Maranoa Botanic Gardens is a popular place for weddings, picnics and celebrations.
This native Australian garden provides colourful seasonal plant displays in a private and natural setting. The gardens attract a diversity of birds and butterflies.
For more information about the gardens, visit our Maranoa Botanic Gardens page.
Before you book
You can book a grass area in the garden for your exclusive use.
We require at least 5 full business days notice.
You can apply to bring:
– up to 20 chairs and 2 tables for events.
You can't bring a marquee, arbour or other shade structure.
Visit our Before you book an outdoor space page for more information.
Public facilities
- Parking
- Seating and tables
- Toilets
- Walking track
Public facilities are free for all park visitors to use. They are not included as part of a booking.
Capacity
50 people
Parking and transport
The car park is at the end of Parring Street.
The number 109 tram stop is a 5-minute walk from the venue.
Booking times
Gardens are open:
- Monday to Friday: 7:30 am to 4 pm
- Saturday, Sunday and public holidays: 10 am to 5 pm
The pedestrian and car park gates are locked outside of these times.
Events need to be packed up by 4 pm Monday to Friday and 5 pm on weekends and public holidays.
Closed on Good Friday and Christmas Day.
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].