OVERVIEW
Striking modern architecture meets a garden oasis at The Calyx. Situated on the lush green lawns of the Royal Botanic Gardens in Sydney, it’s an extraordinary venue that is bound to enchant all of your guests. They’ll be whisked away from the garden entrance via a trackless train to arrive for your unforgettable nature-inspired wedding ceremony and reception.
The Calyx showcases the largest living wall in the southern hemisphere, making it an epic botanical wedding venue that impresses visitors all year round. After hours, the exhibition space can be hired privately and the spectacular central water feature is the perfect setting for ceremonies. You can also marry on The Rockery, Eucalypt and Fig Tree Lawn nearby.
Nature enthusiasts will be drawn to this incredibly unique venue, where 18,000 living plants thrive in harmony. It’s a blooming, sun-speckled backdrop that changes with the seasons. Complete with an indoor event space and a spacious terrace, your wedding photographer will be able to capture the beauty and joyful emotions of the day from every angle.
Top three things you’ll love about your The Calyx wedding:
The versatile ceremony and reception options at The Calyx:
What The Calyx wedding space is like:
Here’s what else you need to know about The Calyx weddings:
What The Calyx couples say:
‘We held our Wedding reception at The Calyx in the Royal Botanic Gardens and couldn’t be happier. The Event Coordinators were fantastic to work with and a large reason our day was so successful. The Calyx is an amazing venue. It was spacious enough for all our guests, the outside veranda was perfect for cocktails & canapes, the exhibition area made for a unique backdrop for our dinner & dancing, and the location in the gardens couldn’t be better!’ Kem
How much does a wedding at The Calyx cost?
The total price of a Calyx wedding works on a minimum spend basis. Minimum spends apply depending on the day of the week and time of the year, and the price per person wedding packages start from $125, plus venue hire.
What are some of the nearby attractions to The Calyx?
Is The Calyx a nice place for a wedding?
Yes. The Calyx is an original and refreshing wedding venue in the heart of Sydney CBD. Complete with colour changing LEDs that illuminate its jaw-dropping architecture, blank canvas exhibition spaces and an experienced events team, there are so many reasons to fall in love with The Calyx wedding venue.
Venue Features
Outdoor Ceremony
Min 20 / Max 400 Reception guests
Price per head: Low $170 / High $ 250
Min 20 / Max 400 Ceremony Guests
Time restrictions: 12:00 AM
In-house catering
8.00 hours Event time included
Additional Hours $1320 Per Hour
Music must end by 12:00 AM
FAQ
RGB lighting to uplight the Iris Terrace white beams, six modern cocktail tables and 12 matching high stools, wooden benches, 5 tall plinth cocktail
tables, six low white tables with matching chairs.
Yes, there are restrictions including soil, confetti, glitter rigging on the white paint or open flame within the venue or gardens. Please speak with our
events team for more information.
For entry via the suggested gate, Morshead Fountain Gate, the closest is Secure Carpark - 131 Macquarie Street Sydney or there are also metered spots on Macquarie Street.
Yes, our event team can tailor a bespoke menu. We understand that every aspect of your event is personal and you may want to design a special menu at an additional cost.
Daytime events from 7.00am to 4.00pm and evening events 6.00pm to 11.30pm.
May 2019
Expert Advice
As a wedding professional, The Calyx offers expert advice to help couples plan their perfect day. Ask a question or read their expert advice.
Get Expert AdviceCan we have a morning wedding?
Do venues charge more for weddings on Public Holidays?
HI All My partner and I are considering getting married on Monday 5/10/20, which is Labour Day in the ACT and NSW. We were wondering if the venue hire would be increased, or if vendors would increase their fees? I understand that many may just charge the weekend rate, which is fine, but I'm just checking. Thanks!
The Calyx
Hi Lauren,
Thanks for your enquiry.
We do charge extra service fees/ surcharges for public holidays.
All the best with the planning of your special day!
Kindly,
Allyson
Is there a venue that will let us dance until 2 a.m.?
The Calyx
Our conslusions times vary per venue and licensing.
STUDIO Sydney Tower does allow for extensions till 2am to suit your dancing needs.
All the best with your planning!
Kindly,
Allyson
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Garden ceremonies can be hosted at many different locations throughout The Royal Botanic Gardens and at various times of the day. When looking at your reception, The Calyx is open to the public as an exhibition space from 10am - 4pm each day, but there are options for lunch receptions, This wouldn't be exclusive use of the venue, but in a private room for you and your guests. Receptions with exclusive use of the venue commence at 6pm. Let me know if I can assist you any furhter!