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Our open spaces for hire: foreshores, parks and gardens

If you would like to book any of our parks, gardens, reserves or beaches for a casual event, you may need an Open Space permit.

Open Space permits are subject to availability and require 10 working days to process. There are fees and charges associated with obtaining an Open Space permit. If you are unsure about any part of the application process, please contact our Recreation and Events Liaison Officer on (03) 9599 4687 or email recreation@bayside.vic.gov.au

An Open Space Permit is only required if one or more of the following conditions are met:

  • you are having a legal ceremony, e.g. a wedding
  • you are having a gathering of 50 people or greater
  • you are having a wedding reception or function
  • you want to erect any structure or infrastructure, e.g. marquee or jumping castle
  • if a third party is providing a service, e.g. catering, a food van, children's activities and petting zoos
  • you are holding any commercial activity, e.g. promotions.
  • you are running a sporting clinic

For more information, please refer to our terms and conditions.

Before making a booking, you should know:

  • No park amenities, structures or barbeques can be booked, and obtaining a permit for use of open space does not grant exclusive access to an area. The exception is the Sandringham Band Rotunda, which can be booked for weddings.
  • Sportsgrounds are not able to be booked on a causal basis. 
  • Public space may not be locked or fenced off for the purpose of conducting a wedding ceremony or any private event.
  • With the exception of wedding ceremonies, permits will only be issued for use of open space up to 1 hour before sunset.

Please read our Frequently Asked Questions for more information.

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Popular Locations:

Brighton Town Hall Gardens

Grand building with vast gardens, stairs and statute in the middle of a pond.

32 Wilson St, Brighton VIC 3186

The Brighton Town Hall Gardens is classified as a "Significant Garden" for fees and charges purposes.

Features and facilities 

Listed on the national Trust Register, Renaissance Revival architecture, formal rose garden, pergola, close to Brighton shops and car park.

There are no public toilets available for use at the Brighton Town Hall Gardens.

Suitable for 

Intimate and medium-sized wedding ceremonies.

Kamesburgh Gardens

The Kamesburgh Gardens mansion as seen from the Kamesburgh walk

76 North Rd, Brighton VIC 3186

The Kamesburgh Gardens are classified as "Significant Gardens" for fees and charges purposes.

Features and facilities 

Significant garden open to the public from sunrise to sunset. The mansion is privately leased by a school, so no entry is permitted. Public toilets are available.

Suitable for 

Intimate and medium wedding ceremonies, small to medium family and community events.

Billilla Gardens

Billilla through the trees

26 Halifax St, Brighton VIC 3186

Billilla Gardens are classified as "Significant Gardens" for fees and charges purposes.

Features and Facilities 

Listed on the National Trust Register, large fountain, rose garden display, manicured gardens with both native and exotic flora, Art Nouveau building as a backdrop and conveniences.

Public toilets are available.

Suitable for 

Intimate and medium-sized garden wedding ceremonies.

Sandringham Band Rotunda and Gardens

Sandringham Band Rotunda

Sandringham VIC 3191

Features and facilities 

Bay views, shelter for approximately 65 to 70 guests, playground, barbecues, close to Sandringham train station and village, car park and conveniences. Beach parking is available opposite Sims Street.

Public toilets are available.

Suitable for

Intimate and medium-sized wedding ceremonies.

Brighton Beach Bathing Boxes

Married couple kissing in front of multi-coloured beach bathing boxes.

Esplanade, Brighton VIC 3186

Features and facilities 

Sandy beaches, Melbourne city skyline as a backdrop, vibrant photographic opportunities, car park and conveniences. Public toilets are available net to the Brighton Life Saving Club.

Suitable for 

Intimate wedding ceremonies.

Brighton Beach Gardens - Green Point

First World War memorial at Green Point

Brighton VIC 3186

Features and facilities 

City skyline and bathing boxes nearby, small pavilion, close to Brighton Beach train station, car park and conveniences.

Public toilets are available.

Suitable for 

Intimate and medium-sized wedding ceremonies.

Other locations available to book:

Thomas Street playground