eve wedding at the Boerner Botanical Gardens, couldn’t recommend it enough! The space was perfect it was great having the garden room for our cocktail hour, and then a big reveal of the ballroom for our dinner. The staff was wonderful and the food was delicious. Even though we were married a month ago, we are still hearing complements on the dinner! If I had the chance to do it all again, I would do it the exact same way at Boerner’s!
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I found Boerner Botanical Gardens in one of my searches. I contacted the events manager from Zilli Hospitality. From the very beginning, they were more than helpful, friendly, and so supportive. They made the planning so easy for me especially being 900 miles away. The moment I drove up the drive to the gardens, I knew I had made a wise decision. The atmosphere, the food and service were excellent. Thank you, Jan and thank you Zilli Hospitality!
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This is an absolutely stunning venue. We booked their banquet room and couldn’t be happier. Lori and Margret were fantastic to work with throughout the whole process. Working with the gardens and with Lori made the whole wedding process stress free. Their in house caterer, Zilli, was also excellent. Their food was absolutely fantastic. I received many compliments from my guests on how beautiful the venue was, how excellent the food was, and even how fast the bartenders were! Zilli’s and the Gardens are a top notch venue and I would use them over and over again!
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Amber brings a decade of experience in event planning and execution from some of Milwaukee’s most popular venues.
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Boerner Botanical Gardens
9400 Boerner Dr. Hales Corners, WI · Map · Phone(414) 525-5635 · Website
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