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Featured Southbank venues

Eureka 89

Riverside Quay, Southbank

Eureka 89 is the perfect location for your next event in Melbourne. The interiors are sophisticated and modern, with floor-to-ceiling windows that show off breathtaking views of the city skyline from all angles! You can host events as small or large as you please - even a wedding ...

Ludlow Bar and Dining Room

Riverside Quay, Southbank

Come to Ludlow Bar & Dining Room for a grotto inspired, uniquely Melbourne drinking and dining destination. The contemporary design incorporates raw steel and stone, natural materials like recycled timber and the Yarra River as its centerpiece with brilliant results! This venue ...

Hophaus

Southbank Promenade, Southbank

Hophaus is a cosmopolitan reinvention of the great German and European Bier Halls. It's where old meets new, with charmingly familiar yet excitingly fresh bar and dining experience. The perfect destination for after work drinks or casual dinner - Hophaus offers food specials during ...

Crown Melbourne

Alfred Place, South Melbourne

With three world-class hotels and two luxurious day spas, Crown Melbourne is the place to be. The crowning achievement of this establishment are its gleaming towers that offer luxury accommodation with leisure facilities so you can explore all there is in one central location no matter what your ...

BearBrass

Southgate Ave, Southbank

BearBrass in Southgate, Melbourne is a wining and dining destination that offers up an exciting environment for those looking to host corporate events. Offering patrons with the opportunity to dine on fine food while enjoying views of either the river or Yarra Arts Precinct this venue has ...

Kingpin Crown Melbourne

Whiteman St, Southbank

The Kingpin Crown just reopened after an extravagant makeover, and now offers 4 purpose-built entertainment areas for your crew to roll like royalty. Centrally located in the Crown Casino Complex in Melbourne, Kingpin covers a whopping 4500sq meters of space so that you can have all kinds of ...

Left Bank Melbourne

Southbank Boulevard, Southbank

Situated on Southbank near Crown Melbourne, Left Bank provides an unparalleled view of the Yarra and city skyline. Unique to Melbourne's Southbank precinct, this venue will not disappoint with its spectacular views and excellent menus for any event-cocktail style up to 580 ...

Waterslide Bar

Southgate Avenue, Southbank

With its million-dollar views of the Yarra River and city skyline, Waterslide is a bar for everyone. The team with many years of experience has compiled unique beverage lists including Whiskeys, Gins, Vodkas, Rums and more to satisfy anyone's taste buds. With an old meets new ...

Quay West Suites Melbourne

Southgate Avenue, Southbank

The Quay West Suites Melbourne is the perfect venue for corporate meetings, presentations or dinner events. Located within strolling distance of Melbourne's bustling CBD and nestled along cosmopolitan Southgate precinct, this hotel boasts a number of potential spaces for ...

Metropolis Events

Southgate Avenue, Southbank

Metropolis Events is a sophisticated and flexible events venue suitable for meetings, conferences, gala dinners, private celebrations such as weddings or intimate ceremonies. Strategically located within Melbourne's Arts Precinct in Southbank with floor to ceiling windows showcasing the ...

Yarra Duchess

Southbank Promenade, Southbank

The Yarra Duchess is one of the many boats on offer by Melbourne River Cruises, a regular fixture upon the iconic Yarra River both by day or night. It's a lovely sight to see and even lovelier when you're inside celebrating with family and friends. Combining sightseeing (even in your home city ...

Yarra Countess

Southbank Promenade, Southbank

For many, Melbourne is not just a city but an experience. And now you can explore it from the comfort of your own river cruise with Yarra River Cruises! This company offers several cruises for tourists and locals alike who are looking to see the sights while enjoying some quality ...

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Southbank Venue Hire Guide

Southbank is a stone's throw from the CBD of Melbourne, Victoria, located on the south bank of the Yarra River.

This is the perfect event location for your next function! From multicultural and cosmopolitan food to vibrant street art, Southbank has you covered. The restaurants here give great options for dinner before dancing the night away at various nightclubs in the area.

Southbank function spaces are also right in the heart of Melbourne and offer a stunning backdrop to your big day. They have plenty of room for you and your guests, plus they have lots of amazing catering options to choose from so you can be sure there will be something everyone loves to eat!

What events can I hold in Southbank function venues?

Southbank event spaces offer the perfect venue for parties, activities and entertainment in Melbourne. From cafes and restaurants to private event spaces, there's something for every function. Here are some of the events you can hold in the venues:

Christmas party

Christmas is a time of year that's all about sharing happiness with those you love. Southbank venues provide the perfect space for your Christmas party. Whether you're hosting an intimate gathering of close friends or throwing a large celebration for guests you don't even know, they have the perfect place for whatever size event you're planning on hosting.

Corporate events

Corporate events are a big part of Southbank functions. In fact, the area is ideal for any company looking to help their staff work together and build morale while celebrating their success in business. You'll be able to have a great night out while also creating valuable team-building opportunities. Plus, there are plenty of places to hold your post-event function entertainment like bars you can choose as your after-party location.

Private dining events

If you're in search of something more private for you and your guests like an intimate date or a wedding reception, then Southbank may be for you! Southbank has lots of great places for private dining, from intimate restaurants with cosy corners to lively pubs. This is the perfect venue space for your functions, no matter the evestyle. Plus you can enjoy something different at each venue!

Discover the vast selection of function rooms Southbank has to offer!

Southbank function spaces offer a unique opportunity to hold an event or activity that is unforgettable. With great views of the city, close proximity to transport links and plenty nearby for dining or entertainment, you won't be disappointed with any event here.

Learn how to plan an event in Southbank that meets all your needs and budget requirements with VenueNow. VenueNow will help you search through Southbank function spaces and find the best venue to hire and make your event in Melbourne unforgettable! Enquire with the team today!