Canterbury Gardens is suitable for:
- small intimate weddings
- picnics
- social gatherings
- other celebrations.
The rotunda offers magnificent views of the gardens with its mature trees and lush lawns. Another highlight is the path and bridge, which move through an avenue of weeping cherry trees.
You can book the rotunda and a grass area in the garden for your exclusive use.
We require between 5 full business days and 8 weeks' notice, depending on your booking.
You can apply to bring up to 20 chairs and 2 tables for events. You can't bring a marquee, arbour or other shade structure.
For more information about what you can and can't bring to outdoor events at our venues, visit our Outdoor event requirements page.
For more information about the gardens, visit our Canterbury Gardens page.
Public facilities
- Barbecue
- Seating and tables
- Toilets
Public facilities are free for all park visitors to use. They are not included as part of a booking.
Capacity
Gardens: 80 people
Rotunda: 10 people
Parking and transport
There is limited parking and public transport access at Canterbury train station, which is across the road from the gardens.
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
Fee type | Fee |
---|---|
Alexandra Gardens, Canterbury Gardens, Surrey Gardens booking fee | $159 per hour (includes exclusive use of the rotunda) |
Central Gardens and Maranoa Botanic Gardens booking fee | $159 per hour |
All other parks and gardens booking fee | $159 per 4-hour block |
Event bond | minimum $200 |
Find out more about fees and bonds on our Fees for open space bookings page.
Terms and conditions
Please read our terms and conditions of hire before booking.
Visit our Outdoor event requirements page to learn about:
- permitted items and activities
- notice periods
- permits and documentation you may need
- third party vendor requirements.
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].