St James Park is suitable for small celebrations, weddings, picnics and children's play.
It features pristine lawns and beautiful tree-lined paths, with a war memorial as its centrepiece. There is also a playground with a spiral ladder, chain bridge, flying fox and monkey bars.
We are repairing and renewing the War Memorial in St James Park. Find more information on the St James Park War Memorial renewal page and the draft master plan.
For more information about this venue, visit our St James Park page.
Before you book
You can book a grass area in the park for your exclusive use.
We require between 5 full business days.
You can apply to bring:
– up to 10 chairs and 2 tables for events.
You can't bring a marquee, arbour or other shade structure.
Visit our Before you book an outdoor space page for more information.
Public facilities
- Drinking fountain
- Off-lead dog area
- Playground
- Toilets.
Public facilities are free for all park visitors to use. They are not included as part of a booking.
Capacity
Up to: 80 people
Parking and transport
There is limited street parking on Wood Street and Denham Street. The park is 450 m away from Hawthorn train station.
Booking times
7 days including public holidays.
April to October: 8 am to 6 pm.
November to March: 8 am to 8:30 pm.
Booking information
Booking fees
| Space | Fee |
|---|---|
| Alexandra Gardens, Canterbury Gardens, Surrey Gardens | $164.50 per hour (includes exclusive use of the rotunda) |
| Central Gardens and Maranoa Botanic Gardens | $164.50 per hour |
| All other parks and gardens | $164.50 per 4-hour block |
| Event bond | minimum $200 |
Terms and conditions
Please read our terms and conditions of hire and parks, gardens and open spaces special conditions before booking.
Before you book an outdoor space has more information about:
- general booking information
- fees and bonds
- marquees and other temporary structures.
If a vendor is supplying any equipment, they need to provide public liability insurance.
Visit our Weddings in our gardens page for information about wedding bookings.
Contact us
If you have any difficulties using our online booking portal, please contact us on (03) 9278 4444 or email [email protected].