From Templestowe to Cheltenham, from Ringwood to Gembrook and down to Hampton Park - Melbourne’s Eastern Suburbs are fast becoming a very popular destination for Christmas parties. Organisers in Melbourne are now looking beyond the usual downtown venues because they know that the Eastern Suburbs have plenty to offer party goers; incredible food and drink, great deals and unique venues that you won’t find anywhere else. Here at Tagvenue we’ve rounded up some great suggestions for finding perfect Christmas party venues in Melbourne’s Eastern Suburbs. Make yours an event to remember!
In Eastern Suburbs, prices of Christmas 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 Eastern Suburbs, based on Tagvenue data:
From $1000 | to $2650 | minimum spend per event |
From $35 | to $60 | per person |
From $500 | to $3500 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated August 2025), the best options include:
Entire Venue at Concrete Boots Bar
in Richmond - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘All around a great venue to hire for any event. Hosted my bday here and everything was on point...’
Christmas Parties at The National Hotel
in Richmond - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘The venue was also amazing, really sleek and low-key.’
Private Function Room at The Blacksmith Bar
in Cremorne - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘The organisation of the event made everything easy...’
Here on Tagvenue we have some amazing event spaces which are very budget-friendly. Check out some amazing locations for as little as $20 per person. If you want to hire a venue for free but pay a minimum spend inside the locale, there are also some great options for under $1500. If you’re planning to host an event which will only last a few hours, there are also some great venues for as little as $100 per hour. Make sure to check out all the available options and book a space today! (All data from Tagvenue.com)
If you’re planning a bigger event, you’ll be happy to find out that there are venues big enough to host even up to 1000 guests. However, on average, expect to find spaces big enough for around 100 to 500. When booking the space, make sure that your guests RSVP beforehand so that you don’t end up overpaying for anyone who will not be attending.
Check out our blog articles on some amazing work Christmas party ideas! For example in 15 Entertainment Ideas to Rock Your Corporate Christmas Party in 2022, you will find some great Xmas dress up ideas. In 12 Unique Work Christmas Party Ideas Your Team Will Love, you will find one-of-a-kind themes and venue ideas. We know that sometimes it might be hard to come up with something new and interesting, but once you look through our selection of unique venues on Tagvenue you won’t know what main idea to choose for your event since there are so many!
The Eastern Suburbs hold a wealth of options for Christmas parties, from classy cruises on Port Philips Bay to private ballrooms with exquisite food. There are also funky function rooms in microbreweries with incredible craft beer, golf lessons (and refreshments!) at golf courses, cool vibes at hipster cafes and chilled-out cocktail bars. There’s something for everyone here, the toughest decision for you will be which venue to choose.
Ringwood has the most Christmas party venues in Melbourne’s Eastern Suburbs. There are also a handful of some really great function rooms offered by hotels, restaurants and bars in the area. Following Ringwood are Ferntree Gully and Caulfield, one of which is at a racecourse so you might even go home with a few bucks extra in your pocket rather than the other way around!