Bar Humbug
338 Queensberry St, North Melbourne VIC 3051, Australia
When you book with Bar Humbug you don't just get a boring, plain function space but an immersive experience suitably perfectly to the festive season! There’s no Christmas bar quite like it... This immersive bar will fill your ‘gram with Christmas spam as you make your way around the many Christmas installations. See how Santa lets loose when he's not delivering presents and have a snap with him inside his ‘Grotty Christmas Grotto.’ Perfect for your awkward family Christmas card! T’is the festive season after all, so why not sneak a kiss in ‘Mistletoe Corner’ with a special friend, while sipping on a cocktail designed specifically for the naughty and nice lists.So grab a drink and dance the night away to a Christmas playlist filled with all your favourites - from Mariah Carey to Wham, Bublé to Bieber!
Bar Humbug Function Rooms

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This is the perfect venue for any end of year function, Christmas playlists, a resident 'Bad Santa,' photo booths, festive cocktails and so much more available to make it a night your guests will never forget! A ready-made Christmas bar b...
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find out if Bar Humbug is available for my event date?
The best way to find out if Bar Humbug 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.
What catering / food and beverage options are available at Bar Humbug?
The following food and beverage / catering options are available for guests at Bar Humbug:
- Coffee / Tea
- External Catering
- Inhouse Catering
- Bar Tab
For more information regarding food and beverage / catering options, please contact a VenueNow Event Booking Expert.
What steps are involved in booking an event at Bar Humbug?
There are a few steps involved in booking an event at Bar Humbug 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 Bar Humbug 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 Bar Humbug 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 Bar Humbug if you book via us.
I have more questions. How do I get in contact?
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.
What type of events can be hosted at Bar Humbug?
The following types of events can be held at Bar Humbug:
- 18th Birthday Party
- 21st Birthday Party
- 30th Birthday Party
- 40th Birthday Party
- 50th Birthday Party
- Bar Mitzvah
- Birthday Party
- Bucks Night
- Christening
- Christmas Party
- Cocktail Party
- Corporate Function
- End of Financial Year Party
- Engagement Party
- Function
- Hens Night
- Networking Event
- Product Launch
- Wedding
- Meeting
- Awards Dinner
- Baby shower
- Bridal shower
- Ceremony
- Gala Dinner
- Bat Mitzvah
If your specific event type is not on the list, contact one of VenueNow's Event Booking Experts and they will check if Bar Humbug is able to facilitate your event or will help you find an alternate venue.
How much does an event cost at Bar Humbug?
Events at Bar Humbug start from 0.
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.