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Ballara Receptions provides a luxurious setting for your ceremony, reception and breathtaking photographs.
Create the most memorable day of your life surrounded by picturesque gardens overlooking a private lake and weeping willows, all located at the foothills of the Yarra Valley.
You will find everything you have ever dreamed of in the one Melbourne Wedding Venue – Chapel or garden ceremony, unlimited photographic opportunities and stunning reception.
Established in 1987 and still owned and operated by the same family, you will experience a truly unique, enjoyable and personalised experience.
Our elegant ballroom with spectacular chandeliers and large dance floor sets the scene for your memorable day. Dance the night away, relax and enjoy delicious food with panoramic views from every seat in one of Melbourne’s best reception venues.
We understand that no two weddings are the same and, would love to tailor a package for you to find out what’s most important for your wedding day?
Our team is here from your first inspection, throughout the planning process and on the big day to ensure everything exceeds your expectations.
Ballara Receptions cater for 60 to 160 guests.
If this sounds like the kind of wedding you would like to have, contact us now via email or phone.


The soaring ceilings with rustic beams and sparkling chandeliers, provide a stunning backdrop for your ceremony.
The stained-glass windows, hand-crafted timber pews and sweeping views across the lake, make Ballara Receptions Chapel truly one of a kind.
Imagine walking down the aisle with everything is taken care of – the sound system playing your special song and your own bridal host looking after your every need.
The Ballara Receptions Chapel encompasses romance, elegance and year-round comfort so your guests can relax as they witness your wedding vows.
Within Ballara Receptions, select from five amazing locations in our manicured gardens for your ceremony.
Imagine standing in our lakeside gazebo or jetty, surrounded by the most important family & friends in your life when you say “I Do”. Or, maybe you would prefer our private courtyard for a more intimate setting – the choice is yours.
Have the peace of mind knowing the gorgeous Chapel is always available as a backup should Melbourne’s temperamental weather prevail!


Unlimited photo opportunities and exclusive use of the Ballara Receptions makes us the ideal “one-stop-venue”.
With so many locations on-site, there is no need for you to leave Ballara to capture all those magical moments.
Wander around the lake to discover our cascading waterfall, giant swing, lakeside jetty, and rustic ‘LOVE’ letters, to name a few.
Having everything here removes the hassle, stress and cost of going to additional locations.
Ballara Receptions is one of the few Melbourne Wedding Venues that can provide this compete experience.
Just because the sun goes down, it does not mean your photography should stop!
The Ballara Receptions gardens are full of thousands of fairy lights and mood lighting so that your photo album will have gorgeous shots by day and night.
Steal a moment away in the fairy-lit courtyard, dance under the festoon lights on the deck or toast each other in the romantic gazebo.
Curious to find out more?
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