Exhibition Venues for Hire in Melbourne

The cost of exhibition venues averages around $125 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 Melbourne, based on Tagvenue data:

Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2026), the best options include:

• Artful Yoga Gallery at Artful Gallery in St Kilda - rated 5/5
  Our user said: ‘The space was big and provided room for everyone to have a good time and dance.’

• Gallery at The Motley Bauhaus in Carlton - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘I'd definitely recommend the venue, and I'm hoping we can have future events there too!’

• Photography Studio at Revolver Lane in Prahran - rated 4.7/5
  Our user said: ‘Beautiful venue, perfect for our 1 day workshop. They are also very responsive and location was perfect.’

You'll find exhibition 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 (September 2026):

These are the venues within 400 m from central Melbourne, available to book on Tagvenue:

• Gather Spot at Gather Spot Party Hub on 332 La Trobe Street - 350 m from centre.
  Our user said: ‘Great place for a mid size event, lots of great amenities.’
• Flinders Room at Mantra On Russell Melbourne on 222 Russell Street - 350 m from centre.
  Our user said: ‘Mantra's team was very responsive and accommodating to our team.’
• Chancellor Five at Hotel Grand Chancellor Melbourne on 131 Lonsdale Street - 400 m from centre.
  Our user said: ‘Great location and room was set up exactly how we wanted it. Food was great. Very happy with the day...’

Based on Tagvenue data (as of September 2026), users looking for exhibition venues most commonly go for these venue types:

Smaller exhibition venues usually fit up to 60 guests standing. Here are some great options in Melbourne, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:

• Event Space at LIMCO - creative space for 30 guests
  Venue said: In soft white tones, the space feels open and unencumbered. The mirrored wall invites light and movement and near the entrance, a small, thoughtfully placed seating nook opens to the outdoors.

• Creative Space at Creative Creatures Studios - creative space for 30 guests
  Venue said: A flexible and intimate creative space in Yarraville, suitable for small productions, photoshoots, workshops, rehearsals, events and private gatherings of up to 25 people.

• Light-filled versatile front at Shop Front - pop up shop for 25 guests
  Venue said: We also have a large monitor for presentations or promotional videos. There are hanging racks that cannot be removed. Great for a pop-up shop, exhibition, workshop or event for up to 25 people.

Cheap exhibition venues in Melbourne start from $220 hire fee per event or $80 hire fee per hour. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:

• Photography Studio at Revolver Lane, from $220 hire fee per event (up to 10 guests standing)
  Our user said: ‘Beautiful venue, perfect for our 1 day workshop. They are also very responsive and location was perfect.’

• Warehouse Space at Mud + Flame Studio, from $80 hire fee per hour (up to 30 guests standing)
  Venue said: Welcome to our open warehouse space, a dynamic and inviting environment crafted to accommodate gatherings of up to 12 people comfortably, with flexibility for additional arrangements.

• Creative Space at Creative Creatures Studios, from $350 hire fee per day (up to 30 guests standing)
  Venue said: Located approximately 15 minutes from Melbourne’s CBD, with plenty of free all-day parking nearby. Accommodation rooms may also be available upon request.

Exhibition spaces are venues designed to accommodate events such as trade or industry shows, as well as public gatherings. These versatile spaces can serve as platforms to exhibit products, services, and information from companies or organisations. Additionally, they are used to showcase shows or exhibits from local businesses or artisans. 

Generally they share a few common characteristics such as a large open space that can accommodate displays and services such as WiFi and on-site staff. Larger exhibition venues will usually offer logistical elements as well, such as kitchens or concession areas, and sometimes loading docks or freight elevators.