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Asian Weddings at Leonda By The Yarra

Celebrate your Asian wedding at Leonda By The Yarra, where timeless elegance meets the beauty of cultural tradition. Set along the banks of Melbourne’s iconic Yarra River, our venue offers a serene, sophisticated backdrop for every moment, from sacred ceremonies to vibrant receptions.

We understand that your wedding is more than a celebration. It is a heartfelt expression of culture, family, and love. That’s why we offer two exceptional event spaces, each thoughtfully designed to reflect your heritage while delivering a five-star experience. The Ballroom is grand, refined and ideal for large-scale celebrations, while the Garden Room offers a more intimate, light-filled atmosphere, perfect for weddings with heart and soul.

At Leonda, your cultural traditions are respected, embraced and celebrated. Whether you’re planning a tea ceremony, multi-day event, or a fusion wedding that blends traditional and modern elements, our experienced team is here to bring your vision to life with care and precision.

With all-inclusive wedding packages, premium menus and a dedicated planning team by your side, we make your journey seamless, so you can focus on the moments that matter.

Let your Asian wedding unfold at Leonda By The Yarra. A setting of beauty, warmth and meaningful celebration awaits.

The Ballroom

Host your grand Asian wedding in our spacious Ballroom, accommodating 150 to 1000 guests, ensuring an opulent and unforgettable celebration

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Celebrate your Asian wedding in Melbourne’s most iconic ballroom, where grandeur meets grace and every tradition is honoured with style.

The Ballroom at Leonda By The Yarra is a luxurious, pillar-free space with high ceilings, elegant finishes and floor-to-ceiling windows that frame breathtaking riverside views. With a private entrance and the grand Marble Bar welcoming your guests in, this space is made for large-scale celebrations and unforgettable first impressions.

Inside, the Ballroom offers a generous layout with flexible staging for ceremonial elements, a spacious dance floor, and room for vibrant styling and entertainment. Whether you’re planning a multi-course banquet, modern fusion reception, or traditional blessing, the space transforms effortlessly to match your vision.

For a show-stopping touch, consider arriving or departing via our private jetty, a signature Leonda moment that adds cinematic flair to your celebration.

From cultural ceremonies to contemporary celebrations, the Ballroom sets the scene for a wedding that’s rich in meaning, hospitality and beauty. Let us help you create a day that honours your heritage while elevating every moment.

Space features:

  • Capacity of between 150 and 480 seated with a dancefloor
  • 4m high windows overlooking the riverbanks
  • Private balcony with views of the Leonda Landing jetty
  • Large bar area suitable for canapés and pre-event drinks
  • VIP Room with bathroom facilities for the wedding party
  • Separate raised stages for the head table and the band/DJ
  • Private function room and entrance
  • All-inclusive package or venue hire options
  • Modern, bright and luxe blank canvas
  • Pillarless space for uninterrupted views
  • Floor to ceiling windows
  • Dance floor
  • Fifteen ceiling rigging points
  • Picturesque waterfront location
  • Private jetty for a show stopping boat arrival or departure
  • Built in screens, projection and sound system
  • Disability access
  • Free onsite parking
  • Easy access to public transport
  • Only 4km away from Melbourne’s CBD

The Garden Room

Discover the hidden gem for your intimate Asian wedding at Leonda By The Yarra's Garden Room, accommodating 60 to 275 guests.

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If you’re dreaming of a smaller celebration that still feels deeply special, the Garden Room at Leonda By The Yarra offers a bright, serene canvas for your Asian wedding. Tucked along the Yarra River and surrounded by lush greenery, it’s an intimate space where tradition meets modern romance.

Bathed in natural light and framed by views of the private courtyard and river beyond, the Garden Room creates a tranquil atmosphere for ceremonies, receptions, or tea ceremonies shared with close family and friends. It’s a space designed for meaningful connection, beautiful details and effortless elegance.

For a special send-off, our private jetty offers the opportunity to depart by boat, a magical touch to end your celebration in style.

From the moment you book, our team is here to support you. We understand the significance of your cultural traditions and work closely with you to ensure every element, from timings to menu to flow, feels seamless, supported and authentically yours.

Celebrate your love story in a space that reflects your heritage, your values and your vision. The Garden Room awaits.

Space features:

  • Capacity of between 60 and 130 people seated with a dancefloor
  • Floor to ceiling windows across three quarters of the room
  • Flexible floorplan options so the space can be completely customised to your event
  • Three different exits allowing for an indoor/outdoor atmosphere for you and your guests
  • VIP room with full length mirror and drawers of amenities for your every need
  • Private, shaded courtyard with outdoor speakers and a stunning, marble water fountain
  • Private courtyard suitable for canapés and pre-event drinks
  • VIP Room with bathroom facilities for the wedding party
  • Private function room and entrance
  • All-inclusive package or venue hire options
  • Modern, bright and luxe blank canvas
  • Pillarless space for uninterrupted views
  • Picturesque waterfront location
  • Private jetty for a show stopping boat arrival or departure
  • Built in screens, projection and sound system
  • Disability access
  • Free onsite parking
  • Easy access to public transport
  • Only 4km away from Melbourne’s CBD

Mauro & Yeny's Magical Garden Room Wedding

Angyl & Jarryd's Ballroom Wedding Spectacle

THE LEONDA LOVE EXPERIENCE

From your very first tour to the final toast, we’re with you at every turn. At Leonda By The Yarra, we’ve thought of everything, and we mean everything, to make sure your day feels effortless, elegant and entirely yours.

With decades of experience and a whole lot of heart, our team is here to help you dream big, plan smart and celebrate without the stress.

When the day arrives, you’ll know you’re in the best hands, because we’ve already done the thinking for you. This is what The Leonda Love Experience is all about.

The Lead Up

  • Assistance in visualising your dream wedding through personal consultations with an event executive
  • Unlimited meetings and discussions with your dedicated wedding coordinator to bring your vision to life
  • After-hours coordination support until 9pm, as we work around your schedule</li>
  • Complimentary invitation to our group menu and wine tasting evening for you both and four guests
  • Easy to use checklists and information packs to ensure planning is a breeze
  • Inspiration and tips from our blog and social media sites
  • Access to our exclusive preferred supplier list
  • Drop off and storage of items the week prior to your wedding day

The Big Day

  • Personal wedding party waiter provided to tend to your every need
  • VIP parking for parents and wedding cars
  • Umbrellas for parking attendants to escort your guests to cover
  • Guest liaison to welcome guests and direct them to your wedding
  • Door person to greet your guests and add a touch of elegance
  • Fully briefed event manager to guarantee that your perfect day, as discussed with your dedicated wedding coordinator, is delivered
  • Well groomed & professional waiters in a bespoke uniform
  • Set up of your place cards or any wedding favours
  • Canapés and beverages served in the VIP room to the wedding party
  • Your wedding cake cut and served on platters
  • Cake table with a cake knife and champagne flutes
  • Cake bags, so your guests can take a piece home
  • A dedicated area for pre-drinks allowing for a striking room reveal
  • Raised stage for wedding table
  • Raised stage for band
  • Circular tables to seat up to ten guests
  • Premium quality lounge furniture; ottomans, tables and stools
  • Fresh white or black table cloths, underlays & napkins
  • ​​Black or white fitted chair covers with your choice of satin or organza sashes in a variety of colours
  • Selection of beautiful table centrepieces
  • Personalised table menus, including beverage list
  • Leonda branded table numbers
  • Choice of guest list board between modern pin board and classic white easel
  • Classic white venue flowers
  • Bouquet vases on the wedding table to keep flowers fresh and add to wedding table decoration
  • Access to our own private jetty, adorned with outdoor lanterns with candles
  • All dietary requirements catered for
  • Children’s high chairs with colouring books and pencils
  • Free on-site parking available
  • Cloak room facilities
  • Private VIP room with drawers of amenities
  • Safety deposit box available in VIP room for monetary gifts and valuables
  • Lectern and microphone for speeches
  • WiFi complimentary upon request
  • Two hour complimentary bump in prior to the event commencing and one hour bump out post event
  • No enforced security and associated costs
  • No enforced cleaning fees

With prices in 2025 ranging between $180 – $265 per person, the team will work with you to find a day and season that fits within your budget.

Celebrate Your Love

Your Perfect Ceremony at Leonda

At Leonda, your wedding ceremony is just as important as your celebration, and we have the perfect spaces for every moment.

Whether you’re planning a civil ceremony, a traditional tea ceremony, or incorporating cultural rituals, our venue offers indoor and outdoor settings that feel meaningful, serene and beautifully curated. We welcome and honour the traditions that matter most to you and your family.

The Courtyard

A peaceful outdoor oasis, the Courtyard offers a picturesque setting for vows and traditions under the open sky. Think white benches, lush green hedges and soft natural light , all perfectly styled and expertly coordinated by your dedicated team.

The Marble Bar

Refined and romantic, the Marble Bar provides an elegant indoor option for your ceremony. With its crisp finishes, ambient lighting and designer furnishings, it creates a sophisticated backdrop for ceremonies and rituals, complete with white aisle runner, arbour styling, charcoal chairs and a personal coordinator to guide your day.

Everything was absolutely perfect!! The whole experience was so enjoyable and perfect!

Mei

I thought everyone at Leonda were very professional. The location is excellent with a serene effect the service was excellent the staff were extremely courteous the food was excellent. There was enough car parking.

Hana

The venue is beautiful the event coordinators are very organised and assist a lot. I felt reassured that they would create the most beautiful event for me

Zara

Everything was perfect and well organised by Leonda. We did not have any worries or stress on our big day. Thank you very much!

Linda

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