About this venue
Point Fraser is a charming location in Perth, offering elegant pathways and boardwalks that wind through the reserve, showcasing its environmental, historical, and cultural heritage. Surrounded by lush greenery, grassy terraces, and serene riverfront spots, it provides a magical retreat with picturesque views of the Swan River, where dolphins and other aquatic life are often seen.
As a popular wedding venue in Western Australia, Point Fraser is perfect for your Perth wedding, providing an ideal setting for a garden celebration. The peaceful reflections of the Swan River create a stunning backdrop for your ceremony and reception, making it a memorable experience for you and your guests.
The reserve features several on-site amenities, including eateries, reception venues, a playground, public barbecues, and options for bike and canoe hire. Point Fraser is suitable for small to medium-sized weddings and offers two areas for hire:
- The eastern half of the park, with its inviting grassy terraces.
- The western half of the park, boasting picturesque boardwalks.
Capacity
Features
Catering & drinks
- Catering Allowed
Facilities
- Public Toilets
- Fountains / Drinking Water
- Benches/seating
- Rubbish bins
- Shaded areas
- Free WiFi
- Playground
- Surveillance Cameras
- Natural light
Accessibility
- Accessible toilets
- Wheelchair accessible
Music and Audio Visual Equipment
- Own music allowed
Parking and transport
- Paid parking
- Accessible parking
- Close to Public Transport
Pets
- Pets allowed on leash
Attractions
- Views
- Bridge
- Lake
- Bush
- Birds
- Children's playground
Hire fees and packages
For wedding bookings:
$20 Admin fee + $102 per hour.
Wedding Bundle Discount
Customers who hire a City of Perth park for a wedding ceremony and the Perth Town Hall as their reception venue are eligible for a $300 discount on Town Hall hire fees. Contact us to learn more.
Rules
To protect the wildlife and ecosystems; strictly no confetti, rose petals (or similar) is to be brought into the gardens.
There is no provision for electrical power usage in the park.
A protection zone with a 4m radius around all trees and 2m from footpaths must be maintained.
All furniture including marquees and umbrellas, must be approved by City of Perth before it can be used in the parks.
No vehicle will be given access to the park.
All prices include GST and are subject to change.
No refunds will be given for inclement weather.
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Testimonials
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Our wedding at Point Fraser was absolutely perfect! Thank you so much!
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The booking team were very helpful in making adjustments to the booking and ensuring everything went smoothly, very thankful to them!
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Lovely, the park and river look amazing in the afternoon sun.
Frequently asked questions about this venue
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Do I need a permit if I’m just taking wedding/engagement photos in the park?Yes, you will need a permit for photos.
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What do I do in the event of inclement weather on my booking date?As the parks are all open with limited covered areas, you will need to account for the possibility of rain, heatwaves and other weather conditions potentially impact your booking.
Marquees (no bigger than 3x3m) and large umbrellas can be used as protection from the elements, please note: all equipment will need to be weighted with sandbags or blocks. (Pegging into the grass is prohibited)
If you have booked the Perth Town Hall as your Wedding Reception venue, it is possible to relocate your Ceremony there in the event of inclement weather for no charge. -
Do I need to setup in a specific location?There are no designated spots to setup, so you are welcome to choose any grassed location within your hired area as long as you are not blocking thoroughfares, footpaths or other access areas.
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Can I reserve an on street parking locationYes, on street parking can be reserved for the purpose of bump-in, parking and equipment collection. Click here to book on-street parking.
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What types of furniture should I avoid bringing into the park?Any furniture/equipment that may pierce or cause damage to the lawn will not be approved. This includes chairs with narrow or pointy legs.
Equipment with large flat metal bases (such as umbrellas holders) will need some form of insulation (e.g. carpet squares) between the metal and grass to avoid burning the lawn.
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