🌸Perth is home to some of the most incredibly beautiful outdoor venue's NOR, City Centre and SOR. Each venue / location is looked after by a different council, and therefore has different rules, regulations and booking requirements depending on where you choose to enjoy your picnic.

🌸 In most circumstances, if you are hiring a commercial vendor, such as myself, to setup and pack-down the picnic for you, then you are required to make a booking or secure a permit. Some parks do not permit a booking if you are setting up as a DIY, but they may still require you to complete a 'event application' form or alike. It's always very important to check the rules of the specific location you are planning to host your event, to ensure things run smoothly. 

🌸 It is your responsibility as the person hosting the event, to ensure you have met any booking requirements that are required, and to inform the me, as the commercial vendor, of any specific rules & regulations for that specific location (eg. if glassware or teepees are permitted). Some councils require a copy of the public liability insurance & this can be provided to you - you just need to ask for a copy to be emailed to you! 

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🌸 Kings Park : You can find their booking requirements here: 

https://www.bgpa.wa.gov.au/parties-and-picnics

I highly recommend the 'Rotary-Wishing-Well' area located on the riverside of Fraser Ave. You get some gorgeous afternoon shade from the gum trees in the afternoon. It overlooks the city and it is next to a set-down-zone for ease of unloading & closes to toilets/parking. The Victoria-Lawn is a superb sunny spot overlooking the city skyline, sitting high on Fraser Ave. If you need an undercover option, you can hire out the Old Tea Pavilion at the end of Victoria-lawn for an additional fee. It is near a set-down-zone for ease of unloading & closes to toilets/parking. 

 🌸South Perth Foreshore / Sir James Mitchell Park: . You can find their booking requirements here: https://southperth.wa.gov.au/community/facilities/hire-a-park-or-reserve

🌸Burswood Park: A picturesque riverside location, Burswood Park is ideal for casual picnics and private functions. According to the Corporate Affairs Manager, no bookings are required for setups. However, it’s recommended to reconfirm this as policies may change. The park’s website provides further details for private gatherings, which you can explore here. With ample green spaces and stunning views, Burswood Park offers a perfect setting for your next event without the added cost of reserve fees.

🌸Hyde Park: The City of Vincent advised that it requires a booking for various situations, however a booking for a small picnic is usually unnecessary. Get in touch with them to discuss your unique situation or visit: https://www.spacetoco.com/space/hyde-park-perth-western-australia

🌸Beachside Park : Located in Burns Beach, it's a picturesque location with direct ocean views and easy beach access, perfect for social gatherings, picnics, and small events. Contact the City of Joondalup for reserving the area. (Small gatherings are inexpensive at City of Joondalup Parks and Reserves) 

🌸Mullaloo Beach Foreshore / Tom Simpson Park:  Check with the City of Joondalup https://www.joondalup.wa.gov.au/place/tom-simpson-park-no-s-1-2

🌸 Civic Centre Grounds, Sunken Lawn & Secret Garden: Public Space: https://www.cottesloe.wa.gov.au/civic-centre-grounds.aspx

(The Civic Centre grounds is public space and therefore no booking needs to be made for family BBQ's or picnics.)

🌸 Woodlake Park, Ellenbrook: Public Park, as far as I am aware no booking is required, but please triple check this with the City of Swan

🌸 Mawson Park, Hillarys: https://www.joondalup.wa.gov.au/place/mawson-park-3

🌸 Nodes Park, Hillary's: Check booking requirements with the City of Joondalup

🌸 Jeff Joseph Reserve , Applecross - You can find their booking requirements here:: https://www.melvillecity.com.au/things-to-do/find-parks-and-reserves/jeff-joseph-reserve

 🌸 Jackadder Lake Reserve, Woodlands: https://www.stirling.wa.gov.au/leisure-and-culture/venue-and-facility-hire/reserves/jackadder-lake-reserve

🌸Broadbeach Park, Hillary's: https://www.joondalup.wa.gov.au/place/broadbeach-park-2-2

🌸Neil Hawkins Park, Joondalup: https://www.joondalup.wa.gov.au/place/neil-hawkins-park-3

🌸Iluka Beach Park Foreshore: https://www.joondalup.wa.gov.au/place/iluka-foreshore-2

🌸Geneff Park, Sorrento - Check with the City of Joondalup

🌸Sir James McCuster Park, Iluka: https://www.joondalup.wa.gov.au/place/sir-james-mccusker-park-3

🌸 Western Australia’s national parks and other conservation reserves such as Matilda Bay, Yellagonga NP, Herdsman Lake, Yanchep NP, Lesmurdie Falls etc require a Commercial Operator License to operate in these areas. If you are wanting one of these locations, additional setup fees will apply to absorb some of the cost for me to obtain the required license to do so.  You would still then be required to make any reservations that are required. 

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*Please note that while I've curated this guide to the best picnic locations in Perth with care, it's essential to conduct your own research to confirm any specific council regulations or booking requirements. Regulations can change, so double-checking ensures your picnic plans go off without a hitch. Happy picnicking! 

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