Key West Tropical Forest & Botanical Garden Spaces
Choose your perfect party location
From intimate to extravagant, our five primary locations are perfect choices. Not seeing exactly what you want? We can customize other spaces just for you
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We are grateful to our preferred photographers Romi Burianova; Katherine Meier; Jesica N Mesa; Isabelle Gwynn; Nick Doll; and Iris Moore .
The Courtyard and the waterfall
The Courtyard, surrounded by lush tropical foliage, offers a raised stage for your ceremony while the sounds of a gentle waterfall enhance the romance of your garden wedding. The Courtyard is also equipped with both overhead and landscape lighting which provides a warm and inviting glow to your evening ceremony or reception. This venue can be used for both the ceremony and reception, and for larger parties the reception can be held on the Terrace. It’s a pleasant walk from the Courtyard to the Terrace through the Tropical Forest. Optional bar service will allow guests to enjoy cocktails as they stroll along the boardwalk and bridge over our fresh water pond on their way to the Terrace.
Ceremony seating: 250
Reception seating: 100
Cocktails setup: 150
The Terrace | Dance under the stars
Overhead string lights and landscape lighting provide a warm glow for dining and dancing on the Terrace. A stage will easily accommodate a large band, or a DJ if you prefer. A night sky glittering with stars will shine upon the wedding dance floor, lighting the dancers as they celebrate your special evening. Laughter and music will fill the night air as your guests raise their glasses in a toast to you both. This venue can be used for both ceremony and reception, especially for larger parties. Restroom facilities are adjacent to the Courtyard.
Ceremony seating: 250
Reception seating: 150
Cocktails setup: 200
The Meadows | Bring your friends
Don’t want to limit your guest list? Want to welcome families and their children? The Meadows was made for you. Located next to The Terrace, The Meadows is an expansive grassy area surrounded by palm trees and is perfect for tented events. It’s a great location for adding informal activities like corn hole and photo booths — even food trucks. Bringing the kids? We’ve got a perfect playground on site. This venue can be used for both the ceremony and reception. For even larger events combine The Terrace and The Meadows.
Ceremony seating: 350
Reception seating: 250
Cocktails setup: 300
The Butterfly Garden
Whether you’re planning a local celebration or ready to elope to Key West, pledge your vows in our butterfly garden, among flowering shrubs and fluttering butterflies. Your guests can become part of the ceremony in this intimate setting and really share in your special day. This venue can be used for ceremony only since it is a more intimate space. Have your reception with catering and bar service in either The Courtyard or The Terrace depending on the size of your guest list. Ask us about our special elopement packages!
50 standing | 25 seated
Reception in the Courtyard, Terrace or Meadows
The Nature Chapel
The Toppino Nature Chapel & Pavilion venue is one of our intimate locations, perfectly suited for a small ceremony or event of 50-80 guests. It’s terrific for group meetings. And, it is our only indoor venue. Although Key West rarely finds itself without sunshine and gentle breezes, there are those times when an indoor event is exactly what you’ll need. And, the chapel and pavilion provide exceptional indoor-outdoor space with a perfect bar for serving.
80 standing /w Limited seating. 50 seated
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We are grateful to our preferred photographers Romi Burianova; Katherine Meier; Jesica N Mesa; Isabelle Gwynn; Nick Doll; and Iris Moore .
What do our guests say?
Just beautiful
Couldn’t have asked for a more beautiful venue ! not only was it affordable but the scenery was just beautiful surrounded by such beautiful plants and lighting it was perfect! Def recommend if you’re looking for a beautiful spot in key west.
Fabulous experience
We had our ceremony at the gardens and had a fabulous experience. We didn’t need any decorations because the space is so lush and beautiful. The gardens also provided a great backdrop for our photos during the ceremony and after with our bridal party.
Absolutely incredible
We had our wedding here after many visits to this beautiful wonder. We couldn’t imagine our wedding being any more beautiful and we’re thankful to have chosen Key West Tropical Forest & Botanical Garden for our venue and to have had the opportunity to coordinate with the amazing staff that works there. We’d recommend them to anyone looking for a beautiful wedding/etc location in the Florida Keys. Absolutely incredible!
Friendly and helpful
The garden area where we were having our ceremony and reception was absolutely beautiful. Our wedding debuted the lighted backdrop for the waterfall. I was wonderful and the staff at the gardens were so friendly and helpful.
Step 1: Let's plan your event
FAQs and venue video tours!
Garden Events Coordinator Beth Franklin welcomes you to come along with her on our video tours of the Garden and our events and weddings locations. Beth also writes blog posts to answer your most frequently asked questions.
Review our prices and policies
The Key West Tropical Forest & Botanical Garden is not only one of the island’s most beautiful wedding and event locations, it’s also one of the most cost effective. Our nonprofit commitment to our guests and to the fragile Keys ecosystem ensures we deliver excellent services at a reasonable price. Review our pricing and terms and agreements, then contact us for your customized package.
Explore our event locations
Ready to elope? Prefer an wedding party to end all wedding parties, complete with your family dog and the kids? How about a tropical oasis with dinner and dancing? We have the perfect locations and packages. Check out our special venues now.
Learn more about the Garden
For almost 100 years the Key West Tropical Forest & Botanical Garden has dedicted itself to preserving the delicate Florida Keys ecosystems and its native plants, trees, animals and butterflies. Learn more about the Garden today.
Beth Franklin
Garden Events Coordinator
Events Coordinator Beth Franklin will guide you through each step of your planning journey. Contact her directly to schedule a tour of the Garden, explore additional details and ensure your event is perfect.
Email: venues@keywest.garden
Step 2: Contact us today
Contact us
venues@keywest.garden
Address
5210 College Road, Key West, FL 33040
About Us
The Garden’s magic makes any event truly memorable. Our outdoor venues include the Waterfall Courtyard, the Terrace, the Meadows and the Butterfly Garden. Our indoor venue is the Nature Chapel. All events must conclude by 11 p.m.