Anderson Park is suitable for picnics, events, dog walks and children's play.
The park features beautiful heritage trees and large open spaces on a natural incline, offering magnificent city views. It also includes a shaded barbecue and seating area.
You can book a grass area in the park 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 80 chairs and 10 tables
- a marquee or arbour covering up to 50 square metres.
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 Anderson Park page.
Public facilities
- Barbecue (covered)
- Off-lead dog area
- Playground (covered)
- 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
Up to: 300 people
Parking and transport
There is angle parking on Anderson Road. The venue is 600 m from the number 72 tram stop on Burke Road and 2 km from Kooyong 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
| Space | Fee |
|---|---|
| Alexandra Gardens, Canterbury Gardens, Surrey Gardens | $164.50 per hour (includes exclusive use of the rotunda) |
| Central Gardens and Maranoa Botanic Gardens | $164.50 per hour |
| All other parks and gardens | $164.50 per 4-hour block |
| Event bond | minimum $200 |
Terms and conditions
Please read our terms and conditions of hire before booking.
See Before you book an outdoor space for more information about:
- general booking information
- fees and bonds
- marquees and other temporary structures.
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].