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Highland Gardens

Event venue · Highland, UT · reviewed since 2013

How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 64%52+33Reliability 28%58+16.4Replies to reviews 8%2+0.2Experts Score= 50Not enough data for value; its weight is shared by the others.Grade C: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.50SCORE
CGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#77 of 78 videographersPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 1%
4.6 ★★★★★ 433 Google reviews · 24 photos
80%five-star reviews
4.70★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
7.2%1–2★ in 2 yearsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
0%reviews answered by the owner
Oct 2026latest review

Highland Gardens at a glance

Reviewers highlight the venue's tropical indoor plants, waterfall, and outdoor spaces as ideal for weddings and family festivals, noting reasonable pricing and helpful staff during events. However, recurring criticisms include a lack of communication regarding event restrictions, such as declining quinceañera requests, and inconsistent customer service experiences ranging from unresponsive management to staff appearing annoyed. Additionally, some visitors report issues with equipment reliability, roof leaks during rain, and noise from nearby attractions.

  • Google rating: 4.6 out of 5 from 433 reviews (80% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 434 Google reviews (317 with written comments, 40 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 0% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: October 16, 2026.
  • Service: Videographer serving Highland, Utah.

Data from Google, last updated October 25, 2026.

Score profile vs other videographers

Score per factor (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: momentum and reliability; weakest: replies to reviews.

Satisfaction52Reliability58Craft & service–Value–Momentum100Replies to reviews2Satisfaction: 52 (median 97)Reliability: 58 (median 96)Momentum: 100 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 2 (median 46)
Highland GardensVideographers median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactionSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Highland Gardens: 52/100 on this factor. Category median: 97.C
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ReliabilityReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Highland Gardens: 58/100 on this factor. Category median: 96.C
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Craft & serviceCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 100.–
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ValueValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 100.–
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MomentumMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Highland Gardens: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Highland Gardens: 2/100 on this factor. Category median: 46.F
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Star ratings

434 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars34780%
  • 4 stars4811%
  • 3 stars123%
  • 2 stars123%
  • 1 star153%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 317 written reviews

  • Praise28293%
  • Complaints217%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude13244%
  • Would recommend6120%
  • Price & value4716%
  • Quality & results269%
  • Speed & response217%
  • Communication93%
  • Honesty & trust72%

What customers talk about

We read 317 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “Friendly staff , professional , lovely decoration and space.”
    “Annie was extremely rude from the beginning.”
  • “Overall, we would definitely recommend Highland Gardens to others.”
    “I recommend this place for its beauty.”
  • “We thought that the pricing was reasonable especially with how much they provide.”
    “It’s very pricey and I wish they switched up their inventory more than just the one time a year for Christmas, but they definitely have some really cute stuff!”
  • “My Husband and I got married here in March and it was a wonderful experience!”
    “My sister had her wedding here on March 13, 2025 and it was an awful venue.”
  • “The staff was very responsive and helpful even though we didn't have many needs.”
    “For the luncheon, we also needed a microphone and the one that they gave us was out of battery which then delayed the luncheon.”
  • “They were very communicative, friendly, professional and made sure we felt supported as vendors!”
  • “As a wedding photographer and videographer, I can honestly say this venue makes for incredible photos/videos.”

People customers mention

  • Vickie 7 reviews
  • Shelly 7 reviews
  • Halloween 5 reviews
  • County 5 reviews
  • Center 4 reviews
  • Reception 4 reviews

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

Recent reviews

KyleLocal Guide · 108 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a week ago★★★★★

Great time for the kids at the Free Fall Festival! Take the time to go check it out and take a tractor ride.

Customer photo from Kyle's review
RachelLocal Guide · 322 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 2 weeks ago★★★★★

Edited to add— no peaches this year, or go carts, but still so perfect and fun. I’m so grateful they do this for free still. Love their fall festival! Beautiful space, not overrun, lots of pumpkins, squash, tomatoes, peaches to buy. Tire swings, slides, hay stacks to climb, 2 little corn pits, a pedal car “go cart”…

Kendra6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 weeks ago★★★★★

They do a free fall festival with super cute kid activities, so amazing! Thanks for all you do! 🎃❤️

Jacquelyn’sLocal Guide · 7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★

Highland Gardens is such a gorgeous venue! If you want your wedding to look and feel magical, this is the place! With plants around every corner, you feel as though you’re in a magical rainforest! The beautiful plants mixed with modern architecture give the perfect feeling of ethereal and classy.

Customer photo from Jacquelyn’s's review
BobLocal Guide · 187 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 months ago★★★★

We were there for a wedding. Ot was beautiful, and the space seemed well organized. Some of the equipment, like the speaker and microphone didn't work well, but that's a small complaint.

Renee1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 months ago★★

There is no doubt Highland Gardens is a gorgeous venue. Many guests were stunned with the beauty. However, the costumer service was lacking. It felt like our coordinator was annoyed with any request and we had very few. In addition, at 8:00pm she was standing near me as I was talking to guests waiting to ask when we…

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Customer reviews

4.6 ★★★★★ 433 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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KyleLocal Guide · 108 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Kyle has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Great time for the kids at the Free Fall Festival! Take the time to go check it out and take a tractor ride.

  • Event type: Festival
Mica Christiansen11 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Mica has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Wonderful place for kiddos to play in the fall!

  • Event type: Other
  • Scare level: Neutral
  • Parking options: Free parking lot
Rachel QLocal Guide · 322 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Rachel has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Edited to add— no peaches this year, or go carts, but still so perfect and fun. I’m so grateful they do this for free still. Love their fall festival! Beautiful space, not overrun, lots of pumpkins, squash, tomatoes, peaches to buy. Tire swings, slides, hay stacks to climb, 2 little corn pits, a pedal car “go cart” style race track, an inflatable jumping area, and ice cream. There is a fun tractor ride through the garden with sunflowers, witches, and Halloween decor. So fun for the kids!

Steve BrimleyLocal Guide · 157 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Steve has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Fun Halloween wagon ride

Kendra Van Ausdal6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Kendra has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

They do a free fall festival with super cute kid activities, so amazing! Thanks for all you do! 🎃❤️

Jacquelyn’s Floral DesignsLocal Guide · 7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Jacquelyn’s has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Highland Gardens is such a gorgeous venue! If you want your wedding to look and feel magical, this is the place! With plants around every corner, you feel as though you’re in a magical rainforest! The beautiful plants mixed with modern architecture give the perfect feeling of ethereal and classy.

G. GhomyLocal Guide · 21 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews G. has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Beautiful and comforting atmosphere. Very peaceful and lovely 💖

Ryan WhettenLocal Guide · 46 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Ryan has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

The kids love the shave ice. It's their new favorite place.

K RoseLocal Guide · 19 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews K has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Stunning venue, hoping to come back soon!

Michelle DeHaas9 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Michelle has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Beautiful venue. Was a bit hot but it was so pretty+

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