Pop Up Spaces for Hire in Melbourne

The cost of pop up spaces averages around $100 hire fee per hour. 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:

Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2026), the best options include:

• Event Space at Claw Creative in Fitzroy - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘The venue is truly such a gem: well priced, well maintained/presented, central, etc.’

• Photography Studio at Revolver Lane in Prahran - rated 4.7/5
  Our user said: ‘Beautiful venue, perfect for our 1 day workshop. They are also very responsive and location was perfect.’

• Warehouse 21 at The Cluster in Melbourne CBD - rated 4.7/5
  Our user said: ‘People commented on the nice space upon arrival and felt relaxed about the morning workshop.’

You'll find pop up spaces 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 (October 2026):

These are the venues within 400 m from central Melbourne, available to book on Tagvenue:

• Entire Venue at The Toff on 252 Swanston Street - 150 m from centre.
  Our user said: ‘Fantastic staff that were totally amazing & a perfect place to have a 30th birthday. The food was so yummy.’
• Rustic Loft at CBD on 8 Rankins Lane Level 2 - 350 m from centre.
  Our user said: ‘Great studio, ideal location, and easy communication. Highly recommended!’
• Chancellor Six at Hotel Grand Chancellor Melbourne on 131 Lonsdale Street - 400 m from centre.
  Our user said: ‘Great location and room was set up exactly how we wanted it. Food was great. Very happy with the day...’

Smaller pop up spaces usually fit up to 30 guests standing. Here are some great options in Melbourne, based on Tagvenue data as of October 2026:

• Co-working Studio (3 x 3m) at Artful Gallery, rated 5/5 - art studio for 5 guests
  Our user said: ‘The space was big and provided room for everyone to have a good time and dance.’

• Apartment 26 at Anton Venoir Interiors, rated 4.9/5 - apartment for 30 guests
  Our user said: ‘So grateful to have been able to use this gorgeous space for our photoshoot and can't wait to use it again!’

• Pool Room at Inspire9, rated 5/5 - training room for 20 guests
  Our user said: ‘Privacy and quiet room. Recommend highly and will be back because also dog friendly :)...’

Cheap pop up spaces in Melbourne start from $450 hire fee per day or $220 hire fee per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of October 2026:

• Light-filled versatile front at Shop Front, from $450 hire fee per day (up to 25 guests standing)
  Venue said: Light-filled versatile front is a semi-private Pop Up Shop within Shop Front that benefits from abundant natural light, keeping the front area bright and visible.

• Photography Studio at Revolver Lane, from $220 hire fee per event (up to 10 guests standing)
  Our user said: ‘Beautiful venue, perfect for our 1 day workshop. They are also very responsive and location was perfect.’

• Dance Floor at Lux Studio, from $50 hire fee per hour (up to 50 guests standing)
  Our user said: ‘Lux Studio was so easy to book and the location and facilities are fantastic...’

Are planning to organise a retail pop up event, but still aren’t sure how to go about it? Well, the beauty of pop-up spaces in Melbourne is their versatility! They can be transformed to host a wide range of events. Here are a few popular options:

• Retail & Product Shops - You can showcase new collections, seasonal products, or limited-edition items. 
• Sample Sales - Offer discounted merchandise to clear stock or generate excitement for a new brand.
• Marketplaces - Bring local artisans, designers, or independent businesses together for a curated shopping experience.
• Product Demonstrations & Workshops - These hands-on experiences allow customers to interact with your products and learn about their features.

For a successful food and beverage pop-up space in Melbourne, consider diverse venues such as restaurants, commercial kitchens, parks, markets, galleries, warehouses, and mobile units like food trucks. Here are some event options to consider:

• Pop-Up Restaurants - Are you a celebrity chef? Or are you simply passionate about introducing new culinary concepts or showcasing a specific cuisine. 
• Degustation Dinners - Offer exclusive multi-course dining experiences with curated menus.
• Food Truck Gatherings - Organise a gathering of popular food trucks for a vibrant food market atmosphere.
• Culinary Tasting Events - Host tastings of specialty foods, pastries, coffees, teas, or other foods.

Always check with the local council about legal requirements before booking your pop-up space. You don't need a licence if you serve pre-packaged, commercially prepared, shelf-stable foods that don't require further preparation or heating. However, you will need a food preparation licence from the local council to operate a pop-up stall selling or serving prepared food. You may also be required to complete an introductory food safety course approved by the council.