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Arts Centre Melbourne

100 Saint Kilda Road, Southbank VIC 3004, Australia

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350 Seated
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  2. Melbourne
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Why you'll love Arts Centre Melbourne

  • Visually stunning architectural design building, including the iconic Spire, creating a unique backdrop for any event.
  • Wide range of world-class venues, including theatres, galleries, and outdoor spaces, it accommodates events of all sizes
  • Prime location along the Yarra River

Make your next event memorable in one of the unique conference, meeting and event function spaces at Arts Centre Melbourne.

Located in the heart of the Melbourne Arts Precinct, under its famous Spire, Arts Centre Melbourne brings style, sophistication and a point of difference to your next event. From light-filled contemporary conferencing spaces boasting stunning city views to intimate spaces featuring rich earthy tones each of Arts Centre Melbourne’s spaces offer an exciting and memorable point of difference guaranteed to bring the wow factor to your next event.

The highly-qualified team at Arts Centre Melbourne ensures every event is delivered in a seamless fashion by providing expert advice and assistance every step of the way. From an initial meeting with a sales manager, through to event execution with a professional event manager, our passionate and dedicated team takes the stress out of planning events.

Contact us now, we look forward to making your next event remarkable!

CLIENT TESTIMONIAL:

I just wanted to say a big thank you for all your help in making our event such a smooth and successful one. We’re especially grateful for how flexible and supportive you were — it made managing everything so much easier amidst the stress.

Australian Institute of Building (AIB) Victorian & Tasmanian Professional Excellence Awards

I wanted to say a massive thank you to you and [the team], who have been an absolute delight to work with. I would book again solely based on your service. Our team said the food was the best they’ve ever had at an event of this size — perfectly timed, great taste, and never cold. The on-floor staff were all so friendly. You have a wonderful team!

Equans ANZ Leadership Conference 2025 Gala Dinner


Arts Centre Melbourne Function Rooms

6 Spaces Available At This Venue
Melbourne Room

Melbourne Room

Elevate the ambiance of your next intimate gathering with the Melbourne Room - an elegant, Art Deco-inspired event space located in Hamer Hall. Overlooking the magnificent Stalls Foyer, the Melbourne Room features a distinctive circular sha...

40
40
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Members Lounge

Members Lounge

Transformative by nature The Members Lounge is a versatile, light-filled space ready to bring your event to life. Located in the iconic Theatres Building, this open, bright space is a blank canvas that can be customized to suit your vision...

80
100
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Plaza Room

Plaza Room

Step into the world of grandeur and theatre with the Plaza Room at Arts Centre Melbourne. Inspired by the traditional theatre rooms of old, the Plaza Room features rich red velvet tones, showgirl mirrors, and gold accents, making it the per...

21
30
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Hugh Williamson Room

Hugh Williamson Room

Experience the epitome of luxury and sophistication in the Melbourne Arts Precinct at the Hugh Williamson Room. Located at Arts Centre Melbourne, this venue is perfect for hosting a range of events, from boardroom meetings to cocktails. Bo...

25
40
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The Leaper Family Pavilion

The Leaper Family Pavilion

Floor to ceiling windows welcomes extraordinary views and an abundance of natural light Bring your event to life in The Pavilion, a grand and adaptable space known for its domed ceiling and luxurious gold-leaf interiors. Our premiere funct...

350
500
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Riverside Mezzanine

Riverside Mezzanine

CBD views on the banks of the Yarra! The Riverside Mezzanine at Hamer Hall is a light-filled, contemporary event space. With its bold design and picturesque views, this multi-level venue is ideal for workshops, networking or cocktail event...

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200
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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does an event cost at Arts Centre Melbourne?

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 Arts Centre Melbourne events can be hosted?

The following types of events can be held at Arts Centre Melbourne:
- University Ball
- Wedding
- Workshop
- Trade Show
- Seminar
- Networking Event
- AGM
- Awards Dinner
- Christening
- Christmas Party
- Cocktail Party
- Conference
- Corporate Function
- End of Financial Year Party
- Engagement Party
- Function
- Gala Dinner
- Meeting
- Product Launch
- Private Dining
- Exhibition
- Training

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

How do I find out if Arts Centre Melbourne is available for my event date?

The best way to find out if Arts Centre Melbourne 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 steps are involved in Arts Centre Melbourne event hire?

There are a few steps involved in booking an event at Arts Centre Melbourne 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 Arts Centre Melbourne 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 Arts Centre Melbourne 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 Arts Centre Melbourne 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 makes the Arts Centre Melbourne a unique event location?

The Arts Centre Melbourne is Australia's largest and busiest performing arts venue, staging more than 4,400 performances each year. Showcasing the best of Australian and international performances for over 30 years with a mix that covers everything from opera to ballet as well as theatre productions by local companies such as Opera Australia, Melbourne Theatre Company, and The Australian Ballet, The Arts Center is truly the flagship of the performing arts in Victoria and focal point of Melbourne's cultural precinct.

With its iconic spire, Arts Centre Melbourne is the proud custodian of Australia's performing arts heritage and home to one-of-a-kind collections that will leave you spellbound. The Australian Performing Arts Collection contains every genre from ballet, music or opera performances as well as other treasures such as masks worn by talented performers through history! True aficionados can take their time exploring this amazing resource while learning more about our culture at large in an immersive exhibition called "The Music Vault".

Boasting 10 function rooms, four theatres and dedicated pre-function areas, the Arts Centre Melbourne has everything you need for a successful event! Each space has its own distinct personality that you can enjoy and your guests will surely have the best experience!

Where is the Arts Centre Melbourne located?

Arts Centre Melbourne is located at 100 St Kilda Road, Southbank Victoria 3004, Australia.

Arts Centre Melbourne is within easy distance of Flinders Street Station.

What are the Arts Centre Melbourne venue hire options?

Australia's largest venue for performing arts also offers a number of venue spaces for hire throughout the theatres building. They can be used for different events such as exhibitions, talks and workshops. These include The Pavillion, Member's Lounge, Hugh Williamson Room, Plaza Room, Amcor Lounge, State Theatre Lounge, Bombini Mezzanine, Melbourne Room and Truscott Lounge. For performance venue hire, there is our four world-class performance venues (Hamer Hall, State Theatre, Playhouse and Fairfax Studio) and a famous outdoor concert venue, the Sidney Myer Music Bowl.


Amenities & Extras

Food & Beverage

Bar Tab
Coffee / Tea
Filtered Water
Venue Offers Catering

Audio Visual Equipment (AV)

Microphone
Projector
Speakers
Stage
Teleconference
TV
Video Conferencing

Other Amenities & Extras

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Air Con
Dance Floor
External Music or DJ
Flip Chart
Furniture Hire
Lighting
Natural light
On-Site Parking
Outdoor Space
Restroom
Room Hire Only
Security
Whiteboard
WiFi

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