The Emerson
143 Commercial Road, South Yarra VIC 3141, Australia
The Emerson Function Rooms

Vibrant Indoor Rooftop Space
Inside at the rooftop offers booth packages for both day and night celebrations, full space hire for weddings and private events, live cooking station and a menu of Modern Australian dishes designed for casual dinners or sharing amongst fri...

Elegant & Casual All-weather Rooftop
Our rooftop is an elegant yet casual space, set against a vista of South Yarra and Melbourne’s CBD. The fully retractable roof and heating accommodates any weather condition to maintain an outdoor feel without the concern. The choices are e...

Intimate Private Cocktail Bar & Lounge
A place of hidden pockets and secret corners, unique light fixtures and sumptuous textures, the Cocktail Bar & Lounge is the ultimate in intimate event spaces. With private booths and lift access, discreet amenity access and a bird’s eye vi...

Private Club
Designed for absolute enjoyment, The Club brings the sounds of resident and international DJs, spectacular lighting, aerial entertainment and a VIP experience to create a superb atmosphere, ambience and experience for all in Melbourne. The...
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of events can be hosted at The Emerson?
The following types of events can be held at The Emerson:
- Function
- Hens Night
- Networking Event
- Product Launch
- Trade Show
- Trivia Night
- Wedding
- Workshop
- Engagement Party
- End of Financial Year Party
- Corporate Function
- Cocktail Party
- 21st Birthday Party
- 30th Birthday Party
- 40th Birthday Party
- 50th Birthday Party
- Bar Mitzvah
- Birthday Party
- Christening
- Christmas Party
- Bat Mitzvah
- Baby shower
- Bridal shower
- Ceremony
- Private Dining
- Bucks Night
If your specific event type is not on the list, contact one of VenueNow's Event Booking Experts and they will check if The Emerson is able to facilitate your event or will help you find an alternate venue.
How do I find out if The Emerson is available for my event date?
The best way to find out if The Emerson 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 The Emerson?
The following food and beverage / catering options are available for guests at The Emerson:
- Filtered Water
- Coffee / Tea
- 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 The Emerson?
There are a few steps involved in booking an event at The Emerson 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 The Emerson 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 The Emerson 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 The Emerson 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.
How much does an event cost at The Emerson?
Events at The Emerson 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.