There’s something truly magical about spring. Tiny cherry blossoms start unfurling from trees, the sun makes itself known and everyone seems a little more hopeful, like they, too, are blooming after a long winter.
It makes perfect sense, then, that spring is one of the best times of year to host a wedding. Spring offers a joyous, comfortable and convenient setting for your special day, before the heat of summer becomes too oppressive or Christmas parties take over your guest’s social calendars.
One thing we absolutely adore about spring events is the myriad of styling opportunities. With warmer weather, more sun and flowers in full bloom, it’s hard to go past a garden-style wedding; think light breezy colours, outdoor marquees and plenty of sparkling rosé.
We love all our venues, but during spring, the Hellenic Museum and Rippon Lea Estate are clear frontrunners. Resplendent with immaculate grounds and eye-catching architecture, they’re absolutely perfect for the romantic garden wedding of your dreams.
Located in the CBD’s Royal Mint Building, the Hellenic Museum is a true hidden gem. Founded in 2007 by businessman and philanthropist Spiros Stamoulis, the museum is a not-for-profit institution dedicated to the celebration of Greek culture, art, and history.
The venue features three versatile event spaces that blend period elegance with modern convenience. The marvellous outdoor M Pavilion and Eastern Courtyard can host up to 500 people for a cocktail-style function, while the Grand Foyer can host up to 200 and the Henson Room an intimate 50.
Similarly, Rippon Lea Estate is a dreamy green haven nestled within historic Elsternwick. The National Heritage-listed manor house was built in 1868 and features a grand golden ballroom, terrace, pool and conservatory. Surrounding it are 14 kilometres of picturesque gardens, an ornamental lake, orchard and fernery.
The whole estate shines with life, immaculately maintained to preserve the Victorian heritage features. Given the expanse of the gardens, Rippon Lea Estate is perfect for larger weddings.
Here at Showtime Event Group, our team of world-class event producers are dedicated to bringing your fairy-tale day to life. We work with some of the industry’s leading suppliers, including Weddings of Distinction and Botanics of Melbourne, to ensure perfection down to the tiniest detail.
We currently have two exciting events planned for Rippon Lea Estate, if you’re after a closer look, though we’re always happy to give guided tours of any of our venues. Join us for our Wedding Open Day at Rippon Lea Estate on the 21st of September for a first-hand glimpse at what your special day could be, or hop over to our South Wharf open day on October 19th to experience our various locations across the Promenade. Book now through our Eventbrite page to secure your spot.
We can’t wait to start planning the spring garden wedding of your dreams!
