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Australia is blessed to be one of the world’s largest multicultural nations, with thousands of beautiful cultural and blended weddings held throughout the year.
Cultural weddings hold traditions of multi-day celebrations, from Lebanese Layliliya to Indian Sangeet and Chinese tea ceremonies. Held as one of life’s most important celebrations across cultures, the guest list is extensive and filled with family and friends to celebrate this once-in-a-lifetime event.
In Sydney, any wedding professional knows that when planning a cultural wedding, they should consider the iconic large guest list that will be associated.
Whether you’re planning a Mediterranean wedding filled with family, food and loud music, or an Asian wedding honouring tradition and family, there are a few key elements to consider when searching for the perfect large cultural wedding venue.
As leading Sydney wedding experts for over 50 years, we have hosted countless iconic large cultural weddings at Le Montage, the perfect venue for large cultural weddings.
Here’s a list of why Le Montage hits all your large cultural wedding goals:
1. Large room capacity
Le Montage has an outstandingly large ballroom, “The Montage Ballroom”, which holds up to 1,200 seated guests with a dance floor. The Montage Ballroom is formed by combining the Sarah Grand, Alexandra Lounge, and Deanah’s View Ballrooms, encompassing the entire first floor. This space is perfect for large-scale events and has panoramic 180° views of the water.
When selecting your wedding venue and reception space, consider the flow of your event. The reception venue will comfortably accommodate everyone, allowing for staff to serve and guests to mingle. The reception must provide ample dance floor and entertainment space, as music and dance are major parts of traditional cultural weddings. The perfect space will feel energetic and move seamlessly throughout the event.
2. Traditional Mediterranean family-owned business
Le Montage is owned by Navarra Venues, which has Italian heritage. As Italian immigrants, the Navarra family began their business by hosting countless traditional and cultural weddings in Sydney. No one knows how to host a large, traditional, family-oriented and charming wedding like a large Italian family. The Navarra family has been hosting cultural weddings for over 50 years. No matter the culture, you’ll be understood and secure in the professionalism of such a company.
3. Flexible Rooms
With two levels, multiple rooms and modular room settings, you’ll be able to utilise the entire venue for multiple ceremonies. Every space has a unique feel and features, from coastal to moody and opulent, and every space is customisable, from seating to staging and displays.
Le Montage is a luxurious and contemporary venue that holds unique in-built features, such as the crystal chandeliers, gold moulding, floor-to-ceiling windows, balconies and high-end in-built tech. With such flexible rooms, you can transform the space to fit your vision, traditions and guest list.
4. Privacy
As Le Montage has multiple private event rooms, couples and clients can host their traditional celebrations in a dedicated, catered and styled space rather than an open/shared restaurant-style setting. There are 11 spaces to utilise for private ceremonies, ideal spaces across Le Montage including the Sarah Grand, Alexandra Lounge, Deanah’s View, The Gallery, The Marquee, The Glass House, Bar Bina and the Montage Ballroom. Perfect for hosting intimate ceremonies and family-only moments, such as tea ceremonies, vows, first looks, family gift exchanges, and Jewish Bedeken before the reception.
You can book the venue or the entire top floor to host your large cultural wedding for total privacy. Every reception space has a dedicated luxury private welcome area for guests to mingle and enjoy a roaming cocktail before entering the reception hall.
5. Formal dining
Large cultural weddings often require all-inclusive formal dining. At Le Montage, it is understood that food is central to any cultural wedding. A vivid part of tradition, an expression of love and a showcase for the family. The chefs at Le Montage truly understand the importance, and the venue packages include customisable catering options. The menus at Le Montage ensure dietary requirements are catered to, including halal, vegetarian, and gluten-free options. We also offer the flexibility of self-catered weddings for unique cultural or dietary requirements.
6. Multiple points of access
Le Montage offers premium services, with on-site complimentary private and bay parking. A Doorman at the front of the venue, opulent winding staircases that offer a sense of luxury and elevator access to the top-level large event spaces. These all support guests’ ease of movement across larger celebrations and give easier access to those who need it.
7. Premium water views
The final point on our list, but definitely not the least, is the stunning outdoor views and access to the glittering waters of Iron Cove Bay. Le Montage offers unforgettable sunset and twilight outdoor views, providing the perfect backdrop at any time. Your wedding reception will have beautiful natural light and a relaxing atmosphere for guests. Imagine a private ceremony with natural lighting, drinks at sunset and the afterparty with the fairy lit Iron Cove Bay as your backdrop. A picture-perfect venue for photos. The setting adds a premium element without sacrificing your capacity.
Not every venue is well-equipped to host a cultural wedding. When assessing venues, make note of the room size, flexibility, professionalism, privacy, formal dining, access points and beauty. All of these elements will need to be considered for a smooth-flowing wedding day, especially regarding a large traditional wedding. Have a wedding day that stands the test of time in elegance. Le Montage is a contemporary venue with traditional roots, one you can instantly fall in love with, and offers everything you’re looking for. When searching for a venue that’s made to host large cultural weddings, you don’t need to look any further.
