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Top School Formal Venues in Melbourne
So, you’ve been put in charge of planning your school’s year formal? Now it’s time to weigh your options and pick a location that will fit the size and theme of your event! There are plenty of school formal function rooms in Melbourne, but it can be tricky to find the pros and cons of each and to compare them. That’s why we’ve compiled a list of our favourite Melbourne school formal venues below!
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![Entire Venue at Showtime Events Centre in South Wharf, Melbourne]()
from $82
per person / per eveningCheck availabilityEntire Venue
600 guestsShowtime Events CentreSouth Wharf, MelbourneRRuth B.
“Venue, atmosphere, event planner ” -
![Harbourview Room at The Promenade Docklands in Docklands, Melbourne]()
from $2200
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityHarbourview Room
500 guestsThe Promenade DocklandsDocklands, MelbourneSStan
“Wonderful evening from an amazing team. Thanks Marcus ” -
![Main Room at DIAGORA EVENTS in North Melbourne]()
from $6500
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityMain Room
300 guestsDIAGORA EVENTSNorth MelbourneVVeronika T.
“All our guests loved the space and it was definitely perfect for our celebration type. ” -
![The Greenhouse at Welcome To Thornbury in Northcote, Melbourne]()
from $3500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Greenhouse
500 guestsWelcome To ThornburyNorthcote, MelbourneGGeorgie S.
“Helped us plan our entire event and guide us through the process ” -
![Zinc at Zinc at Fed Square in Melbourne CBD]()
from $20000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityZinc
1100 guestsZinc at Fed SquareMelbourne CBDNNatasha B.
“Amber was amazing from the get go with helping us plan an amazing office party at Zinc. ” -
![Entire Venue at Cargo Hall in South Wharf, Melbourne]()
from $82
per person / per eveningCheck availabilityEntire Venue
600 guestsCargo HallSouth Wharf, MelbourneSituated directly opposite the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, the venue benefits from the local accommodation and public transport options as well as over 2000 adjacent parking spaces. -
![PARKROYAL Monash Melbourne at PARKROYAL Monash Melbourne in Clayton, Melbourne]()
from $70
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityPARKROYAL Monash Melbourne
400 guestsPARKROYAL Monash MelbourneClayton, MelbourneOur stunning event spaces are where communities connect. Located all on one level, delegates and guests have access to a central, open-plan Bar and Restaurant and mini social hubs creating a third space for casual meetings -
![The Grand Ballroom at Manningham Hotel in Eastern Suburbs, Melbourne]()
from $500
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityThe Grand Ballroom
400 guestsManningham HotelEastern Suburbs, MelbourneThe elegant Grand Ballroom is the hotel's most popular and flexible function room which can be split into two smaller rooms (Ben Nevis and Springbank) separated by a soundproof dividing wall. -
![Leggatt Hall at University College in Parkville, Melbourne]()
from $850
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityLeggatt Hall
300 guestsUniversity CollegeParkville, MelbourneBuilt at the beginning of 2008, Leggatt Hall is a multi-functional meeting space which can be easily opened or closed to suit your needs. This area is often used for events such as receptions, large scale formal dinners, -
![Waterfront Room + Bar at The Promenade Docklands in Docklands, Melbourne]()
from $3465
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityWaterfront Room + Bar
650 guestsThe Promenade DocklandsDocklands, MelbourneThe Waterfront Room is very suitable for meetings, conferences and all types of day and evening events -
![The Ledbury Room at No 1 Events- Malvern in Malvern East, Melbourne]()
from $1000
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Ledbury Room
250 guestsNo 1 Events- MalvernMalvern East, MelbourneSet on the picturesque Malvern Valley Golf Course, No. 1 Events is Melbournes newest and most versatile function venue. Purpose-built to host all styles, shapes and size of events, No. -
![The Ballarto Room at The Seaford Hotel in South East Melbourne]()
from $300
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Ballarto Room
220 guestsThe Seaford HotelSouth East MelbourneWith floor to ceiling windows offering an array of natural light, The Ballarto Room is perfect for birthday parties, engagements, training seminars, networking events, presentation dinners, weddings and more!
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from $95
per person / per day
per person / per day
The Long Hall
100
200
Chapter Place
Coburg, Melbourne
Available with Exclusive Hire of The Interlude Retreat and Olivine Wine Bar, The Long Hall is central to B-Division and measures over 50 metres in length with 15-metre-high arched ceilings and a central feature pane glass
from $50
hire fee / per hour
hire fee / per hour
Training Hall
40
50
Studio 14
St Kilda, Melbourne
Our training hall is an open and completely versatile space; we have provided a blank canvas for you to make your mark by way of your next program, class, or workshop.
from $80
hire fee / per hour
hire fee / per hour
Event Space
350
400
Polish House Syrena
South East Melbourne
The Polish House Syrena features a large hall that can accommodate up to 350 guests, making it an ideal venue for events like weddings and corporate gatherings, with a stage equipped with audio and video systems to make sure
from $182
hire fee / per hour
hire fee / per hour
Winners Hall
100
179
Arrow on Swanston
Carlton, Melbourne
Winners Hall is an event space that finds beauty in its simplicity. The room is equipped with a projector and a screen, which makes it an ideal environment for hosting conferences, seminars, and workshops.
from $223
hire fee / per hour
hire fee / per hour
Main Hall & The Atrium
220
350
Brunswick Town Hall
Brunswick, Melbourne
The Town Hall offers two spaces - the main hall and the Atrium - and comes with a commercial kitchen, which, together, are ideal for weddings and corporate events, with seating available for up to 200 people, or 350 standing.
from $45
hire fee / per hour
hire fee / per hour
The Hall
300
350
Northcote Uniting Church
Northcote, Melbourne
The hall has a capacity of 250300 people, depending on the seating arrangements. Inside, there are approximately 100 chairs and 5 couches. The hall itself measures 19 meters long by 12 meters wide.
Hotels for Proms That Will Impress Your Guests
from $82
per person / per session
per person / per session
The Grand Ballroom
200
200
The Hotel Windsor
Melbourne CBD
The Windsor is a 5-star grand heritage hotel located in the heart of Melbourne, overlooking Parliament House and picturesque Spring Street. The stunning historic property is the perfect backdrop for weddings, galas, balls
from $65
per person / per session
per person / per session
Ballroom
387
400
Hotel Chadstone Melbourne MGallery
Malvern East, Melbourne
The Ballroom at Hotel Chadstone Melbourne MGallery is a versatile and elegant space, filled with natural light from full-length windows that stretch across one wall.
from $8500
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
The King Edward Ballroom
300
350
Rendezvous Hotel Melbourne
Melbourne CBD
The newly renovated King Edward Ballroom at Rendezvous Grand Hotel is a large spacious, elegant function room. Perfect for corporate meetings and wedding events, The King Edward Ballroom caters to up to 350 people standing
from $5000
minimum spend / per day
minimum spend / per day
The Royce Ballroom
100
120
Royce Hotel
South East Melbourne
The Royce Hotel is located on Melbournes grand boulevard St Kilda Road, which has acted as a major spine of the city for close to a hundred years. The Royce site and the historical building we see today, once housed Melbournes
from $300
hire fee / per session
hire fee / per session
The Banquet Room
250
300
Skyways Hotel
Northern Suburbs, Melbourne
Sitting on Matthews Avenue, a stone's throw away from the Westfield Shopping Centre, we've been serving locals and visitors alike for years. Skyways Hotel is a well-known institution about a 30 minute drive from Melbourne
from $1500
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
Victory Room
200
300
Matthew Flinders Hotel Chadstone
South East Melbourne
The Matthew Flinders Hotel is a versatile function and event space, with spaces able to cater to anywhere from 10 to 900 guests. We specialize in private and corporate events, everything from conferences, birthdays, engagements,
Prom Restaurants that Exceed Expectations
from $5000
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
Level 2 - Private Space
200
450
il Mercato Centrale
Melbourne CBD
The Melbourne 3,500 square metres location features three floors with 23 artisan stores full of flavours, an authentic Italian restaurant, a traditional Napoletana pizzeria, and a dedicated function space.
from $3000
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
Entire Venue
50
100
Frontside Food & Wine
Port Melbourne
#Supervenue
M
Mayur
“Venue manager and catering staff was very friendly and extremely professional in attending the guests ”
“Venue manager and catering staff was very friendly and extremely professional in attending the guests ”
from $9500
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
The Hall
120
200
The Hall at Welcome to Brunswick
Brunswick, Melbourne
K
Kiara
“Great atmosphere, venue was beautifully decorated, staff were lovely drinks package was awesome ”
“Great atmosphere, venue was beautifully decorated, staff were lovely drinks package was awesome ”
from $20000
minimum spend / per morning
minimum spend / per morning
Rooftop Restaurant
125
190
Beverly Rooftop
South Yarra, Melbourne
Beverly is a rooftop restaurant with an open floor plan, perfect for all kinds of eventsbig or small. It works just as well for corporate meetups as it does for weddings, birthdays, or private dinners.
from $3000
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
Bay View Room
120
180
True South
Black Rock, Melbourne
Located in the picturesque bayside suburb of Black Rock, True South holds a prime position as the areas best and biggest Restaurant, Bar and Function Space.
from $60
per person / per morning
per person / per morning
Entire Venue
400
400
Half Acre
South Melbourne
Half Acre is a striking event space in South Melbourne, located in a historic mill in Fisherman's Bend. A singular urban sanctuary in Melbourne's industrial south, ensuring the building's heritage is maintained, restored,
FAQs about Top School Formal Venues in Melbourne
The most popular area for school formal venues is the Melbourne CBD. This area has several great venues and school formal packages to choose from for your event.
This is a formal event, so fancy dresses and formal gowns are great for the girls and a nice suit, or tuxedo with a bowtie for the guys. If you plan to have a theme or dress code, be clear about what that is so everyone can be on the same page.
The per person price structure is a very popular way for venues to charge for school formal events. The per person fee usually includes food, beverages and the venue, and the price range is $40-$80 per person. Another price structure you may see when searching through this list is the hire fee charge – this is one flat rate fee for the use of a venue alone. Any food or drinks needed for the event will have to be brought in. The cost for a school formal hire fee in Melbourne usually ranges from $400-$10,000. The minimum spend price structure is a less common charge that you may run into – this rate is the minimum amount that you must pay for food and drinks. The venue will charge you this minimum spend price no matter what, though you can spend more. This price normally ranges from $500-$4,000. The benefit of the minimum spend is that you don’t have to pay anything for the venue, so long as you buy enough food. (All data from Tagvenue.com)
Your Guide to Hiring School Formal Venues in Melbourne
Whether you’re planning a school formal or a more basic school social in Melbourne, most of the same checklists apply. This is a big night for the students and can sometimes be overwhelming for some of them. When you plan your school formal, try to come up with some fun ideas to get everyone comfortable and loosened up – just be careful not to overdo it and make things cheesy! In the end, if the students have a night where they can dance, hang out and celebrate their future, you’ll have a successful event! To help you out, we’ve listed some things to keep in mind while planning your school formal:
- Be creative – Try to get all the students involved when choosing a theme style for your ball venue! Be creative and throw a party that will be unique and unforgettable.
- Don’t expect everything to be perfect – Nothing ever goes as planned, so expect a few errors. This doesn’t mean that you won’t have fun; it just means that you will be ready in case of any mishaps or mistakes. If you’re planning outdoor celebrations, make sure you always have a backup plan in case of bad weather!
- Have fun – Whether you’re a student, a teacher, or a parent that is involved, remember to kick back and have fun during the formal! After all, it is an event that is specifically held for celebration and enjoyment.
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Verified Reviews of School Formal Venues in Melbourne
CR
Booked Go Big at Zagame's House
Great venue with very friendly and helpful staff! Thank you so much for making our event run so smoothly!
CK
Booked Function Room at The Pavilion Box Hill
Tons of space, was easy to add any extras like our DJ. Meals were some of the best I have ever had and I could customise the room for literally every aspect we needed such as a microphone for the MC, spare tables for prizes + DJ and we were even able to hang up a photo background over the mirror.