Brazilian Room
Guests wind through Berkeley's Tilden Regional Park and arrive at a historic garden venue surrounded by native oak and bay trees, with sweeping views across the San Francisco Bay.
Brazilian Room is a garden destination wedding venue in CA, United States, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) (SFO), 45–60 minutes via car. Best months: June, July, August, September.
About Brazilian Room
Guests wind through Berkeley's Tilden Regional Park and arrive at a historic garden venue surrounded by native oak and bay trees, with sweeping views across the San Francisco Bay.
The Brazilian Room's open-air pavilion and manicured grounds create a naturally sophisticated setting where 20 to 150 guests experience both intimacy and grandeur.
Couples appreciate the venue's flexibility, whether hosting an afternoon garden ceremony or evening reception, the space adapts to your vision without requiring heavy decoration.
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The Brazilian Room is one of our favorite venues! We're wedding photographers and we've really enjoyed the couple of weddings we've shot here. Highly recommend it!
Jamie & Lauren Eichar · on Google →Capacity, rooms and facilities
Money
- Price
- US$1,500 to US$6,000 venue feeAisle estimate
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- SFO, 60 min by carAisle estimate
The spaces
- Setting
- Countryside, historic, elegantAisle estimate
Venue highlights
- East Bay Parks operates the venue, offering professional event coordination and established vendor networks
- Capacity ranges from 20 to 150 guests, accommodating both intimate gatherings and larger celebrations
- Built-in pavilion with electricity, water, and kitchen facilities eliminates need for external rentals
- Google rating of 4.8/5 reflects consistent guest satisfaction and reliable management
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
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Use this as a starting point and adapt it to your bookings and guests.
- 4:00 PMRehearsal: Ceremony walk-through in garden; pavilion lighting and setup check
- 10:00 AMVendor arrival and final setup (florals, tables, sound system)
- 3:00 PMGuest arrival and mingling in garden; cocktail hour
- 4:00 PMCeremony begins; guests seated on garden lawn or chairs
- 5:00 PMReception: Dinner and toasts in pavilion; dancing
- 10:00 PMEvent conclusion; final guest departure
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- SFO · about 1 h by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into San Francisco International Airport (SFO).
- Typical total
- $8,000–25,000Aisle estimate
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$8,000–25,000 for 50–100 guests (venue + catering + flowers + photography; excludes lodging)
- Ceremony fee
- $400–800Aisle estimate
- Reception
- $35–65 a headAisle estimate
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$35–65 (catering from approved vendors; bar and service fees additional)
- Room rate
- $120–250 a nightAisle estimate
See the full figure+
$120–250 (Berkeley/Oakland hotels; luxury options $250–400+)
- Weather window
- June – September
The months the weather is kindest. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- (510) 544-3164
Answered by the venue in local hours.
East Bay Parks sets venue rental rates; catering is separate. Request current pricing and seasonal availability directly via the EBParks website.
Questions about the venue
What is included in the venue rental?+
The Brazilian Room rental includes access to the pavilion, kitchen facilities, tables, chairs, and parking. Event coordination through East Bay Parks is available. Outside catering is permitted with approved vendors.
Are there on-site accommodation options?+
The Brazilian Room itself does not include lodging. However, the venue is located in Berkeley, with hotels ranging from budget to luxury options within 10–20 minutes. Many wedding parties book properties in nearby Oakland, Berkeley, and Walnut Creek.
Can we hold both ceremony and reception at this venue?+
Yes. The open gardens accommodate ceremony setups, and the pavilion is reception space. The natural elevation changes and tree placements allow you to define separate ceremony and dining areas.
What are the weather contingencies?+
The pavilion provides weather protection for dining. For ceremonies, you may rent a tent. East Bay Parks staff can advise on weather patterns and backup timing during booking.
Are there vendor restrictions?+
Catering must come from East Bay Parks' approved vendor list or receive special approval. Photography and florals operate freely. Full details are provided upon rental agreement.
Could this be your venue?
Ask about your plans, pricing and availability. You do not need a fixed date yet.
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Sources and booking notes
Confirm your dates, guest numbers, room arrangements and inclusions with the venue before booking. An enquiry does not reserve a date. Figures labelled Aisle estimate are modelled from regional rates and public sources; they are not venue quotes.