Paradise Gardens · Moama

Riverbank Ceremonies

Say “I do” right alongside the magnificent Murray River, on beautiful green lawns.

Riverbank ceremony beneath a large river red gum, the Murray behind the archCouple exchanging vows on the riverbank with the bridal party alongsideCouple signing the register beside the Murray RiverWhite chairs set for a riverbank ceremony facing the timber arch and the riverNewlyweds on the riverbank with a paddle steamer behind them

The setting lawns along the Murray

There are extensive lawns along the riverbank and so several options for a riverbank ceremony where you can feature the magnificent Murray River as a glorious backdrop to your wedding vows. As this is a huge area, you are welcome to have up to 200 guests to witness your ceremony by the river.

Riverbank ceremony seen from the back of the aisle, the river beyond

Paradise on the Murray

Just a 10 minute drive from Moama, Paradise Gardens is a very romantic setting for your special day. Towering gum trees provide loads of summer shade. Meandering generous pathways invite guests to explore the garden and offer numerous photo opportunities.

Paradise Gardens offers a few different locations for your ceremony, which includes somewhere in the main garden or one of the beautiful spots along the riverbank with the majestic Murray as your backdrop.

Many couples choose to offer drinks and nibbles to their guests at the riverbank building after the ceremony. There are tables and seating all setup undercover with the option of lawn games spread out on the river lawns for guests to enjoy whilst taking in the extensive views of the river.

Moments on the riverbank

Bride walking down the aisle on the riverbank lawn under the gums
Riverbank ceremony under the timber arch with guests seated on white chairs
Riverbank ceremony aisle lined with white chairs and timber plinths, the river ahead
Couple watching a paddle steamer pass on the Murray
Bride and groom on the riverbank in front of the river gums
Couple beneath the veil on the riverbank lawn beside the Murray

What’s included

Your ceremony

  • Rehearsal the day beforeAll ceremonies include access to the venue the day before the wedding so you can rehearse — this usually takes about an hour.
  • Ceremony chairsWe have 50 complimentary white chairs for your guests to use during the ceremony. We set them all up for you and pack them up.
  • Drinks & nibbles by the riverThere are also several trestle tables and white chairs provided in the river building for guests when having drinks and nibbles.
  • Morning-of setupOn the wedding day, you are very welcome to visit during the morning to set up any food and drink you are providing your guests.
  • Ceremony timelineOften the ceremony is at 3pm in the afternoon with all guests leaving by 6pm.
  • PhotosThere are many gorgeous spots for photos in the garden where the bridal parties wander about getting some lovely shots.
  • Optional extrasWe have 4 large garden umbrellas available for hire at $50 each.

Open sky, green lawns, and the river running by.

Let’s Plan Your Dream Day

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