What to know about Richmond
- Yarra's Events in Public Spaces Policy says events with fewer than 50 people that are not ticketed and use no amplified sound, such as family picnics and small parties, do not need a permit.Source: City of Yarra, Events in Public Spaces Policy
- The policy applies to events with 50 or more attendees, amplified sound, external catering, a reserved location, structures larger than 3 m by 3 m or vehicle access to drop off equipment.Source: City of Yarra, Events in Public Spaces Policy
- Yarra's events permit page says 3 m by 3 m marquees are allowed without a permit but must be weighted down and secured, and spikes and pegs are prohibited.Source: City of Yarra, Events in Public Spaces Permit
- Citizens Park, on the corner of Church and Highett Streets, is described as Richmond's largest park, with a pavilion, barbecue, toilet and playground, and is listed as bookable for small to major events.Source: City of Yarra, Events in Public Spaces Policy
- Barkly Gardens in Mary Street, Richmond is a 19th century garden square with barbecues, a pavilion and toilets, listed as bookable for small to medium events.Source: City of Yarra, Events in Public Spaces Policy
Planning a party in Richmond
The City of Yarra lets a small party use its parks without a permit: under 50 people, no tickets and no amplified sound. Go past any of those, bring in caterers, reserve a spot, put up something bigger than 3 m by 3 m or drive in to drop off equipment, and the council's events policy applies (City of Yarra events policy).
Gazebos in Yarra parks
A 3 m by 3 m gazebo is allowed without a permit, but Yarra prohibits pegs and spikes, so it has to be weighted down. Ask the hire business for weights. Anything larger, or a delivery vehicle on the grass, means applying for an events permit, which the council says can take from two weeks to six months depending on the event (City of Yarra events permit).
Richmond parks to consider
Citizens Park on Church Street is Richmond's largest park, with a pavilion, barbecue, toilet and playground. Barkly Gardens in Mary Street is a 19th century garden square with barbecues, a pavilion and toilets. Both are listed by the council as bookable for events.
Richmond party hire FAQs
Do I need a permit for a birthday in a Richmond park?
Not if it is under 50 people, not ticketed and has no amplified sound. Larger parties come under Yarra's events policy.
Can I peg a gazebo into the grass?
No. Yarra prohibits spikes and pegs: a 3 m by 3 m marquee must be weighted down.
How long does a Yarra events permit take?
The council says between two weeks and six months, depending on the event, so apply as early as you can.