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Top Cocktail Reception Venues in Canberra
Cocktail parties are the perfect mix of classy and fun, basically the “best of both worlds” of events. And Canberra makes it easy to pull one off without the stress. You’ll find venues with great drinks menus, cosy corners for chatting, and enough space for mingling without feeling like you’re packed in like sardines. Whether it’s a birthday, work celebration, or just an excuse to get everyone together, these cocktail party venues help you set the tone instantly. Browse through and find a space that feels like the perfect match.
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![Casita Bar at Highball in Canberra Civic Centre]()
from $1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityCasita Bar
80 guestsHighballCanberra Civic CentreThirsty ones may opt for Highball's signature cocktails or take a pick from the wine and beer lists that come from the best selection or even up to the custom-made bar packages that suit their budget and taste. -
![Mosaic Lounge at Ovolo Nishi - Monster Kitchen & Bar in Canberra Civic Centre]()
from $65
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityMosaic Lounge
80 guestsOvolo Nishi - Monster Kitchen & BarCanberra Civic CentreOvolo Nishi - Monster Kitchen & Bar is a restaurant located in New Acton, Canberra. The venue offers a range of private spaces suitable for corporate events, cocktail functions, and private dining. -
![Terrace at Highball in Canberra Civic Centre]()
from $500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityTerrace
40 guestsHighballCanberra Civic CentreHighball Terrace is a perfect location for a party of 4-40 people and also suitable for cocktail parties, birthdays, engagement drinks, team events, and networking sessions. -
![Lounge at Highball in Canberra Civic Centre]()
from $250
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityLounge
25 guestsHighballCanberra Civic CentreHighball has a reputation for its atmosphere that exudes the vibe of tropical haciendas and the fun of rum-soaked cocktail bars. Booking the whole venue means more than just getting a big and multifunctional area; it also -
![The Vault at Molly in Canberra Civic Centre]()
from $500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Vault
55 guestsMollyCanberra Civic CentreThe place has an expert mixologist who specializes in different types of cocktails and whisky and not to mention the very long, polished copper bar where the mixed and blended drinks are served, which also has an extensive -
![Mosaic Room at Ovolo Nishi - Monster Kitchen & Bar in Canberra Civic Centre]()
from $65
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityMosaic Room
80 guestsOvolo Nishi - Monster Kitchen & BarCanberra Civic CentreThe venue offers a range of private spaces suitable for corporate events, cocktail functions, and private dining. Events are supported by catering from Monster Kitchen and Bar, with set delegate packages or custom options -
![Murdoch Room at Hotel Kurrajong Canberra in Canberra]()
from $125
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityMurdoch Room
50 guestsHotel Kurrajong CanberraCanberraIn this most historic of Canberra’s hotels, the echo of the past is never far away. It’s woven into the fabric of the walls, in the grooves of the hand-carved mantel, in the black and white photos that adorn the pavilion -
![Terrazzo Room at Ovolo Nishi - Monster Kitchen & Bar in Canberra Civic Centre]()
from $65
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityTerrazzo Room
180 guestsOvolo Nishi - Monster Kitchen & BarCanberra Civic CentreThe Terrazzo Room is our largest room that can accommodate up to 180 guests. It features a flexible layout, terrazzo floors, warm lighting and lots of natural light. -
![Russell Drysdale Room at Mantra on Northbourne Canberra in Canberra]()
from $800
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityRussell Drysdale Room
50 guestsMantra on Northbourne CanberraCanberraThe Russell Drysdale Room is a flexible and well-equipped space designed to meet the needs of various events. With modern audio-visual facilities and soundproofing, it ensures a focused and professional environment, free -
![The Kurrajong Room at Hotel Kurrajong Canberra in Canberra]()
from $125
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Kurrajong Room
200 guestsHotel Kurrajong CanberraCanberraWe have the facilities to host intimate events, sit-down dinners for 150 guests, or a cocktail party for up to 350 guests. Have your reception under festoon lights in our beautiful garden or invite your guests to share in -
![Ainslie Room at Mantra Macarthur Hotel Canberra in Canberra]()
from $800
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityAinslie Room
50 guestsMantra Macarthur Hotel CanberraCanberraThe Ainslie Room at Mantra MacArthur Hotel is an ideal venue for intimate meetings or medium-sized events. With a capacity of up to 50 guests in a cocktail-style setup, it offers a comfortable and versatile space for various -
![Party Room at Zone Bowling & Timezone Belconnen in Canberra]()
from $35
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityParty Room
60 guestsZone Bowling & Timezone BelconnenCanberraThe party room can accommodate up to 60 guests for birthday parties, company fun days, family activities and other special occasions. The space is air-conditioned, features TV screens and can be decorated to suit the theme
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Booking costs of cocktail party venues average $65 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 Canberra, based on Tagvenue data from July 2026:
| From $50 | to $125 | per person |
| From $800 | to $1700 | hire fee per day |
| From $500 | to $3000 | minimum spend per event |
You'll find cocktail 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 Canberra, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (July 2026):
| Small | up to 50 guests | prices average $800 hire fee per day |
| Medium | between 55 and 90 guests | prices average $1000 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 100 guests | prices average $2400 hire fee per day |
These are the venues within 500 m from central Canberra, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Casita Bar at Highball
on 75 London Circuit - 250 m from centre.
Venue said: Highball has a reputation for its atmosphere that exudes the vibe of tropical haciendas and the fun of rum-soaked cocktail bars. Booking the whole venue means more than just getting a big and multifunctional area; it also... -
The Vault at Molly
on Odgers Lane Wooden Door - 350 m from centre.
Venue said: The Vault comes with a private bar which makes it a perfect place for small parties, and private events, or even providing the setting for corporate events. -
Meeting Rooms at Cliftons Canberra – Moore St
on 10 Moore Street Level 2 - 500 m from centre.
Venue said: With Cliftons, discover adaptable corporate event space in the heart of Canberra. Including fast internet and computer rooms, the venue features a full suite of IT solutions backed by on-site support.
Based on Tagvenue data (as of July 2026), users looking for cocktail party venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Event Space | prices average $2400 hire fee per day | typically between 60 and 150 guests |
| Hotel | prices average $800 hire fee per day | typically around 50 guests |
| Meeting Room | prices average $800 hire fee per day | typically around 50 guests |
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