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Western Grounds

Set the scene for something spectacular – Western Grounds is a stunning, light-filled wedding venue in Melbourne’s west that balances contemporary design with breathtaking views and rich community heritage.

Capacity
300 Seated
400 Cocktail
300 Theatrette
240 Seated with Dance Floor
450m² Area Size
Address 417 Barkly St, Footscray, Victoria
Availability From 5am daily

Expansive views

Perched at the iconic Mission Whitten Oval, Western Grounds is one of the West’s most exciting wedding venues Melbourne has to offer. Designed with modern elegance in mind, it boasts floor-to-ceiling windows, and views stretching across the city skyline. From intimate ceremonies to large-scale receptions, every celebration here feels elevated – literally and emotionally.

What to expect

Gone are the limitations of pre-set formats. Western Grounds allows you to personalise every element of your day – from layout to styling to flow. Whether it’s a golden-hour balcony ceremony or a dramatic seated reception, this wedding venue offers unmatched versatility. With natural light streaming through the draped glass wall and thoughtful event infrastructure built in, your dream day unfolds seamlessly from start to finish.

Features

  • Contemporary venue with floor-to-ceiling windows and modern interiors
  • Ceremony space on the balcony with panoramic views of the Yarra and skyline
  • Elegant inbuilt drapes for flexible room transitions
  • Metered parking and public transport nearby
  • Just 15 minutes from Melbourne’s CBD
  • Perfect for weddings and milestone celebrations

Where to find us

Located at 417 Barkly Street, Footscray, Western Grounds sits within the legendary home of the Western Bulldogs Football Club. It’s a venue filled with passion, energy, and meaning – ideal for couples looking to begin their next chapter in a space that feels like home.

What our clients say

The night went absolutely perfectly, everything I could ever hope for and more! Everything fell into place perfectly, the staff & food were immaculate. Your communication throughout the last year has been nothing but superb. Truly so so thankful for you and your time for making our wedding possible.

Anthea & Nicholas

The Showtime team ran a professional, seamless and memorable night for our wedding. Unlike many other wedding event organisers, Showtime were also very transparent in their packages and more than willing to customize their services to ensure we received our dream wedding – without hidden costs or being caught out by fine print details.

Angela & James

We were so pleased with the service of the staff on our wedding night, the food and drinks were great and there were so many package inclusions that really made our whole night so worthwhile – we really couldn’t recommend Showtime enough!

Natasha & Tristan

We were so, so happy with our decision to go with Showtime Events. It was such a grand location but it still managed to feel cozy when filled with all our loved ones, who enjoyed the food and drinks immensely. We are so, so grateful to the Showtime Events Team for their part in producing a magical day for us to celebrate the beginning of our married life.

Samantha & Adrian

We cannot thank Showtime Event Group enough for making our wedding day truly unforgettable. From the very first moment we began working with them, we were blown away by their professionalism, attention to detail, and dedication to ensuring everything went smoothly. The overall experience was seamless from start to finish, and Showtime Event Group truly made our day magical.

Olivia & Chris

Showtime Event Group made the lead up to our day and our day the most seamless and easy experience yet. Anything we asked, any query we had, any demand we made was met with a smile and a yes. All the staff on the day were exceptional and we couldn’t have asked for a better night! Thank you so much guys for making our day so magical xx

Renee & Nic

Let’s create something
extraordinary together

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