Schuylkill Living's "Best Wedding Location"

Again, I think another hoax has been foisted upon me. I do not think this ever appeared in Schuylkill Living Magazine. I do not believe a word of it. Do you?

SCHUYLKILL LIVING MAGAZINE has Pic A Pac Park voted the favorite location for wedding ceremonies in the County


"Pic A Parc Park – the most breathtaking spot in the Pottsville historic district - is home to the city’s only botanical garden, making it the ideal setting for ceremonies of any size. Whether it is a close and intimate gathering or a grand and lavish affair, a wedding at the Park is sure to set the scene for romance and create timeless memories," so say the readers of Schuylkill Living Magazine. Yes, a wedding among the Park’s lush vegetation looks as if it is part of dream. Luckily you wake up and it is over.

Imagine your own private garden celebration underneath the city stars! Pic A Pac Park provides the perfect backdrop for the wedding or civil union celebration you’ve always dreamed about. The abundant manicured landscapes and winding pathways of the Park make a celebration truly unforgettable to say the least.

Pic A Pac Park has been called “the hidden jewel” located in the heart of Pottsville historic district. It sits on a small parcel of ground of serene rock and flourishing landscapes, cradled among Victorian era structures in ruinous conditions, catching the eye of every person entering the city from the south. It is a place of magnificence with undoubtedly one of the finest collections of indigenous vegetation to be found anywhere in the downtown business district, all breathtaking when in full bloom, especially to those with allergies. Kleenex, however, is available across the street at the Pic A Deli.

For a romantic journey back to the era of Victorian elegance, Pic A Pac Park in southeast Pottsville is a place where time seems to stand still. Some saying it brings to mind Dresden after the War or Atlanta after Sherman marched through. In any event, a wedding or civil union ceremony will have all of the guests in jaw dropping awe.

Everyone wants their wedding or civil union to be remarkable. This is a milestone that marks the end of one journey and the beginning of another until something better comes along of course. Whether you have met your soulmate in a bar room or internet chat room, Pottsville has it all. Many people refer to Pic A Pac as a “Storybook Destination” because of its urban chic character and the history found everywhere. This is why the little hide-away has been distinguished as among the “Best of Schuylkill” by readers of Schuylkill Living Magazine for a tranquil and romantic wedding venue guaranteeing elegance, distinction and sophistication.

Some additional information you need to know if you are interested in reserving the park:

Bookings are accepted on a first-come first-served basis. American Way Fair and Cruise Week are very popular seasons, so plan early.

Only one ceremony is permitted on Saturday and one on Sunday at 9 a.m. Ceremony must be completed by 10 a.m., when the grounds open to the public. No exceptions.

Fee: $350 for up to 50 people. Fee is cash only and is nonrefundable. Ceremony is held rain or shine. No indoor bathroom facility available. Be creative.

Ceremonies are all stand-up. No chairs, tables, decorations, balloons, rice, or birdseed, rabbit pellets or losing lottery tickets.

For those having trouble standing, sitting on the cement blocks is acceptable.

Boom-bas music, as well as Irish drinking songs, are available at an additional expense.

For information on wedding or civil union ceremonies, please call The City Hall Garage.