The Ogden Nature Center is pleased to offer its unique, outdoor settings for your next private event!
We have three beautiful locations to choose from. Each offer a unique experience for your event. Whether you're looking to host a family reunion, business retreat, or celebration of life, we have the perfect venue for you!
Explore your options below!
Visitor Center East Yard
Scheduling
- Mondays - Fridays 9 am - 5 pm
- Saturdays 9 am - 4 pm
- After Hours available upon request (10 pm cutoff)
- Rental time includes setup and cleanup.
- Must agree to rent for a minimum of 2 hours.
- Maximum rental time: 8 hours. Additional time may be added upon request.
Fees
- $125 per hour
- There is no member discount for rental packages
- $100 non-refundable deposit (This deposit will be applied toward the total cost)
Rental Fee Includes:
- Maximum occupancy of 25 people
- Rentals will be scheduled per hour and will include setup, your event, and cleanup
- Use of our picnic tables
- Use of Visitor Center restrooms
- Gift shop and lobby will be open for your guests
Additional Offerings
- $Al-a-carte for 30-minute bird presentation, by special arrangement.
- $100 for additional hour (past 8 hour maximum allotted time).
Renter Responsibilities
- Clients are responsible for
- Picnic table setup and moving
- Decoration setup and removal
- Removal of all food and decorations after the event
- Removal of all trash.
- Event deposits are non-refundable. Events will be held rain or shine unless Ogden Nature Center is closed due to severe weather conditions. There is NO RAIN PLAN at ONC.
- Client agrees to be responsible for any damages and/or theft to the premises, including its furniture, fixtures, equipment, and table accessories by his/her guests, invitees, employees, or other agents under the client’s control.
- Ogden Nature Center allows catering, including self-catering, from any vendor. Please note that drop-offs must happen within the specified rental time.
- If alcohol is to be served, a licensed bartender must be present
- Decorations: Streamers, banners, tablecloths, etc. are permitted. Balloons, confetti, straws, and piñatas are not permitted. This is for the safety of our ambassadors and the wildlife on grounds.
- NO SMOKING or VAPING is allowed anywhere on the grounds or in the building.
- Please make sure your guests DO NOT DISTURB the wildlife
- NO PETS are allowed at any time. (Service animals are always welcome, but must stay away from the mews. All service animals must be leashed.)
- Children must be supervised at all times
- No lit flames are allowed. Please use battery operated candles if candles are desired.
Things to know:
- Parking is approximately 800 to 1000 feet from the Visitor Center. There is one handicap parking stall near the Visitor Center, and room for two additional vehicles.
Visitor Center Back Yard
Scheduling
- Mondays - Fridays 9 am - 5 pm
- Saturdays 9 am - 4 pm
- After Hours available upon request (10 pm cutoff)
- Rental time includes setup and cleanup.
- Must agree to rent for a minimum of 2 hours.
- Maximum rental time: 8 hours. Additional time may be added upon request.
Fees
- $150 per hour
- There is no member discount for rental packages
- $100 non-refundable deposit (This deposit will be applied toward the total cost)
Rental Fee Includes:
- Maximum occupancy of 150 people
- Rentals will be scheduled per hour and will include setup, your event, and cleanup
- Use of our picnic tables
- Use of Visitor Center restrooms
- Gift shop and lobby will be open for your guests
Additional Offerings
- $Al-a-carte for 30-minute bird presentation, by special arrangement.
- $100 for additional hour (past 8 hour maximum allotted time).
Renter Responsibilities
- Clients are responsible for
- Picnic table setup and moving
- Decoration setup and removal
- Removal of all food and decorations after the event
- Removal of all trash.
- Event deposits are non-refundable. Events will be held rain or shine unless Ogden Nature Center is closed due to severe weather conditions. There is NO RAIN PLAN at ONC.
- Client agrees to be responsible for any damages and/or theft to the premises, including its furniture, fixtures, equipment, and table accessories by his/her guests, invitees, employees, or other agents under the client’s control.
- Ogden Nature Center allows catering, including self-catering, from any vendor. Please note that drop-offs must happen within the specified rental time.
- If alcohol is to be served, a licensed bartender must be present
- Decorations: Streamers, banners, tablecloths, etc. are permitted. Balloons, confetti, straws, and piñatas are not permitted. This is for the safety of our ambassadors and the wildlife on grounds.
- NO SMOKING or VAPING is allowed anywhere on the grounds or in the building.
- Please make sure your guests DO NOT DISTURB the wildlife
- NO PETS are allowed at any time. (Service animals are always welcome, but must stay away from the mews. All service animals must be leashed.)
- Children must be supervised at all times
- No lit flames are allowed. Please use battery operated candles if candles are desired.
Things to know:
- Parking is approximately 800 to 1000 feet from the Visitor Center. There is one handicap parking stall near the Visitor Center, and room for two additional vehicles.
Picnic Grove
Scheduling
- Mondays - Fridays 9 am - 5 pm
- Saturdays 9 am - 4 pm
- After Hours available upon request (10 pm cutoff)
- Rental time includes setup and cleanup.
- Must agree to rent for a minimum of 2 hours.
- Maximum rental time: 8 hours. Additional time may be added upon request.
Fees
- $200 per hour
- There is no member discount for rental packages
- $100 non-refundable deposit (This deposit will be applied toward the total cost)
Rental Fee Includes:
- Maximum occupancy of 200 people
- Rentals will be scheduled per hour and will include setup, your event, and cleanup
- Use of our picnic tables
- Use of Visitor Center restrooms
- Gift shop and lobby will be open for your guests
Additional Offerings
- $Al-a-carte for 30-minute bird presentation, by special arrangement.
- $100 for additional hour (past 8 hour maximum allotted time).
Renter Responsibilities
- Clients are responsible for
- Picnic table setup and moving
- Decoration setup and removal
- Removal of all food and decorations after the event
- Removal of all trash.
- Event deposits are non-refundable. Events will be held rain or shine unless Ogden Nature Center is closed due to severe weather conditions. There is NO RAIN PLAN at ONC.
- Client agrees to be responsible for any damages and/or theft to the premises, including its furniture, fixtures, equipment, and table accessories by his/her guests, invitees, employees, or other agents under the client’s control.
- Ogden Nature Center allows catering, including self-catering, from any vendor. Please note that drop-offs must happen within the specified rental time.
- If alcohol is to be served, a licensed bartender must be present
- Decorations: Streamers, banners, tablecloths, etc. are permitted. Balloons, confetti, straws, and piñatas are not permitted. This is for the safety of our ambassadors and the wildlife on grounds.
- NO SMOKING or VAPING is allowed anywhere on the grounds or in the building.
- Please make sure your guests DO NOT DISTURB the wildlife
- NO PETS are allowed at any time. (Service animals are always welcome, but must stay away from the mews. All service animals must be leashed.)
- Children must be supervised at all times
- No lit flames are allowed. Please use battery operated candles if candles are desired.
Things to know:
- Parking is approximately 800 to 1000 feet from the Visitor Center. There is one handicap parking stall near the Visitor Center, and room for two additional vehicles.
