Margaret Whitlam Pavilion
ProHighlights
- Glass-walled pavilion for 80 seated or 138 standing guests
- Private balcony looking out across the Arboretum and the city
- Catering and AV arranged through the Arboretum's onsite events partner
About Margaret Whitlam Pavilion
The Margaret Whitlam Pavilion is one of the event spaces at the National Arboretum Canberra, the forest and garden park on the western side of the city near Weston. It is a standalone, architect-designed building hired as a whole for private and corporate events. Glass runs from floor to ceiling on the view side, and a private balcony opens off the room. Inside, curved walls, soft lighting and a pitched, steeple-style ceiling keep the space feeling intimate even with a full room. The pavilion seats 80 guests for a dinner or reception and holds 138 for a standing cocktail event. The Arboretum suggests it for weddings, corporate functions and product launches, and lists it among its recommended spaces for private events such as birthdays, engagements and family reunions. Food, drinks and AV are organised with The Ginger Group, the Arboretum's onsite booking and catering partner, and inclusions can be negotiated to suit the event. Menus and pricing are quoted per event rather than published. Organisers can ask to set up earlier in the day, and to use the car park beside the pavilion. A security charge may be added for some events.
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Frequently asked questions
How many guests does the Margaret Whitlam Pavilion hold?
The pavilion seats 80 guests and holds up to 138 for a standing cocktail event.
Who handles catering and bookings?
The Ginger Group, the National Arboretum's onsite booking partner, manages bookings and catering for the pavilion. Catering, AV and other inclusions are negotiated with them for each event.
What kinds of events is the pavilion used for?
The Arboretum promotes the pavilion for weddings, corporate functions and product launches. It is also one of the recommended spaces for private events such as birthdays, engagements and family reunions.
Can we set up early on the day?
Yes. Earlier set-up is available on request, and the team can also give your guests use of the car park next to the pavilion.
Are there any extra charges to be aware of?
An additional charge for security may apply, depending on the event. Pricing for the space, food and drinks is quoted per booking.
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Michael E Burke
2 years ago
A lovely laid out area.
Matt Isles
2 years ago
Margaret Whitlam Pavilion was named after the former First Lady, the wife of Prime Minister Gough Whitlam, and was the perfect place for a friend of ours wedding today! Big congrats to the newlyweds Mr & Mrs Ambrose The…
James Harber
4 years ago
As a wedding photographer, I see a lot of fantastic venues in Canberra, and The Margaret Whitlam Pavilion is one of the best! The Margaret Whitlam Pavilion is iconic in Canberra for a great reason; some of the best view…
Kerryn Ernst
4 years ago
Fabulous location, great staff. We had so much fun at our party on the weekend..
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