Choosing a Marriage Celebrant at Quibaree Park, Lavender Bay

Tucked right on the water's edge in Lavender Bay, Quibaree Park is a quiet, leafy wedding venue with one of the best front-row views of the Harbour Bridge and Luna Park going around - a lovely spot for a marriage celebrant to bring your ceremony to life.

Note: At this location you must also book the venue, in addition to the celebrant service we offer. See details below under Booking and Fees.

1. Harbour Bridge backdrop 🌉

   The park sits directly across the water from the Harbour Bridge and Luna Park's smiling face, giving your ceremony photos an unmistakably Sydney feel.

2. Peaceful, local feel 🌳

   Despite being minutes from North Sydney's CBD, Quibaree Park has a relaxed, neighbourhood park atmosphere with shady trees and grassy lawn rather than a busy tourist crowd.

3. Harbourside ceremony setting 🌊

   Say your vows with the water lapping just metres away, giving a gentle, natural soundtrack to your ceremony.

4. Easy for guests to reach 🚶

   Being close to Milsons Point and North Sydney, the park is simple for guests arriving by train, ferry or on foot to find.

5. Small and intimate 💍

   The park's modest size suits an intimate gathering beautifully, letting your guests feel close to the action rather than lost in a huge open space.

Booking and Fees for Quibaree Park, Lavendar Bay

Please note: the details below are an indication only. Check with the venue and confirm current pricing, availability and conditions before making a booking.

You'll need to book this location with North Sydney Council yourself, separately from booking your wedding celebrant with us.

Authority: North Sydney Council

Website: https://bookings.northsydney.nsw.gov.au/bookingportal/#/

Phone: 02 9936 8100

Pricing: Category 1 park. Ceremonies (weddings, commitment ceremonies, gender reveals etc., max 100 attendees), North Sydney Council Parks and Open Spaces Fees and Charges 2026/27: Reception held elsewhere (period booked must include set-up and removal time) $1,000 per 3 hours, bond $1,000; dining at the location with any food/drink service $2,000 per 3 hours, bond $2,000; waste bins $88 each; cancellation fee $100 if cancelled outside 1 month of booking time. GST not included. No hiring/booking fee applies to events held before 1 January 2027 (introductory period), though bins, insurance and bonds still apply; fees apply in full for bookings from 1 January 2027 onward.

Guest numbers: Maximum 100 attendees for a ceremony booking; a booking is only required once a wedding/ceremony exceeds 15 people (gatherings of 15 or fewer with no paid service provider and no set-up do not need a booking), and bookings become mandatory for any group over 21 people.

Requirements: A booking is required for weddings/ceremonies of more than 15 people (ceremonies of 15 or fewer with no paid service provider and no set-up do not need a booking), hire is charged per 3-hour block (e.g. $1,000 reception-held-elsewhere or $2,000 for on-site dining/food service for Category 1 parks), and public liability insurance plus any external service providers' insurance details must be provided.

Note: These are only indications — please confirm current pricing and guest numbers with the venue.

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.

• Private Car: There is limited on-street parking around Railway Ave and the surrounding Lavender Bay streets, and it can fill quickly, so allow extra time or consider carpooling with guests.
• Train: Milsons Point station is a short walk away, making this an easy option for guests coming from the city or North Shore line.
• Ferry: Lavender Bay wharf is close by, so arriving by ferry is a scenic and relaxed option if you want to lean into the harbourside setting.
• Walking: If you're coming from North Sydney or Milsons Point, the park is an easy and pleasant walk along the harbour.
• Rideshare: Rideshare services can drop off nearby on Railway Ave, though do check for any local drop-off restrictions on the day.

Now it doesn't happen often, but when it does you will need to shelter under trees or bring umbrellas - how romantic.

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.