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Melbourne Town Hall

90-130 Swanston St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

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1990 Seated
1500 Standing
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Why you'll love Melbourne Town Hall

  • Melbourne Town Hall offers a range of elegant and high-end spaces perfect for any event, blending historic charm with modern amenities to provide a luxurious and memorable experience.
  • The venue features dramatic 70ft high ceilings and impressive chandeliers, creating a grand and opulent atmosphere that enhances the impact of any event.
  • The Town Hall, completed in 1887 and designed by Joseph Reed and Barnes, is a stunning example of Second Empire architecture, reflecting Melbourne’s rich historical and architectural heritage.

We are proud to announce a triumphant success in winning the coveted tender for catering and venue management at the iconic Melbourne Town Hall as of July 1st 2024. This landmark partnership marks a significant milestone in Showtime Event Group’s illustrious journey and signals a new era for Melbourne’s iconic event space. Melbourne was officially incorporated as a town on 13th December 1835, but it was not until 13 years later that the stunning Town Hall was completed in the Second Empire Style in 1887. This imposing design is credited to local firm Joseph Reed and Barnes, who also designed the stunning State Library Victoria and Royal Exhibition Hall within the Melbourne CBD. The second floor of this incredible building is still the working administrative seat of the City of Melbourne, housing the offices of our Lord Mayor.

Weave your own event story into the rich tapestry of this magical space, which has seen the debut of Nellie Melba, 20,000 teenagers awaiting a glimpse of The Beatles, and now plays home to the annual Melbourne International Comedy Festival. This breathtaking venue is ready to welcome your next exhibition, conference, celebration or performance. This heritage-listed building is the perfect space for a wide range of events, from intimate gatherings and celebratory functions to grand celebrations and cocktail receptions, thanks to its versatile event spaces. With its classical elegance, natural light, art deco detailing, and state-of-the-art facilities, this iconic space embodies a seamless blend of history and modernity, ensuring every event is both sophisticated and memorable. This ideal venue can offer everything that any Melburnians might need. It’s time to take your place in history.


Melbourne Town Hall Function Rooms

6 Spaces Available At This Venue
Main Hall

Main Hall

Main Hall is one of Melbourne Town Hall’s most impressive and glamorous event spaces: the perfect home for a gala fundraiser or opulent dinner. Imagine guest arrival through the gleaming marble foyer, with beautiful stained glass windows, ...

1990
1500
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Swanston Hall

Swanston Hall

Beneath an intricately designed glowing lighting dome, Swanston Hall boasts timber panelling, and rich green tones exuding opulence and finesse. This stunning art deco venue, is the only venue on the Ground Floor. A sizable mezzanine is a...

300
350
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Portico Room & Balcony

Portico Room & Balcony

Undoubtedly one of the most impressive views in Melbourne, this stunning vista includes the Arts Centre spire, Flinders Street Station and St Paul’s Cathedral. Waive to the adoring public, as have many before you. A fantastic spot for cock...

50
120
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Supper Room

Supper Room

The only room on the third floor of the iconic Melbourne Town Hall, this breathtaking space is perfect for a range of conferencing, performance, gala and networking events. An abundance of natural light streams in from the rooftop windows, ...

250
280
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Yarra Room

Yarra Room

This stunning space was once the Council Chamber for the City of Melbourne, and the beautiful wooden panelling and portraiture impart gravitas and dignity. Situated on the second level, and directly opposite the iconic Portico Balcony, this...

120
150
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Melbourne Room

Melbourne Room

With elevated views over Swanston Walk and Collins Street, the Melbourne Room is awash with natural light and elegant period charm. Decorated with priceless antiques and rich timber finishes, the Melbourne Room is ideal for formal luncheo...

30
50
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Katherine Pern

December 9, 2023

My husband and I were recently married at the Melbourne Room, MelbourneTown Hall. We can’t thank the team enough for making our day so special! The room was just incredible! With all it's history, much to my husbands delight, The Beatles were even part of this. The ornate timber carvings throughout the room were so impressive! Spectacular venue for an intimate wedding, highly recommend. Huge thank you to Alexa at Epicure! You were a dream to work with and made the process stress-free.

Megan B

May 20, 2022

My husband and I were recently married in the Council Chambers at the Melbourne Town Hall. We can’t thank the team enough for making our day so special! The room was just incredible! The beautiful stained-glass windows and ornate timber carvings throughout the room were so impressive! Huge thank you to Alexa at Epicure! You were a dream to work with and made the process stress-free. Megan & Adriano

Kieran Lang

August 22, 2019

The epicure manager I dealt with was very rude and obnoxious. An all round very unpleasant experience.

Josh Renehan

April 20, 2019

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Lian Zatial

May 10, 2021


Frequently Asked Questions

How much does an event cost at Melbourne Town Hall?

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 Melbourne Town Hall?

The following types of events can be held at Melbourne Town Hall:

18th Birthday Party

21st Birthday Party

30th Birthday Party

40th Birthday Party

50th Birthday Party

AGM

Awards Dinner

Baby Shower

Bar Mitzvah

Birthday Party

Breakfast

Bridal Shower

Bucks Party

Christening

Christmas Party

Cocktail Party

Concert

Conference

Corporate Function

Corporate Offsite

Corporate Retreat

Dinner

End of Financial Year Party

Engagement Party

Exhibition

Function

Gala Dinner

Hens Party

Kids Party

Lunch

Meeting

Networking Event

Product Launch

School Formal

Seminar

Trade Show

Training

Trivia Night

University Ball

Wedding

Wedding Ceremony

Workshop

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

How do I find out if Melbourne Town Hall is available for my event date?

The best way to find out if Melbourne Town Hall 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 Melbourne Town Hall?

No food or beverage / catering options have been selected for Melbourne Town Hall. 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 Melbourne Town Hall?

There are a steps involved in booking an event at Melbourne Town Hall 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 Melbourne Town Hall 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 Melbourne Town Hall 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 Melbourne Town Hall 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.

Where is Melbourne Town Hall located?

This superb space is located at 90-130 Swanston Street, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia. It is approximately 5 minutes' walk along Swanston St from Flinders Street Station.


Amenities & Extras

Food & Beverage

Bar Tab
Coffee / Tea
External Catering
Venue Offers Catering

Audio Visual Equipment (AV)

Microphone
Projector
Speakers
Stage
TV

Other Amenities & Extras

Accessible
Dance Floor
External Music or DJ
Furniture Hire
Lighting
Natural light
Outdoor Space
Restroom
Security
WiFi

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