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• weddings & special occasions

Boasting beautiful beaches and stunning rural villages, the picturesque Ballina Coast & Hinterland is the ideal spot for you to celebrate your special day. If you're planning a Ballina wedding or special occasion and are looking for a service that can help, you have come to the right place. The team at the Ballina Visitor Information Centre have a wealth of local knowledge and can assist you with your wedding planning. From finding you the perfect wedding venue for your reception or a stunning open space for your ceremony. We can also help with booking accommodation, Hens & Bucks tours, wedding party pamper packs, pre wedding dinner options and more, we are here to help.

VENUES

Ballina Shire Council has a range of Community Spaces available to hire for your function. You can view and request to book one of the venues from the Community Spaces website.

There are some other amazing wedding venues for hire in the region for all types of weddings big and small, we can help you find the perfect space for your wedding reception. Search our website for venues or get in touch with the Ballina Visitor Information Centre.

CEREMONIES ON PUBLIC LAND

The Ballina Coast & Hinterland has some beautiful beach backdrops and stunning open spaces that are the perfect setting for your wedding ceremony. The application process is easy and will help you secure your dream location. 

PAMPER

Pamper yourself and your bridal party before the big event with one of our exclusive Pamper Packages. Indulge with a range of beauty and well-being packages. Enjoy a luxurious relaxing facial, henna spa brow design, lash extension or gel for fingers and toes with a light brunch and glass of champagne. 

HENS & BUCKS

Whether its a relaxing cruise along the Richmond River or an exciting ocean adventure, a high tea for the ladies or a cocktail making workshop or tour of our local breweries we have some great options for your hens and bucks celebrations. Browse our bookable tours and experiences or get in touch with one of the team at the Visitor Information Centre by calling us on 1800 777 666.

SOMETHING FOR THE NEWLYWEDS

We have some amazing packages just for just the two of you, from hot air ballooning to a Clay Workshop where you get to keep your handmade work of art to cherish forever. These are just a few of the unique experiences for newlyweds bookable though the Ballina Visitor Information Centre.

DINING OUT

Let us help you find a restaurant to hold your pre-wedding dinner or lunch. We have some of the areas best dining options listed on our Great Food Guide. Browse local eateries or take advantage of our dining experiences, bookable exclusively through the Ballina Visitor Information Centre. 

ACCOMMODATION

The Ballina Visitor Information Centre can help you book  accommodation for visiting family and friends.Their local knowledge and expertise will ensure you get exactly what you are looking for. 

WEDDING FAVOURS AND GIFTS

The Ballina Visitor Information Centre stocks a beautiful range of locally made products and gifts perfect for saying thank you to your bridal party and guests. We can put together hampers filled with local goodies chosen by you or our expert team at the Ballina Visitor Information Cente. 

INFORMATION PACKS

The Ballina Visitor Information Centre can provide you with information packs for your visiting family and friends. The packs include maps, the Northern Rivers Visitor guide, Tourist drives and any other information tailored to your guests. You can pre-order your packs by calling the Visitor Centre on 1800 777 666 or sending us an email with your request to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

GETTNG HERE AND AROUND

The Ballina Byron Gateway Airport is the gateway to the Northern Rivers with direct flights from Sydney Melbourne and Newcastle. Flights are serviced by Jetstar, Virgin Australia, Regional Express and FlyPelican and Qantas airlines. Once you have landed there are plenty of options to get you on your way. The Ballina Byron Gateway Airport website has a list of transport options to help you get here and around.

Flights arrive into the Gold Coast airport from all major cities and some regional centres and is only a short drive south to Ballina and Byron Bay. Information on transport options to get you here can be found on the Gold Coast airport website.