EVENTS & WEDDINGS
A JEWEL IN THE GARDEN
The Calyx (pron. kal-iks) is one of Sydney’s most unique venues; showcasing themed exhibitions incorporating a fusion of art, theatre and flora, boasting stunning architecture and an extravagant
event space.
©John Gollings
©John Gollings
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The Iris Terrace
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Exhibition Area
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AREA COCKTAIL SEATED
Entire Venue 400 190
Exhibition Area 100 On application
Function Space: 5A, 5B or 5C 60 40
Whole Function Space: 5A + 5B + 5C 240 140
Function Space + The Foyer 350 180
The Foyer 100 40
Iris Terrace 350 190
Lawn Area 250 Marquee on applicaton
A PLACE TO INSPIRE & CAPTURE IMAGINATION
Offering spaces for sit-down and cocktail events, this premium venue is the perfect setting for something truly spectacular and out of the ordinary. The versatile venue is suitable for a range of indoor and outdoor celebrations and showcases. Work with our events specialists to develop an engaging and impactful event
experience for your guests.
FEATURES OF THE CAYLX:
• Living botanic exhibition space to incorporate into your event or wedding
• Garden location
• Moments from the Sydney Harbour foreshore
• Close proximity to CBD and public transport
• Outdoor terrace for alfresco experiences or dining under the stars
• Bespoke menus and grazing stations
• Rigging points for lights and styling
• Opportunity to host pre-dinner canapés or pop up experiences on adjacent lawn areas available on request
• RBG lighting technology to colour the external Iris Terrace white beams to suit your company brand or event/wedding theme
• High tech AV within the space
• Option to hire the trackless train – the Choo Choo Express – to and from one of the Botanic Garden’s gates for guests’ pick up and drop off
• Connecting lawn for marquee, on application
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Iris TerraceThe Iris Terrace is both an open-air and partially covered outdoor space that connects to the adjoining Foyer and Function Room. Enjoy alfresco dining and host your event under the stars to really impress your guests. Illuminate your event by utilising the up-lights on the Iris Terrace white beams (incorporating RGB technology) to match your brand or event theme.
The Exhibition AreaThe Exhibition houses The Calyx’s living art gallery and ever-changing living botanic exhibitions. Contained within a unique glass-house structure. Utilise the space for your event for a unique inside garden experience.
The FoyerThe Foyer can be used for intimate cocktail parties or canapé breakfast events.
When activating all areas of The Calyx space, The Foyer is the perfect addition for registration and cloak areas.
The Function SpaceThe largest internal room within the venue, the Function Space can be sectioned into three areas to create intimate areas for dinner parties or break-out sessions for meetings and workshops.
The Calyx is divided into four separate event spaces including The Foyer, the Function Space, the Exhibition Area and the partially covered and open-air Iris Terrace.
No matter how intimate or large your event is, all bookings held within The Calyx are exclusive, allowing you to create intimate dining spaces or open up all areas for a dramatic flow through effect for guests.
Lawn AreaThe connecting lawn offers additional outdoor space to expand your event or incorporate games and outdoor activities to add further experiences to your event or wedding. The lawn is available on application.
EVENT SPACES
INTELLIGENT & SENSITIVE ARCHITECTURE
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Entrance B
The Calyx features themed exhibitions and the southern hemisphere’s largest green wall, with over 18,000 plants arranged into living artworks.
The themed exhibitions change throughout the year, therefore the venue is continuously changing and is a great opportunity to regularly engage and surprise your guests.
A LIVING ART GALLERY
Elegantly styled food stations are the perfect addition to the Exhibition Area, allowing guests to enjoy premium hospitality whilst taking in the greenery at their leisure.
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Think outside the box where your biggest ideas can come to life. Imagine your guests arriving by the Royal Botanic Garden’s private Choo Choo Express train, to be greeted by magnums of Champagne and awe inspiring food and wine. Include interactive grazing stations or a whisky and Champagne lounge.
With space for 400 guests, don’t let your imagination stop the possibilities of your event at one of Sydney’s most iconic destinations within the Royal Botanic Garden.
The Calyx is perfect for runway shows, fashion launches, gala dinners, product launches, workshops, high-end client dinners, birthdays, wedding anniversaries and more!
WHERE ANYTHING IS POSSIBLE
CREATE A MAGICAL EXPERIENCE . . .
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WEDDINGS
The Calyx is one of Sydney’s best kept secrets and a stunning location for you and your fiancé to start beautiful memories as husband and wife.
Surrounded by the Royal Botanic Garden, The Calyx offers sundrenched spaces including an outdoor terrace, perfect for your onsite ceremony or wedding reception under the stars.
Treat your guests to a spectacular setting within a unique structure. The impressive and enchanting living floral exhibition will be the ideal backdrop for photographs and your special celebration.
In addition, The Royal Botanic Garden features manicured grounds with Harbour foreshore views only a short walk from The Calyx for alternate reception locations.
Trippas White Group is the proud and exclusive hospitality partner of The Calyx, providing premium services and event menus exploring Australia’s best and sustainable produce. Guests can immerse themselves in the botanic surroundings, while sipping on wine and indulging in food curated to reflect the garden surrounds and exhibitions.
WOW THE CROWD
• With Champagne magnums popped and served on arrival to your guests.
• Create your own signature cocktail or have us design one for you, to serve to guests throughout the evening.
• Treat your guests to a bespoke degustation menu with matching wines presented by our sommelier or enhance your event with a live oyster shucking station.
• Ensure you beat the late-night hunger buster with some of your favourite party foods served after 10pm.
ART ON A PLATE
Our experienced events team understands a corporate occasion is planned with precision and a social celebration is planned with passion, and as such we can tailor our menus and packages to suit your tastes and event theme.
Famous for our bespoke menus and styled grazing stations including seafood, charcuterie and dessert stations, select some of your favourite foods as an additional menu option or work with our Head Chef to design your own menu.
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Part of Trippas White Group, spanning 25 years in the hospitality industry, The Calyx draws on the benefit of a specialty hospitality group with the best of the best in event management, food and beverage delivery and service standards. Utilise the experience of our events team to assist in your
event planning. Our team are here to work with you on your event concepts, recommend how to best executive your event and suggest suppliers where required to add
that sparkle to your event.
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LET’S START PLANNING
Get in touch with our specialists who live and breathe events! Our team will be thrilled to talk you through our versatile and stunning venue.
P: 02 8023 7678 M: 0466 795 943
The Royal Botanic Gardens, Sydney New South Sales
www.botanicrestaurant.com.au/locations/the-calyx