The 16 Best Exhibition Venues for Hire in Melbourne

Q: How much does it cost to book exhibiton spaces in Melbourne?

The cost of exhibition venues averages around $100 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 from May 2026: - From $77 to $150 hire fee per hour - From $1665 to $7000 minimum spend per event - From $500 to $2000 hire fee per day

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to book exhibiton spaces in Melbourne?

The cost of exhibition venues averages around $100 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 from May 2026:

Prices of exhibition venues in Melbourne
From $77	to $150	hire fee per hour
From $1665	to $7000	minimum spend per event
From $500	to $2000	hire fee per day

What are the top venues for exhibitions available in Melbourne?

Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated May 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 4.8/5
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.’

What are the typical capacities of exhibition locations in Melbourne?

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 (May 2026):

Small	up to 50 guests	prices average $89 hire fee per hour
Medium	between 100 and 200 guests	prices average $132 hire fee per hour
Large	over 250 guests	prices average $7000 minimum spend per event

What are some exhibiton spaces close to Melbourne CBD?

These are the venues within 550 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.’
Whole Venue BYO bar karaoke at 215 Queen's on 215 Queen Street - 450 m from centre.
Our user said: ‘The song selection is solid, the setup is easy, and once a few people start singing, the whole place picks up.’
Event Space at Evoqe Events on 123 Queen Street - 550 m from centre.
Venue said: We exist in the space that crosses glamour and sin; where glossy glamour collides with modern mischief, flourishing in an ambience where every night feels like the morning-after was worth it.

What are some popular types of exhibition locations in Melbourne?

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

Gallery	prices average $170 hire fee per hour	typically between 25 and 200 guests
Event Space	prices average $100 hire fee per hour	typically between 50 and 200 guests
Warehouse	prices average $10000 hire fee per event	typically between 70 and 200 guests
Creative Space	prices average $120 hire fee per hour	typically between 15 and 40 guests
Art Studio	prices average $124 hire fee per hour	typically between 5 and 30 guests

What are exhibition venues?

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.