AERIAL
SOUTH WHARF, MELBOURNE
Say "I Do" at Aerial, South Wharf: Modern Elegance with a Breathtaking View.
Ideal Venue For: our exclusive wedding bestie service - feel reassured with additional support through your planning, plus an extra set of expert eyes on your wedding details.
Enhanced Support: enhance your experience with our wedding coordination service - enjoy hands on assistance for a seamless, stress-free day!
Nestled in Melbourne’s vibrant South Wharf, Aerial is a stunning, contemporary wedding venue that promises to leave both you and your guests in awe. With its chic design, panoramic views, and luxurious atmosphere, Aerial is the perfect setting to create unforgettable memories on your special day.
Aerial offers the perfect blend of modern elegance and breathtaking views, making it one of Melbourne’s most sought-after wedding venues. Whether you're dreaming of an intimate celebration or a grand affair, this extraordinary space is ready to host your perfect day. With flexible packages, an award-winning team, and unforgettable settings, Aerial ensures that your wedding will be a day to remember for years to come.
Location: South Wharf, Melbourne
Seated Capacity: 80 - 360 guests with dance floor
Cocktail Style Capacity: 900 guests
Style: White wedding venue, city views wedding venue, waterfront wedding venue
Catering: External and internal catering available.
Why You'll Fall in Love with Hosting Your Wedding at Aerial in South Wharf:
Aerial isn’t just a beautiful venue—it’s designed to make your wedding day flawless and unforgettable. Here are a few reasons couples fall in love with it:
A Venue That Knows How to Have Fun: Kick back, let loose, and celebrate in a lively, vibrant space where the fun never stops, and the memories (and laughs) last long after the night is over!
Customisable Packages: Choose from inclusive packages or create a custom one that suits your style and budget, making it as personal as your love story.
Flexible Venue Design: With minimal restrictions, you can fully personalise the space, with endless layout options to make your vision come to life.
Grand Arrival: From the moment you and your guests arrive, Aerial will leave a lasting impression. Step through a stunning foyer, ascend the grand staircase, and enter the chic cocktail area featuring shimmering marble floors and gold accents. Elegant drapes separate the pre-dinner space from the reception room, creating a seamless flow and adding a touch of sophistication. It’s the perfect first impression to set the tone for your unforgettable day.
Ceremony Locations: Two beautiful on-site ceremony options, offering the perfect backdrop for your vows.
Endless Photo Opportunities: From the stunning city and river views to the lush gardens and Melbourne’s vibrant streets nearby, you’ll have endless photo spots to capture every moment.
Breathtaking Views: The reception room offers 180-degree panoramic views of Melbourne’s skyline and river, flooding the space with natural light. Whether you’re going for a grand or intimate vibe, Aerial’s flexible layout can bring your dream celebration to life.
Exclusive Touches: Imagine a grand sparkler exit, arriving by boat, or treating your guests to fireworks—these unforgettable extras are all available at Aerial.
Stunning Location: Surrounded by entertainment, restaurants, and more, Aerial’s breathtaking city views will make your wedding a mini holiday for you and your guests.
Dedicated On-Site Team: You’ll have a professional team making sure everything runs smoothly on your wedding day, so you can focus on enjoying every moment.
In-House Catering or External Catering: Indulge in award-winning catering with seasonal and culturally inspired menus or bring in your own approved caterer—whatever suits your taste and style.
Indoor Ceremony Space, An All In One Location
No matter what Melbourne's weather brings, Aerial’s stunning indoor ceremony locations ensure your big day goes off without a hitch.
If you’re dreaming of a cozy, intimate indoor setting, your guests will be welcomed through Aerial’s grand staircase (or accessible lift), offering an unexpected surprise as they arrive.
Aerial offers two breathtaking ceremony locations to make your big day unforgettable.
Ceremony in the Stylish Aerial Lounge: For a sleek, minimalist vibe, the Aerial Lounge offers a chic, neutral space where your personal style can truly shine.
Ceremony on the Dancefloor: For something more dynamic, the dancefloor transforms into a romantic, intimate ceremony space, framed by elegant draping and offering breathtaking views of the city skyline. The versatile design seamlessly transitions from ceremony to reception, with your guests enjoying drinks and canapés while the space is unknowingly transformed for the celebration ahead.
Have You Considered?
Why settle for just one venue when you can have the best of both worlds? Under the Showtime Event Group umbrella, the company offers couples access to a wide range of alternative ceremony options across Melbourne’s most iconic venues. From garden settings to the grand halls of the State Library Victoria, you have endless possibilities to create a ceremony that perfectly matches your vision and style.
Your dream wedding is just a choice away—why not have it all?
A Dynamic Reception Space of Luxury, Elegance, and Modern Style
Aerial’s versatile design allows you to personalise the space, whether you're creating an intimate atmosphere by dividing the room or opening it up for a grand celebration with up to 360 guests.
Imagine stepping into a space so breathtaking, it feels like something out of a dream. Aerial, perched high above Melbourne’s skyline, offers an extraordinary setting for your wedding reception—a perfect blend of luxury, elegance, and modern design. From the moment your guests arrive, they’ll be welcomed by a grand marble staircase (with lift access also available) that leads them to an elevated cocktail area. Here, they can enjoy pre-dinner drinks while taking in the sparkling city lights, building anticipation for the dramatic reveal into the main reception space.
As the draping is pulled open, your guests will be awestruck by soaring ceilings, walls of glass, and panoramic views of Melbourne’s skyline and the iconic Bolte Bridge. With minimal restrictions, this is the ideal venue to host cultural traditions, performances, and even special effects like sparklers or fireworks.
The venue’s chic decor—featuring white marble floors, gold accents, and elegant lighting—provides the perfect backdrop for your floral arrangements and custom table settings. Whether you arrive by boat, enjoy a private VIP suite, or bask in the unforgettable moments with your loved ones, Aerial offers the ultimate wedding reception experience. It’s a space that will leave a lasting impression on you and your guests, creating memories that will be cherished forever.
A Culinary Experience by Showtime Event Group
When it comes to weddings at Showtime Events Centre, the sensational cuisine by Showtime Event Group is a highlight you won’t want to miss. This award-winning team is the exclusive caterer, bringing culinary magic to every celebration.
If you're seeking an unforgettable dining experience paired with a vibrant atmosphere, look no further. Showtime Event Group's menu tastings are the talk of Melbourne, featuring everything from multi-course meals to spectacular entertainment acts and creative cocktails that will delight your guests.
Known for their flexibility and creativity, the dedicated Showtime team works tirelessly behind the scenes and on your wedding day to ensure everything runs smoothly. With their expertise, you can relax and savor every moment of your celebration.
Enhance your experience with our Wedding Bestie service, which collaborates closely with Showtime Event Group to execute your wedding day with precision and care. With this ultimate wedding dream team managing your wedding plans, you can relax and enjoy every moment!
Make your dream wedding a reality at Showtime Events Centre with the exceptional catering of Showtime Event Group!
External Catering Wedding Venue in Melbourne
Many couples have unique requirements when it comes to their wedding, including preferences for cultural cuisine. That’s why Aerial offers a flexible dry hire option, allowing you to access the venue without the added services of catering, decorations, production, or staffing.
With a dry hire experience, you have the freedom to bring in your own approved caterers to create a personalised dining experience that reflects your tastes and traditions.
To ensure your day runs smoothly, our Wedding Coordination service will collaborate with your chosen caterer, executing every detail with precision and care. Enjoy the best of both worlds—an incredible venue and a customised culinary experience—at Aerial!
Experience Peace of Mind on Your Wedding Day!
Experience a stress-free and unforgettable wedding at Aerial, where our long-term relationship with Showtime Event Group ensures a seamless planning process from start to finish. With the best in the industry working together, your dream wedding will come to life effortlessly, leaving you free to enjoy every moment without the worry of coordination.
As your perfect blank canvas, Aerial offers the ideal backdrop for your celebration, whether you're aiming for a romantic, elegant vibe or a modern classic look. The Behind the Day team will guide you through every step of the planning process, helping you piece together your vision while collaborating closely with the team at Showtime Event Group to bring every detail to life with precision and style.
For added peace of mind, our expert wedding team can step in as your wedding coordinator on the day, offering an extra set of eyes and ears so you can truly relax and enjoy the magic of your celebration. With everything in expert hands, you can focus on making memories with your loved ones.
Ready to make your Aerial wedding a reality? Contact the Behind the Day team today, and let's turn your dream day into an unforgettable celebration at this breath-taking venue!
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