The streets around Kensington Street know a thing or two about good food, late nights, and memorable celebrations. Party venues in Chippendale put you close to one of Sydney's most interesting pockets, where converted warehouses, contemporary event spaces, and hidden gems sit side by side. Whether you're planning drinks with friends, a birthday party, or a family event, or a company social, there is no shortage of spaces with personality. Have a look around and see what catches your eye.
Booking costs of party venues average $3000 minimum spend per event. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in Chippendale, based on Tagvenue data from June 2026:
| From $3000 | to $4000 | minimum spend per event |
| From $100 | to $200 | hire fee per hour |
| From $30 | to $59 | per person |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated June 2026), the best options include:
Olio Kensington Street at Olio Kensington Street
in Chippendale - rated 5/5
Venue said: All events deserve a great setting whether you are hosting a corporate lunch or dinner, wedding, engagement party, end of year celebration, milestone birthday, a family gathering or a canapé cocktail celebration.
The Loft at The Dale
in Chippendale - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Location was amazing, the facilities were perfect, the venue manager was amazing couldn’t recommend more...’
Exhibition Space at San Telmo Studio
in Chippendale - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Hellen was super accommodating and helpful with adjusting the space to what we needed. Highly recommend!’
You'll find 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 Chippendale, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (June 2026):
| Small | up to 50 guests | prices average $110 hire fee per hour |
| Medium | between 60 and 80 guests | prices average $3500 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 110 guests | prices average $8000 minimum spend per event |
Based on Tagvenue data (as of June 2026), users looking for party venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Restaurant | prices average $3000 minimum spend per event | typically between 100 and 110 guests |
| Event Space | prices average $3000 minimum spend per event | typically between 60 and 100 guests |
| Cocktail Bar | prices average $4000 minimum spend per event | typically between 65 and 80 guests |
Page last updated in June 2026
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