With a strong heritage character, Darling Gardens is a peaceful retreat near Queens Parade, Clifton Hill.
This park has plenty of expansive lawns, making it ideal for walking, running and playing. It's shady and sheltered avenues provide cool respite on hot summer days. There is also a rotunda which is popular for weddings.
The children's playground is a popular spot for families and to catch up with friends.
To find out which spaces you can book at Curtain Square, view our map of bookable areas (PDF 66KB).
Features and facilities
- Public toilets
- Playground
- Barbeque (cannot reserve)
- Picnic tables (cannot reserve)
- Drinking fountains
- Rotunda (Can be reserved - popular for weddings)
Accessibility
For more information, download our Disability access guide for meetings, festivals and events (PDF 1.2MB).
Visiting with dogs
Half of the park is designated dog off-leash, but your dog:
- is not allowed within the playgrounds at any time
- must be on leash within 10 metres of playground areas.
This park has dog on-leash and dog off-leash zones. The dog off-leash zone is marked in purple.
View Darling Gardens Off Leash Area in a larger map
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Permits
To book the park for an event, you will need an event in public spaces permit.
Venue conditions
- We need a minimum of two weeks’ notice for all potential permits.
- As the event hirer, you must carry your event permit at all times.
For more information about hiring spaces, download our conditions of hire (PDF 522KB).
Alcohol
Alcohol may be consumed in the park between 9am and 9pm. This does not require a permit.
You must apply for a temporary limited licence if you intend to sell alcohol within the park.
How to book
If you are a registered user and have booked with us before, you can log into our booking system to book a space.
If you are a new user, you need to register with us before you make a booking.
Organisation bookings
If you are from an organisation, you must:
- register your organisation
- make your booking under your organisation's name.
If you're from a not-for-profit group, you may be eligible for discounted use. Contact our bookings team to find out more.