Weddings & Private Functions

Cottesloe is a picturesque coastal suburb providing a stunning backdrop for weddings with its pristine beaches and charm. Whether exchanging vows in a beachside ceremony, celebrating at one of our elegant venues or enjoying a reception with panoramic views, Cottesloe offers couples an unforgettable setting to begin their journey together.

Civic Centre Locations

Surrounded by luscious greenery and historical buildings, the Civic Centre gardens are well known for their tranquil atmosphere.

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Beach Locations

Cottesloe offers simple beach ceremonies at the Arch Monument overlooking the Beach at Cottesloe or on the sand at North Cottesloe Beach. 

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Wedding Event Process

Choose a Venue and Review Facility Hire and Hirer Guide Documents

Wedding applicants are invited to view their preferred venue in person to ensure that the venue is suited to their plans. If visiting, please call the Town of Cottesloe before visiting to avoid disrupting a pre-booked event.

Enquire about Wedding Dates and Venue Availability

Enquiries may be made via our website, email or over the phone.

Submit a Wedding Application

Wedding Event Application Form

Application Review and Client Call Back

After reviewing your wedding application, one of our friendly events staff will call you on your provided phone number to discuss details of your wedding and may take payment over the phone at this stage. If unavailable, our team will try to leave a message on your phone instead.

Full Payment of Wedding Event Charges and Bond Payable

Staff will take payment details over the phone and secure the booking after full payment has been made. A confirmation letter will then be sent through to a supplied email.

One Month Pre-Event Check-In

Approximately one month before your event, staff will contact you regarding eligible paperwork. Documentation required may include permissions and confirmation around alcohol, details of vehicles accessing the venue, additional bin hire, use of marquee stakes and other documentation relating to your wedding set up. The events officer will also discuss regarding any relevant information such as key pick up and drop off and logistics on the day.

Two Weeks Before Event - Submission of All Event-Related Documentation

Two weeks before your wedding event date, all permission forms requested by events staff previously must be fully completed and submitted to town@cottesloe.wa.gov.au, except for the bond refund form which must be submitted after the event has taken place.

Event Held

Wedding takes place.

Submission of Bond Refund Form

Once the event has been held, you may send through you bond refund form. Your bond will be refunded after an inspection is made of the venue to view any damage and once it has been confirmed that no damage has been incurred. Bond refund forms should be sent through to town@cottesloe.wa.gov.au.

 

Application Documentation

Related Documents 

Wedding - Online Application Form

Facility Hire - Conditions of Use

War Memorial Hall and Lounge - Hirer Guide

Lesser Hall - Hirer Guide

Vehicle Access Form

Vehicle Access Map

Permission to Consume Alcohol on Council Land

Event Bin Form

Bond Refund Request Form

Civic Centre Map