Forest hire


dancers in traditional cultural wear performing in the cork oak forest
family walking through the cork oak forest
a cellist playing in the forest with green leaves in the foreground
a group of well dressed adults standing and chatting the forest
a cyclist riding through the cork oak forest with event tents visible in the distance
a bride and groom standing at the hilltop lookout with the arboretum forests in the background

With access stunning forests and spectacular views, create a bespoke outdoor event experience only available at the National Arboretum Canberra.

From the picturesque 100-year-old Cork Oak forest to the panoramic vistas from Dairy Farmers Hill, the Arboretum has an outdoor venue ideal for all occasions, whether you’re planning a wedding, engagement or private gathering.

For enquiries and bookings, please contact us via 02 6207 8484 or email arboretum.events@act.gov.au

Venue Information

  • Forests and gardens are available for non-exclusive use during general visiting hours.
  • Not all forests and gardens are available for bookings.
  • All outdoor wedding ceremonies and planned celebrations of any size must be pre-booked, fees apply.
  • Additional fees may apply for larger outdoor events.
  • Event infrastructure, including marquees and archways, or external suppliers are not permitted without prior approval. This applies to all small and low impact events in any of the Arboretum’s forests.
  • Limited car parking spaces are available at Cork Oak, Himalayan Cedars and Dairy Farmers Hill carparks.
  • The BBQ and tables area in the Himalayan Cedar forest cannot be booked and is ONLY available for general public use on a first come-first served basis.
  • Additional charge for security may apply.