Choosing a Marriage Celebrant at Unexpected Guest Distillery, Marrickville

If you're after a wedding venue with real character, Unexpected Guest Distillery in Marrickville is a fantastic pick, and our marriage celebrant would love to help you say "I do" surrounded by copper stills and the smell of fresh spirits.

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.

A Genuinely Unique Backdrop 🥃
Copper stills, exposed brick and the working bones of a real distillery give your ceremony a look and feel you simply won't find at a park or beach.
Inner West Charm 🌆
Marrickville's warehouse-turned-creative-hub vibe means your guests get a slice of Sydney's coolest suburb along with your ceremony.
A Drink to Toast With 🍸
Being a working distillery, there's the option for guests to sample the very spirits made on site, a memorable extra touch most venues can't offer.
Intimate and Undistracted 🤍
The indoor, industrial setting keeps the focus on you two, without wind, traffic noise or passersby interrupting your vows.
Photos With a Difference 📸
Moody lighting, timber barrels and steel tanks make for striking wedding photos that stand out from the usual garden or beach shots.

Booking and Fees for Unexpected Guest Distillery, Marrickville

As a private venue, Unexpected Guest Distillery requires you to book directly with them for your ceremony date and any venue hire fees, separate to booking your marriage celebrant with us.

Authority: Unexpected Guest Distillery

Website: https://unexpectedguest.com.au/pages/private-events

Phone: https://unexpectedguest.com.au/pages/contact-us

Guest Numbers:

Standard: 20 People (2 of you plus 18 guests) Add Guests: Add addtional guests above 18 + $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 venue authority and pay any associated site fees directly to them.

You can have up to 150 people at your ceremony. This excludes children under 6 years old.

I understand that, it is my responsibility to make the required booking with the venue authority and pay any associated site fees directly to them.

Getting there:

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: Street parking is available around Cadogan St and neighbouring streets, though spots can be limited during busy periods, so allow a few extra minutes to find a park.
Train: Marrickville Station on the T3 Bankstown Line is a short walk away, making it an easy option for guests coming from the city or inner west.
Bus: Several bus routes service Marrickville Road and nearby streets, putting you within easy walking distance of the venue.
Rideshare: Uber and taxis can drop off directly outside on Cadogan St, a convenient option if you'd rather skip parking altogether.
Walking: If you're staying locally in Marrickville or Sydenham, it's a pleasant walk through the inner west to reach the distillery.

Wet weather:

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

The good news is that as an indoor venue, Unexpected Guest Distillery keeps your ceremony completely sheltered from the weather, so rain or shine, your day goes ahead without a hitch.

Conditions of booking:

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.