Best Dandenong Ranges Wedding Venues & Entertainment
A wedding held in the Dandenong Ranges is about as whimsical and close to the beauty of nature as you can ask for. Take your pick of floral delights in the warmer months, or wait for the misty winter skies. Less than an hour out of Melbourne CBD, the Dandenong Ranges is the perfect area to have your forest wedding.
We’ve lined up five very cool wedding venues, plus the best Melbourne wedding entertainment. If you want to wow and surprise your guests, why not get one of our Hey Jack wedding DJs, and then add a saxophonist to bring the dance-floor to life. Feeling a more classic vibe? Our wedding band music, with acoustic musicians, make up some of the best Melbourne acoustic soloists, duos and even trios you’ll find.
The Best Dandenong Ranges Wedding Venues
Tatra
We know you love a bit of choice! At Tatra Receptions, you can have your ceremony indoors at the light-filled chapel. Floor-to-ceiling windows provide views of the Dandenong Ranges forest. But you can also marry outside in a luscious garden, in a gazebo or wrought-iron cupola. Your reception will feel luxe!
The ballroom has spectacular views of the gardens and is furnished with chandeliers, imported Napoleon banquet chairs, Calacatta marble bars, and much more! Now, picture walking down the aisle to the beautiful vocals of our acoustic wedding soloist or duo. Later, make the most of your dance-floor while a Melbourne wedding DJ brings you the best sounds.
Chateau Wyuna
This fairytale venue offers up the perfect spot for an intimate wedding within the gorgeous Dandenong Ranges forest. Chateau Wyuna has everything all in one spot, allowing you to move seamlessly from your ceremony, to cocktail hour, and then into the reception. Experience an enchanted-feel ceremony under the stunning pergola, with an amazing greenery backdrop.
This venue has so many amazing backdrops for your wedding day (we can confirm). From the waterfall amongst the gardens, to the treetop room overlooking the trees—and you can’t look past a photo in front of the heritage chapel. Set the scene in style with a classic Melbourne acoustic duo like our Revery Duo or a trio such as our Romy Trio who know all your favourite songs (our own Romy will nail the brief). Then, a DJ band can create the perfect party atmosphere later in the night.
Poets Lane
If you are looking for the perfect classical romantic venue then look no further than Poets Lane. This venue not only offers gorgeous onsite accommodation but it also gives you the choice of two different ceremony locations, with an elegant reception overlooking the lush green gardens. Poets Lane gives you the exclusive use of the entire venue for your special day, giving you complete freedom to tailor the day to you.
The onsite garden accommodation allows you to have your guests stay the night, or you and your bridal party to stay the night before your special day, and get ready at your accommodation onsite. This location is perfect for our own Charlie’s acoustic classic/modern mix to walk you down the aisle, followed by a live band for your ceremony and if you want to go all out, a DJ for the dance-floor.
Lyrebird Falls
This ethereal venue offers the best natural lighting for all of those wedding photos you’ve been dreaming of. The stained glass chapel is the perfect place to exchange your vows, before moving into either an indoor or outdoor ceremony. This venue can truly be tailored to your vision, as it gives you exclusive access to the entire venue for your special day.
There is a reason this venue has been awarded Best Ceremony Venue in Victoria for two years running (Australian Bridal Industry Awards). Lyrebird Falls is ideal for those intimate and classic wedding ceremonies, amongst the gorgeous forest backdrops. This venue would be perfect for a soft acoustic duo like our Zimi Duo or soloist like Delilah for cocktail hour, paired with a live band for the reception.
Marybrooke Manor
Marybrooke Manor is the all-in-one space for your Dandenong Ranges wedding. This venue takes you from the start to the end of your special day. Have a slow morning in the accommodation suites with your bridal party – the perfect location to get ready with the ones closest to you. Stay the night of your wedding and enjoy an intimate breakfast with your guests to wind down from the big day.
This National Trust-listed property is perfect for weddings all year round, with a stunning indoor ceremony space fitted with a floor-to-ceiling window overlooking the trees. Or, if the weather permits, Marybrooke Manor has a beautiful outdoor ceremony garden space. This heritage venue is perfectly paired with a string quartet or harpist to welcome your guests to the ceremony and walk you down the aisle.
The Best Dandenong Ranges Wedding Entertainment
Our entertainers are sure to add a unique element to your wedding or event. These experienced wedding entertainers cater to a range of styles and genres. From acoustic soloists and duos for your ceremony to a reception DJ (add a sax – trust us), we have the best on offer!
Dune – Acoustic Wedding Singer and DJ
Dune, the incredibly talented acoustic soloist, is ready to elevate your celebration! Dune brings a vibrant and authentic performance, delivering all the hits you know and love with a lively twist. With his years of experience, Dune understands how to captivate a crowd and is adored by audiences wherever he goes.
Dune’s diverse range and style allow him to seamlessly transform any song into a smooth and upbeat track. He’s the perfect choice for keeping spirits high and setting the right vibe during your canapé hour and throughout your reception.
Romy – Acoustic Wedding Duo, Dandenong Ranges
Romy is an incredible acoustic duo consisting of vocals and guitar, and has graced the Melbourne scene since 2014. An amazing addition to the Hey Jack team, they draw on influences from commercial RnB, neo-soul, and pop, which you can hear in her amazing vocals.
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