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Top Christmas Venues in Yarra Valley
Forget the usual Christmas party routine—Yarra Valley’s venues take festive celebrations to another level. Picture a private estate where guests dine under cathedral ceilings before spilling out onto garden terraces with views stretching for miles. Or a hidden space designed for the unexpected—moody lighting, velvet booths, and a cocktail menu that refuses to play it safe. Take over a winery where long tables are lined with chargrilled feasts and bottles uncorked straight from the cellar. Wherever you choose, this won’t be just another end-of-year party—it’ll be the one people actually talk about next year. Check out our selection of the hottest Yarra Valley Christmas party venues!
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![Half Function Room at Commercial Hotel South Morang in Melbourne, Yarra Valley]()
from $300
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityHalf Function Room
120 guestsCommercial Hotel South MorangMelbourne, Yarra ValleyMMerolyn T.
“Great value for money. So much private space. Venue coordinator touched base throughout event.” -
![Event Space at The Alibi in Melbourne, Yarra Valley]()
from $3000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityEvent Space
350 guestsThe AlibiMelbourne, Yarra ValleyThe Alibi is a newly built, modern and open-plan venue that caters for cocktail style, birthdays, engagements, weddings and corporate events (Christmas parties). -
![Garfields at Ferntree Gully Hotel in Melbourne, Yarra Valley]()
from $400
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityGarfields
220 guestsFerntree Gully HotelMelbourne, Yarra ValleyCChristie H.
“Great space for a party, service was excellent” -
![Alfresco Area at Olinda Tea House in Melbourne, Yarra Valley]()
from $1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityAlfresco Area
60 guestsOlinda Tea HouseMelbourne, Yarra Valley
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RRaelene
“Responsive, accommodating, no hidden charges, good food” -
![Terrace at South Warrandyte Function Centre in Melbourne, Yarra Valley]()
from $100
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityTerrace
30 guestsSouth Warrandyte Function CentreMelbourne, Yarra ValleySShane C.
“Great quiet location with ample facilities for any major party event.” -
![Olinda Tea House at Olinda Tea House in Melbourne, Yarra Valley]()
from $8900
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityOlinda Tea House
200 guestsOlinda Tea HouseMelbourne, Yarra Valley
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PPunsara E.
“Great food & drinks. Beautiful location.” -
![Tabu Room at York On Lilydale in Melbourne, Yarra Valley]()
from $30
per personCheck availabilityTabu Room
120 guestsYork On LilydaleMelbourne, Yarra ValleyTabu Room is a Function Room in York On Lilydale presenting an open-plan, pub-style private event space defined by a long rectangular layout and clear central circulation. -
![Private Room - Top Floor at Slices Doreen in Melbourne, Yarra Valley]()
from $55
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityPrivate Room - Top Floor
40 guestsSlices DoreenMelbourne, Yarra ValleyAAleisha J.
“The set up was exactly what we needed and the view was perfect. staff were lovely and very accommodating” -
![Cognoscenti Food & Wine at Cognoscenti Food & Wine in Melbourne, Yarra Valley]()
from $1500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityCognoscenti Food & Wine
50 guestsCognoscenti Food & WineMelbourne, Yarra ValleyThe highlight of Cognoscenti is its expansive space, featuring a main dining area, front room with a bar, and an outdoor deck overlooking. The restaurant exudes warmth with wooden features, and soft lighting, providing a -
![The Band Room at Sooki Lounge in Melbourne, Yarra Valley]()
from $2500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Band Room
300 guestsSooki LoungeMelbourne, Yarra ValleyOur Bandroom is perfect for larger corporate events and activations. AV capabilities, a separate bar, private bathrooms and entrance, plus various seating options, this versatile space can be customised to suit your bespoke -
![Courtyard at Bayswater Hotel in Melbourne, Yarra Valley]()
from $1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityCourtyard
150 guestsBayswater HotelMelbourne, Yarra ValleyThe Courtyard can be hired as a standalone space, or as an add-on to the Corner Bar. There is space for up to 150 people standing in The Courtyard, with access to the public bar for beverages. -
![Anderson Room at Churchill-Waverley Golf & Bowls Club in Melbourne, Yarra Valley]()
from $34
per person / per morningCheck availabilityAnderson Room
80 guestsChurchill-Waverley Golf & Bowls ClubMelbourne, Yarra ValleyJJeigh T.
“Communication with staff, organization on the day, buffet catering”
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FAQs about Top Christmas Venues in Yarra Valley
Booking costs of Christmas party venues average $45 per person. 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 Yarra Valley, based on Tagvenue data:
| From $35 | to $80 | per person |
| From $1000 | to $2500 | minimum spend per event |
| From $300 | to $800 | hire fee per event |
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 Yarra Valley, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):
| Small | up to 60 guests | prices average $1000 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 85 and 120 guests | prices average $2000 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 135 guests | prices average $400 hire fee per event |
Based on Tagvenue data (as of September 2026), users looking for Christmas party venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Restaurant | prices average $7000 minimum spend per event | typically between 55 and 100 guests |
| Function Room | prices average $400 hire fee per event | typically between 100 and 200 guests |
| Event Venue | prices average $8900 minimum spend per event | typically between 85 and 270 guests |
| Hotel | prices average $400 hire fee per event | typically between 75 and 150 guests |
Smaller Christmas party venues usually fit up to 60 guests standing. Here are some great options in Yarra Valley, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:
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Function Room at Olinda Tea House, rated 4.8/5 - function room for 60 guests
Venue said: The restaurant supplies in-house catering and bar service and can reconfigure the space for seated dining or standing receptions. Ideal for: Private groups and small corporate teams seeking a polished seated dinner or a relaxed, -
The Lounge at Bayswater Hotel - lounge for 40 guests
Venue said: The Lounge is a private lounge in the Bayswater Hotel that provides a semi-private seating area separated from the main bar by a decorative partition. Design: The Lounge has pale walls, brass wall sconces and recessed ceiling... -
Beer Garden (Half) at The Sporting Globe Chirnside Park - terrace for 50 guests
Venue said: Choose between an open-air event or an indoor one with the versatile space. Includes a private bar, audio & visual fitout with a big screen & multiple TV screens, entertainment space for DJ/musician & close access to toilets.
Cheap Christmas party venues in Yarra Valley start from $1000 minimum spend per event or $100 hire fee per hour. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
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Alfresco Area at Olinda Tea House, from $1000 minimum spend per event (up to 60 guests standing)
Venue said: What guests say: The space is peaceful and elegant amid forested surroundings. The gazebo area remains comfortable in cool weather thanks to available heating. -
Terrace at South Warrandyte Function Centre, from $100 hire fee per hour (up to 30 guests standing)
Venue said: The South Warrandyte Function Centre is a light-filled space in the heart of South Warrandyte with access to a large private balcony overlooking the natural wonders of Warrandyte and the Yarra River basin. -
Anderson Room at Churchill-Waverley Golf & Bowls Club, from $34 per person (up to 80 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘Communication with staff, organization on the day, buffet catering...’
Page last updated in September 2026
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