Book a public space
Council offers many venues for weddings, ceremonies, meetings and other events, including beaches and foreshores, parks and gardens, BBQs and shelters, Cairns Esplanade, Cairns Botanic Gardens, Barlow Park sporting facility, Sugarworld Parklands, Cairns Libraries and community halls.
We use an online enquiry system for booking our rooms and public spaces. Specific booking timeframes and conditions apply.
Browse venues
Public spaces that can be booked for events include parks & gardens, beaches & foreshores, BBQs & shelters, Cairns Esplanade parklands, Cairns Botanic Gardens, Barlow Park, Sugarworld Parklands as well as meeting rooms, sports fields and community halls. Terms and conditions apply. Fees may apply.
How to book a public space
We use an online enquiry system for weddings, ceremonies, meetings and events in Council's rooms and public spaces. Specific booking timeframes and conditions apply. Check your preferred venue for details. Your booking is not confirmed until you receive written advice from Council.
Venue booking terms & conditions
Terms and conditions apply for use of each public space. You may also be required to pay fees and charges, hold insurance and comply with other conditions. Best Practice Management Guidelines outline the venue management, hire and usage conditions for each bookable venue.
Last Updated: 9 December 2024
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