Rydges Canberra

Events at Rydges Canberra start from 500.00.

This may be subject to change due to seasonality, day of the week, duration and your specific requirements. For an accurate quote for your event please send an enquiry or contact one of VenueNow's Event Booking Experts.

The following types of events can be held at Rydges Canberra:
- Networking Event
- Christening
- Engagement Party
- Corporate Function
- 30th Birthday Party
- Birthday Party
- 50th Birthday Party
- Cocktail Party
- Function
- End of Financial Year Party
- Christmas Party
- Corporate Offsite
- 40th Birthday Party
- Conference
- Workshop
- School Formal
- University Ball
- Corporate Retreat
- Bar Mitzvah
- Product Launch
- Seminar
- Meeting
- Gala Dinner
- Residential Conference
- Bat Mitzvah
- Training
- Trade Show
- Executive Retreat
- AGM
- Trivia Night
- Wedding
- Awards Dinner
- Ceremony
- Private Dining
- Baby shower

If your specific event type is not on the list, contact one of VenueNow's Event Booking Experts and they will check if Rydges Canberra is able to facilitate your event or will help you find an alternate venue.

The best way to find out if Rydges Canberra is available for your event date is to send an enquiry through or get in contact with one of VenueNow's Event Booking Experts.

Availability at many venues around the country is limited so if your date is flexible, please let the VenueNow team know and the venue may be able to provide a range of dates that suit your needs.

The following food and beverage / catering options are available for guests at Rydges Canberra:
- Filtered Water
- Coffee / Tea
- Inhouse Catering
- Bar Tab

For more information regarding food and beverage / catering options, please contact a VenueNow Event Booking Expert.

There are a few steps involved in booking an event at Rydges Canberra and the VenueNow team are here to do the heavy lifting for you.

Firstly, contact the VenueNow team by submitting an enquiry or speaking to one of our team members online or over the phone. We'll need to collect a few details from you, such as your:
- Event type
- Number of people attending
- Preferred event date & time (and if this is flexible)
- Budget (per person or total)
- Room layout
- Food and beverage / catering requirements
- Any other requirements

Once we've gathered these details, the VenueNow team will contact the team at Rydges Canberra to check:
1) Can they host the event on your preferred date / time? If not, what are some alternate dates / times?
2) What is the estimated cost based on your event requirements?

This process tends to take around 1 business day on average to receive a response from the venue. Once we've received a response, the VenueNow team will contact you as soon as possible.

If you're happy with the proposed price and dates / times, the VenueNow team will connect you with Rydges Canberra to finalise your booking (which may include a site visit if you choose to do so).

VenueNow provides this service free of charge to you as we are paid a small fee by Rydges Canberra if you book via us.

There are a number of ways you can get in contact:
1) Call the VenueNow team on 1300 647 488 during business hours AEST
2) Contact the VenueNow team via our online chat in the bottom right of the screen
3) Submit an enquiry via the form on the page

The VenueNow team usually reply within a few hours during Australian business.

Our well-equipped Rydges Canberra function room facilities offer space for events of two up to 200 people, executive boardrooms and break-out rooms. Whether visiting for business or pleasure guests can enjoy some of the best features available in this city!

Aside from the venue options available, the location of Rydges Canberra is also very ideal. The Rydges Canberra hotel is located within close proximity to some of Canberra's leading attractions, including Parliament House, the National Gallery of Australia, Questacon and The National Library, and is surrounded by the busy business districts of Barton and Parkes, so business travellers need not go far!

The dining options at Rydges Canberra are also amazing! The George offers guests a taste of Canberra's finest produce and prime cuts, coupled with a bustling bar and one of the best wine lists in the city. Relax at The George Bar with one of our signature cocktails or let yourself be taken on a culinary journey in The George Grill for a more casual dining experience.

Learn more about the event spaces available for hire at the Rydges Canberra below:

The Lounge - The abundance of light flowing into The Lounge makes it the ideal Canberra Venue for any networking and trade show events during the day. This venue also transforms into a relaxed location where you can enjoy socialising with friends.

Forrest Suite - The Forrest Suite is our most spacious Conference Venue and can accommodate up to 200 guests. It has three rooms (Forrest Room 1, 2 and 3), each of which is suitable for large breakout sessions or smaller meetings with inbuilt screens that provide excellent visibility from overhead projectors as well!

Forrest Room 1 - The meeting room, Forrest Room 1 in the Forrest Suite is perfect for training programs and seminars. The windows offer floor-to-ceiling views overlooking a beautiful terrace that can be blacked out with curtains if needed!

Forrest Room 2 - Forrest Room 2 is the largest room in our Forrest suite, perfect for your next meeting or social event!

Forrest Room 3 - Forrest Room 3, the smaller room part of the Forrest Suite, this room is ideal for any meeting from training programs, to team planning days and seminars.

Barton Room - The spacious and natural light-filled room is perfect for training sessions or board meetings. The floor-to-ceiling windows allow a beautiful view of the hotel's atrium while you work, with two individual meeting rooms available if privacy must be maintained during your event!

Wellington Room - The Wellington Room is enclosed by the hotel's stunning indoor atrium. Full of natural light during the day and bathed in ambient lighting throughout, this open-ended function space in Canberra can be used for dinner or lunch events as well as networking sessions; it's also conveniently located next door to The George Grill!

Executive Boardroom - We have four Executive Boardrooms in Canberra which is perfect for smaller meetings, breakout spaces and interviews. They range in size to accommodate up to 16 people but can easily be rearranged according to your needs - whether you need a large space or a more intimate setting!

The Aviary - Behind the sheer curtain in this atrium is a hidden gem. Long, lavish tables are set for regal dining and there's no better way to impress your guests than with a personalised menu created just for you! With wines that match each mood perfectly - from sweet treats on offer when it feels like celebrating all day long or refreshing fizzes before dinner- these spaces will satisfy even those most exquisite tastes.

Rydges Canberra is located at 17 Canberra Avenue, Forrest ACT 2603, Australia.

Rydges Canberra is within walking distance of popular area attractions and can’t-miss historic sites. Guests never run out of things to do in Canberra when they stay in our accommodation. Canberra city centre is a 5-minute drive away.

Here are just a few of Canberra's national attractions that are less than a 20-minute walk from Rydges Canberra hotel:

- Parliament House

- Old Parliament House

- Questacon

- National Gallery of Australia

- National Portrait Gallery of Australia

- High Court of Australia

- National Library of Australia

- National Archives of Australia

- Manuka Oval

Aside from these destinations, the city is a five-minute drive from the Rydges Canberra hotel. A short 15-minute drive from Rydges Canberra can also bring you to the following attractions in Australia's capital: National Museum of Australia, National Film & Sound Archives of Australia, Royal Australian Mint, Telstra Tower, Cockington Green Gardens, Mount Stromlo Observatory, Australian War Memorial

Canberra Airport is 7 km from Rydges Canberra.

Your guests will feel right at home with the amenities of Rydges Canberra. Whether you want a room for yourself or your whole company, we have comfortable and spacious accommodations that offer natural light from full-length windows as well! Each spacious room at Rydges Canberra includes ensuite bathrooms, air conditioning, large work desks, free wifi, a comfortable lounge area and HD LCD TVs. We also provide mini bar equipment so our visitors can enjoy their favourite beverages after an eventful day on-site too.

Check-in at Rydges Canberra is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities.

Rydges Canberra offers the following facilities for you and your family to enjoy!

-Heated swimming pool

-Indoor pool, spa and sauna

-Fitness centre

-Various onsite dining options

There are plenty of places to wine and dine in Rydges Canberra, such as the Breakfast by The George, The George Bar Lounge and The George Grill.

In Breakfast by The George, guests can kick start their day with the hotel's signature breakfast, such as eggs Benny with free-range Gammon or Smashed Avo on freshly grilled sourdough. Guests can enjoy a morning brew coupled with a selection of pastries and casual bites. The George Grill restaurant offers a casual dining experience. Enjoy the taste of Canberra’s finest produce and prime cuts.

Meanwhile, if you're looking for a place to kick back and enjoy some drinks, the George Bar might be for you! The George Bar offers an extensive wine list coupled with seasonal and signature cocktails to enjoy.

Here are some things you should keep in mind when planning your Rydges Canberra wedding:

- Explore the many options available, from a lavish one to an intimate ceremony.

- Let our experienced and professional wedding planners take care of all the details for you.

- Elegant and expansive function space perfect for weddings and celebrations of up to 200 guests.

- Ensuring your day is as personalised as you want it to be by selecting from a variety of themes and décor options to suit your style.

- Add a touch of sophistication and luxury with our extensive range of luxurious linen, menus, floral arrangements and other extras.

With so many things to consider, it can get overwhelming. However, our team at VenueNow are always readily available to help you with your event booking in one of the finest settings in Canberra!

Stay at Rydges Canberra and you'll have peace of mind knowing that our team takes your safety seriously.

Some of the safety measures include:

-Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser

-Social distancing measures are in place

-Contactless check-in is available

-Enhanced cleaning measures 

-Individually wrapped food options

-Staff temperature checks