Weddings and Other Formal Ceremonies

The Sunshine Coast region has many attractive parks and beaches where weddings and other formal ceremonies can be held. Whether you prefer ocean views, peaceful bush settings or open parkland, an outdoor ceremony on the Sunshine Coast can make it a day to remember.

All beaches and parks are available for ceremonies, except Noosa Main Beach between "First Point and Middle Groyne". If you propose using a beach for your ceremony, it must take place outside the flagged bathing area that is setup on the day.

How to apply

Complete an Application for Wedding/Formal Ceremony [PDF 61KB] and sign to agree to the Wedding/Formal Ceremony Conditions [PDF 44KB]. Please note that a receipt for payment does not constitute approval. Your booking is confirmed once you have received an approval letter from council.

Detailed information and policies are now available via the Toolbox website.

Costs

A non-refundable fee of $137.00 (GST free) is payable by cash, cheque or credit card. Payment can be made via email (with scanned copy signature), fax, post, or in person at council's customer service centre. See application form for application lodgement and payment details.

Application process

If your application has been fully completed, you should receive a payment receipt and approval letter within 10 working days. If there is another booking or event which conflicts with your application, we will contact you by telephone to discuss.

Things to consider

How important is it that you have control of the area chosen? Other users may be in the area picnicking, playing or walking dogs. There may also be another ceremony both prior to and/or after your booking.

Your booking will confirm that no other bookings exist for the nominated time and in the nominated location. However, an approval does not guarantee exclusive use of the area and/or its facilities.

Due to the popularity of these locations, a total maximum 2 hour time limit applies for bookings (including setup, ceremony and cleanup) at Noosa Main Beach foreshore areas and Point Perry, Coolum. All other locations have a total maximum time limit of 3 hours (including setup, ceremony and cleanup).

Council maintains its parks and gardens on a routine maintenance program. Special mowing or additional servicing of the area is not provided. Council is also unable to control leaf/branch debris resulting from inclement weather conditions or irresponsible people using the area prior to your ceremony.

Can the official party and all your guests access the area safely? Do you have elderly or mobility impaired guests? Is the area easily accessible for manual delivery of equipment and setup as vehicle access is not permitted into park or beach areas.  Vehicles must be parked in designated car parking spaces.

Do you have a wet weather alternative? We suggest you speak to your function venue for possible assistance.

Some areas a more exposed to the elements than others, for example, late afternoon winds along the coastal strip. The available space and ambiance of beaches are also affected by high or low tides. We suggest you check the local tide times.

Popular locations

All beaches and parks are available for ceremonies, except Noosa Main Beach between "First Point and Middle Groyne". 

Below, for your convenience, is a list, maps and photographs of the most popular locations across the region: