Celebrate with us
The Cairns Aquarium is a unique and captivating venue for any celebration. Surrounded by the beauty and majesty of the creatures of the Great Barrier Reef and the Daintree Rainforest guests will enjoy contemporary cuisine provided by the friendly and professional staff of Dundee's Restaurant in a setting like no other. Birthdays, banquets, weddings, product launches, charity events, cocktail parties and more can be catered for by the Dundee's Restaurant. You are spoilt for choice with five unique venues to choose from - each with their own highly themed habitats, animals and visual backdrops that make this dining experience so memorable. Choices include the Cairns Aquarium Restaurant or for the ultimate wow factor there is nothing that compares to the Ocean Room in the heart of the aquarium.
Download a copy of the Cairns Aquarium Events Kit here.
Cairns Aquarium Events Kit 2021 - High Res.pdf
For any function or celebration package enquiries, please contact Cairns Aquarium Events Team at
events@cairnsaquarium.com.au or (07) 4044 7300.
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Function and Event Spaces
At Cairns Aquarium we have a number of different locations available for a wide range of functions and events, from the small and intimate to the large and extravagant. No matter what the occasion, we have you covered.

A Beautiful Backdrop for Proposals & Weddings
Want to create a unique and unforgettable proposal experience like no other? Pop the question with the help from our expert divers, who will hold up a “Will You Marry Me?” sign. Complete your experience with a romantic table for two ‘under the sea’ where we will have roses, a bottle of champagne and chocolates waiting for you. For more information, or to book your proposal package, contact events@cairnsaquarium.com.au
Or perhaps you're planning your dream wedding? There is no other wedding venue in the world that will provide you with the backdrop of stunning and spectacularly-themed tropical North Queensland habitat zones, magical marine and rainforest creatures and exclusive spaces for dining and entertaining your guests in one central, air conditioned city location. Contact the Cairns Aquarium at events@cairnsaquarium.com.au to see how they can make your special day even more memorable.

Corporate and Private Functions
Make your guests feel very important with an exclusive, private guided tour of the aquarium after hours. That’s what will set your function apart from the ordinary. Add great food, professional friendly service in a unique location and we know your guests will take home great memories. All enquiries to Cairns Aquarium Events Team at events@cairnsaquarium.com.au