What Couples are Saying about this Timeless Outdoor Wedding Venue in Minnesota Welcome to The Gardens of Castle Rock, a wedding and event venue in lower south metro – a short distance from the Twin Cities. Here you will find beautiful settings for your outdoor wedding...
The Transformational Story of the Heirloom Scotch Pine at the Heart of The Gardens Kahlil Gebran, the Lebanese-American poet once wrote, "Trees are poems that the earth writes upon the sky." That quote was from a book published in 1926, which roughly corresponds to the age...
Planning a wedding is a thrilling and joyous experience, but it can also be quite overwhelming, both for the couple and for the environment. Traditional weddings often generate a significant amount of waste and have a sizable carbon footprint, which can be tricky to navigate...
When we imagine the perfect wedding day, we often picture clear skies, golden sunsets, and a gentle breeze carrying the sweet scent of flowers. But what if I told you that some of the most enchanting, unforgettable, and emotionally charged weddings have taken place under...
Real Wedding Spotlight: A timeless summer garden wedding full of once-in-a-lifetime moments. There's something special about summer weddings. The days are long, the nights are warm, and the whole world seems steeped in the nostalgia of days gone by. August 19th, 2022 was no different -...
This hand-crafted, modern rustic pergola adds industrial charm and functionality to your outdoor wedding experience. I bet the first question you’re asking yourself is, “What is a Grindbygg?” We’re glad you asked! Grindbygg is a traditional post construction style originating in Norway between the 1500’s through...
Arranging Your Reception Table Design to Suit Your Large Guest Count You've just jumped into planning a wedding! Que the wedding invitation designs, table décor, Pinterest boards, wedding dress decisions, and table layout designs! That's right. Here at The Gardens of Castle Rock, you get to...
Real Wedding Spotlight: Picturesque Fall Garden Wedding with Gorgeous Flower Arrangements, Modern Rustic Reception Décor, and Stunning Autumn Views. Renee and John's love story started with poetry. They met during a Latin poetry class freshman year at the University of Minnesota in Rochester. Their friendship blossomed...
Open Seating or Assigned Seating? Traditional Head Table or King's Table? The Choice is Yours! Creating a comfortable, relaxing, and engaging guest experience for your wedding guests is a top priority for your wedding day. A key factor to your overall wedding reception aesthetic is the...
The Gardens of Castle Rock Embraces the Rain and We're Here to Help on Your Wedding Day. As an outdoor wedding venue in Minnesota, The Gardens of Castle Rock is no stranger to precipitation. We have witnessed first hand the fresh smell of the rain, the...