Our Complete Guide to Perth Wedding Venue Hire
From the historic streets of Fremantle to the beautiful wine region of Swan Valley and right into the city centre, there are many sights to enjoy in and around Perth. The city’s surrounded by national parks and incredible landscapes, and is truly a destination for any couple that loves to explore the great Australian outdoors. Perth wedding venues range in style and include gorgeous garden venues for alfresco weddings, modern winery venues, traditional religious wedding venues like St. Mary’s Cathedral, and beachfront hotels and event spaces.
Our Easy Weddings Venue Finders have visited the top local venues, including those in Swan Valley and Fremantle, to bring you the Perth wedding venue highlights.
Getting married in Perth? Here are some of the highlights you can look forward to:
- Snapping your pre-wedding photos in the springtime carpet of wildflowers in the hinterland of Geraldton
- Photos with your wedding party at the sprawling Kings Park and Botanic Gardens (larger than NYC’s Central Park!), in the historic laneways of Fremantle, or on the waterfront at Matilda Bay
- Your wedding guests enjoying the historic architecture, laneway strolls, and great restaurants in Fremantle
- Heading to Yanchep National Park for your engagement photo session
- Your wedding morning swim at Cottesloe Beach, Mettams Pool, or Leighton Beach
- Spending the day after your wedding soaking in the rock pools at North Beach, winery hopping in Swan Valley, or spotting adorable quokkas on Rottnest Island
What is the best time of year for a wedding in Perth?
Warm, dry summers and mild winters give Perth a delightful climate year round, with weddings hosted throughout. If you’re after wedding photos that include vivid displays of wildflowers, a springtime wedding would be a stunner. If you’re into warm, sunny days, summer is comfortable for an alfresco Fremantle wedding. Autumnal colours abound during Perth weddings from March to May. The most popular Perth wedding dates tend to fall in March, October, and November.
What are the popular wedding styles in Perth?Perth weddings range in style, many leaning toward a vintage wedding style and taking place in the rustic wineries of Swan Valley or going with a traditional wedding style and opting for a church wedding ceremony followed by a reception at a formal, classic wedding ballroom. Many couples also opt for a modern industrial style wedding in the historic venues of Fremantle, or stick to Boho chic on the beach.
Are there any major events in Perth that we should consider when planning our wedding?Perth puts on an annual festival at the end of February, celebrating Chinese New Year and attracting many visitors to the region. Sporting and cultural festivals also take place throughout the year. As Perth is limited in its accommodation options, we recommend discussing the best wedding date for you with your chosen wedding venue. They’ll have the best idea of what the hotel options and transportation issues will be for your wedding date based on their proximity to any local events.
Should we consider any wedding venue locations near Perth?Pinnacles Desert, Penguin Island, Swan Valley, and Rottnest Island are just a few of the nearby attractions just outside of Perth and each has its stunning landscapes for wedding photos or a well rounded mix of wedding venues. The famed Margaret River wine region is just a three-hour drive from Perth, and together with Bunbury, includes a long list of winery wedding venues that may be worth a browse if you’re considering extending your Perth wedding venue search.
