Foresters Pub
64 Smith St, Collingwood VIC 3066, Australia
Foresters Pub is a hub of Collingwood activity – as it should be, given the venue's 4am license, 32 taps of beer, food until 2am and a Smith Street location. And that's not even taking the rollicking rock and roll atmosphere that one finds within the hall. Found on the bustling corner of Gertrude Street, Forester's calls itself the 'home of late night mischief'. Seems fair. The 32 taps running along the bar pour the best in local and international craft beer, there's a constant stream of live music upstairs in Woody's Bar, and one can expect tasting nights and beer events throughout the week. As far as functions go, Forester's offers a mezzanine space, the upstairs rock and roll dive, Woody's, as well as the main hall itself. The main hall of course, can comfortably accommodate small groups celebrating a birthday and larger posses in need of a space to suit.
Foresters Pub Function Rooms

The Cozy Woody's Bar
Meet Woody’s, the hall’s little brother is rock ‘n’ roll tavern has all the features of its hall but with more atitude. It can be booked as a private bar for up to 120 people. This cozy space boasts a bountiful back bar and a banging sound...

The Classy Mezzanine
Our newly renovated mezzanine offers a vantage point for overlooking the happenings of the hall. It can be booked exclusively or by individual tables. The Mezzanine is secluded yet offers complete access to the main bar, bathrooms and smoki...

The Iconic Hall
Built in 1868, the hall and the golden clam shell have serviced circus performers, comedians and live entertainment through the ages. The iconic Colling wood venue is home to 24 beer taps coupled with a wide range of wines, high end whiskey...
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does an event cost at Foresters Pub?
Please enquire for pricing and availability.
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.
What type of events can be hosted at Foresters Pub?
The following types of events can be held at Foresters Pub:
- Wedding
- Product Launch
- Networking Event
- Hens Night
- Gala Dinner
- Function
- Engagement Party
- End of Financial Year Party
- Cocktail Party
- Christmas Party
- Bucks Night
- Birthday Party
- 50th Birthday Party
- 40th Birthday Party
- 30th Birthday Party
If your specific event type is not on the list, contact one of VenueNow's Event Booking Experts and they will check if Forester's Pub and Dining is able to facilitate your event or will help you find an alternate venue.
How do I find out if Foresters Pub is available for my event date?
The best way to find out if Foresters Pub 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 Foresters Pub?
The following food and beverage / catering options are available for guests at Foresters Pub:
- 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 Forester's Pub and Dining?
There are a few steps involved in booking an event at Forester's Pub and Dining 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 Forester's Pub and Dining 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 Forester's Pub and Dining 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 Forester's Pub and Dining 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.