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Top Outdoor Event Spaces in Melbourne CBD
Melbourne CBD is a fantastic choice for outdoor venues, offering a mix of city life and natural beauty. Explore spaces around key landmarks such as Federation Square, the Royal Botanic Gardens, and along the Yarra River. Enjoy the lively atmosphere of Southbank or the historic charm of the laneways with spaces perfect for corporate events, weddings, or birthday parties. Melbourne's nice weather also makes it suitable for outdoor events all year. Use Tagvenue to find the best spot for your event and enjoy Melbourne's mix of city and green spaces.
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![Lonsdale St at Father's Office in Melbourne CBD]()
from $45
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityLonsdale St
100 guestsFather's OfficeMelbourne CBDRRosie N.
“Great venue, booking was easy and Steph very helpful” -
![Courtyard at Stone & Chalk Melbourne in Melbourne CBD]()
from $2900
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityCourtyard
150 guestsStone & Chalk MelbourneMelbourne CBDAt Stone & Chalk, we can bring your events to life, whether you’re looking for expert support to turn your idea into a reality or just the right space to activate your event. -
![Balcony at The Carlton Club Hotel in Melbourne CBD]()
from $500
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityBalcony
80 guestsThe Carlton Club HotelMelbourne CBDCosy up in a private booth or soak up the atmosphere under the night sky on the lush outdoor balcony. Open five nights a week until late, and showcasing Melbourne’s coolest DJs four nights a week, it’s the perfect spot for -
![Horses & Hounds at Pullman Melbourne City Centre in Melbourne CBD]()
from $2000
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityHorses & Hounds
50 guestsPullman Melbourne City CentreMelbourne CBDJJasmine A.
“Beautiful space for corporate events, food was amazing and so was service.” -
![Outside Area at Grill Steak Seafood in Melbourne CBD]()
from $35
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityOutside Area
20 guestsGrill Steak SeafoodMelbourne CBDSituated in the heart of Melbourne CBD, take a seat on the iconic Hardware lane while you enjoy live music and a lively atmosphere. Our outdoor space will allow you to enjoy the city while relaxing with our most delicious -
![The Rooftop at The Emerald Peacock in Melbourne CBD]()
from $21
per person / per dayCheck availabilityThe Rooftop
220 guestsThe Emerald PeacockMelbourne CBD
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DDonny N.
“Everything went smoothly, I booked a rooftop section with mixed standing and sitting.” -
![Blossom Rooftop Bar at Pullman Melbourne City Centre in Melbourne CBD]()
from $4000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityBlossom Rooftop Bar
200 guestsPullman Melbourne City CentreMelbourne CBDAAnna
“Event staff went above and beyond. From my various requests to helping with the cake on arrival.” -
![Rooftop at The Metropolitan Hotel in Melbourne CBD]()
from $3000
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityRooftop
195 guestsThe Metropolitan HotelMelbourne CBDThe Metropolitan Hotel rooftop area provides a comfortable space that visitors can access from the building's stairwell. The terrace provides an outdoor dining space – great to enjoy light snacks, local wines, and signature -
![Hasti Bala and Deck Bar at The Carlton Club Hotel in Melbourne CBD]()
from $1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityHasti Bala and Deck Bar
250 guestsThe Carlton Club HotelMelbourne CBDHasti Bala is the Carlton Club's notorious Jungle themed function space, with plush booths, eclectic decor and its very own life sized elephant. Jump inside the dancing cage and boogie the night away to the Carlton's coolest -
![Beer Garden at The Mint Bar & Restaurant in Melbourne CBD]()
from $2000
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityBeer Garden
80 guestsThe Mint Bar & RestaurantMelbourne CBDEErin &.
“Lots of communication prior to the event to determine our preferences and how the night would work.” -
![Fern's Garden at Hotel Indigo Melbourne Little Collins by IHG in Melbourne CBD]()
from $99
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityFern's Garden
120 guestsHotel Indigo Melbourne Little Collins by IHGMelbourne CBDFern’s Garden is an outdoor courtyard with a mix of lounge seating and dining tables. It can host cocktail events for up to 120 guests and provides an open-air setting with landscaped greenery. -
![Rooftop Bar at Young & Jacksons in Melbourne CBD]()
from $25
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityRooftop Bar
75 guestsYoung & JacksonsMelbourne CBDMMyra B.
“I would recommend booking Y&J for your event. The staff were lovely and really helpful.”
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The cost of outdoor venues averages around $3500 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 CBD, based on Tagvenue data from June 2026:
| From $1500 | to $5500 | minimum spend per event |
| From $25 | to $99 | per person |
| From $110 | to $1240 | hire fee per hour |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated June 2026), the best options include:
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Horses & Hounds at Pullman Melbourne City Centre in Melbourne CBD - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Event staff went above and beyond. From my various requests to helping with the cake on arrival.’ -
Beer Garden at The Mint Bar & Restaurant in Melbourne CBD - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘It was truly great to have the entire venue to ourselves!!! .’ -
The Rooftop at The Emerald Peacock in Melbourne CBD - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Everything about the venue was spot on!’
You'll find outdoor 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 CBD, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (June 2026):
| Small | up to 50 guests | prices average $2000 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 85 and 120 guests | prices average $6500 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 165 guests | prices average $4000 minimum spend per event |
Based on Tagvenue data (as of June 2026), users looking for outdoor venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Restaurant | prices average $6500 minimum spend per event | typically between 20 and 120 guests |
| Hotel | prices average $3000 minimum spend per event | typically between 50 and 120 guests |
| Rooftop | prices average $4000 minimum spend per event | typically between 90 and 195 guests |
| Outdoor Space | prices average $2000 minimum spend per event | typically between 50 and 100 guests |
| Bar | prices average $1000 minimum spend per event | typically between 90 and 200 guests |
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