Home › Missouri › Independence › A Secret Garden
A Secret Garden
4.5 ★★★★★ 451 Google reviews · Garden wedding venue in Independence, Missouri
Relaxed, fairytale-like venue for weddings featuring a garden, lights and a dance hall.
Plan your tour
- Today see hours ·
- Phone +1 816-716-9541
- Website asecretgardenwedding.net — most venues book tours right on their site
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 10 am–5 pm |
| Thursday | 10 am–5 pm |
| Friday | 10 am–7 pm |
| Saturday | 10 am–7 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The setting
“I asked for a Japanese garden party, and Russ delivered beyond any expectation I had for my wedding.”
“He adorned the Palm House in these magical parasols hanging from the ceiling with colorful lighting.”
Amenities couples mention
“No need to get ready elsewhere either because Russ has created an absolutely beautiful bridal suite to get ready in as well as a grooms suite.”
“No need to get ready elsewhere either because Russ has created an absolutely beautiful bridal suite to get ready in as well as a grooms suite.”
“I asked for a Japanese garden party, and Russ delivered beyond any expectation I had for my wedding.”
“Bartenders were fabulous, DJ Kurt killed it, and Russ’ insane artistic talent made it truly MAGICAL!”
What couples say again and again
“From the very beginning, he listened to us with intention and heart, and then transformed our ideas into something even more beautiful than we imagined.”
“Russ and his right hand, Gleanice, went above and beyond to make our wedding day perfect.”
“Glenice made everything so seamless and magical - she also played a huge role into why our wedding day was such a huge success for our guests and ourselves.”
“I was so overwhelmed the day of, that I couldn’t really try all the sweets that I knew I would love because our guests devoured them (as they were delicious).”
“The lush greenery and beautiful floral arrangements provided a breathtaking backdrop that perfectly matched our vision for a romantic ceremony.”
From the reviews
I don't even know where to begin. This place is absolutely breathtaking. Russ, your attention to detail could never be matched. (He literally hand made several pieces of decor if not all).
It’s a guarantee that you will find NOTHING else like this place!! “A Secret Garden” truly is SO unique in every way and will blow away every single person who steps foot onto the property. Russ has put so much love, time, and effort into this venue and it definitely shows!
The most beautiful venue and the owner is absolutely amazing. Attended a wedding for my friend and was helper for the bridesmaids/hydration lady and seeing how amazing he was with the bride / making sure guests were engaged and the ceremony was absolutely amazing. The venue is simply breathtaking.
A Secret Garden gave us more than a wedding, it gave us a moment in time Some people help plan weddings. Others help create memories that live in your heart forever. Russ is the latter. From the very beginning, Russ saw us.
Getting married at A Secret Garden
A Secret Garden comes up for weddings — confirmed on their own site. Two things make the tour worth it. First, see the garden at the time of day and season you'd actually get married — a garden that glows at golden hour in June can look very different at noon in March, so ask what's in bloom for your date and walk the path your guests take from parking to ceremony to reception. Second, bring your real questions: the rain plan (where does the ceremony move, and does it hold everyone?), shade and bugs for a summer afternoon, the catering and bar policy, the music curfew, and exactly what's included — tables, chairs, setup, and teardown are where quotes quietly diverge. Popular garden dates book 12–18 months out, so if the tour feels right, ask what's open in your season before you leave.
More garden venues near Independence
The Guild by MAiA
4.7 ★★★★★ 219 reviews
Charming, chandelier-adorned venue for weddings and other events, plus a lush garden for alfresco festivities.
Magnolia Venue & Urban Garden
4.3 ★★★★☆ 143 reviews
Event venue with exposed brick walls, chandeliers, and art deco touches, plus planning services.
Pilgrim Labyrinth & Butterfly Garden
4.8 ★★★★★ 36 reviews