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We recommend reserving your date as early as possible—ideally 12 to 18 months in advance. Saturday dates are especially popular and often book up closer to the 18-month mark. Please note that we do not hold dates, so if your preferred date is available, we encourage you to book it right away to secure it.

Yes, tours are by appointment only. You can contact us directly at (925) 418-4532 or email us at info@brownstonegardens.com to set up your visit.

Yes, we provide tables, chairs, and linens. Our package includes your choice of round or rectangular tables, elegant Mahogany Chiavari chairs, floor-length ivory linens, and ivory napkins. We also offer a variety of upgraded linens and napkins for an additional cost if you’re looking for a more customized look.

Yes, you're welcome to decorate the venue! Our Venue Coordinators will provide detailed guidelines for your event. Please note that some restrictions do apply to ensure safety and preserve the venue.

Brownstone Gardens does not hold dates, so once you've chosen your ideal date, we recommend acting quickly. We use an online system called HoneyBook to manage all bookings and contracts. Once you're ready, we'll send you an email through HoneyBook with a proposal, contract, and monthly payment schedule. Your event date is officially secured once the first monthly payment is made.

Yes, outside catering is allowed with some restrictions. All food must be provided by a licensed and insured caterer to ensure compliance with our venue policies.

Yes, you can choose to have a dessert bar. There is a $350 charge for Brownstone Gardens to set up, stock, and clean up the dessert bar. Please note that desserts are not included and must be provided separately.

Yes, we require event insurance with a minimum coverage of $1,000,000. This policy must cover all services provided by the client on the property, including but not limited to liquor, food, music, lighting, dance floors, and more. Our Venue Coordinator will be happy to provide additional details and resources to help you secure the appropriate coverage for your event.

Yes, adjustments can be made as long as your final guest count is submitted twenty-one days prior to your event and still meets the minimum guest requirement for your date. Your final payment in HoneyBook will be automatically adjusted—up or down—based on the final confirmed guest count.

Once your date is reserved, our team is here to support you every step of the way. You can reach out anytime with questions about decorations, setup, food service, and more. About one month before your event, one of our Venue Coordinators will schedule an on-site planning meeting to review every detail of your day. We’ll also keep you informed about our group tastings, hosted at Brownstone Gardens throughout the year with our caterers. Once you’ve selected your caterer, we’ll confirm your event date with them and assist in finalizing your menu.

Yes, we offer rehearsal opportunities. During your meeting with one of our coordinators one month before your wedding, we will schedule a date and time for your rehearsal.

The aisle in the Grand Courtyard is 65' long and 9' wide.

Small round tables 48" - seats 6-8 people Medium round tables 60" - seats 8-10 people Large round tables 72" - seats 10-12 people 9 (For use in Koi Gardens only)

Brownstone Gardens staff sets up the venue provides tables, chairs, linens and napkins.

Throughout your event, Brownstone Gardens staff will ensure the venue remains clean and organized. At the end of the event: Your personal items (such as unity candles, cake cutting sets, champagne flutes, etc.) will be collected and placed in the bridal room for you to take home that evening. Vendors are responsible for cleaning up their own items and areas, ensuring the venue is left in the condition it was found. The Brownstone Gardens team will break down and store all venue items, including tables, chairs, umbrellas, and other equipment.

Absolutely! We are honored that you would want to take such memorable pictures with us. Please schedule your shoot with the your venue coordinator.

Brownstone Gardens uses HoneyBook to handle all bookings and contracts. Once you've decided on a date for your event, we will send you an email with a proposal, contract, and monthly payment schedule. The total cost of your package will be divided by the number of months remaining until your event, giving you your monthly payment amount. The final payment is due two weeks before your event, and all events must be paid in full prior to the event date. All bookings and payments are handled online through HoneyBook. Please be sure to read the contract thoroughly, as it contains important information, including our cancellation policy. Once all sections of the contract are completed, the payment window will open, allowing you to set up your auto-payments and make your first payment. Once that payment is made, you are officially booked with Brownstone Gardens! If you have any questions, feel free to call us at 925-418-4532 or email us at info@brownstonegardens.com.