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Top Inexpensive Event Venues in Melbourne CBD
Don’t let a tight budget stop you from hosting your dream event in Melbourne CBD. From chic cocktail bars on Collins Street to private lounges near Federation Square and outdoor spaces in Dockland, the city has plenty of affordable venues for every occasion. Tagvenue’s platform gives you access to the best cheap event venues in the area and allows you to chat directly with venue managers, ensuring a smooth booking process. Your ideal Melbourne event is just a search away!
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![Memphis Penthouse at Laneways By Ovolo in Melbourne CBD]()
from $700
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityMemphis Penthouse
50 guestsLaneways By OvoloMelbourne CBDEEmilia Z.
“The space was stunning and perfect for our celebration.” -
![Gather Spot at Gather Spot Party Hub in Melbourne CBD]()
from $170
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityGather Spot
150 guestsGather Spot Party HubMelbourne CBDKKrishiv
“Nice and open venue, lots of space and good location” -
![Zinc at Zinc at Fed Square in Melbourne CBD]()
from $20000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityZinc
1100 guestsZinc at Fed SquareMelbourne CBDWWorld S.
“The venue and location was lovely” -
![The Yarra River Suite at Batman's Hill on Collins in Melbourne CBD]()
from $1900
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityThe Yarra River Suite
220 guestsBatman's Hill on CollinsMelbourne CBDJJacqueline C.
“The function room provided everything we needed and the catering was perfect and catered for our needs.” -
![The Atrium at The Oxford Scholar in Melbourne CBD]()
from $350
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Atrium
100 guestsThe Oxford ScholarMelbourne CBDDDom M.
“The space was prepared exactly as to needs for the event. Would definitely book in here again.” -
![The Whole First Floor at Young & Jacksons in Melbourne CBD]()
from $25
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Whole First Floor
180 guestsYoung & JacksonsMelbourne CBDMMyra B.
“I would recommend booking Y&J for your event. The staff were lovely and really helpful.” -
![Corporate Event Space at Czar Workspace in Melbourne CBD]()
from $90
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityCorporate Event Space
30 guestsCzar WorkspaceMelbourne CBD
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BBen R.
“Really nice workspace for a small team meeting. Great value for money in a good location.” -
![Level One - Exclusive Use at The Emerald Peacock in Melbourne CBD]()
from $21
per person / per dayCheck availabilityLevel One - Exclusive Use
250 guestsThe Emerald PeacockMelbourne CBD
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AAnna B.
“Staff were lovely. No minimum spend which was great. Our space was well sectioned-off.” -
![G- BYO bar karaoke DJ all age at 215 Queen's in Melbourne CBD]()
from $1
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityG- BYO bar karaoke DJ all age
50 guests215 Queen'sMelbourne CBDPPoorvi D.
“The song selection is solid, the setup is easy, and once a few people start singing, the whole place picks up.” -
![Entertainment Space at 11th Space in Melbourne CBD]()
from $250
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityEntertainment Space
50 guests11th SpaceMelbourne CBD
#Supervenue
AA T.
“Fantastic space, perfect size for my workshop. Jeanette was super helpful & easy to communicate with.” -
![The Attic at The George on Collins in Melbourne CBD]()
from $1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Attic
30 guestsThe George on CollinsMelbourne CBDFFarah S.
“Perfect events manager. I felt really special throughout the process. Event space was perfect!!” -
![Main Venue at 11th Space in Melbourne CBD]()
from $300
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityMain Venue
60 guests11th SpaceMelbourne CBD
#Supervenue
BBen D.
“Using the boardroom for food, drinks, and networking created a good flow.”
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Frequently Asked Questions
The cost of affordable venues averages around $3000 minimum spend per event. The final price will depend on location, size, amenities, and demand. Some venues also offer additional packages that include catering, AV equipment, or additional services. Take a look at the usual price ranges in Melbourne CBD, based on Tagvenue data from April 2026:
| From $1800 | to $7000 | minimum spend per event |
| From $25 | to $79 | per person |
| From $100 | to $660 | hire fee per hour |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated April 2026), the best options include:
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The Whole First Floor at Young & Jacksons in Melbourne CBD - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘Everything was perfect. I would recommend booking Y&J for your event.’ -
Memphis Penthouse at Laneways By Ovolo in Melbourne CBD - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Highly recommend this venue for any special occasion!’ -
The Atrium at The Oxford Scholar in Melbourne CBD - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Great space. Good value with having a minimum spend, instead of a hire fee. We really enjoyed our night.’
You'll find affordable venues in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in Melbourne CBD, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (April 2026):
| Small | up to 70 guests | prices average $1500 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 100 and 120 guests | prices average $3500 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 160 guests | prices average $10000 minimum spend per event |
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