The Japanese Friendship Garden is a place of meditation and contemplation. Walk the path slowly, relax, and enjoy the quiet beauty all around you. Experience Japanese culture when you visit this authentic Japanese stroll garden in Phoenix, AZ. The Japanese Friendship Garden of Phoenix is a traditional strolling garden as you would find in Japan. Come by to experience a calm feeling of serenity as you walk along the path. Host your event at the Japanese Friendship Garden! Our Garden has become one of the best outdoor facilities for wedding ceremonies and private events.

Organize your next festival or private event with us. Heritage Square is a popular gathering place. Heritage Square, tucked beneath the Phoenix skyline and suspended in time, is an impressive setting for any occasion. It boasts historical architecture and a lush green landscape, as well as a variety of unique spaces for personal, group, community, nonprofit, and corporate gatherings of all kinds. Larger events and festivals will fit perfectly within the Lath Pavilion and surrounding lawns, while smaller events and festivals will work just as well on the porch of the Rosson House. The adjacent historical architecture, rose garden, and lush grounds serve as the perfect backdrop for any event of any size or scope. We do not require renters to use preferred vendors for the sake of convenience, making this an excellent venue for creating an event that is uniquely yours.

Alwun House is a nonprofit arts organization set in an historic 1912 house in downtown Phoenix. The historic house is wrapped with patio gardens. Rental would include use of our tables and chairs, food tent and separate bar service area, stage, dressing room and both garden patios. There are multiple areas to stage the ceremony, even the front yard lawn has been used for the ceremony. You would have access the entire day (9am to midnight) allowing you time to start setup in morning, decorate per your desires then host the ceremony/reception in afternoon/evening. We do permit self catering. It's pack-it-in and pack-it-out in the one day.

The Oasis at 2828 can be adapted to fit any social, corporate, or nonprofit event. Breathe easy with hands-on support from an onsite event manager for your in-person, blended, or fully remote event. This venue is designed to accommodate all-inclusive event solutions including pre and post conference meeting areas, break out rooms, higher level AV solutions, and more. Whether you’re planning a seminar, digital conference, or a wedding, you’ll have everything you need to create an experience that is aligned with your vision.