Banquets & Weddings

About the Gazebo

The Deep River Gazebo is the perfect setting for your wedding. Located east of the picturesque Historic Wood's Grist Mill, the gazebo adds to the romance of that special day. Make your reservation by calling the corporate office at 219-769-7275. The fee is $250 plus tax. Park staff will set up 100 chairs for your ceremony so you can take advantage of the nostalgic atmosphere of the park. Deep River County Park allows for breathtaking pictures to capture the tender moments of your special day to last you a lifetime. Wood's Mill provides an enhancing antique touch to all photos.

General Information

• The wedding party has a 2-hour time limit in which to set-up, conduct the ceremony, take pictures, and clean up.
• Park buildings may not be used as dressing rooms.
• Decorations may be added to the Gazebo if done without the use of tacks, pins, nails, or other items that would cause damage. Tape is acceptable, but must be removed at the completion of the ceremony.
• Vehicles are only allowed in the parking lot.
• The Park Department does not provide or have available indoor facilities in case of inclement weather. An alternate site must be arranged by the individual.
• Music is permitted, but it must be non-amplified. No D.J. booths or generators. Small boom boxes are okay.
• Receiving lines are not permitted in front of the Mill. All receiving lines must occur on the east and north sides of the Mill.
• The Park Department does not provide electrical hook-up.
• Receptions may be scheduled at the picnic shelters on County Line Road, but no electricity is available.
• Please be courteous to the next wedding party by cleaning up after your event.
• We ask that you please throw birdseed instead of rice. Birds eating rice can receive internal injuries from the rice as it swells.
• The Deep River parking lot will hold up to 95 cars. Please note the park is open to the public.
• Reservation fees must be paid in advance and are non-refundable.

Times

• 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
• 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
• 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
• 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.
• *5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

*(No evening reservation after the third week in September due to diminishing sunlight.

Taking Photos in the Park

You are permitted to use the park for photos even if your wedding ceremony is conducted elsewhere, however you may not in any way disrupt a wedding or others taking photos. If you are using a professional photographer, he / she has probably taken photos at DR and understands the best places for pictures and the protocol. Please note that no one is permitted to mark in any manner the sidewalks, sides of buildings (including the sawmill and bridges) to identify their photos. Bring a dry erase board for that. There are always people taking photos and most times they are very respectful of each other. It is a happy day for all to be celebrated with good memories. If there is a wedding or weddings scheduled during your photo session you may not use the gazebo. There are lots of other good shots available. Our best wishes are extended to everyone.