MADE WITH LOVE
the beautiful brownstone gardens
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"Looking back on the wedding planning process and the actual wedding day, my husband and I agree that choosing Brownstone Gardens as our venue was the ABSOLUTE BEST DECISION we made."
- Alexa
CEREMONIES
in the Grand Courtyard
Brownstone Gardens includes all of your ceremony must-haves—
and you’re always welcome to bring in additional vendors to make your day exactly as you envision.
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Mahogany Chiavari chairs with ivory cushions, set theater-style for your guests
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Garden umbrellas for added shade
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Paper parasol rentals
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Heater rentals for cooler weather
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Setup of your personal ceremony items
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Table and linen for your DJ and other vendors
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In-house décor options, including silk florals, arbor/temple draping, and more
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Reserved signs and other ceremony signage
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Easels for welcome signs or programs
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And more…
Outdoor ceremony - set for 150 guests. Sample layout for Brownstone Gardens - Grand Courtyard
2025 WINNER
the best wedding venue in the
bay area
Dedicated Venue Coordination for Your Ceremony:
Tena and Jaime are our amazing Venue Coordinators, and they’ll be with you every step of the way & ensure your ceremony will run smoothly: ​
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BEFORE YOUR EVENT:
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Schedule and coordinate your ceremony rehearsal with your bridal party
ON THE DAY OF YOUR CEREMONY:
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Set up guest seating in a theater-style layout.
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Place reserved signs as requested.
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Set out ceremony programs, favors, fans, bubbles, and other items
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Guide vendors to their assigned setup locations
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Welcome guests, offer direction, and help ensure smooth event flow.
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Line up and cue the processional for your ceremony.
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And more…
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On our venue layout map, the Grand Courtyard is framed at the top center of the image.
CEREMONY
magical moments
CEREMONIES
of cultural significance
At Brownstone Gardens, we honor and welcome wedding traditions from all cultures and backgrounds. Our serene Contra Costa outdoor garden venue provides a meaningful and adaptable setting for ceremonies of cultural significance—whether you’re celebrating with rituals passed down through generations, blending traditions, or creating new ones.
