Our Story

Born from a
love of hosting.

Founder of Venue Oaón
Est. 2026 · Montana, Pretoria
The beginning
"I didn't build Venue Oaón to be impressive. I built it to be right, for the moments that matter most."

Venue Oaón grew from more than a decade of hands-on events work. After years of coordinating celebrations in spaces that didn't quite feel personal enough, the idea was simple: create somewhere that did.

A space with white-washed walls and warm wooden elements. A garden that feels like a backyard, not a conference centre. Somewhere that 30 women can gather for a kitchen tea and feel like the space was made for exactly that.

Montana, Pretoria: our home, was the right fit. Close enough to the city, quiet enough to feel away from it.

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What we believe

The principles behind the space.

01

Small is intentional

We capped our capacity at 40 people deliberately. A gathering of 30 women celebrating a new baby should feel like a gathering, not an event.

02

No corkage, ever

You bring your own. We've never charged corkage and we never will. Celebrations shouldn't come with hidden costs.

03

Real events experience

The person behind this space has spent over a decade in professional events. That knowledge shows up in everything, from how the suites are laid out to how we handle your inquiry.

04

Décor is a partnership

We work alongside Oaón Events so you can have one conversation that covers venue and décor. Fewer suppliers, less stress.

05

Every event is different

We don't publish pricing because every event is different. We'd rather talk through what you need and quote you properly.

06

The space should feel yours

You're not booking a generic venue. You're taking over a space that's been prepared specifically for you: for that day, for your people.

Our sister company

Oaón Events: where the décor happens.

Every décor package at Venue Oaón is offered through Oaón Events. The same team, the same eye for detail: just focused entirely on making your space beautiful.

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Balloon arches and installations
Fresh florals and centrepieces
Styled backdrops and neon signage
Table linen and bamboo chairs
Full event management on Grand package
Custom add-ons always available
A decade of occasions

The journey here.

2012

First professional event

Started coordinating events professionally: weddings, corporate functions, and private celebrations across Gauteng.

2016

Oaón Events launched

Founded Oaón Events to focus on décor and intimate gatherings. Began building a reputation for considered, personal styling.

2022

The idea for a venue

After years of working in spaces that weren't quite right, began planning a dedicated venue: one that felt genuinely personal.

2024

Venue Oaón opens

Three suites in Montana, Pretoria: the Myrrh, Olive, and Garden. Built for gatherings of 20–40 people and nothing larger.

Come see the space

We'd love to show you around.

The best way to know if it's right for your event is to visit. Book a site visit and we'll walk you through all three suites.

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