School Formal Venues for Hire in Brisbane

In Brisbane, prices of school formal venues average $80 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:

Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2025), the best options include:

• 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.’

You'll find school formal 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):

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.