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Top School Formal Venues in Brisbane
If you’re after school formal venues in Brisbane, we’ve got you covered. Tagvenue has collected the best spots in the city, so you’ll be spoiled for choice! Areas like South Bank and Fortitude Valley are where you can find stylish event spaces, perfect for fun and elegant parties. Looking for a spectacular setting? Venues with panoramic views of the Brisbane River create wonderful photo opportunities. Explore the top venues on Tagvenue, seamlessly book the best location, and make your formal unforgettable.
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![Grand Chelsea Ballroom at Voco Hotel Brisbane City Centre in Brisbane CBD]()
from $15000
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityGrand Chelsea Ballroom
500 guestsVoco Hotel Brisbane City CentreBrisbane CBDSSuzanne D.
“Great location and set up of rooms. food was exceptional would rate 10/10” -
![Daintree at Voco Hotel Brisbane City Centre in Brisbane CBD]()
from $5000
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityDaintree
300 guestsVoco Hotel Brisbane City CentreBrisbane CBDLLydia K.
“The venue space was fabulous!!! The communication from the sales team, coordinator and onsite manager.” -
![Ballroom Le Grand at Sofitel Brisbane Central in Brisbane CBD]()
from $100
per person / per dayCheck availabilityBallroom Le Grand
1050 guestsSofitel Brisbane CentralBrisbane CBDDistinguished as the most expansive ballroom among Brisbane hotels, this exquisite venue distinguishes itself by its unique feature - it is entirely pillarless and divisible by three. -
![Hamilton Ballroom at View Brisbane in Hamilton, Brisbane]()
from $1500
hire fee / per eveningCheck availabilityHamilton Ballroom
300 guestsView BrisbaneHamilton, BrisbaneThe Column free Hamilton Ballroom can cater from anywhere up to 300 delegates. It has soundproof retractable walls, natural light, as well as direct access to the driveway to allow for vehicle and machinery access straight -
![Premiers' Hall at Queensland Parliament House in Brisbane CBD]()
from $1200
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityPremiers' Hall
150 guestsQueensland Parliament HouseBrisbane CBDThe Premiers’ Hall can be opened up to combine with the Speakers’ Hall, creating our largest indoor function space, offering a versatile setting for larger events and gatherings. -
![Speakers' Hall at Queensland Parliament House in Brisbane CBD]()
from $800
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilitySpeakers' Hall
200 guestsQueensland Parliament HouseBrisbane CBDNext to the Premiers’ Hall, the Speakers’ Hall is an elegant room with ample space and flexibility. With a built-in service bar and stunning views of the Brisbane River, this room features a central skylight that enhances -
![Level One at The Mix Bar in Woolloongabba, Brisbane]()
from $300
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityLevel One
60 guestsThe Mix BarWoolloongabba, Brisbane
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KKate M.
“He was professional and nothing was too much trouble. I run a lot of events and he made it easy for us.” -
![The Grand Palms at Voco Hotel Brisbane City Centre in Brisbane CBD]()
from $8000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Grand Palms
225 guestsVoco Hotel Brisbane City CentreBrisbane CBDDDion T.
“Very Swank, loved the set up & everyone had a great night.” -
![Full Venue Exclusively at Industry Beans Newstead in Newstead, Brisbane]()
from $4000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityFull Venue Exclusively
200 guestsIndustry Beans NewsteadNewstead, BrisbaneMMarla
“Dorothea was amazing to liaise with in booking our function.” -
![Main Canopy at Cielo Rooftop in Fortitude Valley, Brisbane]()
from $3000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityMain Canopy
70 guestsCielo RooftopFortitude Valley, Brisbane
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KKaren B.
“The Parlour room was the perfect size for 55 guests, venue is central to the valley and food was delicious.” -
![The Courtyard at Industry Beans Newstead in Newstead, Brisbane]()
from $2000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Courtyard
40 guestsIndustry Beans NewsteadNewstead, BrisbaneEEsther J.
“Staff were incredible, very efficient and very very kind. Thank you for the best function Ive ever held!” -
![Panorama Room at Mercure Brisbane Spring Hill in Spring Hill, Brisbane]()
from $4250
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityPanorama Room
110 guestsMercure Brisbane Spring HillSpring Hill, BrisbaneLLauren A.
“Angela was fantastic to deal with in the lead up to the event, very accommodating and professional!”
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FAQs about Top School Formal Venues in Brisbane
In Brisbane, prices of school formal 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 Brisbane, based on Tagvenue data from September 2025:
| From $1000 | to $6500 | minimum spend per event |
| From $73 | to $85 | per person |
| From $800 | to $2750 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2025), the best options include:
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Hamilton Ballroom at View Brisbane in Hamilton - rated 5/5
Venue said: View Brisbane offers spacious rooms along the riverfront at Hamilton. Facilities include a conference room, resort-style pool, spa pool, sauna and fitness centre. -
Level One at The Mix Bar in Woolloongabba - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘From first contact, Mick has been absolutely fantastic in organising a brilliant venue for my 40th birthday.’ -
Full Venue Exclusively at Industry Beans Newstead in Newstead - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Friendly staff and nice venue. The foods are good. Worth the price.’
While many formal party venues in Brisbane offer exclusively their own in-house catering, you can find spaces that allow external catering. For example, RACQ Mobility Centre and the Warehouse Studio at EC Venue are venues that give you the flexibility to bring in your preferred food and beverages. To see all the venues that allow external catering, check the "External catering allowed" box in the filters on Tagvenue.
- Platform Level at The Transcontinental Hotel at 482 George Street offers a bright, spacious setting for up to 360 guests, perfect for large formal celebrations such as a sit-down meal or ball. This venue is conveniently located across from Roma Street Station.
- Daintree at Voco Hotel Brisbane City Centre at 85-87 North Quay provides a spacious setting with high ceilings, accommodating up to 300 guests for your graduation party or school dance. This venue features a beautiful pre-function foyer and modern audio-visual equipment to ensure your event runs smoothly.
- Hamilton Ballroom at View Brisbane at Kingsford Smith Drive is a flexible venue that comfortably hosts up to 300 guests. With soundproof walls, natural light, and ground-level accessibility, this ballroom is a prime choice for a school formal.
Most formal school spaces feature spacious dance floors, perfect for the main event, along with professional sound and lighting systems to set the right atmosphere. Many formal party venues also provide seating and dining areas for dinner parties with in-house or partner catering services. You can expect decor packages or the option to bring in external decorators to match your theme. Several venues offer photo opportunities, such as designated backdrop areas or scenic outdoor spaces. Some of these formal party spaces may include audiovisual equipment for presentations or entertainment and parking facilities for convenience.
