Weddings & Ceremonies

Ceremonies in the Noosa Shire

The Noosa Shire is home to some of the most picturesque locations in Australia, from Hinterland wonders to world renowned foreshore sites: Noosa has it all! Pristine beaches and breathtaking scenery it really is the place to find the perfect ceremony site.

*Notification of Potential Major Works – Noosa Main Beach.  Due to planned major works Noosa Main Beach Precinct will be closed for ceremony and event bookings from April 2028 – January 2029.  Updates will be provided as available.  Project information can be found on Council’s Noosa Main Beach Resilience page.

Please be aware that several major annual events take place in the Main Beach precinct, which will impact parking, access and availability. These events often involve beach structures and amplified sound. Before making a booking, we recommend checking both the Council Events Calendar and Tourism Noosa Website so you understand any potential impacts on your ceremony. All bookings are non-refundable.

Additionally, each of the Noosa Heads Foreshore areas close for several weeks during Spring for essential repair and rejuvenation works.  These closure periods are fixed and cannot be altered. 

Little Cove Platform

Application process

Please read the Wedding and Ceremonies fact sheet(PDF, 372KB) and Terms and Conditions(PDF, 114KB) before completing the online application. All bookings are non-refundable. A list of popular ceremony locations can be found on our Popular Locations for Weddings & Events webpage.

Bookings can only be made up to 14 months in advance. Please note only one booking per person/couple will be approved on any given day; any additional bookings will be cancelled.

Once your application is submitted, your selected venue will be tentatively reserved. A receipt will be emailed to you, and an approval notice will be issued within ten (10) working days. If there are any issues with your application, Council will contact you to discuss.

Changes to your booking can be made online via the customer portal. Amendments that cannot be completed online will incur a fee.

Your booking is only confirmed once you have received an approved permit from Council.

Permit durations:

  • Noosa Main Beach Foreshore - 3 hour permit (comprising of Maison la Plage, Seahaven Grove, Sandcastles Grove, Casuarina Gardens, Hidden Grove and Laguna Grove only).
  • All other locations - 2 hour permit  (also includes Little Cove, First Point, Beach Access 11 and 14 and Noosa Woods) 

Full list of Fees and Charges available here.

If you wish to marry on the sand, a range of ‘on the beach’ sites are available from Beach Access 12 to the Noosa River Mouth, as well as Little Cove Beach and the East Coast beaches (Sunshine to Peregian). Permits are required, and flagged bathing areas must remain clear. Note that Noosa Main Beach between First Point and Middle Groyne is not available for ceremonies. Confetti is prohibited, alcohol cannot be served, and equipment is limited to what is listed in the Terms and Conditions.

If you are considering a venue within the Noosa National Park area, approval must be obtained from Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS). Locations include Noosa Lookout, Tea Tree Bay, Dolphin Point, Granite Bay, Fairy Pools, Hells Gate, Alexandra Bay, Devil's Kitchen, Laguna Lookout (Viewland Drive), and Mt Tinbeerwah Lookout. QPWS can be contacted on 13 74 68.

Things to consider

  • Shared public space: Consider how important it is for you to have control of your chosen area. As these are public spaces, other people may be picnicking, playing, or walking dogs nearby. There may also be ceremonies booked before or after yours. Your booking prevents overlapping bookings at the same time and location, but does not guarantee exclusive use of the area or its facilities.
  • Other events: Check whether any events are scheduled in the precinct. Refer to the Noosa Council Events Calendar and Tourism Noosa Event Calendar, and review event websites for details such as road closures. Please be aware that Nippers operates on Main Beach from October to March.
  • Accessibility: Ensure the official party and all guests can access the ceremony area safely. Consider whether any of your guests are elderly or have mobility impairments, and whether the selected site is suitable for them.
  • Equipment access: Assess whether the area is accessible for delivering equipment or setting up. Vehicle access is not permitted in parks or on beaches, and all vehicles must be parked in designated parking areas.
  • Wet weather plan: Make sure you have an alternative venue in case of bad weather.
  • Environmental protections: Protecting the environment is a priority. Confetti and confetti‑style items are prohibited. Please review the booking Terms and Conditions for full details.
  • Maintenance: Council maintains parks and gardens as part of a routine schedule. Special mowing or servicing is not provided, and Council cannot control natural debris or remnants left by others prior to your ceremony.
  • Weather and tides: Do you have an alternative venue in case of bad weather? Some locations, particularly along the coastal strip, can be more exposed to the elements—for example, strong late‑afternoon winds. Beaches also vary in size and ambience depending on tide levels. Council recommends checking the local tide times.

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