Hire and bookings
As you will be aware, the Australian Federal Government has issued a ban on non-essential outdoor gatherings of 500 people or more and non-essential indoor gatherings of 100 people or more. If you are planning to hold an event in the City of Perth boundary within the foreseeable future, please consider that it is unlikely it will be approved. The City of Perth is committed to providing a safe and healthy community and we advise you to please consider postponing your event.
For events later in the year, the City of Perth’s Activity Approvals team will continue to support event applications and will work with you to facilitate activation of the City.
Wedding space hire
The city offers wonderful options for ceremony, reception and wedding photography locations. We know it takes time to find your perfect space and weigh up your options. You can find details about the processes involved and things to consider below.
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Wedding space hire
The City of Perth has four beautiful gardens and reserves designated as an ideal location for a wedding ceremony — Harold Boas, Queens Gardens, Council House Gardens and Point Fraser Reserve. Other parks and reserves may be used as a wedding ceremony subject to approval, however any major events or public works take priority over wedding ceremonies at these locations.
Please make booking enquiries for wedding parks and gardens hire to the City of Perth Customer Service Centre on 9461 3333 or email info@cityofperth.wa.gov.au
Facilities hire
The City has facilities to suit all occasions, from small meetings through to large events and parties. You can book spaces at Perth Town Hall, City of Perth Library and Northbridge Piazza.
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Perth Town Hall
The award-winning Perth Town Hall is a beautifully restored heritage hall in the Victorian Gothic style. It’s a little known gem in the heart of the CBD. A unique venue for your wedding reception or ceremony, client night, show, or gala function.
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City of Perth Library meeting rooms
The Library has a variety of modern and private meeting rooms for four to 12 people, which are able to be booked by the hour at competitive rates. All meeting rooms are located on Level 2 of the Library.
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City of Perth Library function spaces
The City of Perth Library has three function spaces that cater to events of up to 150 people. The Atrium, Auditorium and Terrace are versatile and modern spaces which can be booked on a day-to-day or weekly basis. The Library is perfect for small intimate dinners as will as large presentations and cocktail events.
Parks and gardens hire
To book one of the City's parks, you need to complete an event application form and carefully select a space that suits your requirements. You can compare parks and gardens before starting an application, and view specific booking details below.
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Parks, gardens and reserves
There are 10 larger parklands and reserves and several smaller gardens within the city. Available facilities vary between locations. Many have public toilets, rotundas and seating for you to use.
Public open space hire
Organisations can book spaces in the City's malls for promotional activities and special events. The larger stage areas at Forrest Chase and Northbridge Piazza are also available to hire.
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Events and activities in the city malls
There are a number of event spaces available for short term hire throughout Hay Street Mall, Murray Street Mall and around the Station Concourse. These spaces are ideal for performers, small exhibitions, celebrity/guest appearances, brand activations, media launches, stalls, displays and competitions.
Banner bookings
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Banner bookings
Organisations can hire banner sites and flag poles around the city. Locations on offer include St Georges Terrace, Adelaide Terrace, the malls, Wellington St, Hampden Road, Kings Park Road and around Northbridge. Sites can be booked in week blocks and charged at a weekly or two-weekly rate. Specifications, fees and details can be found below
Frequently asked questions
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Welcome to Country and Acknowledgement of Traditional OwnershipThe City encourages stakeholders amongst the community to carry out Welcome to Country or Acknowledgement of Country protocols wherever possible and appropriate.
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Event advertising posters on street poles etcAll event advertising needs to be approved by the City of Perth, unless posted on private property with the owner’s permission. When applying for your event please outline any specific advertising requirements.
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Can I use City of Perth in advertising my event?No, you cannot use City of Perth collateral in any of your marketing material.
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Advertising on City of Perth website and social mediaNo guarantee can be made that the City will publish any advertising material, however, if you wish to send details and event advertising to perth.city@cityofperth.wa.gov.au the City’s Media Team may publish your request.
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BuskingAll street entertainers whether individuals or part of a group, must be licensed. Licenses are available from the Customer Service Centre, Ground Floor, City of Perth, 27 St Georges Terrace, Perth. Enquiries regarding street entertainment and busking are welcome on 08 9461 3333.
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Chalk and decals on pavementChalk stencilling is prohibited on any City property. The City may consider pavement decals. Please email activity.approvals@cityofperth.wa.gov.au for more information and guidelines.
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DronesDrones are not permitted to fly over events. For more information please email activity.approvals@cityofperth.wa.gov.au.
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Elizabeth Quay and the Perth Cultural Centre availability and bookingsElizabeth Quay and the Cultural Centre is under the care and control of Metropolitan Redevelopment Authority. Please contact eqevents@mra.wa.gov.au for the hire of Elizabeth Quay or refer to the MRA website for organising an event at the Cultural Centre. Please note an event permit may still be required from the City.
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Food trucksAny food trucks operating in the City of Perth require a Special Events Permit. Please refer here for Special Events Permit Application. If you are looking to join the Mobile Food Truck Program, applications open in January 2019 for the 2019/2020 annual permit selection. Please note that only a maximum of 12 permits will be issued.