OVERVIEW
Perched high above South Melbourne, Luminare by The Big Group is a world-class rooftop wedding venue that captures the city’s skyline in all its splendour. With sweeping views from Port Phillip Bay to the glittering CBD, this loft-style space brings together contemporary design, impeccable service, and unforgettable dining. For couples seeking a Melbourne rooftop wedding venue that feels private yet cinematic, Luminare offers the ultimate elevated experience.
Luminare is an architectural statement: a sleek, New York–style penthouse with floor-to-ceiling glass, an expansive deck, and a seamless flow between indoor and outdoor spaces. By day, it’s bathed in natural light; by night, it transforms into a moody, candlelit sanctuary above the city. Every event feels bespoke here, guided by The Big Group’s signature touch with flawless coordination, refined styling, and warm hospitality that ensures no detail is left to chance.
Catering is handled exclusively by The Big Group’s celebrated culinary team, known for transforming local Australian produce into artful, contemporary menus. Whether it’s an intimate shared feast or a grand plated dinner, each dish is thoughtfully composed and beautifully presented. Combined with a world-class beverage list and five-star event management, Luminare delivers an experience that’s indulgent, effortless, and unmistakably Melbourne.
What you’ll love about working with Luminare for your Melbourne wedding:
• Skyline views like no other. Say your vows as the sun sets over the Melbourne skyline, with the city lights sparkling as your reception backdrop.
• Curated luxury by The Big Group. Enjoy world-class service, contemporary cuisine, and seamless event planning from one of Australia’s most renowned hospitality teams.
• Effortless city sophistication. From valet-style access to a private rooftop atmosphere, every touchpoint feels polished and considered.
Highlights of working with Luminare for your Melbourne wedding:
Sample Menu – Plated Dining Experience
(Representative of Luminare’s 2024–2028 menus curated by The Big Group)
Canapés
• Prawn and scallop toast with yuzu mayo
• Mushroom and thyme galette
• Chicken bao with chilli glaze
Entrée
• Sake-cured salmon, sesame seeds, pickled ginger, wasabi mayo (gf, df)
• Fricelli pasta with creamy black truffle pomodoro and crispy guanciale
Main Course (Alternate Service)
• Beef fillet with smoked pomme purée, charred onion, and Swiss brown mushroom jus (gf)
• Steamed barramundi with Tom Kha, charred broccolini, and Asian herbs (gf, df)
Served with a seasonal mixed leaf and radish salad
Dessert Canapés
• Yuzu tart with black sesame praline and burnt meringue
• Chocolate profiteroles with miso chocolate crèmeux
Beverages
Classic five-hour beverage package including sparkling, white, and red wine, beer, and non-alcoholic selections
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