Markham Reserve is suitable for private and community events, and has many beautiful picnic spots.
The park features a fully fenced adventure playground with ample seating and shelter and a BMX and skate park with 3 ramps.
You can book a grass area in the reserve for your exclusive use.
We require between 5 full business days and 8 weeks' notice, depending on your booking.
You can apply to bring:
- up to 40 chairs and 6 tables for events.
You can't bring a marquee, arbour or other shade structure.
You will need to provide other documents and permits if more than 100 people will be attending your event.
For more information about notice periods, and what you can and can't bring to outdoor events at our venues, visit our Outdoor event requirements page.
For more information about this park, visit our Markham Reserve page.
Public facilities
- Barbecue
- Basketball half-court
- BMX and skate park
- Off-lead dog area
- Parking
- Playground
- Rebound wall
- Seating and tables
- Toilets
Public facilities are free for all park visitors to use. They are not included as part of a booking.
Capacity
200 people
Parking and transport
There are car parks on Victory Boulevard and Markham Avenue. The venue is a 7-minute walk (550 m) from Alamein train station.
Booking times
7 days including public holidays.
April to October: 8 am to 6 pm.
November to March: 8 am to 8:30 pm.
Booking information
Booking fees
Fee type | Fee |
---|---|
Alexandra Gardens, Canterbury Gardens, Surrey Gardens booking fee | $159 per hour (includes exclusive use of the rotunda) |
Central Gardens and Maranoa Botanic Gardens booking fee | $159 per hour |
All other parks and gardens booking fee | $159 per 4-hour block |
Event bond | minimum $200 |
Find out more about fees and bonds on our Fees for open space bookings page.
Terms and conditions
Please read our terms and conditions of hire before booking.
Visit our Outdoor event requirements page to learn about:
- permitted items and activities
- notice periods
- permits and documentation you may need
- third party vendor requirements.
If a vendor is supplying any equipment, they need to provide public liability insurance.
Visit our Weddings in our gardens page for information about wedding bookings.
Contact us
If you have any difficulties using our online booking portal, please contact us on (03) 9278 4444 or email [email protected].