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 averages around $2000 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 June 2026:
| From $1000 | to $3000 | minimum spend per event |
| From $33 | to $65 | per person |
| From $200 | to $1500 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated June 2026), 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.’
Rooftop Indoors at Two Hands Rooftop Bar
in Abbotsford - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘Nice open windows, nice space with disco lights and speakers available...’
Stunning Rooftop Bar & Lounge at Balaclava Hotel
in South East Melbourne - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘Has a lift which was excellent for accessibility and good open space around the bar.’
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 (June 2026):
| Small | up to 60 guests | prices average $1000 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 70 and 100 guests | prices average $2000 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 100 guests | prices average $3000 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 200 m from central Melbourne, available to book on Tagvenue:
Based on Tagvenue data (as of June 2026), users looking for outdoor party venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Rooftop | prices average $2500 minimum spend per event | typically between 75 and 195 guests |
| Bar | prices average $1000 minimum spend per event | typically between 60 and 130 guests |
| Terrace | prices average $2000 minimum spend per event | typically between 40 and 100 guests |
| Garden | prices average $1500 minimum spend per event | typically between 60 and 150 guests |
| Outdoor Space | prices average $500 minimum spend per event | typically between 40 and 85 guests |
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!
Page last updated in June 2026
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