WEDDINGS
At Bok Tower Gardens you can celebrate the joy of your wedding with your family and friends in a truly romantic and natural setting. Let the beauty of nature provide an exquisite backdrop for your wedding photographs. Make your wedding day elegant and memorable.
The magnificent sounds of the bells of the carillon add a distinctive touch to your ceremony. A variety of musical selections from the carillon play on the hour and half-hour during the scheduled wedding times. Other benefits include:
- Wedding photography may be taken in the Gardens before and after your ceremony, by a photographer of your choice
- Complimentary admission for members of the wedding party and all guests on your special day
- Your ceremony may be performed at 9 a.m., 11 a.m. or 1 p.m. and only one wedding is scheduled in the Sanctuary at each time
- The services of a Bok Tower Gardens host to guide the wedding party and guests to your selected garden and remain with you until your ceremony is completed
- Complimentary designated parking
- Shuttle service from the parking area to your selected garden for elderly or physically challenged guests
- Directional signage to help guide your guests to the ceremony location
- The opportunity to conduct a one-hour wedding rehearsal (by appointment only), which includes complimentary admission for a maximum of 15
- A one-year membership gift for the newlyweds
Couples are provided a choice of three unique wedding packages in the natural settings within the Gardens (attendees include the wedding party). For very intimate weddings, please contact our wedding coordinator directly to discuss your individual needs. All rates are subject to changes. Rates effective October 1, 2007:
The White Garden
From this exquisite area, the Tower is visible above the trees.
The Reflection Pool can be seen behind the lush green foliage
and delicate white blossoms. Four benches are located in this
garden and a canopy formed by tall shade trees and various
palms creates an atmosphere of sheer beauty and tranquility.
50 maximum attendees. $695
St. Francis Garden
This intimate garden is just a short stroll from the Education
and Visitor Center. It is bordered by a carpet of colorful
blooms on one side and towering live oak trees on the other.
It contains a statue of St. Francis of Assisi, patron saint
of animals, and two benches. During peak bloom, azaleas burst
forth into a sea of bright colors, providing a vibrant background
to the wedding ceremony and photographs. 50 maximum attendees.
$695
Exedra and Overlook
The Exedra, a semicircular seating area called by its Greek name,
is located on the western edge of Iron Mountain, the highest
point in peninsular Florida. This charming structure is built
of the same marble as the Tower and stands just opposite the
overlook. Given as a gift by Edward Bok’s neighbors in
Mountain Lake, it has seating for ten people on either side.
This green lush area has large trees to provide shade. The
view off the Western Vista is truly breathtaking. 100 maximum
attendees. $1395
We invite you to submit our online Wedding Inquiry Form below, or contact our Wedding Coordinator at 863.676.1408, ext. 50, or email rdhorton@boktower.org for further information.
Reservation and Payment Process
Weddings are reserved on a first-come, first-served basis. A non-refundable deposit of $300 is required when a location is reserved. After checking availability with the wedding coordinator, please send your completed wedding application along with your $300 deposit to:
Wedding Coordinator
Bok Tower Gardens
1151 Tower Boulevard
Lake Wales, FL 33853
Upon receipt of your completed wedding application and deposit, your reservation will be confirmed. The balance of the fee is due two weeks prior to your wedding date. Bok Tower Gardens reserves the right to cancel the wedding contract if the balance is not paid by the due date.
Refund Policy
Cancellations must be received in writing at least two weeks prior to your wedding date for a refund, less the $300 non-refundable deposit.
Bridal Photographs Only
If you would like to take bridal, wedding or engagement photographs at Historic Bok Sanctuary but are being married elsewhere, we offer a wedding photography package for a $150 fee. This fee includes admission for up to eight, including wedding party, photographer and assistants. Pre-registration is required. For assistance, please contact our Wedding Coordinator at 863.676.1408, ext. 2250, or rdhorton@boktower.org.
