Function Venues for Hire in Richmond, Melbourne

Richmond is best known for the Asian grocery stores and restaurants which can be found on Victoria Street, nicknamed “Little Saigon”. This part of the city is also home to many hotels, some of which date back to the 19th century. Some of these Victorian-era buildings have been converted into restaurants, bars and multi-purpose venues for hire.

Function Rooms in Richmond FAQ

Which parts of Richmond are the most popular ones for organising functions?

If you're looking for small or cheap function rooms, your best bet is to start with the bars and restaurants around Swan Street. This major roadway runs the length of Richmond and is where most of the action goes down. Here you’ll find plenty of bars, restaurants and hotels with meeting rooms and corporate facilities. This makes Swan Street a great choice for both corporate functions as well as birthdays and other parties. In this area, you also have the option of a pub-crawl for the die-hards after your event is done. 

On Richmond’s northern border is Victoria Street where you’ll find many of the old Victorian-era hotels converted into event venues. There's a good mix of dining rooms, outdoor spaces and function rooms available for hire there. If you’re planning a business event, you’re in luck, as there are also plenty of corporate venues in the area.

For weddings and other large functions, look at the venues south of Swan on Church Street and at the end of Bridge Street before the Yarra River.

How much does it cost to hire a function venue in Richmond?

It is important to note that with all of these different cost types, rates may be charged per session or for a full day. Also, venues can be contacted directly from our website for clarity on rates and custom package deals.

• The most popular pricing structure for function venues in Richmond is the minimum spend. This type of rate is the most common among bars and restaurants. As long as you meet the minimum spend, there is no charge for the venue hire. In Richmond, expect to pay as little as $250 for smaller venues and up to $10,000+ for larger, more upmarket establishments.
• Many of the hotels and corporate function venues in Richmond offer all-inclusive package deals priced on a per person basis. A typical package may include a custom menu, refreshments and other extras. Packages differ from venue to venue so it’s best to contact your venue manager for details. Prices range from $18 to $75 per person.
• A hire fee is essentially a dry hire rate for a function room within a venue. This is a set fee which may be charged for a session (usually up to 6 hours) or full-day. In some cases, venues will charge a hire fee in combination with a package deal should you require any meals, refreshments or other extras. Hire fees are typically charged for corporate and wedding venues. Prices range from $300 to $3,000 per session or from $160 to $300 per hour. (All data from Tagvenue.)

Can you recommend any function rooms in Richmond, Melbourne?

Yes! According to our guest ratings, these are some of the best function rooms you can find around Richmond:

• Lennox Room at Amora Hotel Riverwalk Melbourne - this small and stylish function space in a hotel is a great choice for meetings and dinners! If you need something with a bigger capacity, this 4.9/5-star rated venue also offers larger rooms for hire.
• White Room at Aviary Hotel - if you’re after a light and airy space which is perfect to celebrate your special occasion, this pub offers just the function room for you! Located mere minutes away from North Richmond Station and rated 4.8/5 stars, this venue has all it takes.
• Ground Floor Bar Area at Two Hands Rooftop Bar - have a relaxed evening partying with friends or colleagues in this vibrant bar! It’s one of Richmond's most unique function venues, with plants filling the room. Our users have rated it 4.8/5 stars, so check out what the fuss is all about by yourself!