The Terrace at Tibbs Run, Hidden Gem in Morgantown
Celebrate your love with the scenic beauty and elegant simplicity that the West Virginia Botanic Garden (WVBG) has to offer. The outdoor Celebration Garden showcases the allure and privacy of the forest for you and your guests to enjoy during your ceremony under the covered pavilion. The Terrace at Tibbs Run features magnificent floor-to-ceiling windows that look out onto 85 acres of stunning forests.
In harmony with nature and gardens The Terrace was skillfully designed for weddings, meetings, conferences, and events that showcase the rustic beauty of West Virginia. Nestled between Morgantown and Cheat Lake, the West Virginia Botanic Garden is accessible but secluded. Everything you need is within reach. There are over a dozen hotels within a ten-mile radius, a variety of restaurants nearby, and numerous catering options. This modern and spacious venue is the perfect setting for any gathering.
The Terrace is available to book April through December and features:
● Temperature controlled gorgeous brand-new building (completed August 2022!)
● Cozy fireplace which can be enjoyed inside and outside
● Flex space which can be used as a weather backup for ceremonies, dancing, and/or cocktail hour
● Two changing suites
● Separate restrooms with 4 stalls each
● Caterers’ kitchen
● Private Terrace parking lot for up to 42 vehicles (additional parking options available)
● House sound system with two 86” televisions
● Wireless microphone
● Electric shades to dim the stunning floor to ceiling view if necessary
● High speed internet
The West Virginia Botanic Garden is a non-profit agency and a public garden, committed to education and the preservation of our natural resources.
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Amenities + details
Ceremony Area
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Covered Outdoors Space
Liability Insurance
On-Site Accommodations
Ceremony Types
Civil Union
Commitment Ceremony
Elopement
Interfaith Ceremony
Non-Religious Ceremony
Religious Ceremony
Guest Capacity
Up to 150
Settings
Garden
Trees
Venue Service Offerings
Bar & Drinks
Bar Rental
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12/16/2023 • Carol B
This venue is absolutely beautiful, the surrounding grounds are stunning. The professionalism, communication and response time by the staff (Dana Larcenaire) was prompt and extremely helpful. Our event from start to finish was awesome! Highly recommend.
11/28/2023 • Beth P
We had an event this fall. The team was great to work with and the venue was perfect!
11/28/2023 • Madelyn B
We had our wedding here in May and it was everything we dreamed of! Gorgeous venue with indoor and outdoor spaces. Dana was very communicative and helpful!
Any questions?
11/28/2023 • Servando A
The venue and staff were amazing!!! Even with a few delays throughout the day, the team there made the event run as smoothly as possible!
11/28/2023 • Sunny D
This place was amazing. Nestled amidst breathtaking landscapes, this venue offered the perfect blend of elegance and charm. The picturesque surroundings provided an exquisite backdrop for our ceremony and photoshoot. The staff's impeccable attention to detail ensured that every aspect, from planning to execution, was flawless.
11/28/2023 • Benjamin D
The Botanic Garden was a fantastic venue for our wedding, and the communication we had with them was seamless from start to finish. Their pricing and packages were clearly stated out and very fair. The Event Sales Manager made it very easy for us to get everything together, and she was always available for any sort of question we had.
The flexibility for unknown weather conditions at the venue was great. We had the option of moving our ceremony indoors if the weather were to take a turn for the worse, which my wife and I very much appreciated.
Finally, I’d be a fool to not mention the breathtaking scenery of the venue. Our summer wedding seemed like it was straight out of a fairytale. We loved being so close to nature, and the setting sun on the terrace is something I will never forget.
We highly recommend this venue to any couple who is looking for a beautiful venue that will make their wedding day truly unforgettable!
11/24/2023 • Chessy C
We cannot say enough positive things about our experience at West Virginia Botanic Garden's Terrace at Tibbs Run. From the moment we stepped foot on the beautiful premises, we were greeted by an enchanting atmosphere and warm hospitality from the incredible person at the helm, Dana. The garden grounds are absolutely gorgeous, and the facility is somehow both rustic and modern at the same time. We knew immediately upon arrival that it was where we wanted to get married, and we couldn't wait to celebrate there with our closest family and friends.
Dana was an absolute gem throughout the entire planning process, and her attention to detail, professionalism, and investment in our special day made all the difference. We felt as if she genuinely cared about our story and making the day special for us. The venue itself had everything we could have wished for and more! The Celebration Garden, with it's trees and gazebo, was magical and perfect for our ceremony, and guests raved about cocktail hour on the veranda. We were able to take beautiful pictures on the garden grounds, and our photographer was thrilled with the options available. The indoor reception area, with its wall of windows and state-of-the-art resources, was the perfect space for dinner and dancing. The kitchen area was perfect for our caterer, the changing rooms were lovely, and there was plenty of room for everything we needed and wanted!
Our wedding day was everything we dreamed of and more, and we owe a huge "thank you" to Dana at the Terrace at Tibbs Run for making it a reality. We couldn't be happier with our choice, and we feel fortunate for finding it each time we look at our pictures and reminisce about our wedding day. The only thing we regret is how quickly the evening went, so book more time than you think you'll need so that you can make more memories!
Response from the Vendor on 11/28/2023
You (and your Husband 😉) were an absolute dream to work with and we feel so fortunate that you choose The Terrace at Tibbs Run to celebrate your love. Your photos captured the magic perfectly and we hope you come visit The Garden very soon! Th...
ank you so much for your kind review.
5/09/2023 • Vinila V
Best wedding venue in Morgantown. I had my wedding recently at this venue on April 30th. Perfect for a destination wedding venue. The best part of the venue is its glass structure and view in and around as it is in the West Virginia Botanic Garden.
All our guest enjoyed the view and had a lots of pictures.
The manager Dana was really friendly and helpful. We also can have outside catering for food of our choice.
For the best experience of your big day this will be the great venue 😍❤️
Response from the Vendor on 05/10/2023
Vinila it was wonderful working with you and meeting your guests from all over the world! Please come visit the Garden again very soon. Best wishes!
5/06/2023 • AKHIL J
BEST WEDDING VENUE IN MORGANTOWN. It’s a new place and hidden diamond. Perfect set for wedding in the woods. I recently had my Indian wedding on 04/30/2023. Special thanks to Dana, she is very cooperative and worked beyond her limits. This Venue allows to get external catering services and allowed us to serve Indian food to guests.
Response from the Vendor on 05/06/2023
Thank you Akhil! We had so much fun celebrating with you. What a wonderful way to introduce your family and friends from all over the world to our wild and wonderful state! Please come visit us at the garden again very soon.
12/30/2022 • Sunmi C
WVBG, the Terrace is truly the dream-come-true location for anyone considering a wedding or a concert! We (Summit Chamber Music Series) present classical chamber music concerts throughout the year, and I can honestly say that the Terrace is a wonderful location for concerts in terms of acoustics, surroundings, facility. The staff there is also incredibly kind, helpful and communicative! I highly highly recommend WVGB!
Response from the Vendor on 01/10/2023
It was an absolute pleasure having you transform the space Sunmi. The dramatic gorgeous music and your radiant positive energy filled the Terrace and all of the guests with light and gratitude. We are looking forward to welcoming you back this ...
year!
12/21/2022 • Amanda S
Great place for small gathering. Beautiful venue and views of the gardens. Dana was so helpful in helping the day go smoothly. Highly recommended!
Response from the Vendor on 12/22/2022
Thank you so much for thinking of the West Virginia Botanic Garden for your special event. Please come back and visit!
12/16/2022 • Brett G
Fantastic service. Very easy to work with! Highly recommend using them!
Response from the Vendor on 12/16/2022
Thank you Brett! You were fantastic to work with as well.
12/16/2022 • Kate T
A beautiful new venue in the heart of the verdant Botanic Gardens with everything you need for an elegant and well appointed indoor/outdoor event: beautiful views, decks with a fireplace overlooking the native landscape, modern and thoughtful architectural design, catering space, parking, the list goes on! I would highly recommend this event space.
Response from the Vendor on 12/16/2022
Thank you very much for choosing The Terrace Kate. I hope that you will come visit The Garden again soon.
12/16/2022 • Alison C
This event location is unapparelled in the Morgantown, WV area for its modern beauty and intimate view of the natural surroundings. Dana and the support staff at WVBG went above and beyond to help make our work event a smashing success - all our guests were enamored by the setting; it was the perfect location to have our stakeholders and community members meet for a networking social with special guest speakers. Everything from planning to execution was a breeze with Dana and we look forward to the next event we host there!
Response from the Vendor on 12/16/2022
Alison, it was absolutely fantastic working with you. What a wonderful team you have! We are looking forward to welcoming you back to the space in the near future. We will have to reconnect over a hike this spring!
12/16/2022 • Sara H
The West Virginia Botanic Garden gave us the most beautiful place to be married in. My husband and I dreamt of an outdoor wedding that would celebrate the beauty of where we live, and the Botanic Garden delivered. Their new event space was perfect for our dinner and dancing and the outdoor space gave our guests the scenic views of our state that we had envisioned.
Dana the whole WVBG board of directors are great to work with and this is our area's best new ceremony and reception venue. Thank you to their entire team!
Response from the Vendor on 12/16/2022
Sara, thank you very much for your kind words. Your wedding transformed the space into the most whimsical and elegant event and the glow of your guests faces matched that of the many lights and candles. You saw the full potential in the space b...
efore the building was even complete! Thank you for putting your trust in us here at The Garden. We will absolutely be in touch. -Dana
12/16/2022 • Kym A
The tiny pavilion was a perfect place for out intimate ceremony. We chose the elopement package for our small group of 10. Dana was amazing to work with. Everything was just perfect.
Response from the Vendor on 12/16/2022
Kym, I am so glad that the West Virginia Botanic Garden fit your vision for your special elopement. Now that the new space is complete I hope you and your family will come visit the new Celebration Garden to see our larger pavilion and bridge c...
onnecting the space to our brand new event center! You will love the view from the deck.
12/15/2022 • Nicolas H
Dana and her team at the WVBG literally moved mountains to give us the wedding day of our dreams. I can’t over-emphasize how much they did for us, how beautiful the new ceremony garden is, and what this place means to us. It is easily and definitively the best place to get married at in North Central West Virginia. You won’t regret it - they’re just the best!
Response from the Vendor on 12/15/2022
Nic, it was an absolute pleasure working with you and your beautiful bride. I am extremely glad we were able to shuffle things around to get you two the date you wanted. It was such a magical day and it was fun watching it all come together thr...
ough your phenomenal family, friends, and incredible event coordinator. We will definitely catch up in the new year. Thank you for the memories and amazing photographs that will forever help us showcase the full potential of our gorgeous new venue. -Dana
12/15/2022 • Diane A
Dana was wonderful to work with through our entire company event.! Beautiful venue and plenty of space for entertaining a large group of people. We will definitely be back next year!
Response from the Vendor on 12/16/2022
Thank you for choosing The Terrace at Tibbs Run for your event Diane. It was fantastic having you celebrate here and we look forward to welcoming you back next year!
12/14/2022 • Gabriella R
We did our tour with Dana today and she is absolutely amazing! The venue is so modern and beautiful, I couldn’t ask for a better venue! Cannot wait to have my wedding here in September!
Thank you so much Dana!
Response from the Vendor on 12/15/2022
It was a pleasure showing you the space Gabriella! I am so happy that our venue fits your vision and am thrilled to be able to celebrate with you here at The Garden. We will definitely be in touch!
10/18/2021 • Chad K
My wife and I held our wedding reception at the West Virginia Botanic Garden on October 10th, 2021. Being from Morgantown and having spent a lot of time at the WVBG in the past, we knew it would be a great place to hold our reception. The manager Philip, was incredibly accommodating to help us out. He opened the facility an hour earlier than originally agreed upon so that we would have enough time to do our set up (this meant he woke up at 4:00 am just to give us a little extra time). Signage was put in place to direct the flow of foot traffic prior to our event starting which gave us an extra secluded feel.
We were given full use of the Education & Event Center with free reign to use it to its maximum potential. Our caterer was able to set up effortlessly and easily serve all of the guests. Luckily the weather was incredible so that we were able to open the sliding glass doors and dance on the patio outside.
Perhaps we were intoxicated on the drug of matrimony, but our recollection of the event made us believe that our reception would not have been any better anywhere else. Moreover, the price made it by FAR one of the cheapest options in town. Add in all of the amenities, and it is, without question, the best value for the money spent.
Response from the Vendor on 03/11/2022
Thank you for hosting your wedding at The WV Botanic Garden. It was fantastic to work with you during your beautiful celebration and we are so trilled everything came together perfectly, including the weather. Cheers!
9/29/2021 • Tiffany N
Not a great venue for weddings! Phillip, the manager, was not very pleasant because we was 30 minutes late leaving. He informed me he’d be keeping our security deposit. I said not a problem and I understood. He then looked out and saw the “mess” and said I can’t “f’ing” believe this. I stayed calm and offered to clean up whatever he wanted even though we paid a cleaning fee. He then came outside and went off over a broken bottle. At this point I started giving it back. My recommendation is they change their contract not allowing alcohol at all or at least no glass bottles. Scarecrows was placed in direct view of ceremony - we asked only 2 be moved. This was thrown up in my face - sorry we didn’t pay $3,000+ for photographer and videographer to have scarecrows in them. On another note, there is absolutely no lighting to the parking areas. My recommendation would be to have events end and guest leave before dark. The father of the bride actually ran into a tree limb and hurt his ear badly because his cell phone died and he had no flashlight. We had to sweep both deck areas prior to setting up and the lawn was very high. We asked and they did mow, but this was after tent was up and tables laying under tent. While we made the venue look absolutely stunning, I feel the WVBG is not a good place for weddings, especially those serving alcohol or those with handicap/elderly guests. Phillip, I cuss, but know when not to! You dropping the F bomb was very unprofessional.
Congratulations on your engagement! The Garden is a beautiful place in every season, with stunning views and an unmatched warmth. Our brand new event center, The Terrace at Tibbs Run offers a variety of options for your big day. I suggest a site visit, so we can discuss your dream wedding and work out the details together. Don't hesitate to contact me with questions, I look forward to working with you!
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