Brookside Gardens

1800 Glenallan Avenue, Wheaton, MD 20902· Montgomery County· Community / Government

Official venue page

Hosts: Wedding, reception, shower, social event, memorial

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Outside food or caterer

Outside food OK

“on-site facilities for the caterer of your choice” venue page

Alcohol

Alcohol policy not published

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The details

Guests: Up to 120 guests
Rental price: Not published by the venue. Ask them.
Parking: Not published by the venue. Ask them.
Outdoor space: Yes; “host a seated reception for up to 120 in the Auditorium or outdoors on the Aquatic Overlook” venue page
Accessibility: Not published by the venue. Ask them.
Sound and A/V: Integrated A/V in Visitor Center meeting spaces; “all equipped with integrated A/V technology” venue page

Amenities

Warming kitchen (no cooking)
120 outdoor padded folding chairs

Checked against the venue's official page on November 2, 2026. Venues change prices and rules, so confirm with them before you book. Source: montgomeryparks.org.

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Brookside Gardens

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The details

Amenities

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