Brisbane is never boring! The local art and music scene combined with its buzzing nightlife fill the city to the brim. Brisbane’s private bars and restaurants are becoming the envy of the rest of Australia. Where better to celebrate your birthday than in this lively city? We have trawled through the best birthday party venues in Brisbane and collected them all in one place for you to check out and compare. Finding the perfect setting for your memorable day will be a breeze with our help, so don’t hesitate anymore! Browse the top spots, from South Brisbane all the way to the coast, and book the ideal private venue for your birthday in no time!
In Brisbane, prices of birthday party venues average $2000 minimum spend per event. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in Brisbane, based on Tagvenue data from November 2025:
| From $650 | to $3000 | minimum spend per event |
| From $50 | to $80 | per person |
| From $90 | to $663 | hire fee per hour |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated November 2025), the best options include:
The Fitzgerald at The Fitzgerald
in Fortitude Valley - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘The event space was beautiful and had everything we needed for our party. The staff were on top of everything.’
Laneway Bar at The Mix Bar
in Woolloongabba - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Everything ran smoothly. So many of the guests loved the venue. A perfect 21st Birthday party.’
Venue Hire at The Station
in Fortitude Valley - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘loved the space and owner was rlly nice - perfect for birthday parties!!’
You'll find birthday party 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 Brisbane, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (November 2025):
| Small birthday party venues | up to 50 guests | prices average $750 minimum spend per event |
| Medium birthday party venues | between 70 and 100 guests | prices average $2000 minimum spend per event |
| Large birthday party venues | over 110 guests | prices average $2250 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 250 m from central Brisbane, available to book on Tagvenue:
The answer is ‘it depends’! Some Brisbane private venues are fine with BYO beverages, while others don’t allow it. The easiest way to check what options are available for you is to mark the ‘BYO alcohol allowed’ filter on our website and browse only the venues that fit your requirements! If you decide to provide your own drinks at a birthday party, don’t forget to check if corkage fees apply. You wouldn’t want to be surprised with additional costs, right?
To give you a hand, The Station in Fortitude Valley is the BYO birthday spot most appreciated by our users. If you want to find out more about BYO venues, check out our Hire Guide on them!
Of course! While you’ll find an array of conventional birthday party venues in Brisbane, such as bars, clubs, and restaurants, the city is also packed with unique and unusual options! Some of such private spots you can find on our website include:
When searching for the best private birthday party venues in Brisbane, most people tend to look towards the most popular spots like Brisbane CBD, South Brisbane across the river and the West End. Fortitude Valley is fast becoming a trendy spot in North Brisbane and, of course, the many function venues overlooking the Brisbane River are also a popular choice. Since there are so many private venues competing against each, great deals and truly unique birthday party spaces are just waiting to be discovered!
In the Central Business District, between George Street and Edward Street, there’s a wealth of private places. You can choose from an array of amazing locations, from gastropubs serving modern Australian cuisine and wines sure to impress your guests to fine-dining restaurants in hotels with swimming pools and other brilliant amenities.
Across the river in South Brisbane, the atmosphere gets a bit more relaxed and your guests can really let their hair down and enjoy the vibe. Along Grey Street, you’ll find a massive selection of some of Brisbane’s best bars and private restaurants to keep everybody full and happy. Whether you want to dance until the wee hours or chill close to the river, Brisbane has it all.
Up to the north-east in Fortitude Valley, along the parallel streets of Anne Street, Wickham Street and St Paul’s Terrace, you’ll also find some sweet private spots to celebrate a birthday. There are loads of restaurants and bars in the area, however we really have to give the nod here to the handful of hotels with private cocktail roof bars. There’s nothing like sipping a celebratory cocktail or craft beer while taking in the skyline view of Brisbane on a clear night. Happy birthday!
For the most part, people celebrating their birthday in Brisbane tend to hire out either function rooms or private and semi-private areas in bars and restaurants. However no matter what your venue preferences are, we’re sure you’ll find something for yourself in our broad selection! Celebrate your 18th, 21st, 30th, 40th, or any other birthday - all ages deserve a fun and memorable celebration!