Fairmount Park Horticulture Center: A Unique Philadelphia Wedding Venue


Are you looking for a unique Philadelphia wedding venue that sets your reception apart? Stay tuned as we describe what makes Fairmount Park Horticulture so special.

A green tranquil oasis within an oasis, Fairmount Park Horticulture Center is located in, you guessed it, Fairmount Park in Philadelphia. It is a sanctuary in a bustling urban setting.

Bride and groom kissing on checkered dancefloor with string lights above at Fairmount Park Horticulture Center's unique Philadelphia wedding venue.

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Five Facts That Make Fairmount Park a Unique Setting:

From its reflecting pool outside lined with cherry blossoms to the arboretum and greenhouse, it’s easy to see why engaged couples and event planners are inspired by this unique venue and landscape. With so many remarkable event spaces at Fairmount Park Horticulture Center, it’s hard to pick a favorite at this Philadelphia wedding venue.

White linen covered reception tables in greenhouse at Fairmount Park Horticulture Center's unique Philadelphia wedding venue.

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We turned to Brittany Glover, Director of Sales – Fairmount Park Horticulture Center, Constellation Culinary Group to find out her favorite event space there. Here is what she had to say:

  1. Display House:

“One of my favorite spots in the Horticulture Center is where guests enter the “Display House,” which is often the wedding ceremony or cocktail hour space,” Glover said.

The Display House makes Fairmount Park Horticulture Center a unique Philadelphia wedding.

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2. Artistic and Tranquil Fountain:

“The Seaweed Girl fountain makes for a beautiful first impression of what’s to come as guests continue to walk through the greenhouse.  It’s stunning during the day but at night becomes part of an enchanted event space that can be enhanced with decorative lighting and candles.”

Seaweed girl statue fountain with candle light at Fairmount Park Horticulture Center's unique Philadelphia wedding venue.

3. Cherry Blossoms:

You will be fascinated by rows of cherry blossoms on the property offering a striking flumes of pink. It’s easy to see why engaged couples are drawn to this beauty. Certainly, it is a popular choice for ceremonies under the bubblegum canopy of trees during their peak in mid-April.

4. Greenhouse Ideal For Installations:

Nature lovers will appreciate Fairmount Park Horticulture’s greenhouse. Indeed it is a one of a kind event space for every season. In fact, it’s especially refreshing during cooler months where greenery abounds offering a stark contrast to stick season outside. In addition, its ceiling easily allows for hanging floral installations for couples looking for a lush setting.

5. Reflecting Pool:

Is there anything more romantic than a reflecting pool? Although you are technically in the bustling city, Fairmount Park offers quite a different setting. You’ll find its reflecting pool especially tranquil and inspiring. Weddings in this location are an experience you will treasure for years to come.

Lastly, it’s easy to see why Fairmount Park Horticulture Center is a unique Philadelphia wedding venue.