Factory51 Named Brisbane’s #1 Unique Wedding Venue for 2026

by | Oct 20, 2026 | Weddings

Last updated: October 2026

We’re celebrating some wonderful news! Factory51 has officially been named Brisbane’s #1 Wedding Venue – Unique at the 2026 Wedding Industry Awards.

This latest recognition marks another proud milestone for our independently owned wedding venue in Coorparoo, and reflects the trust our couples place in us to create celebrations that are genuinely their own.

“Our team pours heart and soul into every wedding,” says owner Beau Vedelago. “We’re humbled by this recognition and grateful to the many couples who voted for us.”

Four Years of Award-Winning Weddings

Our Wedding Industry Awards achievements:

Year Result
2026 #1 Winner – Wedding Venue: Unique
2025 #1 Winner – Wedding Venue: Unique
2024 #2 Highly Commended – Wedding Venue: Unique
2023 #1 Winner – Wedding Venue: Unique

Four consecutive years of podium recognition, including three first-place finishes, is something we’re incredibly proud of.

The regional awards recognise wedding businesses through feedback from newlywed couples. For our team, that makes this achievement particularly meaningful.

A smiling bride and groom walking back up the aisle after getting married at Factory51 Brisbane wedding venue.

Moments after Charlotte and Hugh got married! | Mary Miller Media

Beautifully Different. And Proud of It.

Factory51 has never been your ordinary wedding venue.

Hidden down a private laneway in Brisbane’s Coorparoo, The Workshop is a beautifully restored industrial space combining exposed red brick, soaring steel beams, polished concrete floors, a statement crystal chandelier and a striking jade marble bar.

It’s a little unexpected, wonderfully atmospheric, and full of character.

Whether couples envision an intimate candlelit celebration, a lively reception with a band, or a long-table Italian feast, our space offers the freedom to celebrate in a way that feels entirely personal.

Factory51 Weddings. Beautifully Different.

Factory51 Wedding Venue Snapshot

Location: Coorparoo, Brisbane – just minutes from the CBD
Ceremony: All-in-one ceremony and reception destination
Capacity: Up to 153 guests seated | 180 guests cocktail style
Setting: Restored industrial-chic warehouse with stunning chandelier
Dining Options: Shared feasts, alternate drop menus, and cocktail-style packages
Venue Hire: No room hire fees – minimum spends apply

Industrial chic ceremony set up at Factory51 wedding venue

Factory51 Ceremony | Untamed Creative

Deliciously Different

At Factory51, exceptional food is part of the celebration. With our own Italian restaurant and kitchen team, we bring restaurant-quality dining to every wedding—from handcrafted pasta and generous shared feasts to beautifully prepared canapés. It’s food designed to bring people together, and an experience guests remember long after the final dance.

Food Weiweimichael450 — Factory51 Italian Restaurant Coorparoo

Shared Feast served down the tables for a dining experience to remember at Factory51

A Wedding Experience Built Around You

Behind every Factory51 wedding is a dedicated team who genuinely care about making the day special.

From the first venue viewing through to the final dance, our Events Manager and hospitality team guide couples through the planning process, offering personal attention and practical support along the way.

With exclusive use of The Workshop, ceremony and reception options, flexible catering packages and a private laneway for drinks and photographs, couples can enjoy their celebration in one beautifully connected setting.

From Brisbane Winners to Australian Finalists

Our 2026 Brisbane win also means Factory51 is a finalist in the 2026 Australian Wedding Awards, taking place in Brisbane on 6 January 2027.

We’re honoured to be recognised alongside exceptional wedding venues from across the country, and excited to represent Brisbane on the national stage.

A stunning wedding reception set up in an industrial chic unique wedding venue

A stunning wedding reception set up at Factory51’s industrial chic unique wedding venue | Samuel Parke Photography

Thank You for Being Part of Our Story

To every couple who has trusted us with their wedding, thank you. Your celebrations, your stories and your kind words are what make Factory51 so special.

To our wonderful team and the talented wedding professionals we work alongside, thank you for the care and creativity you bring to every event.

Here’s to more love, laughter and chandelier-lit nights ahead.

Our wedding reviews share a common theme: exceptional food, stress-free planning, and a team that feels like family. It’s this combination that keeps Factory 51 among Brisbane’s most trusted wedding venues – year after year.

A newlywed couple in a private laneway at a unique wedding venue

A private laneway makes for a beautiful moment together | Foy and Co

Planning Your Factory51 Wedding?

If you’re searching for a Brisbane wedding venue that’s a little different, we’d love to show you around.

With 2027 and 2028 wedding enquiries welcome, now is a wonderful time to start planning.

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Factory51 | 51 Holdsworth Street, Coorparoo, Brisbane

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FACTORY51

07 33240844
51 Holdsworth St Coorparoo QLD
hello@factory51.com.au

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