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Facilities

Choose from a variety of flexible indoor and outdoor spaces. The Reception Centre and outdoor lawns all offer unique character for events large and small.

2027 bookings started on April 2^nd, 2026. We are currently intaking new 2026 events on a limited basis.

Booking with Us

Explore our diverse venues, from the enchanting Contemporary Lawn & Arbour to the versatile Reception Centre and the serene Nitobe Memorial Garden. Each space offers a unique setting to suit your event needs. For more information, please contact our Bookings Coordinator at garden.bookings@ubc.ca.

Our rental facilities map, facility rental rates, and event guidelines are available on this page under Information & Policies. The facility availability calendar is provided below.

Click here for our availability calendar

A couple shares a quiet moment at the Contemporary Lawn & Arbour
Say “I do” surrounded by the charm of the Roseline Amphitheatre. Credit: Union Photographers
Guests enjoy dining and celebration at the Contemporary Lawn & Arbour. Credit: Bake Photography
Wharton Glade offers a serene, forested setting with a mystical atmosphere, perfect for intimate outdoor ceremonies. Credit: Daniel Mosquin
Captured in the tranquil beauty of Nitobe Memorial Garden. Credit: Amber Hughes
A couple enjoys the expansive beauty of the Main Lawn. Credit: France Edward Photography

Our Venues

Explore our diverse venues, from the enchanting Contemporary Lawn and Arbour to the versatile Reception Centre and the serene Nitobe Memorial Garden. Each space offers a unique setting to suit your event needs. For more information, please contact our Bookings Coordinator at garden.bookings@ubc.ca.

Main Lawn
About the Main Lawn Our largest available venue with a capacity for over 250 people, the Main Lawn is the ideal space to host large events. Adjacent to Cattail Pond,…
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Roseline Study Amphitheatre
About the Roseline Study Amphitheatre A modern terraced setting, with a beautifully patinaed rammed-earth wall, provides an exquisite space for your ceremony. The Roseline Sturdy Amphitheatre with its tiered seating…
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Wharton Glade
About the Wharton Glade An intimate venue embedded in a lush, coastal forest. Located in the heart of the picturesque David C. Asian Garden, the Wharton Glade is the perfect…
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Nitobe Garden
About Nitobe Memorial Garden Traditional Japanese garden. A traditional tea and stroll garden considered to be among the top Japanese gardens outside Japan. With a capacity of up to 25…
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Contemporary Lawn & Arbour
About the Contemporary Lawn and Arbor A rich garden oasis, the Contemporary Lawn & Arbour provides a secluded setting for your special day. With a tapestry of vines, the covered…
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Reception Centre
About the Reception Centre The reception centre is an indoor and outdoor setting overlooking the ocean. Sitting close to the edge of the bluffs overlooking the ocean beyond, the Reception…
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Garden Pavillion
About the Garden Pavillion The Garden Pavilion is a private, indoor space offering a place for a break away from the main event. Ideal for outfit changes, day-of storage of…
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Taylor Plaza
About Taylor Plaza With electricity, access to running water, shelter for equipment, and direct access into the Arbour, this is a space your caterers can use for set-up, storage, and…
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