Pioneer Garden

Situated under the shade of big, beautiful trees, this is an excellent lawn to host your event out of the summer heat. 

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Location

Pioneer Garden, Royal Botanic Garden Sydney

Price

See full rate card below

Hire capacity

Up to 150 guests

Accessibility

Limited wheelchair access. See Garden accessibility for more information and venue options.

Garden accessibility
Further information

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Frequently asked questions

Perfect for summer events

Situated under the shade of big, beautiful trees, this is an excellent lawn to host your event out of the summer heat.

Tucked away in the upper gardens near The Calyx, guests will love the easy access, secluded space and close amenities.  

Pioneer Garden is the perfect location to host your alfresco event, whether it’s a picnic, family gathering, birthday party, corporate party, or Christmas party. 

Book the Pioneer Garden

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Venue hire

Ideal for:

  • Picnics 
  • Birthday parties 
  • Corporate parties
  • Christmas parties
  • Wedding ceremonies

What's included?

This site is a bare site hire. It includes exclusive use of your location, including set-up and pack-down time. 

Hire periods

The minimum booking period is 3 hours, with the option to add on further hours during Garden opening times.

Rate card

July 2024 to June 2025

Events at Pioneer Garden

DescriptionStandard fee
Unreserved (0 – 20 pax)Free
3-hour hire (21+ pax)$388
Additional hours$130 per hour

 

Miscellaneous charges

DescriptionStandard fee

Supplier escort

  • Vehicle access suppliers only
  • Includes entry and exit
$93 per vehicle
Static Ranger (4 hour minimum)$69 per hour
Alfresco event photography permit$295

 

Note:

  • All fees are quoted GST inclusive.
  • Ranger fees are subject to a minimum of four hours.
  • Duration of event booking includes set up and pack down of the event.
  • Maximum of two supplier escorts per booking.
  • Additional miscellaneous charges may apply.