Melbourne’s Eastern Suburbs are fast becoming a very popular destination for Christmas parties. The area holds 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! Find perfect Christmas party venues in Melbourne’s Eastern Suburbs. Make yours an event to remember!
Festive event offers are suitable for family celebrations, company parties, and anything in-between. They usually include venue use, catering, drinks, and additional services such as A/V equipment. Some spaces might even come decorated for the holidays! Christmas deals in Eastern Suburbs offer minimum spend from $3500, or packages between $35 and $130 per person. You'll find options for 45 to 200 guests.
Booking costs 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 $2500 | minimum spend per event |
| From $39 | to $80 | per person |
| From $500 | to $3000 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2026), 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.’
Orchard Terrace at Mercure Melbourne Doncaster
in Eastern Suburbs - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘We had my 50th birthday party at the Orchard Room.’
You'll find Christmas 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 Eastern Suburbs, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):
| Small | up to 55 guests | prices average $1200 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 90 and 110 guests | prices average $2500 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 125 guests | prices average $2000 minimum spend per event |
Based on Tagvenue data (as of September 2026), users looking for Christmas party venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Function Room | prices average $1900 minimum spend per event | typically between 100 and 150 guests |
| Restaurant | prices average $2000 minimum spend per event | typically between 35 and 100 guests |
| Hotel | prices average $1900 minimum spend per event | typically between 50 and 120 guests |
| Dining Room | prices average $900 minimum spend per event | typically between 30 and 60 guests |
| Event Venue | prices average $4000 minimum spend per event | typically between 140 and 150 guests |
Smaller Christmas party venues usually fit up to 55 guests standing. Here are some great options in Eastern Suburbs, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:
Whisky Room and Booths at The Kilburn, rated 5/5 - lounge for 40 guests
Our user said: ‘The room was the perfect size for my 17ish guests. Cocktails are really tasty!’
Terrace at South Warrandyte Function Centre, rated 5/5 - terrace for 30 guests
Our user said: ‘Great quiet location with ample facilities for any major party event.’
The Den - Private Space at Maeve Fox, rated 4.9/5 - function room for 40 guests
Venue said: Downstairs, is a hidden, and fully private, space called The Den. Perfect for those smaller functions such as Hen's & Buck's parties or those wanting to use our built-in karaoke system.
Cheap Christmas party venues in Eastern Suburbs start from $35 per person or $350 hire fee per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
Entire Venue at Governors Hall, from $35 per person
(up to 300 guests standing)
Venue said: Governors Hall offers the perfect event space for up to 300 people in a stand up capacity. Governors Hall is a mix of your local pub, wood fired pizzeria, restaurant, Cafe & ofcourse function space.
Donnie's Room at Doncaster Hotel, from $350 hire fee per event
(up to 100 guests standing)
Venue said: The newly renovated Donnie's Room is perfect for cocktail parties of up to 100 guests. Whether you are hosting a birthday, engagement party, or another milestone event, the room has everything you need for a successful event!
The Springbank Room at Manningham Hotel, from $300 hire fee per day
(up to 100 guests standing)
Venue said: The Springbank Room offers a natural light and the view of the front of the venue thanks to its floor to ceiling windows. The space is equipped with a granite top bar, a dancefloor and it allows different room settings to...
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