Engagement parties are all about celebrating the love between two people and the beginning of their life together. They are also a great opportunity to show off your sense of style by picking the right venue! So why not pick one with Tagvenue? No matter if you’re planning a small affair or something more elaborate, we’ve got a curated list of engagement party venues in South East Melbourne that can help you create an unforgettable evening. So hop on our platform and pick your favourite option today!
In South East Melbourne, prices of engagement party venues average $3000 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 South East Melbourne, based on Tagvenue data from October 2025:
From $1500 | to $4000 | minimum spend per event |
From $300 | to $1541 | hire fee per event |
From $35 | to $65 | per person |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2025), the best options include:
Entire Venue at Her.
in Windsor - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘Great place for an engagement party!’
The Garden at Secret Garden Bar
in St Kilda - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘A beautiful venue with super friendly staff ! We all had a beautiful night and really enjoyed the experience.’
Stunning Rooftop Bar & Lounge at Balaclava Hotel
in South East Melbourne - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘Such a beautiful venue with a great indoor and outdoor space.’
You'll find engagement 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 South East Melbourne, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2025):
Small engagement party venues | up to 80 guests | prices average $1000 minimum spend per event |
Medium engagement party venues | between 120 and 150 guests | prices average $3000 minimum spend per event |
Large engagement party venues | over 170 guests | prices average $3500 minimum spend per event |
Ideally, you should book your first-choice option at least three months before the party. This will give you plenty of time to finalise all the details and make sure everything goes smoothly at your event. Apart from that, starting your venue search early ensures that you’ll have much more options to choose from. This means that you’ll have higher chances of finding a venue that matches your needs and vision.
The truth is that you can find them everywhere! South East Melbourne boasts a fantastic range of event venues - from funky beach clubs and classy restaurants, hip event venues, beer gardens and more. For a magical experience, head over to South Yarra. It is a bustling and upscale neighbourhood filled to the brim with art deco buildings, modern cocktail lounges and diverse bistros which you can find on Toorak Road and Chapel Street. Prahran, a stone’s throw from South Yarra, is also worth checking out for the abundance of stylish bars, nightclubs, hip cafes and multicultural restaurants which you can find on Greville Street. For stunning views of the ocean, head over to St Kilda which is all about fine-dining locales, pubs and live music venues.