Ordway Gardens - Ceremony - Como Zoo Conservatory

An Elegant Indoor and Outdoor Experience

The Ordway Gardens Bonsai Pavilion and Terrace offer a versatile and refined setting that blends indoor comfort with outdoor beauty. The pavilion provides a warm, modern space surrounded by curated bonsai displays, while the adjacent terrace creates a lovely open-air setting for ceremonies.

At a Glance

Indoor Pavilion Capacity
Up to 40 guests seated for dinner
Up to 70 guests for a cocktail style reception (mix of seated and standing)

Outdoor Terrace Capacity
Up to 50 guests seated for a ceremony (weather permitting)

Ceremony Length
90 minutes

Rental Fees
$400 Monday through Thursday
$750 Friday
$800 Saturday
$750 Sunday

Available Times

May through Labor Day

8:15 a.m. to 9:45 a.m.
6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
8:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Day after Labor Day through April

8:15 a.m. to 9:45 a.m.
4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Please note: The Ordway Gardens Bonsai Pavilion and Terrace are separate from the Charlotte Partridge Ordway Japanese Garden and are rented independently.

What to Expect

Your rental time includes set up, ceremony, photos, and take down within your 90 minute reservation. Guests will enter through the Historic Entrance of the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory, where coat racks are available in the foyer.

Couples are also welcome to take photos in the Palm Dome during their rental time. Please note that the Palm Dome remains a shared space. Other Conservatory gardens are not available during your rental.

Restrooms are conveniently located just outside the Palm Dome.

Seating and Setup

We provide up to 10 white folding chairs. Additional chairs may be rented through us for $8 per chair, which includes set up and take down. You are also welcome to arrange your own seating if preferred.

Upon request, we can provide a table for a guest book or unity ceremony.