On this page Content components Located a stone's throw from Melbourne city, Boroondara offers a variety of indoor and outdoor spaces to celebrate your happy ever after. With heritage gardens and romantic rotundas, stately halls and intimate chambers – and catering options ranging from affordable to all-out – Boroondara's parks, gardens and indoor venues set the scene for truly 'I do' moments. Garden weddings in Hawthorn Central Gardens Hawthorn's Central Gardens boasts sweeping lawns and majestic trees, as well as a playground with an iconic 1960s climbing rocket (recently restored). Wallen Road Reserve With the Yarra River by its side and large trees providing plenty of shade, Wallen Road Reserve makes a terrific venue for an outdoor wedding. Garden weddings in Camberwell Read Gardens With large open spaces and plenty of shade, Read Gardens is known for its beautiful lawns and magisterial old trees including oak, elm and cedar. Bowen Gardens Bright, open spaces fringed with tree-shaded areas make this the perfect setting for an intimate wedding. Gardens with romantic rotundas Canterbury Gardens: romantic destination Canterbury Gardens in Canterbury features an avenue of weeping cherry trees and magnificent views from a raised rotunda. Alexandra Gardens: green oasis Alexandra Gardens is a green oasis in the heart of Kew featuring an ornate rotunda, sweeping lawns and stately avenues of mature trees. Explore all outdoor wedding spaces in Boroondara What to know before you book a park or garden in Boroondara You’ll need to get our approval if your event involves any of the following: more than 50 peoplethird-party businesses or professionals, including catererstemporary infrastructure, like marquees or generatorsa wedding ceremony.We recommend allowing at least 12 weeks to plan large-scale or complex events.Find out about organising an outdoor event Before you submit a booking request, become familiar with our terms and conditions, including:items and activities that aren't permitted in parks and gardensitems and activities that are permitted with conditionsstyling the heritage-listed rotundasbond conditions. What to know before you book Weddings at Hawthorn Arts CentreCelebrate your special day in style at Hawthorn Arts Centre. This historic building provides the perfect backdrop for traditional and contemporary weddings.Centrally located in the leafy surrounds of Hawthorn, the centre combines an intriguing mix of historic architecture and modern design features across a range of versatile spaces. Boasting a range of unique rooms and an outdoor terrace for beautiful ceremonies and breathtaking receptions, Hawthorn Arts Centre has the perfect space to suit your personal style.From intimate cocktail parties through to large, lavish dinners, Hawthorn Arts Centre’s unique function spaces provide ultimate flexibility for wedding planners to create their dream wedding. The Main Hall: Art Deco glamour Decorated in a luxe palette of gold, red and cream, the Main Hall is the jewel in the crown of Hawthorn Arts Centre. With space for 600 people, 2 dressing rooms and optional expert catering, this is the ultimate venue for beautiful ceremonies and breathtaking receptions. Find out more about the Main Hall The Chamber: classic and intimate With its stately timber ceiling and intimate size, The Chamber is a perfect venue for smaller weddings. With space for up to 60 people, The Chamber overlooks the Main Hall and is accessible by lift. Catering, staff hire and additional equipment hire are available. Find out more about The Chamber Hire our professional caterers at Hawthorn Arts Centre Enjoy stress-free planning in the lead-up to your special day. Essential Catering and Events are passionate wedding professionals who have been creating magical moments for couples across Australia for many years. With a range of flexible and affordable catering options, they'll work closely with you to make your special day a memorable one. Find out more about catering As well as the iconic Main Hall and the intimate Chamber, Hawthorn Arts Centre boasts the elegant Chandelier Room and the private Zelman Room. With a range of room sizes and architectural styles and practical support like professional catering and wheelchair accessibility, Hawthorn Arts Centre sets the stage for an unforgettable wedding.Explore all bookable spaces at Hawthorn Arts Centre
