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Introducing The UMLAUF Sculpture Garden & Museum
Whether hosting an intimate ceremony or an elaborate affair, the UMLAUF Sculpture Garden + Museum holds historic and romantic charm in the heart of Austin. The Garden offers winding pathways, tranquil ponds, and natural backdrops with celebrated bronze and stone sculptures placed within its landscape.
The UMLAUF can accommodate up to 250 guests for a seated dinner. The reception space includes festive lighting, a covered area, and surrounding lawns that can be tented to extend coverage. With its open-air limestone and steel design, the ceremony arbor is ideal for exchanging or viewing wedding vows for up to 200 guests.
For couples considering a personal way to celebrate their special day, the UMLAUF offers a daytime Intimate Wedding Ceremony option that includes admission for up to 15 guests (additional guests can be added for a max of 25 people). The Garden provides a serene, open-air backdrop with plenty of intimate spaces for small ceremonies.
SERVICE
Venue Use Fees
$2,750 to $4,950
The fee fluctuates depending on the time of the year and the day of the week.
Peak Season Saturday rate is $4,950
FEE INCLUDES
- 8 hours private access to the entire garden
- Event security and venue manager on duty
- Free unlimited parking
- One year family-level membership to the UMLAUF
- 1 changing room with private restroom
- access for wedding rehearsal
- access for 1 hour photo session
Food + Beverage
Below numbers based on the average of three proposals obtained from caterers on the venue's preferred list. Added $200 fee for setting up venue’s tables and chairs
BUFFET MEAL
100 guests = $8,550
150 guests = $11,400
200 guests = $14,800
250 guests = $17,800
ABOVE INCLUDES
- 3 passed appetizers
- Two proteins, salad, and side
- Bread on the table
- Drink station: coffee, tea and water
- Cake cutting service
SELECT FULL BAR
100 guests = $1,500
150 guests = $2,300
200 guests = $3,000
250 guests = $3,700
ABOVE INCLUDES
- 5 hours of bar service
- Mixers and ice for BYOB bar
- Increase for tableside wine service
- Increase for champagne toast
- Increase for top shelf liquors
Additional Rentals
The below estimates are based on proposals from a mid-priced rental store.
For a $500 fee, the venue provides 180 Fruitwood Chiavari Chairs with ivory cushion, 15 round dining tables; 25 eight-foot tables and 5 six-foot tables. Our rental calculations take this into account.
100 guests = $1,543
150 guests = $2,746
200 guests = $3,684
ESTIMATE INCLUDES
- Standard napkins
- Basic china, silverware, and glassware
- Setup, takedown, labor and fees
- Additional chairs (if applicable to guest count) assuming ceremony is onsite
CAPACITY
Ceremony Arbor
200 Guests Seated in Rows
250 Guests Standing Room
Terrace & Upper Lawn
250 Guests Cocktail Style
250 Guests Seated w/ DJ
250 guests Seated w/ Band
OUTDOORS
Outdoor Tenting
The Terrace can accommodate a small wedding reception without tenting if the ceremony is off-site.
Below tenting estimates including setup and delivery
- $500 Minimal (small wedding with a DJ)
- $1,500 Average (medium wedding with a band or DJ)
- $2,500 Full Tenting (large wedding with a band or DJ)
Heating + Cooling
Terrace comes with two built-in fans
Plan to rent outdoor heaters and cooling fans should you wish to use them in outdoor areas.
Sound + Lighting
Most couples use existing property lighting, including festoon lights draped in the trees.
Estimate includes working with DJ or band to provide dance floor lighting and uplights (estimate $750).
UTILITIES
Additional Power
It’s rare to bring extra power to this venue. Plenty of power for band, DJ and additional lighting.
Stage + Dance floor
- $1,200 is the average price of bringing in a third-party stage for a band.
- Most couples use existing patio for dancefloor
Restroom Facilities
Generally not necessary to bring in additional restrooms to this venue.
- 1 mens and 3 womens restrooms available off the main Terrace
- Additional private restroom in changing room
TRAVEL
Bussing
It's not common to bus guests to The UMLAUF Sculpture Garden & Museum. $900 is average for a
40 passenger bus to transport the wedding party and family.
Valet
You are not required to offer valet, but it is an elegant option.
- $500 for 100 Guests (25 cars)
- $1,000 for 150 Guests (50 cars)
- $1,500 for 200 Guests (75 cars)
- $1,700 for 250 Guests (100 cars)
Parking
Unlimited parking on property and across the street in overflow parking.
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