The Ruth Bancroft Garden

Raw space venue

The venue will provide just the space. You’ll bring in your own caterer and vendors.

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Starting at $2,500

Guest capacity

Up to 150 seated guests

About this venue

We are a non-profit, Member supported organization nestled in the suburbs of the East Bay. The Garden itself is the foremost example of garden design with climate-resilient plants. Consequently, it is known as one of the finest dry gardens in the world. The Garden displays an expansive collection of plants that Ruth collected for over 60 years; many of which were in gallon-sized pots or smaller. As a result, every season offers something new in the Garden and visitors find themselves in awe of the boldness, beauty and longevity of Ruth’s hard work! The Garden’s mission is to preserve, promote, and enhance Ruth Bancroft’s world-class collection of water-conserving plants displayed in her exceptionally designed garden for the education, inspiration, and enjoyment of the public.

Seated guest capacity

  • 150

Venue type

  • Parks, Gardens

Venue setting

  • Outdoor
1552 Bancroft Rd, Walnut Creek, CA 94598

Our event spaces

The Ruth Bancroft Garden

Host Your Special Day at the Garden

The location you select for your special day should reflect your unique style and personality. Ruth’s Garden represents a love of nature, consideration of the environment, and an independent spirit to explore and grow. Nestled in the suburbs of the East Bay Area, the Garden offers a combination of outdoor and indoor settings for your guests, and the mature trees, succulents, cacti and blooming California native plants provide a stunning backdrop to help make your wedding day unforgettable!

Guest capacity

Up to 150 Seated

Up to 150 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Cocktail hour, Other

Guests often feel this space is

“Relaxed and casual”

The Ruth Bancroft Garden

Host Your Special Day at the Garden

The location you select for your special day should reflect your unique style and personality. Ruth’s Garden represents a love of nature, consideration of the environment, and an independent spirit to explore and grow. Nestled in the suburbs of the East Bay Area, the Garden offers a combination of outdoor and indoor settings for your guests, and the mature trees, succulents, cacti and blooming California native plants provide a stunning backdrop to help make your wedding day unforgettable!

Guest capacity

Up to 150 Seated

Up to 150 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Cocktail hour, Other

Guests often feel this space is

“Relaxed and casual”

Available services that can be provided by The Ruth Bancroft Garden

Services & amenities

  • Clean up
  • Dressing room / Bridal Suite
  • Event rentals
  • Event staff
  • Lighting/Sound
  • Pet friendly
  • Set up
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wifi

Transportation & access

  • Self parking - free
  • Wheelchair accessible

Rentals

  • Linens
  • Sound / AV
  • Standard Chairs

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  • A Truly Stunning Venue

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    •Amelia•Jun 30, 2025

    The Ruth Bancroft Garden is such a stunning venue. We booked it without seeing it in person and it turned out to be even more beautiful than we imagined. The team is great and super experienced with weddings. Overall, would definitely recommend!

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