venues for hire melbourne
Here at Gathering Event, we work at countless wonderful and unique event spaces, venues, exhibition centers, and halls across Brisbane, Sydney, and Melbourne.
Below is a selection of venues for hire in Melbourne that we work with that allow third-party suppliers on site as part of your event, to enjoy our services such as our coffee cart, fairy floss Melbourne, food catering, popcorn machine hire, gelato cart, and third-party and pop-up bars.
Get in touch with the venue directly to learn more and book these spaces.
The Timber Yard, Port Melbourne
The Timber Yard is built on the philosophy of recycling, upcycling, and bringing people together for amazing events. Located on 6,000 sqm, comprised of indoor and outdoor space, in the Port Melbourne industrial precinct, The Timber Yard is a landmark Melbourne venue of unprecedented size and event flexibility. The site has been restored remaining true to its heritage of second-hand timber storage and fabrication.
The Timber Yard is an urban sanctuary designed to bring the flavor and personality of the country into the city. Seating up to 750 guests, and 1,500 guests - this event space is sure to cover all your needs. Think outdoor corporate events, conferences, weddings, or even a good birthday party or two, this space has you thinking outside the square. Only a short 10-minute drive from Melbourne’s CBD - check out the space today.
2. The Terrace, Royal Botanic Gardens
If you are looking for function venues for hire that have that wow factor, then look no further than this iconic Melbourne event space. Situated in Melbourne’s Royal Botanic Garden, The Terrace is one of those unique function rooms that have an outdoor venue feel from the surrounding gardens and features breath-taking views of Melbourne city which will be sure to impress your party guests or corporate clients.
With the flexibility to create a casual cocktail networking space or a formal sit-down event, The Terrace function rooms offer a contemporary and versatile venue perfect for weddings, private social events, corporate functions, and business conferences.
Allowing external suppliers from props through to major floral installations, this truly is a remarkable space!
Our carts sit lovingly either inside one of the spaces, or outside under a tree - the ambiance is surely in the air, check out our coffee cart service today.
3. The Hive, Collingwood
The Hive Collingwood is a BUZZING co-working and creative space which is located in a 1,300 sqm restored Melbourne warehouse venue. In addition to private offices and hot desks, The Hive Collingwood also offers beautiful function rooms and conference spaces for hire, suitable for both public and private events such as business meetings, corporate launch events, workshops, group presentations and so much more. This unique Melbourne venue is all about getting creative, making connections, and meeting people.
4. Two Ton Max, North Melbourne
A blank canvas you can quickly and easily transform for your private event and function, Two Ton Max is a beautifully detailed industrial warehouse located in North Melbourne. The stunning burnished concrete floor and neutral white walls, the space offers you the opportunity to create a unique event for your clients or guests in the style you choose and with limitless options for styling and catering you can include your own branded coffee cart or delicious food cart make your function extra special!
5. Royal Exhibition Building, Carlton
The Royal Exhibition Building is a unique piece of Australian history, maintained and enjoyed for its original intended use offering an array of exciting event hire possibilities. Not just reserved for exhibitions, they offer the space for all sorts of special events like corporate gala dinners and private cocktail parties. Just outside Melbourne CBD, it’s a great venue for corporates looking for a space with a little old-world glamour and a sophisticated atmosphere.
6. XO Studios, Brunswick East
A photography studio and warehouse event space situated in Brunswick East. With beautiful original features and a relaxed atmosphere, this Melbourne venue features 360m2 of floor space, a private courtyard, and an abundance of natural light. XO is an exciting and flexible blank canvas for your next private party, product launch, corporate presentation, or breakfast function.
7. Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre, South Wharf
Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre is simply a Melbourne icon. Located in the South Wharf precinct, just a stroll along the Yarra River to Southbank and the Melbourne Arts precinct. At MCEC, collaborating and connecting people is their focus, hosting over 1,000 events each year. Galas, meetings, conferences - whatever your size or scale, you get the benefits of the MCEC experience and the perfect city location.
8. Melbourne Museum, Carlton
If you’re planning an unforgettable event experience, Melbourne Museum is the perfect destination. Perched right on the edge of the city this contemporary architectural icon is surrounded by 64 acres of beautiful gardens and has a variety of stunning function rooms for hire. Whatever you are planning in the space whether it be a small private party, wedding, family day, or corporate function, it won’t be hard to entertain your guests with opportunities for striking backdrops and remarkable artwork to appreciate.