Get married by the Registry

Learn about getting married by the Registry, including wedding options, vow renewals, and ceremony venues. Start planning your perfect wedding. Bookings are essential.

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Valentine's Day at the Registry

Say 'I do' on the most romantic day of the year with the NSW Registry's special event package for Valentine's Day 2025.

For one day only, you can get married at the iconic Sydney Opera House or choose the modern elegance of our new harbourside Pyrmont Registry.

We will take care of all the legalities, provide you with a celebrant and special event styling at both venues.

Ceremony venues

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Pyrmont Wedding Registry

Our new Pyrmont Wedding Registry is the perfect venue for your special day. Nestled in the heart of the city, this modern and accessible space offers panoramic views of parklands, water, and the city skyline.

Couples can choose from our range of Registry ceremony options available at Pyrmont, including our popular Classic ceremony, which offers an intimate yet spacious setting for up to 30 guests. 

We also offer legal-only ceremonies, vow renewals and a limited number of Premium ceremonies on select dates, which can cater for up to 70 guests.

Come and visit us at the Pyrmont Wedding Registry on one of our open days. 

Ceremony options start from $479.

Bride and groom.
Old Wollongong Courthouse

For an elegant and unique setting for your wedding, get married in Wollongong's historical Old Courthouse.

This quaint sandstone building provides picturesque views over City Beach and Breakwater Lighthouse, creating a charming backdrop for your special day.

It offers an intimate atmosphere for your ceremony, with capacity for up to 30 guests.

Old Wollongong Courthouse is available for Classic ceremonies, starting from $659.

Two grooms walk hand in hand outside the Sydney Opera House
Sydney Opera House

The Sydney Opera House is one of the world's most iconic landmarks and hits all the right notes for your big day.  

Don't miss your chance to say 'I do' within the venue's stunning Yallamundi Rooms when they open up for wedding ceremonies for one day only - Valentine's Day, 2025. 

The Registry will provide couples with a celebrant and a beautifully styled ceremony space for you to celebrant with up to 35 guests. 

Availability is limited, as this is a one-off, one day only event.

Ceremonies start from $1,399, with additional reception, floral and photography options available. 

Start planning your wedding

Contact us

Not ready to book your marriage interview, but have questions? Get in touch with our weddings team.  

Email bdm-marriages-syd@customerservice.nsw.gov.au . 

This inbox is for public enquiries only. If you are a marriage celebrant, please visit our dedicated celebrant page for contact information. 

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