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With over 100 acres of landscaped and wooded areas for you and your guests to enjoy, weddings at The Gardens are truly magical.
Our wedding professionals take care of all of the details so you can focus on creating lasting memories.
Book Your Wedding
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Our Wedding Coordinator will contact you within one business day to answer any questions you may have and help you complete your venue reservation.
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Venue Benefits and Booking Details
Friendship Gardens Package (included with each booking)
- Assistance of our wedding director & staff for the entire event
- Vendor Coordination
- Set up, cleaning, and tear down of all FBG rented items.
- Bridal Cabin
- Golf cart assistance for your entire booking
- 3 hours of venue rental (additional hours available)
- Preferred vendor list
- Ceremony chairs
- One-hour ceremony rehearsal
- Symphony ceremonies include a brick
- A yearlong membership to The Gardens
How Friendship Gardens staff enhances your day:
- Wedding director coordinates with vendor prior to and day of wedding
- All FBG rental items will be set up & torn down
- All FBG rental items will be cleaned the morning of event
- Freshly cleaned & prepared Bridal Cabin
- Directional and personalized signage for event
- Wedding director coordinates 1-hour ceremony rehearsal
- Provides golf cart service for duration of the event
- Trash removal provided throughout the entire event
Booking requirements:
- A non-refundable Reservation Fee of $250 is required at the time of booking to guarantee your date and venue.
- The venue rental fee must be paid in full 180 days prior to the date of your event.
- A damage deposit of $250 per venue is required 30-days prior to the date of your event. The damage deposit is refunded if no damage is observed or additional clean-up is required.
Milestone Brick
Remember your special day with a complimentary Milestone Brick placed in our Symphony Garden fountain terrace. Your Milestone Brick inscription can consist of three lines of text, with a maximum of 16 characters each line.
Available for clients who book The Symphony Garden.
Below is a sample Milestone Brick for your reference.
Meet Your Wedding & Events Director
Kylie Sutter
Planning your special day can sometimes feel overwhelming, but with Kylie as your guide, the journey becomes a seamless and joyful experience. Each year, more than 65 couples celebrate their love at The Gardens. Spanning over 100 acres of landscaped gardens and serene wooded spaces, our ten distinct venue options provide a variety of breathtaking backdrops for your special day. With her in-depth knowledge of each space, Kylie will help you select and customize the perfect setting, ensuring your wedding is as magical and memorable as its surroundings.
Kylie first joined The Gardens in 2021, assisting with weddings and events, and returned in 2024 as a Wedding and Event Intern before stepping into the role of Wedding and Events Director. She brings a fresh perspective to The Gardens, paired with a solid foundation in event planning. A proud first-generation college graduate, she earned her Bachelor of Science in Recreation, specializing in Tourism, Hospitality, and Event Management, from Indiana University. Through her education and internships, including her time with the FFA as a Convention Collegiate Assistant, Kylie gained extensive experience in planning, logistics, and crafting seamless event experiences.
Helping couples bring their unique vision to life is Kylie’s passion. She understands that every couple’s story is one of a kind, and she takes pride in guiding each couple with kindness, honesty, and meticulous attention to detail. With Kylie as your partner, you’ll feel supported every step of the way, allowing you to focus on enjoying your special day.
When she’s not planning events at The Gardens, Kylie enjoys spending time at Northwest Indiana’s beaches and hiking trails, exploring Chicago’s vibrant restaurant scene, cooking creative meals, and relaxing with her cat, Jordan.
We’re sure you have questions, so don’t hesitate to reach out. We can’t wait to hear your story and help you create memories that will last a lifetime!
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