Special Occasions Photography

Lush, romantic backdrops for your wedding and engagement photographs can be found everywhere in the Garden. From the explosions of pink during cherry blossom season to the fiery hues of autumn foliage, the Garden provides one stunning tableau after another for couples who desire a photography session on-site.

To hold a wedding or engagement photo session at the Garden, please submit this brief form, and BBG's Registration staff will contact you.

Request a Photo Session Permit

Guidelines for Wedding Photography Sessions

• Bookings are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Sessions are available during business hours:
  April–October, 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  November–March, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
• Fee: $350 for up to 25 people (plus 4.5% booking fee). The fee is nonrefundable.
• The couple is encouraged to visit the Garden a week or two before the photo session to see what's blooming and select a location. Show your permit at the ticket window to receive complimentary tickets for up to 3 people for your planning visit.
• Each session is 60 minutes; a security guard escort is provided to ensure that the session is not disrupted and to enforce the time limit.
• End times are enforced; we suggest the wedding party arrive 10 to 15 minutes early to avoid losing scheduled session time getting ready.
• No indoor photos are allowed.
• If the session is rained out, a rain date will be given. The rain date is good for one calendar year from the date on your permit.
• No outside food is allowed.
• For more information, please contact [email protected] or call 718-623-7220.