Gabis Arboretum at Purdue Northwest
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The venue will provide the space, plus a few extras.
Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing
Starting at $200 for off-peak dates, and $300 for peak dates
Guest capacity
Up to 300 seated guests
About this venue
Gabis Arboretum at Purdue Northwest, is a wedding venue located in Valparaiso, Indiana. These beautiful gardens make a picturesque setting for weddings, commitment ceremonies, and vow renewals. Offering scenic views, manicured lawns, and indoor spaces for receptions, Gabis Arboretum is the perfect location for your special day.
Our event spaces
Meyer Memorial Pavilion
Timeless Elegance Awaits
The Joseph E. Meyer Memorial Pavilion, constructed of natural materials, artfully blends into the surrounding gardens with an expansive lawn surrounded by colorful plantings that curve around the pavilion. With its peaked wood beam roof, fireplace, and stone pillars, the pavilion is the ideal site for making memories.
Guest capacity
Up to 80 Seated
Up to 200 Standing
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Wedding shower, Engagement party
Guests often feel this space is
“Surprised and delighted”
Included in this room:
- Table and Chair rentals included in 3 hour wedding packages & 4 hour private event packages -
Room cost
Peak Dates Costs: $1500 for 3 hour ceremony | $1200 for 3 hour reception | $1500 for 4 hour private event
Railway Depot
Historic Charm, Modern Celebrations
The indoor Railway Depot offers a unique, old-fashioned train station modeled after a 1920’s Railway Depot. This location has a panoramic view of the prairie and of the Midwest’s largest public G-scale railway garden.
Guest capacity
Up to 80 Seated
Up to 100 Standing
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party
Guests often feel this space is
“Warm and cozy”
Included in this room:
-Electricity is available -Wi-Fi is available -$500 for each additional hour
Room cost
$1800 3 hour reception package | $1800 3 hour ceremony package
Council Oak
Where Lasting Memories Take Root
The Council Oak tree is the oldest oak tree on the property. This space represents an enchanting love that will last a lifetime.
Guest capacity
Up to 35 Seated
Up to 60 Standing
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Elopement
Included in this room:
-Golf cart transportation is recommended for this venue for an additional fee. -$300 for each additional hour
Room cost
$750 for 3 hour ceremony
Celebration Rose Pavilion
Love in Full Bloom
The arboretum’s newest pavilion is perfect for any small intimate celebration. Funded by a couple celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary, this is where lasting memories are made. Located in the beautiful Bapst Rose Garden.
Guest capacity
Up to 100 Seated
Up to 200 Standing
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Elopement
Guests often feel this space is
“Surprised and delighted”
Included in this room:
-Electricity is available -No Wi-Fi -$300 for each additional hour
Room cost
$1200 3 hour ceremony package | $1200 4 hour private event package
Ed's Oasis
Your Private Escape
Ed’s Oasis is the perfect space for an intimate, private ceremony. With prairie flowers and the large oak tree shading your guests, this space creates a special memory.
Guest capacity
Up to 35 Seated
Up to 50 Standing
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Elopement
Included in this room:
-Golf cart transportation is recommended for this venue for an additional fee. -$300 for each additional hour
Room cost
$750 for 3 hour ceremony
Window's on the Wetlands
Celebrate Surrounded by Scenic Wonder
Windows on the Wetland showcases a variety of unique landscapes including wetlands, prairies, and woodlands. This area is sure to make your day magical.
Guest capacity
Up to 35 Seated
Up to 35 Standing
Included in this room:
-Golf cart transportation is recommended for this venue for an additional fee. -$300 for each additional hour
Room cost
$750 for 3 hour ceremony
Heron Field
Nature's Perfect Backdrop
The Heron Field is perfect for a more private event as it’s tucked behind the Heron Trail. Bring your own arch, choose a circular layout for your chairs, or set up yard games to entertain your guests. The options are endless with this open space!
Guest capacity
Up to 150 Seated
Up to 300 Standing
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Elopement, Other
Guests often feel this space is
“Warm and cozy”
Included in this room:
- No electricity or Wi-Fi - Gabis Arboretum frame tents are permitted at this venue for an additional fee - $300 for each additional hour
Room cost
$900 3 hour ceremony | $900 3 hour reception | $1300 4 hour private event rental
The Sidetrack
A One-of-a-Kind Setting for Your Story
The Sidetrack is large open field located next to the Railway Garden. If you've ever attended a concert at the arboretum, this is where they are held! This lawn area is great for larger ceremonies and includes an outdoor stage.
Guest capacity
Up to 300 Seated
Up to 300 Standing
Guests often feel this space is
“Relax and Casual”
Room cost
$1500 3 hour ceremony package
Meyer Memorial Pavilion
Timeless Elegance Awaits
The Joseph E. Meyer Memorial Pavilion, constructed of natural materials, artfully blends into the surrounding gardens with an expansive lawn surrounded by colorful plantings that curve around the pavilion. With its peaked wood beam roof, fireplace, and stone pillars, the pavilion is the ideal site for making memories.
Guest capacity
Up to 80 Seated
Up to 200 Standing
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Wedding shower, Engagement party
Guests often feel this space is
“Surprised and delighted”
Included in this room:
- Table and Chair rentals included in 3 hour wedding packages & 4 hour private event packages -
Room cost
Peak Dates Costs: $1500 for 3 hour ceremony | $1200 for 3 hour reception | $1500 for 4 hour private event
Railway Depot
Historic Charm, Modern Celebrations
The indoor Railway Depot offers a unique, old-fashioned train station modeled after a 1920’s Railway Depot. This location has a panoramic view of the prairie and of the Midwest’s largest public G-scale railway garden.
Guest capacity
Up to 80 Seated
Up to 100 Standing
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party
Guests often feel this space is
“Warm and cozy”
Included in this room:
-Electricity is available -Wi-Fi is available -$500 for each additional hour
Room cost
$1800 3 hour reception package | $1800 3 hour ceremony package
Council Oak
Where Lasting Memories Take Root
The Council Oak tree is the oldest oak tree on the property. This space represents an enchanting love that will last a lifetime.
Guest capacity
Up to 35 Seated
Up to 60 Standing
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Elopement
Included in this room:
-Golf cart transportation is recommended for this venue for an additional fee. -$300 for each additional hour
Room cost
$750 for 3 hour ceremony
Celebration Rose Pavilion
Love in Full Bloom
The arboretum’s newest pavilion is perfect for any small intimate celebration. Funded by a couple celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary, this is where lasting memories are made. Located in the beautiful Bapst Rose Garden.
Guest capacity
Up to 100 Seated
Up to 200 Standing
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Elopement
Guests often feel this space is
“Surprised and delighted”
Included in this room:
-Electricity is available -No Wi-Fi -$300 for each additional hour
Room cost
$1200 3 hour ceremony package | $1200 4 hour private event package
Ed's Oasis
Your Private Escape
Ed’s Oasis is the perfect space for an intimate, private ceremony. With prairie flowers and the large oak tree shading your guests, this space creates a special memory.
Guest capacity
Up to 35 Seated
Up to 50 Standing
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Elopement
Included in this room:
-Golf cart transportation is recommended for this venue for an additional fee. -$300 for each additional hour
Room cost
$750 for 3 hour ceremony
Window's on the Wetlands
Celebrate Surrounded by Scenic Wonder
Windows on the Wetland showcases a variety of unique landscapes including wetlands, prairies, and woodlands. This area is sure to make your day magical.
Guest capacity
Up to 35 Seated
Up to 35 Standing
Included in this room:
-Golf cart transportation is recommended for this venue for an additional fee. -$300 for each additional hour
Room cost
$750 for 3 hour ceremony
Heron Field
Nature's Perfect Backdrop
The Heron Field is perfect for a more private event as it’s tucked behind the Heron Trail. Bring your own arch, choose a circular layout for your chairs, or set up yard games to entertain your guests. The options are endless with this open space!
Guest capacity
Up to 150 Seated
Up to 300 Standing
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Elopement, Other
Guests often feel this space is
“Warm and cozy”
Included in this room:
- No electricity or Wi-Fi - Gabis Arboretum frame tents are permitted at this venue for an additional fee - $300 for each additional hour
Room cost
$900 3 hour ceremony | $900 3 hour reception | $1300 4 hour private event rental
The Sidetrack
A One-of-a-Kind Setting for Your Story
The Sidetrack is large open field located next to the Railway Garden. If you've ever attended a concert at the arboretum, this is where they are held! This lawn area is great for larger ceremonies and includes an outdoor stage.
Guest capacity
Up to 300 Seated
Up to 300 Standing
Guests often feel this space is
“Relax and Casual”
Room cost
$1500 3 hour ceremony package
Available services that can be provided by Gabis Arboretum at Purdue Northwest
Services & amenities
- Bar services
- Dressing room / Bridal Suite
- Event coordinator
- Event staff
- Pet friendly
- Set up
- Transportation
- Wheelchair accessible
- Wifi
Transportation & access
- Self parking - free
- Wheelchair accessible
Rentals
- Linens
- Standard Chairs
Reviews
Write a review5.0 out of 5
2 reviews
- WB
Westin B.
Gabis Arboretum - Wedding Venue
Gabi's Arboretum at Purdue Northwest was the perfect setting for our wedding day. From the start, Autumn communicated with us in a way that made planning stress-free and kept us informed about every detail that mattered. She was quick to respond to our questions, helped us through all the changes we needed to make, and ensured the venue was spotless and ready when we arrived. The grounds are truly stunning with all the green space and natural beauty, and our guests could not stop raving about how gorgeous everything was. The whole staff went out of their way to help us feel supported throughout the day. We highly recommend Gabis Arboretum to any couple looking for a beautiful venue with people who actually care about making your wedding special.
- MD
Makayla D.
Elopement at Gabis Arboretum
Autumn was absolutely wonderful to work with from initial contact to our wedding day. She was so professional and went above and beyond to make sure that our day was so magical. The grounds are beautiful and our photos turned out simply out of a story book, perfectly matching the whimsical and cottage core vibes we were going for. I would absolutely recommend Gabis Arboretum to anyone looking for an outdoor venue in NW IN, especially if you are looking for the perfect elopement spot!
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