Franciscan Gardens 31815 Camino Capistrano • San Juan Capistrano • CA 92675
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Why You'll Love This Place
A Here Comes The Guide Wedding Venue Review
- Tucked away in the heart of historic San Juan Capistrano, this hidden gem combines an enchanting Old World setting with a topnotch planning team. Throughout the process, you'll receive exceptional guidance and care from the experts at 24 Carrots, the region's premiere catering and events company, ensuring a spectacularly executed celebration.
- Elegant wooden doors open onto the exquisite Spanish Courtyard, surrounded by lush gardens, vine-wrapped pergolas, and charming fountains, all illuminated by glowing bistro lights. Walls of greenery create a secluded feel, despite its central location just steps from California’s “Jewel of the Missions."
- Originally constructed in 1920, the beautiful Ballroom showcases original brick walls, gleaming wood flooring, and open beamed ceilings draped with gorgeous modern chandeliers. Two on-site suites provide lovely settings for wedding party prep; each is fully outfitted with mirrors, stylish lounge furniture, and built-in bar areas.
PRICES: What's this going to cost?
Rental Fee
- $4,500–10,000/event
- Rental fee varies depending on:
- Day of week
Rental fees include:
- Access to the property from 10am–midnight on the wedding day
- Flexible indoor & outdoor event layouts
- Two getting ready suites, each with full length mirrors, mini-fridges, and storage space
- Ballroom with historic exposed brick walls and chandeliers
- 1-hour ceremony rehearsal
- Menu tasting at 24 Carrots Catering & Events headquarters
- Bistro string lights, lamppost lights, and landscaping lights
- Tables, bentwood chairs, round sweetheart table, and circular archway
- Ample additional parking in nearby City-operated lot (fees apply)
Package Prices
- $100/event and up
Wedding packages include the venue rental, chairs, tables, and more.
Meals (when priced separately)
- $100/person and up
Service Charge or Gratuity
- 22%
Capacity
| Indoors | Outdoors | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Ceremony | Seated | 180 | 200 |
| Cocktails, etc. | Standing | 200 | 200 |
| Reception | Seated | 180 | 200 |
| Meetings | Total meeting capacity for this venue is 200. | ||
Venue Details
Site Uses
- Ceremony
- Outdoor Ceremony
- Wedding Receptions
- Outdoor Reception
- All-Inclusive
- Rehearsal Dinner
- Special Events / Parties
- Business Functions / Meetings
- Late Night
- LGBTQ+ Friendly
Essential Info
Price
$$ • $$$
Catering
In-house
Alcohol
In-house
Amplified Music
Outdoors
Wheelchair Access
Wheelchair accessible
Availability
Year-round, daily, until midnight.
Venue Type
Buildings & other settings available:
- Banquet Hall / Events Facility
- Garden
- Historic / Landmark Building
- Patio / Deck / Terrace
Venue Views
Peep the views you’ll enjoy from this venue!
- Fountain / Water Feature
- Garden
Franciscan Gardens
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