Your garden wedding, beautifully catered.
Ceremonies by the waterfall, receptions under the lanterns. The Fresh Gourmet at the Peacock Cafe is the exclusive caterer of the Los Angeles County Arboretum.
120+ acres of “wow” — and one team to make it happen.
With multiple indoor and outdoor ceremony and reception combinations, the Arboretum offers settings you won't find anywhere else in Southern California. Our event team handles the food, bar, rentals and day-of coordination with the Arboretum's Special Events Office.
- Ceremonies 5:00 – 7:00pm · receptions 5:30 – 10:00pm
- Dedicated Special Event Lead from rehearsal to last dance
- All tables, chairs, linen & rentals arranged through us
- Photography permit & 1-hour rehearsal included with your site
Choose your setting.
Site fees are booked through the Arboretum's Special Events Office. A $1,500 discount applies to ceremony + reception combinations (excluding Ayres Hall and the Peacock Café).
Ceremony Sites
| Location | Capacity | Site Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Rose Garden | 150 | $3,500 |
| Waterfall | 200+ | $3,500 |
| Queen Anne Cottage Lawn | 200+ | $3,500 |
| Bauer Lawn & Fountain | 200+ | $2,500 |
| Celebration Garden | 150 | $2,500 |
| Event Lawn | 200+ | $2,000 |
Reception Sites
| Location | Capacity | Site Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Bauer Lawn & Fountain | 200+ | $2,500 |
| Celebration Garden | 150 | $2,500 |
| Event Lawn | 200+ | $2,000 |
| Ayres Hall | 300 | $1,800 |
| The Peacock Café Terrace | 120 | On request |
Site map: 1 Event Lawn · 2 Celebration Garden · 3 Waterfall · 4 Rose Garden · 5 Queen Anne Cottage · 6 Peacock Café · 7 Ayres Hall
Three packages. Endless garden magic.
Every package includes a phone consultation with one of our culinary specialists to help you choose your menu.
The Plumeria
Per guest · excludes taxes & feesCocktail Hour
- Charcuterie display — domestic & imported cheeses and meats with gourmet crackers & bread
Salad (choose 1)
- Traditional Caesar
- House Dinner Salad
Protein (choose 1)
- Pan Seared Stuffed Chicken Breast
- Chicken Fontina GF
- Chicken Breast Madeira GF
- Fine Herb Chicken Breast GF
- Thai Lemongrass Chicken
Sides
- Choice of starch & seasonal vegetables
Bar
- Fully hosted beer & wine bar, soft drinks, coffee station
Every package includes a ceremony spa-water station, ceremony chair rentals, a Special Event Lead, place settings, linen & glassware.
The Orchid
Per guest · excludes taxes & feesPassed Appetizers (choose 2)
- Heirloom tomato bruschetta, crispy arancini, goat cheese pinwheels, quesadillas, tortellini & more
Salad (choose 1)
- Napa Salad · Caesar · House Dinner Salad
Proteins (1 beef + 1 chicken)
- Braised Short Ribs with Merlot reduction
- Peppercorn Crusted Hanger Steak
- Asian Marinated Tri-Tip with plum wine demi
- Plus any of our five chicken entrées
Sides
- Choice of starch & heirloom or seasonal vegetables
Bar
- Fully hosted call bar, wine & beer, iced tea, lemonade & coffee
Every package includes a ceremony spa-water station, ceremony chair rentals, a Special Event Lead, place settings, linen & glassware.
The Rose
Per guest · excludes taxes & feesPassed Appetizers (choose 3)
- Mini beef Wellington, coconut shrimp, bacon-wrapped shrimp, shrimp cocktail shooters, hoisin pork banh mi & more
Salad (choose 1)
- Queen Anne Dinner Salad · Napa · Caesar · House
Proteins (choose 2)
- Beef Filet Medallions with mushroom demi-glacé
- Salmon, Mahi Mahi or Barramundi
- Short Ribs, Flat Iron or Tri-Tip
- Any of our five chicken entrées
Sides
- Choice of starch; broccolini, asparagus or heirloom carrots
Bar
- Gold bar — premium spirits incl. Tito's, Patrón & Hennessy, plus soft bar
Bonus
- Menu tasting with complimentary wine
Every package includes a ceremony spa-water station, ceremony chair rentals, a Special Event Lead, place settings, linen & glassware.
From first tour to final toast.
Book a call or tour
Talk with our event expert about your date, guest count and vision, then walk the grounds in person.
Reserve your sites
Secure your locations with the Arboretum (20% reservation fee) and your catering with a $1,000 pre-payment.
Design your menu
Choose your package, entrées and bar, and finalize rentals, linens and décor with our team.
Celebrate
Your Special Event Lead coordinates setup, service and teardown so you can enjoy every moment.
Wedding FAQ
What are the event hours?
Ceremonies run 5:00–7:00pm with setup from 3:00pm. Receptions run until 10:00pm, amplified sound must end by 10:00pm per City of Arcadia code, and the grounds are vacated by 11:00pm.
How many guests can the Peacock Café terrace hold?
Up to 120 guests. We have tables and chairs on hand for 90, and rent additional seating for larger counts. Ayres Hall accommodates up to 300.
What does it cost to hold my reception at the Peacock Café?
The terrace site fee is $2,000, plus a nonrefundable $1,000 catering pre-payment. Final payment is due 30 days before your event.
Is there a service minimum?
Yes — all weddings carry an 8-hour service minimum, including setup and teardown. Staffing is billed separately from per-guest food pricing and varies with guest count.
Can we serve alcohol?
Yes. Our packages include hosted bars. LA County requires one licensed security guard for every 75 guests whenever alcohol is served; we can arrange this for you.
Can our vendors drive onto the grounds?
No vehicles are permitted on the Arboretum grounds, so vendors should plan to transport equipment on foot or cart. Décor may be delivered after 3:00pm on the day of your event.
Schedule a tour.
Tell us a little about your day and our wedding team will reach out to set up a call or an in-person walk-through of the gardens.
Catering Department
Event Sales
Arboretum Special Events Office
301 N Baldwin Ave, Arcadia · (626) 821-3204