Choosing a Marriage Celebrant at Waterview in Bicentennial Park, Sydney Olympic Park

If you're after a wedding venue with wide open skies and glassy lake views, a marriage celebrant ceremony at Waterview in Bicentennial Park is a beautiful choice for couples wanting nature without leaving Sydney.

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. Lake Views for Days 🌅

   Waterview sits right on the edge of the park's lake, giving you a wide, uninterrupted backdrop of water and sky for your ceremony photos.

2. Room to Gather 🌿

   The grassy clearing here comfortably fits a decent-sized guest list, so friends and family can spread out and still feel close to the action.

3. Peaceful and Away from the Crowds 🕊️

   Despite being minutes from the Sydney Olympic Park precinct, Waterview feels quiet and secluded, giving your ceremony a genuine sense of escape.

4. Birdlife and Natural Soundtrack 🦆

   The wetlands around Bicentennial Park are home to plenty of native birds, adding a gentle, natural soundtrack to your vows.

5. Golden Hour Magic 🌇

   Because the site faces the water, late afternoon ceremonies here often catch soft, golden light bouncing off the lake — a dream for photographers.

Booking and Fees for Waterview in Bicentennial Park, Sydney Olympic Park

Waterview is managed by Sydney Olympic Park Authority, so you will need to book this site directly with them and pay any applicable venue fee before your ceremony date.

Authority: Sydney Olympic Park Authority

Website: https://www.sopa.nsw.gov.au

Phone: [CONFIRM: phone number]

Requirements: [CONFIRM: current booking process, guest number thresholds and fee amounts for ceremonies at Waterview]

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 parking available within Bicentennial Park, though spots can fill up on weekends, so allow extra time to park and walk to Waterview.
• Train: Sydney Olympic Park train station is a short walk or shuttle ride away, making this an easy option if you'd rather skip the parking search.
• Ferry: The Sydney Olympic Park ferry wharf on the Parramatta River is a scenic way to arrive, with a walk through the park to reach Waterview.
• Rideshare: Rideshare services can drop you close to the park entrance nearest Waterview, avoiding the need to find parking altogether.

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.