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The Wedgetail Pavilion at Goolabri

4.8  ( 28 reviews ) · 202 Goolabri Drive, Sutton, Australian Capital Territory · Show Phone
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OVERVIEW

Goolabri is the perfect setting for a magical indoor or outdoor wedding experience. The Wren is our most popular option for smaller weddings. The brick and timber building with terrace views and a unique rustic charm. The Wedgetail pavilion is an enchanting white marquee, sweeping lawns, and a deck overlooking the gorgeous natural bushland, Goolabri knows how to create the perfect amount of ambience and charm. As a dry hire venue, you’ll have exclusive, private access to the grounds and can doll the space up however you please. Choose your own caterer, decorator, entertainment, and more! With a stunning, natural backdrop, you have the freedom to create the wedding of your dreams. With over 30 years of experience up their sleeves, you can expect nothing less than warm, personalised service and reliability.

“Goolabri was the all-in-one venue for our ceremony, reception, and photography. It had a beautiful relaxed country vibe and had the benefit of being so close to Canberra. The ceremony/chapel space was perfect for our exchanging of vows. It created an intimate vibe; we particularly loved the exposed beams and floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the bush. The lawns were lovely for pre-dinner drinks and canapes, and the rustic pub/restaurant was great to have the reception in. There was plenty of space for a live band and dancefloor. The team at Goolabri went above and beyond to help us set up the space with our own decorations and flowers. We look back on our wedding with such happy memories, mainly due to how wonderful everything at Goolabri was, and the professionalism of the team.” — Amber G.

What you’ll love about your wedding at Goolabri Canberra:
The glamourous Wedgetail Pavilion. If you’ve always dreamed of a beautiful marquee wedding experience, you’ll adore Goolabri’s exquisite Wedgetail Pavilion. Complete with a gorgeous hillside backdrop and seating for up to 450 guests, you’re in for a real bushland treat! Soak up the lively atmosphere and dance the night away with your loved ones.
Suppose you’re after an intimate indoor wedding experience. In that case, Goolabri boasts a variety of indoor spaces you’ll love, including the charming chapel — perfect for a magical wedding ceremony — complete with floor-to-ceiling glass and rustic exposed beams.
The Wren at Goolabri is perfect for weddings of up to 120 people. An open rustic space with wooden floors and exposed wooden beams.
Exclusive dry hire venue. As a private dry hire wedding venue, you’ll have the freedom to decorate, cater, and tailor the space to your liking. With a flexible custom pricing process and hands-off approach, The Goolabri team allows you to let your creativity run wild and design your wedding day around your unique theme and style.
Stunning, natural parkland grounds. Whether you’re after a vibrant marquee affair or a gorgeous, intimate garden ceremony, Goolabri can accommodate you with glorious natural backdrops. You’ll really feel the heart and love that went into building this enchanting venue. Explore the expansive grounds, discover secret gardens, and relax in the shade of the canopies.

What The Wedgetail Pavilion at Goolabri Canberra weddings are like:
Breathtaking boutique dry hire wedding venue
300 acres of gorgeous natural parklands and manicured gardens
Stunning indoor and outdoor wedding settings
Glamourous pavilion marquee
20 minutes from Canberra CBD
Tailored pricing structure
30 years of experience
DIY catering, decorating, and entertainment

What’s the maximum capacity for weddings at The Wedgetail Pavilion at Goolabri Canberra?
The Wedgetail Pavilion at Goolabri can accommodate up to 1000 guests standing or 450 seated in the marquee.

The Goolabri team were incredible! They had everything in a package that suited us really well, which was our favourite part, and the service was absolutely amazing. Our wedding coordinator was very prepared and very approachable.” — Fiona M.

About

With many years in the Wedding industry Ben has great knowledge of what works to make your day a great success. Nothing is a problem.

Mr Ben Luton

Manager


Venue Features

Indoor / Outdoor Ceremony

Min 2 / Max 500 Reception guests

Price per head: Low $10 / High $ 180

Min - / Max 500 Ceremony Guests

Time restrictions: 12:00 AM

3rd Party Catering

Music must end by 11:00 PM


Nearby Accommodation


FAQ

Goolabri is located just 10-15 minutes from the centre of Canberra, which makes getting here very easy!

An alternative option we offer is a shuttle bus that can do 2-3 pick ups and drop offs to various locations of your choice!

No we do not provide catering but you can choose one of the many great caterers from the Canberra and surrounding regions to cater your event. 

Yes you can. We have a finishing kitchen availabel for hire as well as a large "Back of house" area to utilise


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4.8 out of 5.0
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Goolabri consistently impresses couples with its stunning bushland setting, beautiful gardens, and charming venues, creating a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere for weddings. Guests frequently comment on the friendly, accommodating staff and the seamless, stress-free planning experience delivered by proactive team members like Ben and James, who go above and beyond to meet clients’ needs. The venue’s versatility allows for flexible setups, whether indoors or outdoors, and the excellent catering receives high praise, with many noting the delicious, abundant food and thoughtful handling of dietary requirements. While some couples mention minor communication hiccups or wish for on-site accommodation, these are often overshadowed by overall positive experiences and the venue’s commitment to making each wedding special. Goolabri’s combination of picturesque scenery, attentive service, and exceptional food makes it a popular choice for couples seeking a memorable and authentic country wedding, with many not only recommending but also planning to return.

June 2021

Ben and the team at Goolabri were beyond incredible and made our night even more unforgettable! Nothing was too much for Ben and he was so easy to talk to any time of the day. Thank you so much Ben and the Goolabri team for everything you did for us on our special day!

Emily A.

March 2021

An amazing venue! We had so many comments from our guests about their top service. Flawless service all night! Ben is great and we couldn’t have asked for any more!

Sam C.

December 2020

Ben and the team made our day effortless. They ensured we were fed, despite our crazy photo schedule and the food was delicious! The space was beautiful, the location was perfect and all staff were friendly. We highly recommend Goolabri.

Bridie M.

December 2020

Ben and the team at Goolabri made our day special. The venue is beautiful and despite moving into the garden room due to inclement weather, it was still stunning. The service was brilliant, the food is DIVINE and no-one went home hungry. Ben accommodated all our COVID changes, plus some last minute guest additions with a smile. Nothing was too much trouble. We would highly recommend them.

Meg G.

August 2020

My husband and I just had our wedding reception at the Wedgetail Pavilion at Goolabri on Saturday August 1 2020. James was extremely accommodating for us during what was a very stressful time to plan a wedding. James was very patient with us as we changed our date due to coronavirus, answered all my questions, arranged times to meet on several occasions and helped us throughout the whole experience. He truly made our wedding planning experience that much better with his excellent service and experience in event planning. The pavilion itself was wonderful, it looked amazing and was really picturesque. The food was plentiful and tasted amazing, all our guests loved everything and the table service was great. Our event did need to be seated to comply with state restrictions, but Goolabri staff ensured that this did not have overwhelming effects on the feel of our day. It was perfect.

Emma H.


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Looking for nice hall to hire in ACT that will fit 100 people?

Needing a hall to hire for wedding reception in May in Canberra. Approx 100 guests and will allow outside catering.

The Wedgetail Pavilion at Goolabri

Hello! Goolabri is located in the Canberra region and has a venue that sounds like it will suit your needs, you can have outside catering, and there are a few openings in May. You can contact Goolabri on info@goolabri.com or 0452443294. 

Can you please recommend a few wedding receptions that cater for up to 300 people?

Max $150pp

The Wedgetail Pavilion at Goolabri

Hi Steph,

At Goolabri we can cater for receptions up to 450 sit down. Feel free to give us a call for any further information you might need!

Stephanie R

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