Wedding Terms & Conditions

  • City Hall comfortably accommodates up to 80 guests for a sit-down reception. For cocktail or canapé-style events, we can host up to 120 guests. Please note: if you’re planning to have the maximum number of guests, space for a band (up to 3-piece) and a dance floor will be limited. We’re happy to discuss layout options and any specific needs during your site visit.

  • Our event packages include 5 hours of venue hire—typical timings are 5:30pm–10:30pm or 6:00pm–11:00pm. City Hall is licensed until 4am, so if you’d like to extend your reception, you’re welcome to do so. Additional time is charged at $375 per half hour for the venue, plus a minimum of $10 per person per half hour for beverages.

  • To secure your booking, a non-refundable security deposit of $3,950 is required within 24 hours of making your reservation. This deposit is credited towards the 5-hour venue hire fee of $3,950. Payment of the deposit confirms your acceptance of the Terms and Conditions in this package. City Hall reserves the right to cancel any bookings without a deposit and completed Terms & Conditions form.

    Fifty percent (50%) of the minimum spend is due 28 days before your event, with the remaining balance payable in full 14 days prior to your event date. All credit card payments incur a 1.5% surcharge. Personal cheques are not accepted unless previously arranged. Additionally, a $500 credit card pre-authorisation is required 7 days before your event to cover any incidental charges on the night.

  • We require confirmation of your final guest numbers at least 14 days before your event to ensure accurate catering and staffing. Once confirmed, this number will be considered final, and catering will be provided (and charged) accordingly—regardless of any last-minute cancellations. Final food and beverage selections are also due 14 days prior to your event. Please note, our menus are subject to seasonal changes, but we’ll notify you of any updates in advance.

  • Events at City Hall will commence strictly at the agreed start time between City Hall and the event host. If guests arrive before this scheduled time, an early arrival surcharge will apply. The fee is $500 plus $15 per person for every half hour guests are early, and will be charged to your credit card.

  • We understand that sometimes unforeseen circumstances mean you may need to cancel or postpone your wedding or event. Please note the following terms:

    • All cancellations or changes of date will result in the loss of the full deposit, as well as any payments made or due up to that point, along with any applicable fees outlined in this policy. No credits are provided for date changes or transfers.

    • If you cancel or postpone within 6 months of your event date, 50% of the minimum spend will be payable.

    • For cancellations or postponements made within 14 days of your event date, the full amount stated on your final invoice will be due. Any outstanding balances will be immediately payable to City Hall.

    All cancellations must be submitted to City Hall in writing.
    City Hall reserves the right to cancel or postpone any booking and refund or credit any payments made, including in cases of unforeseen circumstances such as extreme weather, accidents, or a change in ownership.

  • Monday $8,000 (Not including Public Holidays + December - Jan)

    Thursday $12,000 (Not including Public Holidays + December - Jan)

    Friday - Sunday $24,000 (October -November + Feb - April)
    Friday - Sunday $18,000 (May + September)

    Thursday - Sunday $28,000 (December + Jan)

    Friday - Sunday $12,000 (June to August)

    Monday - Thursday $8,000 (June to August)

    Long weekends (Thursday - Monday) incur a higher minimum spends. Should your guest numbers fall short of the minimum spend, the full minimum tariff will be charged. 10% service surcharge for Sundays. For Public holiday days, please ask for further information as additional fees and minimum spends apply.

  • All major furniture, fixtures, and fittings must remain in the layout and style set by City Hall. Our team is happy to assist by placing your bonbonnieres and place cards at no extra cost. Please ensure that name tags and menus are grouped and ordered by table when delivered (the day before your event). If you’d like to bring in any additional décor or items, please discuss and get approval from our Event Coordinator prior to your reception.

  • A main meal and beverages must be provided for entertainers, photographers, and videographers at a rate of $60 per person. This includes one main meal and a beverage. Children’s meals (for guests under 16 years) are available at $40 each, which includes a main meal plus soft drinks and juice for the evening.


    For guests under 18 years old, additional meals are charged at $95 per person. For guests aged 18 and over, additional meals are charged at the full package price—this applies to all adults, regardless of whether they consume alcohol.


    While City Hall aims to maintain current prices, please note that menu costs may be subject to change due to fluctuations in food and beverage prices. However, any increase will not exceed 7% of your selected package price.

  • While our staff will always handle your belongings with care, City Hall is not responsible for any damage or loss of goods, equipment, or merchandise left on the premises before, during, or after your event. Please note that confetti, rice, streamer poppers, flower petals, and sequin-style scatters (such as stars or hearts) are not permitted at your event.

    We kindly ask that all decorations, props, and equipment are removed at the end of your function or collected the following day before 12pm. Any items left behind may incur a removal fee.

  • City Hall adheres strictly to Territory Government regulations for the responsible service of alcohol. Service will be refused to intoxicated persons, minors, or anyone whose behaviour is deemed disorderly by management. Such individuals may also be asked to leave the premises.

  • City Hall maintains public liability insurance specific to our venue and its fit-out. However, all external suppliers are required to hold their own public liability insurance. Please note that City Hall’s insurance does not cover any harm or damage to guests caused by external suppliers, their equipment, styling, décor, furniture, or goods.

  • City Hall does not offer tastings. However, your package includes a two-hour onsite private consultation with our wedding planner, scheduled six weeks before your wedding date. During this meeting, we’ll cover every aspect of your event, including food and beverage selections. If you’d like additional in-person planning time, this can be arranged for $100 per hour. Our wedding planners are also available via phone or email throughout the planning process to answer any questions you may have.

  • In line with ACT Health regulations, smoking is not permitted inside City Hall or on its balconies. Guests who wish to smoke will be directed to a designated smoking area outside the venue.

  • City Hall does not accept responsibility for the loss or damage of any property before, during, or after your event. As the event host, you are responsible for any damage to the building, facilities, furnishings, or tableware caused by your guests or contractors (such as decorators or musicians). Any damages or breakages will be charged to your credit card.

  • All external contractors and hire arrangements must be communicated to City Hall at least 14 days before your wedding. Approval by management is required for all contractors. City Hall reserves the right to set limits or time restrictions on external contractors as needed.

  • Please let us know about any guest food allergies when you confirm your final numbers. While our chef and kitchen team will take every care to avoid specified allergens in meal preparation, we cannot guarantee that meals will be completely allergen-free, as our kitchen handles a wide range of ingredients.

  • A cleaning fee of $500 may be charged at the discretion of management if the venue is left in an unacceptable condition or if wedding decorations are not removed after the event.

  • Postponements due to COVID-19 will only be permitted if required by an official Australian Government order. Other circumstances related to COVID-19—such as its ongoing presence in the community or travel restrictions affecting your guests—will not be considered valid reasons for postponement, and standard cancellation charges will apply as outlined in these terms. Bookings for future dates may be made for guest numbers higher than those currently allowed; however, your event must comply with any restrictions in place at the time of your event.

  • Credit card details must be provided to the event organiser one week prior to your event. This allows for any bar tab, breakages, damages, or other incidental charges to be processed on the night.

  • All events exceeding 30 people, with alcohol being consumed require 2 security guards to be present for the duration of your function. The cost per guard will be $75.00 per hour (excluding public holidays) for a minimum of 4 hours. This cost is payable by the client.