There are many things to consider when planning a wedding. You will need a venue, caterers, florists, photographers, accommodation and more. You can also ask your friends and family for help. For example, your graphic designer friend may be willing to design the invitations or your guitarist friend can play the entrance song. Here are some of the best Brisbane wedding venues.
White Chapel
The perfect blend of nature and country elegance, White Chapel in Kalbar is a fairytale wedding venue that will give you the best of both worlds. You can say “I do” surrounded by lavender in the gardens, or opt for the more traditional route and get married inside the chapel. It’s the perfect backdrop for your big day, and it will leave all your guests speechless.
You can also celebrate your special day at one of their two reception venues, the stylish Black Hall and The Barn. Their swoon worthy country gardens are a photographers dream, and the outdoor area is festooned with lights and garden benches to create a romantic space for drinks and canapes. They even have a new bridal homestead – ‘Herrmann House’ if you want to stay overnight with your closest friends and family.
If you’re looking for a Brisbane wedding venue with that special something, look no further than Bundaleer Rainforest Gardens. This rainforest oasis is a short drive from Brisbane and offers you the feeling of a destination wedding without all the travel costs. Exchange your vows in their beautiful open air but weatherproof pavillion, then celebrate onsite with a sit down or cocktail wedding.
Rainforest Gardens
Tucked away on the eastern slopes of Mount Cotton, Rainforest Gardens is a beautiful garden wedding venue that’s a short drive from Brisbane. The venue has a beautiful purpose-built wedding platform that overlooks a lilly padded pond and fountains. The gardens are also always shady, making them ideal for outdoor ceremonies even on hot Brisbane summer days.
If you’re looking for a secluded, rustic wedding venue, Bundaleer Rainforest Gardens is the perfect choice. Located on over a four-acre property, this unique wedding venue features a natural rainforest backdrop, gorgeous country views and a rustic pasture. The team at Bundaleer can arrange everything you need for your dream wedding, including a variety of different seated and buffet-style menu options.
Walkabout Creek is a one-of-a-kind wedding venue set amongst the treetops of D’Aguilar National Park. This spectacular rainforest setting is home to a lush fig tree vineyard and five-star onsite accommodation. Say “I do” under a fig tree in the vineyard or get romantic in the secret grotto. You can also opt for a more rustic wedding in the timber amphitheatre.
South Bank Parklands
If you’re getting married in Brisbane, it’s important to choose a venue that will accommodate your guests. Ensure the venue is accessible to those who live nearby and consider how long it will take for out-of-town guests to get there. Then, find a venue that fits your budget and check whether it has the necessary amenities.
A modern and eclectic wedding venue in Brisbane, the Powerhouse offers unique spaces for weddings with river and city views, heritage-listed graffiti walls, and lush parklands. Located in the heart of Brisbane’s cultural precinct, it is a perfect spot for your special day.
Designed to impress, the venue’s executive boardrooms and Podium Level 5 roof deck offer stunning panoramic views of Brisbane CBD, Brisbane River, and South Bank Parklands. The rooms can host everything from executive meetings to conferences and trade shows. Featuring state-of-the-art audio visual technology, the rooms can accommodate up to 550 delegates. The roof top deck is also a great place for cocktail parties and receptions. The venue is equipped with all the facilities you need to hold your event, including writing pads, pens, and iced water.
Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha
Recognised as Queensland’s premier subtropical botanic gardens, the Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha are a living museum of both native and exotic plant collections. With themed sections including a fragrant garden, bamboo grove and an arid zone as well as Japanese Gardens, waterfalls, tropical dome and the largest collection of Australian rainforest trees in the world, there’s something for everyone at this fantastic family attraction!
The Mt Coot-tha Visitor Information Centre is the best place to start your explorations with maps and self-guided walking trails on offer. It’s also home to The Sir Thomas Brisbane Planetarium, an interesting and informative space that’s worth a visit in its own right.
The Mt Coot-tha botanical gardens are the ideal spot to watch the sunset over the city, whether it’s during the day to see the suburbs glow a golden hue or at night to be dazzled by the priceless riverfront views. There are also a range of picnic areas and winding paths through the gardens to allow you to explore at your own pace.
Smoked Garage
If you are planning to throw a birthday party, the Smoked Garage can offer you a private setting with chesterfield couches and mosaic tiles. This venue also provides catering services and offers various packages. These packages can be tailored to meet the needs of the client.
Located in the heart of Brisbane’s creative hub, Fortitude Valley, this stunning warehouse-style wedding venue is one of a kind. Previously an old Lubritorium factory, this unique three storey building has been refurbished to host events. It is home to custom-made rustic furniture, walls draped in flora and fauna, crystal chandeliers, and an abundance of handcrafted motorbikes.
The venue is available for intimate weddings, corporate and private events, exhibitions, product launches, and dinners. It can accommodate up to 400 guests. It is equipped with a variety of event spaces, including a street level main stage area with exposed beam high ceilings, an adjoining side room with exposed brick walls and vintage leather chesterfield sofas, and the crown jewel, a rooftop space with a transparent ceiling. The venue also offers a number of photo locations.