Choosing the right location for your wedding ceremony is one of the most exciting parts of planning your special day. If you're looking for a beautiful, relaxed, and affordable outdoor setting in Melbourne's western suburbs, Village Green in Maribyrnong is a fantastic choice. As a sought-after wedding celebrant and content expert, I'm here to show you why this peaceful riverside park is a hidden gem for your marriage ceremony.
The park boasts beautiful, sloping lawns that lead down to the tranquil Maribyrnong River. With its natural setting and open green space, it provides a gorgeous, picturesque backdrop for your ceremony and stunning, bright wedding photos. It feels like an escape without leaving the city.
Compared to booking a private, all-inclusive wedding venue, a ceremony at this public park is a significantly more affordable choice. While a small permit fee is generally required, it leaves you with more money for your honeymoon, reception, or other important expenses. It’s an ideal marriage venue for cost-conscious couples.
As a public space, you aren't tied down to a venue's specific list of suppliers or package deals. This gives you the freedom to choose your own vendors—from your florist to your decorator to your wedding celebrant—allowing you to create a truly personalised wedding that perfectly fits your unique style and vision.
Located on Central Park Avenue and not far from Highpoint Shopping Centre, the Village Green is easy for guests to navigate to from all directions. The open, well-maintained paths and nearby amenities make it a convenient and comfortable spot for a relaxed and stress-free ceremony, ticking the box for those looking for 'wedding venues near me' in the area.
If you and your partner have a personal connection to the Maribyrnong area, choosing Village Green is a special way to celebrate your love in a place that’s part of your community. It will be a meaningful location you can easily revisit for years to come, reminiscing about the day you became husband and wife.
Standard: 20 People. Add Guests: Add up to 60 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 60 people in total. To add guests after your initial booking, go to the Add-ons tab in your portal.
I understand that if I plan to have more than 20 people, 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.
The park's address is often listed as 17A Central Park Avenue, Maribyrnong, VIC 3032. You can pop this into your GPS. As it is a public park, parking is generally available on the surrounding streets, such as Central Park Avenue. Parking is usually free street parking, but please check all signage carefully for any time limits or restrictions on the day, especially if it is near the nearby residential areas or commercial zones.
The Maribyrnong area is serviced by several bus routes. The most direct route will depend on where your guests are travelling from. Use the Public Transport Victoria (PTV) website or app to plan the best journey to the corner of Central Park Avenue and Waterford Avenue.
The Route 82 tram is the closest tram line. It runs along Ballarat Road and has a stop near Highpoint Shopping Centre. From the Highpoint stop, the park is a short walk (or a quick connecting bus ride) away. Consult the PTV journey planner for the most efficient connection.
Due to the easy access to major roads and proximity to Highpoint, booking a taxi or using a ride-share service like Uber is a very straightforward option. Set the destination to "Village Green, Maribyrnong" or the address 17A Central Park Avenue for the most accurate drop-off.
Now it doesn't happen often, but when it does you will need to shelter under trees or bring umbrellas - how romantic.
The Village Green may have a small rotunda or shelter that could provide very limited coverage. However, for most ceremonies, you will need a dedicated backup plan. This location does not offer a large, guaranteed, or bookable wet-weather structure.
a) Public Park Acknowledgment
I understand that this venue is a public park and that no site fee has been charged for its use by you (the provider).
b) Guest Capacity
I understand the Standard maximum number of people is 20. I can increase this to a maximum of 60 people for an extra $75 (I will select Add Ons after booking).
I understand that if I plan to have more than 20 people, it is my responsibility to make the required booking with the park authority and pay any associated site fees directly to them.
c) Booking Duration
I understand the Standard booking time is 30 minutes, which is plenty of time for a beautiful ceremony. I acknowledge that this duration cannot be extended on the day of the ceremony.
If I wish to extend the time, I understand I must arrange this prior to the ceremony date for an additional $150 for an additional 30 minutes (I will select Add Ons after booking).
d) Confetti and Prohibited Materials
I understand that confetti of any sort, including natural materials such as flower petals, rice, glitter, or artificial equivalents, are strictly prohibited.
e) Public Liability Insurance
I understand that an additional fee of $50 will apply if Public Liability confirmation is required for bookings with more than 60 people.
