Summer is here at last, and there's nothing better than spending it outdoors with family and friends. Life’s too short to be indoors all the time! So why not throw an awesome party in one of the city’s best outdoor spaces and leave everyone wishing for more? Here on Tagvenue, we’ve curated a list of the best outdoor party venues in Melbourne that you can book hassle-free according to your style and budget! Save yourself time and effort and book the right venue online with us today!
The cost of outdoor party venues in Melbourne averages around $2500 minimum spend per event. 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 September 2025:
From $1500 | to $5000 | minimum spend per event |
From $35 | to $80 | per person |
From $1000 | to $1750 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2025), the best options include:
The Sundeck Function Space at The Purple Emerald Lounge Bar
in Northcote - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘We held our daughter’s 21st Birthday party on the sun deck. Perfect space for us.’
Deck 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.’
Tower Terrace at Mercure Melbourne Doncaster
in Eastern Suburbs - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘Everything was perfect. We had my 50th birthday party at the Orchard Room.’
You'll find outdoor 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 Melbourne, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2025):
Small outdoor party venues | up to 50 guests | prices average $1500 minimum spend per event |
Medium outdoor party venues | between 60 and 80 guests | prices average $4000 minimum spend per event |
Large outdoor party venues | over 110 guests | prices average $3250 minimum spend per event |
The best time to book a venue falls anywhere from 3 months to 2 weeks. But we highly suggest starting your search as soon as you’ve agreed on the elements such as a budget, guest number and date to have the best venues available for hire and enjoy the list of offers.
In a city like Melbourne where the weather is fantastic all year round, there’s a great array of outdoor spaces you can choose from! Discover great rooftop bars in close distance from Melbourne Central as well as restaurants with adjoining patios, beer gardens, and terraces with sweeping views of the city. And they’re all ready to be hired on Tagvenue! So take the plunge and discover your favourite one today!