{"id":61049,"date":"2020-10-08T02:36:40","date_gmt":"2020-10-07T15:36:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/content.easyweddings.com\/au\/articles\/outdoor-wedding-venue-ideas\/"},"modified":"2023-08-04T15:59:37","modified_gmt":"2023-08-04T05:59:37","slug":"outdoor-wedding-venue-ideas","status":"publish","type":"au-article","link":"https:\/\/www.easyweddings.com.au\/articles\/outdoor-wedding-venue-ideas\/","title":{"rendered":"Outdoor wedding venue ideas you’ll love"},"content":{"rendered":"
Couples often ask the same questions about outdoor weddings: What kind of outdoor wedding structure can we use for our ceremony? How can we create a feeling of intimacy for an outdoor wedding? What outdoor venue hire options are available near me? All these questions and more are answered in the following outside wedding venue ideas, tips and tricks from our amazing wedding planners.<\/p>\n Outdoor wedding structures include everything from marquees and floral arches to interesting open-air wedding venues like old architectural ruins and venues with balconies.<\/p>\n \u201cThe best outdoor wedding venues are the ones that feel like they\u2019re part of the landscape,\u201d says Darcy. At an outdoor wedding on Sydney Harbour, for example, you don\u2019t want anything getting in the way of the waterfront views.<\/p>\n Nestled amid the breathtaking surroundings of the Gold Coast hinterland,\u00a0 The Bower Estate offers a truly magical setting for outdoor weddings in Queensland. The sparkling clear marquee is perfect for hosting relaxed reception dinners, with plenty of room to accommodate up to 120 seated guests. As night falls in the hinterland, the marquee\u2019s dazzling fairy-lit roof creates a magical ambience for you and your guests to enjoy.<\/p>\n The Woodhouse Wollombi is a wonderfully unique wedding venue situated in Redwood Park, a sprawling 100-acre property in the picturesque Lower Hunter Valley. This all-in-one destination wedding venue boasts a number of stunning ceremony locations, on-site accommodation, and a striking architecturally designed timber Woodhouse for hosting relaxed yet elegant receptions.<\/p>\n Twilight Glamping & Event Hire offers a great selection of outside wedding venue options like naked tipis and open-air marquees. Both can be used as reception venues for a small wedding group, or as lounge areas if you have a larger venue that you\u2019d like to make feel a little cosier.<\/p>\n Check out Twilight Glamping & Event Hire’s storefront for regional Victoria and Melbourne marquee hire.<\/strong><\/a> Bell tents, naked tipis, bamboo wedding marquees and sailcloth tents are all available for hire.<\/p>\n At Pier One Sydney Harbour Hotel, the built-in outdoor wedding structure is a permanent perspex marquee that sits just below Sydney Harbour Bridge. Not only does this structure allow guests an up-close view of the waterfront, but it also provides a wet weather option for outdoor ceremonies. Also nearby is an uncovered private pier that’s often used as an outside wedding ceremony site.<\/p>\n \u201cSome outdoor venues can feel so large that you need to bring in a design element to make the place feel more intimate for a wedding,\u201d says Abbey. \u201cIn this case, I\u2019ll usually work with a designer or a hire company to create an outdoor wedding structure that mimics an open-air chapel or creates a focal point that makes it clear where the ceremony will take place. A floral arch or greenery wall can be a gorgeous way to designate a ceremony spot \u2014 even a variation of floral urns can help with this.\u201d<\/p>\n \u201cAnother great way to create a more intimate atmosphere outdoors \u2014 without the added expense of something like a marquee \u2014 is to arrange the seating in a circular format so that the couple is in the centre of the circle,\u201d Abbey says. This kind of setup works particularly well for outdoor venues that have panoramic views from all aspects of the wedding ceremony space.<\/p>\n Boasting a wonderfully secluded 185-acre setting, Warrawong Estate offers exclusive venue hire for relaxed country weddings just 40 minutes from Melbourne. The versatility of Warrawong’s beautiful outdoor ceremony space means you can style it any way you wish, with chairs and a striking arbour or dreamy floral arrangements that match your overall vision.<\/p>\n Perched atop the Great Dividing Range, Gabbinbar Homestead is a spectacular historic wedding venue in Toowoomba, Queensland. Here, you’ll be able to choose from an array of beautiful ceremony spots, including the enchanting pavilion. Nestled within the gardens, this gorgeous undercover ceremony space features soaring ceilings, three elegant chandeliers, and panoramic views of the heritage homestead.<\/p>\n “One of the main reasons couples go with an outdoor venue is that they love the landscape, so choosing a venue that has panoramic views is a priority,” explains Darcy.<\/p>\n Whether you’re envisioning a picture-perfect outdoor ceremony overlooking sweeping valley views or a sophisticated waterfront celebration set against shimmering turquoise waters, there are plenty of breathtaking outdoor wedding venues that make the most of Australia’s beautiful landscape.<\/p>\n It’s hard to beat the incredible panoramic views of the Yarra Valley from Levantine Hill’s prime position overlooking the region’s many vineyards, hills and farms. Most couples who marry here choose to let the views be the primary backdrop to all of their wedding day events, from the outdoor ceremony perch through to the end of the evening under the stars.<\/p>\n Tucked away in a secluded pocket of subtropical rainforest in Queensland’s beautiful Mount Tamborine, Pethers Rainforest Retreat offers an outdoor wedding setting like no other. This boutique, all-inclusive venue boasts luxe treehouse accommodation, carefully curated wedding packages, endless photo opportunities, and a breathtaking outdoor ceremony spot surrounded by lush rainforest scenery.<\/p>\n If a waterfront wedding is more your thing, let us introduce you to Zest Boathouse at the Spit in Sydney’s picturesque suburb of Mosman. Boasting uninterrupted bay views and stunningly light-filled interiors, this modern venue is a popular choice for elegant waterfront celebrations. Exchange vows on manicured lawns at the nearby Spit West Reserve, then continue to Zest Boathouse for an unforgettable reception.<\/p>\n “If a couple wants to keep the party outdoors so their guests can really enjoy the view, I usually try to get creative with the catering options outside,” says Darcy.<\/p>\n She turns to food and wine experiences like prosecco trucks or garden bars on wheels \u2014 even bringing in something surprising like an ice cream cart after dinner for a little extra detail that reflects the couple’s favourite comfort food.<\/p>\n Vinnie is the adorable vintage caravan bar you’ve been searching for. Caravan & Tonic can set up a garden bar for your outdoor wedding just about anywhere in WA. The mobile bar can handle everything you need for the full bartending experience: beer, wine, cocktails, coffee, and cold-pressed juices. They’ll even bring along lawn games to keep your guests entertained if you’re hosting a lengthy cocktail hour.<\/p>\n The lovely team at Happy Camper Pizza take great pride in serving up delicious, piping hot wood-fired pizzas at weddings across Victoria. With five vintage trucks to choose from and an extensive menu packed with mouthwatering options, you really can’t go wrong with having these guys at your outdoor wedding. Elevate your wedding pizza party with fresh salads, antipasto grazing platters, and handmade gelato.<\/p>\n Having worked as head chef at some of Sydney and the Gold Coast’s most popular restaurants, Lawrence Jones of The Good Food Catering Co knows a thing or two about creating unforgettable dining experiences. For an incredible outdoor feast that your guests will be talking about long after the wedding is over, you can’t go past this exceptional Gold Coast catering company.<\/p>\n<\/a>
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\nOutdoor wedding venue idea no. 1: Choose an outdoor venue with a wedding structure that embraces the surroundings<\/h3>\n
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\nThe Bower Estate’s Stunning Clear Marquee<\/a><\/h4>\n
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\nThe Woodhouse Wollombi’s Striking Timber-Clad Building<\/a><\/h4>\n
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\nTwilight\u2019s Naked Tipis and Open Air Marquees<\/a><\/h4>\n
\nPier One\u2019s Harbourside Marquee<\/a><\/h4>\n
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\nOutside wedding venue idea no. 2: Designate a ceremony focal point<\/h3>\n
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\nWarrawong Estate’s Picturesque Outdoor Ceremony Setting<\/a><\/h4>\n
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\nGabbinbar Homestead’s Charming Pavilion<\/a><\/h4>\n
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\nOutdoor wedding venue idea no. 3: Pick a venue that\u2019s all about the landscape<\/h3>\n
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\nLevantine Hill’s Yarra Valley Views<\/a><\/h4>\n
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\nPethers Retreat’s Magical Rainforest Setting<\/a><\/h4>\n
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\nBoathouse at The Spit’s Water Views<\/a><\/h4>\n
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\nOutside wedding venue idea no. 4: Elevate your outdoor wedding with food trucks and pop-up bars<\/h3>\n
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\nCaravan & Tonic Mobile Bar<\/a><\/h4>\n
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\nHappy Camper Pizza<\/a><\/h4>\n
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\nThe Good Food Catering Co<\/a><\/h4>\n
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\nHead to our wedding directory to discover more amazing outdoor wedding venues in your area.<\/a><\/h3>\nbrowse wedding venues<\/span><\/a>\n","protected":false},"author":19,"featured_media":282311,"template":"","au_article_tag":[12688,12799,12602,684],"class_list":["post-61049","au-article","type-au-article","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","au_article_category-wedding-planning-advice-lily-jenkins","au_article_category-featured-articles","au_article_category-general","au_article_category-weddingdecorations","au_article_category-weddingplanner","au_article_category-wedding-themes","au_article_category-wedding-venue-features","au_article_category-weddingvenues","au_article_tag-outdoor-wedding-venues-brisbane","au_article_tag-outdoor-wedding-venues-melbourne","au_article_tag-outdoor-wedding-venues-sydney","au_article_tag-outdoor-weddings"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.easyweddings.com.au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/au-article\/61049","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.easyweddings.com.au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/au-article"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.easyweddings.com.au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/au-article"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.easyweddings.com.au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/19"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.easyweddings.com.au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/au-article\/61049\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.easyweddings.com.au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/282311"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.easyweddings.com.au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=61049"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"au_article_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.easyweddings.com.au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/au_article_tag?post=61049"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}