Centennial Park is one of Sydney’s premier marriage venue locations. Just minutes from the CBD, this stunning 189-hectare public parkland offers a spectacular and serene backdrop for your wedding ceremony. As experienced wedding celebrants, we love working in this beautiful space which offers countless spots for a memorable wedding.
Centennial Park boasts diverse and spectacular scenery, from rolling green lawns and majestic fig trees to tranquil ponds and secluded groves (like the popular Paperbark Grove North and Pine Grove). This abundance of natural beauty provides countless wedding venue options and ensures your wedding celebrant and photographer will capture truly spectacular memories.
Despite feeling like an escape into nature, Centennial Park is incredibly close to the Sydney CBD and surrounding Eastern Suburbs. This makes it an exceptionally convenient marriage registry office alternative for guests travelling from the city and ensures easy access for all your wedding suppliers, including your wedding celebrant.
Whether you're planning a small, intimate ceremony or a grand celebration, the park offers a range of dedicated wedding ceremony sites. You can choose a spot that perfectly suits your guest list and style, such as the grand Church Grounds for larger groups or a more secluded area between the ponds for a quiet affair.
For many couples, a wedding day wouldn't be complete without their beloved pet. Centennial Park is one of the wedding venues where you can include your 'fur-baby' in your ceremony, making your special day even more personal and memorable.
Unlike many central Sydney locations, parking in Centennial Parklands is generally free, and there are multiple access points. This significantly simplifies logistics for your guests and wedding celebrant, removing the stress of finding or paying for central city parking.
Yes, a booking must be made with the park authority to reserve a specific wedding venue location within Centennial Parklands for your ceremony. This ensures you have exclusive use of the area for your booked time.
The standard booking period for a wedding ceremony is typically three hours (for setup, ceremony, and pack-down). Fees vary based on the number of guests:
Please note that all fees are indicative and subject to change by Centennial Parklands. It is essential to confirm the current rates and booking requirements directly with the venue management when planning your marriage.
Standard: 20 People. Add Guests: Add up to 100+ in total +$75.
You can have up to 20 people (the 2 of you and 18 guests) at your ceremony. This excludes children under 6 years old. For an additional fee of $75, this number can be increased to 100+ people in total. To add guests after your initial booking, go to the Add-ons tab in your portal.
I understand that, it is my responsibility to make the required booking with the park authority and pay any associated site fees directly to them.
Please aim to arrive 15 minutes prior to your ceremony (along with your guests) to ensure you are in the right location and ready to go at your scheduled time. Centennial Park is a large wedding venue, so allowing extra time for finding your specific ceremony site is always a good idea.
Private Car: The park is easily accessible by car from all directions via Lang Road, Darley Road, and Parkes Drive. You can enter through several gates, including Robertson Road, Randwick, York Road, and Woollahra Gates. Parking Situation: Parking within Centennial Parklands is generally free of charge along the internal roads. However, on weekends or event days, it can be busy, so allow ample time to find a space and walk to your specific ceremony location.
Taxi or Ride Share: Taxis and ride-share services can drop you directly at or very close to your reserved ceremony site. This is often the most convenient option, especially for the wedding party and guests who prefer not to worry about parking.
Bus: A number of regular bus routes service the areas around the park. Look for routes that travel along Oxford Street (near the northern end of the park) or Anzac Parade (near the Moore Park precinct). Check transportnsw.info to plan your journey from your starting point.
Light Rail: The L2 Randwick Line and L3 Kingsford Line provide access to stops near the park, such as the Moore Park stop on the L2/L3 lines, which is within a short walking distance of the western edge of the park. You can also take the L2 to Royal Randwick, which is near the southern end of the park.
Now it doesn't happen often, but when it does you will need to shelter under trees or bring umbrellas - how romantic. Centennial Park is primarily an outdoor wedding venue, and the parklands authority generally does not provide alternative indoor wet weather options for booked ceremony sites.
If you have your heart set on an outdoor garden wedding venue in Sydney, your best wet weather strategy is:
It is strongly recommended that you organise an alternative indoor back-up location for your ceremony that is not within the Centennial Parklands, such as a function room at your reception venue or a nearby hall, in case of heavy or persistent rain.
a) Reservation of Location and Payment of Associated Fees
I understand that it is our responsibility to ensure this location is available for our ceremony. I will make all necessary arrangements and pay any associated fees directly to the venue or relevant authority.
b) Guest Numbers
I understand that the Standard number of people is 20. This can be increased to 100+ people for an additional fee of $75 (click on Add Ons after making your booking).
c) Standard Duration of Booking is 30 Minutes
I understand that the total time for the standard booking is 30 minutes, which is plenty of time for a beautiful ceremony. This time cannot be extended on the day of the ceremony. However, if you would like to extend the duration of your booking, this can be done prior to the date of the ceremony for an additional fee of $150. (Click on Add Ons after making your booking.)
d) Confetti and Natural Materials
I understand that to maintain the cleanliness and integrity of the area, confetti of any sort, including natural materials such as flower petals, rice, glitter, or artificial equivalents, are strictly prohibited—unless prior written consent is received from the venue.
e) Public Liability Insurance
I understand that if Public Liability confirmation is required, there will be an additional fee of $50 to provide this.
