Discover the best cocktail party venues Southbank has to offer, and make your event a night to remember. We offer listings of an impressive selection of venues ready to suit your preferences – from private lounges with cocktail mixologists near the Crown Melbourne for a birthday to spacious event halls close to the Australian Centre for Contemporary Art for a formal reception. Book the best space for your occasion and throw a memorable cocktail soiree!
Booking costs of cocktail party venues average $4500 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 Southbank, based on Tagvenue data from December 2025:
| From $2500 | to $8000 | minimum spend per event |
| From $60 | to $110 | per person |
| From $1500 | to $3400 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated December 2025), the best options include:
Bar Terrace at BearBrass
in Southbank - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘Venue was great and location was easily accessible to all guests.’
Side Terrace at Ludlow Bar
in Southbank - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘The team was fantastic from planning to service and execution on the day.’
River Terrace at Hophaus
in Southbank - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Good lovely food with a varied Menu and complete bar.’
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 Southbank, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (December 2025):
| Small | up to 50 guests | prices average $2000 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 60 and 100 guests | prices average $4000 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 135 guests | prices average $10000 minimum spend per event |
Page last updated in December 2025
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