Outdoor Rentals
Sinnissippi Gardens offers you a great outdoor venue for your wedding or special event.
Packages
All package rates include a photography permit. Exterior rental options may not be available in certain circumstances. Non-profit organizations receive 25% discount on rental rates.
The North Gardens
Choice of Waterfall Terrace or Perennial Garden
Package includes: event or ceremony, single consultation, basic electricity, public restrooms available, parking limited to Symbol parking area, use of approved vendors and caterers for all equipment and food services (certificate of insurance required), maximum capacity of 100 to 125 people, no rain site available.
Availability: Tuesdays - Sundays, during public hours; 2-hour rental
Price: $400
Riverview Terrace
Package includes: tables and chairs and admission to the conservatory for guests.
Availability: Tuesdays - Sundays, during public hours; 2-hour rental
Price: $300
Sightseeing Garden
Package includes: event or ceremony, two consultations, one hour viewing time in exhibition hall during regular operating hours (general public will be present), parking available in Nicholas Conservatory lot, use of approved vendors and caterers for all equipment and food services (certificate of insurance required), meeting room usage for wedding party, maximum capacity 30 chairs (provided).
Availability: Tuesdays - Sundays, during public hours; 2-hour rental
Price: $500
🌧️ Rain Contingency Plan
Move event or ceremony to Conservatory lobby, exhibition hall, or meeting room (if available).
Availability: Limited to 1-hour use, hour immediately following closing of NCG
Price: $300
Contact
For more information, or to book your date, contact Lyndi Toohill at 815-987-1654 or lynditoohill@rockfordparkdistrict.org