Greenfield Park

Spanning 240 feet across, the Rotary Wheel Garden is the world’s largest Rotary symbol and one of Wilmington’s most unique landmarks. Built in 1965 to commemorate the Rotary Club of Wilmington’s 50th anniversary, the Garden stands as both a community gathering space and a symbol of civic service.

 A popular wedding destination — the Wheel Garden hosts an average of 15–20 weddings each year, with its gazebo and flower-lined paths serving as a backdrop for ceremonies and photography. The Rotary Wheel Garden is available for private events, including: Weddings, Community Celebrations, Photoshoots, Small performances or ceremonies.

Amenities:

• Central gazebo
• Paved walkways for easy guest movement
• Scenic, well-maintained landscape
• Evening lighting system

Location: 1941 Amphitheater Drive

Rental Guidlines:

• Reservations: Required for all private events
• Capacity: Best suited for small to medium gatherings.
• Decorations: Must be approved to protect plantings and historic features.
• Set-Up & Clean-Up: Responsibility of the renter.
• Restrictions: No open flames, staking, or activities that could damage landscaping.
• Access: There is no access to bathroom facilities, water or power. Portable options would need to be brought at the expense of the renter. Placement would need to be approved prior to event date.
  
  

Rental Timeframe: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Rental Fee (Over 50 Persons)

•  Non-Profit (Resident): $100.00
• Non-Profit (Non-Resident): $110
• Private (Resident): $125.00
• Private (Non-Resident): $175.00

Rental Fee (Under 50 Persons)

• Non-Profit (Resident): $80.00
• Non-Profit (Non-Resident): $90
• Private (Resident): $105
• Private (Non-Resident): $155

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To reserve the Rotary Wheel Garden, please contact the main office at 910-341-7855. Inquiries may also be submitted via email. Prospective renters may also choose to submit an inquiry via our online portal, here.

The Fragrance Garden, located beside the Greenfield Lake Amphitheater, offers a beautiful lakeside setting ideal for weddings, ceremonies, and special gatherings. This intimate garden features seasonal plantings, paved walkways, a small pier, an open area with a pergola, and a working depression-era style fountain, providing a picturesque backdrop for your event.

A popular wedding destination - the Fragrance Garden hosts an average of 6-8 weddings each year, with its lakeside charm serving as a backdrop for ceremonies and photography.

Amenities:

• Paved and brick walkways
• Scenic, well-maintained landscape
• Power connection
  
  

Rental Guidelines: 

• Reservations: Required for all private events.
• Capacity: Best suited for small to medium gatherings.
• Decorations: Must be approved to protect plantings and historic features.
• Set-Up & Clean-Up: Responsibility of the renter.
• Restrictions: No open flames, staking, or activities that could damage landscaping.
• Access: There is no access to bathrooms or water at this site. Portable options would need to be brought to any event at the cost of the renter and placement would need to be approved.

Location: 1963 Amphitheater Drive

Rental Timeframe: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Rental Fee (Over 50 Persons)

•  Non-Profit (Resident): $100.00
• Non-Profit (Non-Resident): $110
• Private (Resident): $125.00
• Private (Non-Resident): $175.00

Rental Fee (Under 50 Persons)

• Non-Profit (Resident): $80.00
• Non-Profit (Non-Resident): $90
• Private (Resident): $105
• Private (Non-Resident): $155

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To reserve the Fragrance Garden, please contact the main office at 910-341-7855. Inquiries may also be submitted via email. Prospective renters may also choose to submit an inquiry via our online portal, here.

Though the park is owned by the city, the concert venue is managed by Live Nation. Learn more about seating, parking and upcoming events here.

The City of Wilmington’s Parks & Recreation Department invited the community to be part of history as we celebrated 100 years of Greenfield Park! The event took place on Saturday, November 1, at 1941 Amphitheater Drive, filling the park with community, reflection, and celebration.

The ceremony began at 11:00 AM with inspiring remarks from the Rotary Club, REV Credit Union, Cape Fear Garden Club members, and City & County Officials. Following these tributes, a time capsule was dedicated and will be buried in the near future, preserving the day’s stories and memories for future generations. Thank you to those who contributed items.

The celebration continued with families enjoying a bounce house, community vendors, and local food trucks before heading over to the FREE Centennial Concert at the Greenfield Lake Amphitheater from 2 – 6 PM (gates opened at 2 PM).

The day provided an opportunity to make memories while honoring the past and looking forward to the future of Greenfield Park.

Thank you to our AMAZING community - and community partners - for celebrating this milestone with us. 

Have photos from the day? Send them our way, here!

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To learn more about the project, click here. 

Para obtener más información sobre el proyecto, haga clic aquí