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Top Dinner and Dance Spaces in Melbourne
Laneways hide some of the best nights out, and your event should be one of them. Dinner and dance venues in Melbourne bring chic warehouses, rooftop bars, and private dining rooms into focus for evenings that evolve naturally. With shared tables, great food, and a smooth shift into music that keeps guests on their feet, the atmosphere builds as the night goes on, with guests lingering, dancing, and making the most of every moment. Lock in a space that keeps your celebration moving.
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![Cocktail Bar at La Di Da in Melbourne CBD]()
from $1500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityCocktail Bar
35 guestsLa Di DaMelbourne CBDSSera D.
“Perfect for a 50th birthday for people who love to dance. The hostess Renae was a delight!” -
![Whole Venue Hire at Aunty Kim's in Collingwood, Melbourne]()
from $4000
minimum spend / per afternoonCheck availabilityWhole Venue Hire
72 guestsAunty Kim'sCollingwood, MelbourneVVery I.
“The staff, the food, the event space was all we hoped it would be.” -
![Unique Heritage Ballroom at Fringe Common Rooms in Carlton, Melbourne]()
from $1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityUnique Heritage Ballroom
114 guestsFringe Common RoomsCarlton, MelbourneJJordan F.
“The room already has a stage/professional lighting rig/sound system and private bar in the room.” -
![White Room at Aviary Hotel in Richmond, Melbourne]()
from $2500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityWhite Room
35 guestsAviary HotelRichmond, MelbourneSSean H.
“I booked the entire event from NYC without ever having visited the Aviary and I was thrilled with my choice.” -
![The Den at The George on Collins in Melbourne CBD]()
from $1500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Den
24 guestsThe George on CollinsMelbourne CBDFFarah S.
“Perfect events manager. I felt really special throughout the process. Event space was perfect!!” -
![Private Function Room at The Blacksmith Bar in Cremorne, Melbourne]()
from $2500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityPrivate Function Room
100 guestsThe Blacksmith BarCremorne, MelbourneNNicholas J.
“It was so easy to book and prepare and they made me feel like everything was easy at literally every turn.” -
![Cocktail Bar at Seamstress Restaurant & Bar in Melbourne CBD]()
from $35
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityCocktail Bar
50 guestsSeamstress Restaurant & BarMelbourne CBD
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LLauren T.
“If you want a venue that has a great vide and staff to match, you won't be disappointed with Seamstress.” -
![Entire Venue at Frontside Food & Wine in Port Melbourne]()
from $3000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
50 guestsFrontside Food & WinePort MelbourneCCaitlyn H.
“Its a beautiful venue and I got so many compliments from my guests on the whole evening.” -
![Southern Point Room at Eureka 89 in Southbank, Melbourne]()
from $4000
minimum spend / per morningCheck availabilitySouthern Point Room
50 guestsEureka 89Southbank, MelbournePPriscila R.
“Great location - beautiful views of Melbourne. Staff was friendly and professional.” -
![The Cellar at The George on Collins in Melbourne CBD]()
from $2500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Cellar
45 guestsThe George on CollinsMelbourne CBDEEmily T.
“Such a beautiful venue for a function.” -
![Upstairs Private Room at Rice Paper Scissors Fitzroy in Fitzroy, Melbourne]()
from $1500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityUpstairs Private Room
30 guestsRice Paper Scissors FitzroyFitzroy, Melbourne
#Supervenue
KKaren B.
“Everything. The welcome drinks were delicious as was the food.” -
![Private Dining Room at Aunty Kim's in Collingwood, Melbourne]()
from $2750
minimum spend / per afternoonCheck availabilityPrivate Dining Room
36 guestsAunty Kim'sCollingwood, MelbourneCChristian F.
“Staff are incredibly helpful, the venue itself is beautiful and the food was amazing”
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Frequently Asked Questions
Booking costs of dinner and dance venues average $2500 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 Melbourne, based on Tagvenue data from May 2026:
| From $1150 | to $3500 | minimum spend per event |
| From $45 | to $98 | per person |
| From $400 | to $1000 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated May 2026), the best options include:
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Unique Heritage Ballroom at Fringe Common Rooms in Carlton - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘Not having to BYO sound and lighting equipment saves SO MUCH time and money.’ -
Cocktail Bar at La Di Da in Melbourne CBD - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Perfect for a 50th birthday for people who love to dance.’ -
Whole Venue Hire at Aunty Kim's in Collingwood - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Incredible venue, food, service - the whole experience. Thank you!’
You'll find dinner and dance 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 Melbourne, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (May 2026):
| Small | up to 50 guests | prices average $1500 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 80 and 110 guests | prices average $2500 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 150 guests | prices average $4000 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 400 m from central Melbourne, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Cocktail Bar at Cookie
on 252 Swanston Street - 150 m from centre.
Our user said: ‘Friendly and helpful staff on the night. Excellent and plentiful food and drinks. Great atmosphere.’ -
Blossom Rooftop Bar at Pullman Melbourne City Centre
on 265 Little Bourke Street - 200 m from centre.
Our user said: ‘Event staff went above and beyond.’ -
Causeway One & Two at Holiday Inn Melbourne Bourke Street Mall
on 296 Little Collins Street - 400 m from centre.
Venue said: Holiday Inn Melbourne Bourke Street Mall is a modern hotel located in central Melbourne. It features an open lobby with contemporary social spaces and is within walking distance of major shopping, restaurants, and key attractions...
Based on Tagvenue data (as of May 2026), users looking for dinner and dance venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Restaurant | prices average $2000 minimum spend per event | typically between 40 and 100 guests |
| Function Room | prices average $2500 minimum spend per event | typically between 80 and 150 guests |
| Dining Room | prices average $2000 minimum spend per event | typically between 20 and 70 guests |
| Event Venue | prices average $2775 minimum spend per event | typically between 250 and 800 guests |
| Hotel | prices average $1000 minimum spend per event | typically between 25 and 200 guests |
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Page last updated in May 2026
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