Wedding celebrations
Celebrate your big day in a location unlike any other and provide your guests a unique and unforgettable experience.
Just one hour drive from Melbourne nestled in the heart of the Yarra Valley, Healesville Sanctuary offers a breath-taking backdrop for an unforgettable wedding. Surrounded by pristine bushland, alive with native wildlife, the Sanctuary provides a uniquely Australian setting.
Enjoy private use of our beautiful ceremony location with botanic bushland style decor, and your choice of a floral-dressed arbour.
Our wedding packages provide a number of options suitable for either a seated or cocktail event.
Enjoy delightful, gourmet cuisine crafted from locally sourced ingredients and featuring innovative menus. With years of experience, rest assured, as every detail is taken care of, allowing you to immerse yourself in magical ambience and atmosphere of a wedding at the beautiful Healesville Sanctuary.
The Brolga Lawn
The Brolga Lawn features a lush, green, well manicured lawn surrounded by vibrant Australian native gardens, expertly cared for by the Healesville
Sanctuary Horticulture team. It’s a beautiful setting for spring and summer days, and is located just outside the Brolga Room where your Reception would be held.
The Robert Eadie Pavilion
Exchange your vows year-round in the picturesque Robert Eadie Pavilion, perfect for an intimate gathering with your friends and family. With stunning stone walls and a cozy crackling fireplace, along with charming festoon lighting, this venue offers a romantic ambiance that keeps your guests warm and dry during the cooler Melbourne months.
Reception
Seated: up to 80 people
Cocktail: up to 150 people
Featuring timeless stonewalls and expansive glass windows, the Brolga Room offers a view of the lush, sprawling lawn, creating a harmonious blend of
intimacy and opulence for you and your guests. The surrounding landscape boasts towering trees, babbling creeks, tranquil fern gullies, and an array
of wildlife, providing a captivating backdrop for your cherished wedding photographs.
Unique animal experiences
Elevate your special day with a unique wildlife experience at the Sanctuary. Capture memorable photos as you and your partner enjoy an intimate moment with one of Australia’s iconic native animals up close.
Download our wedding brochure or contact one of our dedicated Events team to let them guide you through our unique options.
Some of these photos are photographed by Caity & Duncan Photography