Stand-Up Comedy Venues for Hire in Melbourne

Booking costs of stand-up comedy venues average $2000 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 Melbourne, based on Tagvenue data from January 2026:

Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated January 2026), the best options include:

• Chloe's Rooms at Young & Jacksons in Melbourne CBD - rated 5/5
  Our user said: ‘Everything was perfect. I would recommend booking Y&J for your event.’

• Entire Venue at The Purple Emerald Lounge Bar in Northcote - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘What a venue, I booked the entire venue for my 40th birthday.’

• Entire Venue at Concrete Boots Bar in Richmond - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘All around a great venue to hire for any event.’

You'll find stand-up comedy 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 Melbourne, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (January 2026):

These are the venues within 400 m from central Melbourne, available to book on Tagvenue:

• Entire Venue at The Toff on 252 Swanston Street - 150 m from centre.
  Our user said: ‘Fantastic staff that were totally amazing & a perfect place to have a 30th birthday. The food was so yummy.’
• Hasti Bala and Deck Bar at The Carlton Club Hotel on 193 Bourke Street - 400 m from centre.
  Venue said: The Carlton Hotel, located on Bourke Street in Melbourne, is a multi-level venue with an eclectic bar, dining room, tropical rooftop bar and a jungle themed indoor/outdoor function space that can cater to 300 guests.
• The Lounge at Champagne Problems on 218 Little Collins Street - 400 m from centre.
  Venue said: AV equipment is available for use in the space if required. The Salon at Champagne Problems is perfect for: Cocktail Party venue | Birthday venue Melbourne | Engagement party venue| Networking venue | Corporate Function venue...

For stand-up, the best venues are those with good acoustics, clear sightlines, and flexible seating. Comedy-friendly spaces include black box theatres, small performance bars, breweries with private rooms, and multipurpose arts venues. For example, venues like The Motley Bauhaus and Humdinger Studios are purpose-built for live performances, while places like Twang Brewing and Artful Yoga Gallery offer casual environments with room for both seated and standing audiences.

Most stand-up comedy setups require a quality microphone, basic PA system, stage lighting, and ideally, a small stage or riser. Venues like Bighouse Arts often include this as part of the hire fee. For bigger events, make sure the venue has sound technicians available or allows you to bring your own gear. Some venues also have recording equipment if you're filming for social media or a special.

Brunswick, Fitzroy, and Collingwood have a great mix of late-night bars, diners, and live music venues where your audience and performers can keep the night going. North Melbourne also has a solid indie bar scene. Booking in these neighbourhoods not only gives you a good venue but also a nice post-show atmosphere.

Most venues offer sessions of 3–6 hours, with some allowing full-day or evening-only hires. For example, Sugar Glider provides an evening hire based on a minimum spend. Always clarify start and end times in advance — some venues include bump-in and bump-out time, others don’t.