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Top Bar Venues in Canberra
From the cosy whisky dens in Braddon to rooftop lounges with views of Lake Burley Griffin, private bars in Canberra know how to keep things classy and casual. Bunda Street’s got the after-work crowd covered, while Kingston serves up polished hideaways perfect for birthdays, reunions and celebrations that call for something a bit more special. Ready to book a bar with great drinks, zero pretence, and bartenders who know your order after round two? Keep scrolling and find the perfect spot.
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![The Vault at Molly in Canberra Civic Centre]()
from $500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Vault
55 guestsMollyCanberra Civic CentreThe astonishing area, which was one of the active bank vaults, has been changed to a classy private bar full of splendidness. The guests are welcomed by a wooden staircase and step into a room that is enveloped by 4-meter -
![Casita Bar at Highball in Canberra Civic Centre]()
from $1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityCasita Bar
80 guestsHighballCanberra Civic CentreThe Casita Bar is undoubtedly the best private venue for events in Highball - a hidden paradise among the trees that has its own exclusive bar and direct access to the terrace overlooking London Circuit and City Hill. -
![Terrace at Highball in Canberra Civic Centre]()
from $500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityTerrace
40 guestsHighballCanberra Civic CentreHighball has a reputation for its atmosphere that exudes the vibe of tropical haciendas and the fun of rum-soaked cocktail bars. Booking the whole venue means more than just getting a big and multifunctional area; it also -
![Lounge at Highball in Canberra Civic Centre]()
from $250
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityLounge
25 guestsHighballCanberra Civic CentreLocated within Highball in the heart of Canberra City, The Lounge is a flexible and inviting space, perfect for your next social event. Featuring plush green velvet bench seating, low circular tables, and surrounded by lush -
![Mosaic Lounge at Ovolo Nishi - Monster Kitchen & Bar in Canberra Civic Centre]()
from $65
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityMosaic Lounge
80 guestsOvolo Nishi - Monster Kitchen & BarCanberra Civic CentreOvolo Nishi - Monster Kitchen & Bar is a restaurant located in New Acton, Canberra. The venue offers a range of private spaces suitable for corporate events, cocktail functions, and private dining. -
![Mosaic Room at Ovolo Nishi - Monster Kitchen & Bar in Canberra Civic Centre]()
from $65
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityMosaic Room
80 guestsOvolo Nishi - Monster Kitchen & BarCanberra Civic CentreThe venue offers a range of private spaces suitable for corporate events, cocktail functions, and private dining. Events are supported by catering from Monster Kitchen and Bar, with set delegate packages or custom options -
![Terrazzo Room at Ovolo Nishi - Monster Kitchen & Bar in Canberra Civic Centre]()
from $65
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityTerrazzo Room
180 guestsOvolo Nishi - Monster Kitchen & BarCanberra Civic CentreThe Terrazzo Room is our largest room that can accommodate up to 180 guests. It features a flexible layout, terrazzo floors, warm lighting and lots of natural light. -
![Turner Room at Mantra Macarthur Hotel Canberra in Canberra]()
from $1700
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityTurner Room
100 guestsMantra Macarthur Hotel CanberraCanberraThe Turner Room at Mantra MacArthur Hotel is the largest event space, offering versatility for a range of functions. It can comfortably accommodate up to 100 guests in a cocktail-style setup, making it ideal for larger meetings, -
![Exclusive hire at Kingpin Canberra in Canberra Civic Centre]()
from $7000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityExclusive hire
600 guestsKingpin CanberraCanberra Civic CentreLocated within the heart of the Canberra CBD, guests can look forward to a multi-attraction event, with fully licensed bars, function space, escape rooms, karaoke, and of course premium bowling lanes. -
![Entire Venue at Zone Bowling & Timezone Belconnen in Canberra]()
from $35
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
440 guestsZone Bowling & Timezone BelconnenCanberraThe venue has a capacity of up to 440 people and is perfect for unique birthday celebrations, children's parties, company activity days, family gatherings and similar events. -
![Room 300 at Kingpin Canberra in Canberra Civic Centre]()
from $3000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityRoom 300
30 guestsKingpin CanberraCanberra Civic CentreRoom 300 is a modern and inviting space, perfect for social gatherings. It features 2-8 bowling lanes (depending on group size), large projector screens, a jukebox, nightlife music capabilities, and a pool table, all complemented -
![Party Room at Zone Bowling & Timezone Belconnen in Canberra]()
from $35
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityParty Room
60 guestsZone Bowling & Timezone BelconnenCanberraThe party room can accommodate up to 60 guests for birthday parties, company fun days, family activities and other special occasions. The space is air-conditioned, features TV screens and can be decorated to suit the theme
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Booking costs of private bars average $1000 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 Canberra, based on Tagvenue data:
| From $500 | to $3000 | minimum spend per event |
| From $800 | hire fee per day | |
| From $35 | to $65 | per person |
These are the venues within 500 m from central Canberra, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Casita Bar at Highball
on 75 London Circuit - 250 m from centre.
Venue said: The Casita Bar - an intriguing combination of tropical splendor and coziness - has been the venue of the larger private parties which can not miss and this is the impression formed right from the entrance of the venue. -
The Vault at Molly
on Odgers Lane Wooden Door - 350 m from centre.
Venue said: The Vault comes with a private bar which makes it a perfect place for small parties, and private events, or even providing the setting for corporate events. -
Exclusive hire at Kingpin Canberra
on 148 Bunda Street - 500 m from centre.
Venue said: With a wide range of possibilities, events can range from 20 to our full venue events for 600 guests. The event space at Kingpin is highlighted by Room 300 which features two private bowling lanes, upscale furnishing, and...
Cheap private bars in Canberra start from $250 minimum spend per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
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Lounge at Highball, from $250 minimum spend per event (up to 25 guests standing)
Venue said: It’s perfectly suited for birthdays, hens parties, engagement celebrations, small corporate gatherings, and cocktail-style events. Our experienced Highball team will assist you in curating the perfect food and beverage selection... -
The Vault at Molly, from $500 minimum spend per event (up to 55 guests standing)
Venue said: The Vault comes with a private bar which makes it a perfect place for small parties, and private events, or even providing the setting for corporate events. -
Room 300 at Kingpin Canberra, from $3000 minimum spend per event (up to 30 guests standing)
Venue said: Kingpin Canberra represents an exciting event space for social and business events, celebrations, post conference networking, holiday parties, breakout functions, team building, end of year events, and launch parties.
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