For individuals who love privacy and seek a lush garden setting for their intimate wedding, this hidden park gem is nothing short of divine. Given that private wedding ceremonies are nearly impossible on Florida’s beaches and in public parks, this represents a truly unique Florida Elopement choice. Elopement ceremonies are exclusively available on Sunday mornings at 11 AM, just before the park opens to the general public at noon. The decision to forgo a traditional evening event is well justified by the serene beauty of the park. Whether it’s for couples only or those planning to host up to 100 guests, the gardens offer three hours of access from 10 AM to 1 PM, with two of those hours reserved for private moments—ideal for capturing intimate wedding photography. This package is customizable – add live music, additional photography, rose petal toss, etc.

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Price: $4,775

Sunken Gardens Elopement Ceremony Components Included:

Event Decor

Complimentary Seating – up to 100 white garden chairs for guests
Fine Print: For unused wedding flowers there will not be a price reduction. Add On’s permitted – Live Musician, Rose Petal toss, Additional Photography, etc.

Photography Package

Park Wedding Photographer for up to one hour, 11 AM – Noon – private, while the park is closed
Wedding Photos with Copyright Release via Online Gallery: view & download all of your high resolution photos, share with friends and family

Flowers

Complimentary for the Couple Only– Your choice of 1 bouquet + 1 coordinating boutonniere, 2 bouquets or 2 bouts. Perfect for the lucky couple! Organic fresh florals created by our designer. Classic Romance style flowers in one color palette.

Professional Wedding Officiant

Professional Wedding Officiant to host the ceremony
- Filing of the Marriage License (weddings)

Ceremony Coordinator

Provides direction to couple & guests at the start of and throughout ceremony to ensure event flows smoothly

Additional Requirements

Client will sign two contracts: one with Tide the Knot Weddings and Events and one with Sunken Gardens. Tide the Knot will oversee the entire event.
Client Pays $2,275 + 7% sales tax to Tide the Knot Weddings and Events for the Ceremony
Client Pays $2,500 + $250 refundable damage deposit + 7% sales tax to Sunken Gardens for use of the park setting
Client will provide Tide the Knot a copy of the signed contract with Sunken Gardens to guarantee the venue is reserved
Sunken Gardens offers complimentary parking on site and two dressing rooms for use before the ceremony