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Park Weddings

The memory of your wedding will last a lifetime, so make sure it’s a beautiful one by hosting your wedding at one of San José’s picturesque and unique locations.

Looking for the tranquility of the Japanese Friendship Gardens, the fragrant beauty of the Municipal Rose Garden or maybe a whimsical ceremony at Happy Hollow Park & Zoo? We have over a half dozen distinctive outdoor environments that will make the perfect backdrop for your big day.

Looking for an indoor location with charm? Surely one of our community center banquet halls is the right fit for you. Many locations come with use of a commercial kitchen, perfect for any caterer's needs!

For more information, please contact ParkPermits@sanjoseca.gov.

Find the Perfect Wedding Site Below

Help restore the Japanese Friendship Gardens

General Information

A Living Symbol of Friendship: The Garden was built as a symbol of everlasting friendship between the City of San Jose and its Sister City of Okayama, Japan in 1965 and is patterned after the world famous Korakuen Garden in Okayama. In every direction the eye is delighted, complete with picturesque Japanese bridges, waterfalls and golden Koi fish.

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  • Hours: 
    •  Season  hours
    Summer Memorial Day to Labor Day  10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
    Fall Labor Day to Winter Daylight Savings 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
    Winter Daylight Savings to Spring Daylight Savings 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
    Spring Daylight Savings to Memorial Day 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
  • Council District: 7
  • Contact Information
    • Park Operations & Ranger Staff: 408-277-5254
    • Permits & Reservations: 408-794-7275
    • Wedding Coordinator: 408-794-6505
    • Happy Hollow Park & Zoo: 408-794-6400
    • History Park: 408-287-2290

Parking fees

Parking fees are collected daily. Each automated machine accepts exact cash (change is not dispensed) and credit cards (Visa, MasterCard and Discover Card). Parking space is not guaranteed and re-entry may not be allowed when space is unavailable. Annual passes are honored at Alum Rock Park, Lake Cunningham, Almaden Lake, Kelley Park and Happy Hollow Park & Zoo.

For more information on parking, contact Parks at 408-794-6504.

Type of Pass   Daily  Annual
Regular Parking Pass $6 $80

Discounted Parking Pass

  • Seniors (60+)
  • Disabled Person Parking
    • DMV Issued DP Paperwork needed
  • Military Veterans, or Active Military
    • DD214 or active military card for eligibility
    • Applications for discount must be submitted to Leininger Center IN ADVANCE of your visit.
 $2 $30 

Holiday Parking Pass

  • Easter Sunday
  • Mother's Day
  • Father's Day
  • Memorial Day
  • Independence Day
  • Labor Day
  $10 N/A

Amenities

 Wedding Site  Capacity  Fee  Ceremony Time

Living Symbol of Friendship - Shaded Area

A year-round brook flows the length of the garden, pausing now and again to calm itself in one of several lovely ponds. It is truly an idyllic place to hold a ceremony. *Photo permit fees are included in the reservation fee for wedding ceremonies. 

 300

9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.  

Resident: $1,200 / 4 hours

Nonresident: $1350 / 4 hours

 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
300  1:00 p.m. - 7 p.m. 

Resident: $1,800 / 4 hours

Nonresident: $2,000 / 4 hours

 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Rules and Regulations

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