Hosting a community event in Melbourne? Check out well-loved community halls in South East Melbourne that locals swear by. Choose from lively clubhouses, function spaces, blank canvas halls, and more, for workshops, retreats, meetings and everything in between. From affordable hourly rates to convenient day hires, these community spaces are known for hosting joyful and fun-filled gatherings. Sounds like something you’re looking for? Then, go explore our curated listings for free, pick your favourite, and book hassle-free!
The cost of community halls averages around $60 hire fee per hour. The final price will depend on location, size, amenities, and demand. Some venues also offer additional packages that include catering, AV equipment, or additional services. Take a look at the usual price ranges in South East Melbourne, based on Tagvenue data from April 2026:
| From $27 | to $120 | hire fee per hour |
| From $600 | to $800 | hire fee per day |
| From $1650 | to $3500 | minimum spend per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated April 2026), the best options include:
Quaker Centre at Victoria Quaker Centre
in West Melbourne - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘definitely will hire again. Complete and functional kitchen facility.’
Auditorium at The Angliss Conference Centre
in Melbourne CBD - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘A lovely, light-filled room in a convenient location, with all the amenities you need for a great workshop!’
Sue Healy Room at Ross House
in Melbourne CBD - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Excellent venue. We'll definitely use it again for other events.’
You'll find community halls 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 South East Melbourne, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (April 2026):
| Small | up to 15 guests | prices average $60 hire fee per hour |
| Medium | between 30 and 60 guests | prices average $120 hire fee per hour |
| Large | over 70 guests | prices average $800 hire fee per day |
Page last updated in April 2026
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