Goodbye tension, hello pension! Retiring is a big step in your life and it’s important to start it off on the right foot! Gather your closest friends, family and favourite colleagues in one of our retirement party venues in Brisbane and celebrate this new chapter exactly the way you want to. You can choose to gather in a casual pub, have a tasty meal in a private dining room, or go all out in a spacious hall - the best part is, that this new stage of life is all about what you want to do and that starts with choosing the venue for your party!
In Brisbane, prices of retirement party venues average $50 per person. 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 Brisbane, based on Tagvenue data from October 2025:
| From $50 | to $79 | per person |
| From $1200 | to $3500 | minimum spend per event |
| From $1000 | to $3500 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2025), the best options include:
The Fitzgerald at The Fitzgerald
in Fortitude Valley - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘He was reliable and organized. The event space was beautiful and had everything we needed for our party.’
Heritage Room at The Mix Bar
in Woolloongabba - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Absolutely outstanding venue that suited the event perfectly. Such a charming and beautiful room.’
Multi-Use Space at Life+
in Woolloongabba - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Good venue for private parties.’
You'll find retirement 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 Brisbane, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2025):
| Small retirement party venues | up to 50 guests | prices average $800 minimum spend per event |
| Medium retirement party venues | between 70 and 100 guests | prices average $2500 minimum spend per event |
| Large retirement party venues | over 110 guests | prices average $3100 minimum spend per event |
A heartfelt speech from a close colleague or family member can really make your celebration extra special and personal. Creating a slideshow or video montage of your career highlights and funny moments is a great way to relive and share a laugh about those moments. Themed dress-up parties are always a hit and a great way to remind your guests that this party is about YOU - you could suggest they dress up as one of your memorable outfits! You might also want to consider having live music or a DJ to keep the energy high, and some fun games or trivia to engage your guests. And don't forget about setting up a memory book or guestbook for everyone to write messages and share memories - it'll be a wonderful keepsake for you!