Riversdale Park is suitable for children's play, picnics, weddings and other celebrations.
The park features lush open grass areas, with a scattered variety of mature trees offering the perfect photo backdrop.
There is also an adventure playground conveniently located next to shaded seating and a covered barbecue 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 30 chairs and 3 tables
- a marquee or arbour covering up to 40 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 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 Riversdale Park page.
Public facilities
- Barbecue
- Drinking fountain
- Playground
- 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
![Aerial view of rectangular grass area surrounded by a variety of trees. There is a walking path and a line of palm trees to the left and houses at the top.](/sites/default/files/styles/council_photo_gallery_small/public/2023-07/Riversdale%20Park_park%20aerial%201.jpg?h=d1cb525d&itok=AMoQYvCE)
![Aerial view of grass area with a footpath through the middle and scattered medium-sized trees. There is part of a playground to the bottom left and houses at the top.](/sites/default/files/styles/council_photo_gallery_small/public/2023-07/Riversdale%20Park_park%20aerial%202.jpg?h=d1cb525d&itok=UpI0aCJl)
![Aerial view of grass area with footpaths at the bottom and right and scattered medium-sized trees. There is a road at the top.](/sites/default/files/styles/council_photo_gallery_small/public/2023-07/Riversdale%20Park_park%20aerial%203.jpg?h=d1cb525d&itok=majnRKPs)
![Large grass area with bare tree to the near right and several scattered leafy trees in the distance. There are parked cars to the far right.](/sites/default/files/styles/council_photo_gallery_small/public/2023-07/Riversdale%20Park_park%20area%201.jpg?h=d1cb525d&itok=5hw9rojw)
![Large grass area with fallen leaves and scattered small and medium trees. There is a playground in the distance.](/sites/default/files/styles/council_photo_gallery_small/public/2023-07/Riversdale%20Park_park%20area%202.jpg?h=d1cb525d&itok=aEp_7J-8)
![Large grass area with a palm tree to the near left and large trees in the distance. There is a house to the far left.](/sites/default/files/styles/council_photo_gallery_small/public/2023-07/Riversdale%20Park_park%20area%203.jpg?h=d1cb525d&itok=brtTlAIO)
![Playground with round spinning feature in foreground and climbing feature in the background. There is a large bare tree to the left.](/sites/default/files/styles/council_photo_gallery_small/public/2023-07/Riversdale%20Park_playground.jpg?h=d1cb525d&itok=zTkDBvgU)
Parking and transport
The park is next to East Camberwell Tennis Club. There is parking off Spencer Road in front of the tennis club. The park is a short walk from Riversdale Station and the number 70 tram stop.
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 | $164.50 per hour (includes exclusive use of the rotunda) |
Central Gardens and Maranoa Botanic Gardens booking fee | $164.50 per hour |
All other parks and gardens booking fee | $164.50 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].