City of Oakland California

700 JEAN STREET, OAKLAND
(510) 238-3187

The Morcom Rose Garden is a fantasyland of thousands of fragrant roses amid tranquil fountains. With four areas to choose from, the Rose Garden provides a stunning backdrop for weddings and bridal photography. The Garden, listed among the top 10 in the nation by the American Rose Garden Society, is located off Grand Avenue near the Piedmont border. The Garden is available for reservations from Mother’s Day through the end of October. It is rented in two-hour increments.

• Fantasy land of multicolored, fragrant roses.
• An elegant setting amid tranquil fountains.
• A peaceful oasis located in the middle of the city.

• Facility Rental Application

Wedding Schedule (Hours) 

• 9am - 11am
• 11:15am - 1:15pm
• 1:30pm - 3:30pm
• 3:45pm - 5:45pm
• 6pm - 8pm

Minimum Rental Requirements
Minimum of two hours for the use of the facility plus deposit.
 
Rental Areas
The entire outdoor facility at the Rose Garden can be reserved.

Capacity
200 Standing
The Office of Parks and Recreation does not provide set up nor chairs for this facility. Customers are responsible for providing chairs for their wedding ceremony.

Please Note: There are restrictions that apply for the reservation and usage of this facility. Food and Beverages are not allowed. Electricity is not available and generators are not allowed on the premises.

Parking
There is no available parking on Jean Street. Please go to Sunnyside Avenue, take Olive Avenue off of Sunnyside Avenue and park on Olive Avenue. From there simply walk to the enchanting Rose Garden.

Americans with Disabilities Act
The Rose Garden is accessible by patrons on foot or by wheelchair along the primary path of travel through the scenic rosebuds. The bathrooms and waterfall path are not accessible.