Venue Hire
Introduction
Heide’s extensive grounds offer a picturesque setting for events, weddings, filming and photography, and picnics.
Our events and functions are catered by Heide Kitchen who use organic produce grown in the on site kitchen gardens. Explore Heide’s fascinating history on one of our private guided tours or get creative at a bespoke art workshop. Our events team will be happy to assist with any enquiries for your upcoming event.
Corporate events
The Sidney Myer Education Centre offers sweeping views of the Heide gardens and sculpture park. This unique and inspiring venue is available to hire for small conferences and corporate planning sessions.
Suitable for groups of up to 20 people for a boardroom seating arrangement and groups up to 30 for a theatre seating arrangement. Facilities include a data projector with screen, sound system, Wi-fi, whiteboard and private bathroom. A range of gourmet dine-in and takeaway catering options are also available through Heide Kitchen.
To augment corporate meeting or training days, Heide offers private guided tours and art based activites facilitated by our experienced guides and art educators. For more information, explore the Corporate Event Information document below.
If you are looking for a team building activity, we also offer Corporate Group Volunteering days in the Heide Gardens. Guided by one of our experienced gardeners, your team will complete a range of hands-on tasks around the 15-acre site. We provide gloves and equipment. You will just need to bring suitable clothing, closed shoes, a hat and sunscreen. For further onformation or bookings, please email venuehire@heide.com.au
Package options and prices
Venue hire fees
Private guided tours
Creative workshops
Corporate Group Volunteering
* 7 day notice required for bookings. Museum admission included
** Minimum 2 weeks notice for bookings. Mimimum 7 days notice for cancellations.
Weddings and celebrations
A celebration at Heide is a truly unforgettable experience. With stunning heritage gardens, shady river glades and sweeping views linked by contemporary sculpture and architecture, Heide is the perfect location for an intimate wedding.
We cater for weddings, birthday parties, anniversaries, end of year celebrations, Christmas parties and Celebrations of Life. Choose from an afternoon tea, grazing table, canapés, a sit-down dinner or a cocktail reception. For more information, check out our events packages below.
Talk to the team at Heide Kitchen by completing our enquiry form below.
Viceta Wang, Infinity: The Beautiful Unknown, Autumn/Winter 2023, vicetawang.com
Photography and filming
The Heide gardens, grounds and architecture provide a unique backdrop for a range of photography and film projects. Heide has been used as a location for fashion shoots, short films, television productions, weddings and portrait photography.
Photography and filming at Heide requires an approved permit. Fees are based on the size and impact of the shoot as outlined in the fee schedule below.
Please note that Heide does not offer permits for photography or filming inside the galleries, nor the provision of green room facilities for wardrobe, hair and makeup.
Visitors seeking to personally document their visit to Heide do not require a permit.
Wedding Photography
Low impact
High impact
Major Filming
Facility Hire (optional extra)
*Students complying with Low Impact restrictions will have the permit fee waived. Evidence of enrolment at an academic institution required.
Heide Summer Festival 2021, photograph: Clytie Meredith
Site hire
Heide’s sculpture park offers a unique setting for large scale events and festivals. The park is approximately 4 acres and can host up to 1000 people. Pricing is based on application.
For enquiries, please email venuehire@heide.com.au