Sweet 16 Birthday Venues for Hire in Melbourne

Booking costs of sweet 16 birthday venues average $1900 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:

• The Sundeck Function Space at The Purple Emerald Lounge Bar in Northcote - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘Beautiful venue, had booked the sun deck for my 30th birthday this year!’

• Events Space STUDIO 705 at Music Valley in Point Cook - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘I found the studio at music valley and was exactly what I was looking for. What a fantastic venue!!’

• Rooftop Outdoors at Two Hands Rooftop Bar in Abbotsford - rated 4.7/5
  Our user said: ‘Great venue, very nice staff.’

You'll find sweet 16 birthday 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 800 m from central Melbourne, available to book on Tagvenue:

• The Louden at Pullman Melbourne City Centre on 265 Little Bourke Street - 200 m from centre.
  Venue said: Situated in the heart of Melbourne's CBD, it provides a wide selection of food that caters to a variety of dietary needs, making it an ideal venue for events.
• Gather Spot at Gather Spot Party Hub on 332 La Trobe Street - 350 m from centre.
  Our user said: ‘Great place for a mid size event, lots of great amenities.’
• Entire Venue at Apsis VR Melbourne | Virtual Reality Party on 10 Queen Street - 800 m from centre.
  Venue said: Our venue can host up to 24 people in total and can allow 16 people at a time for VR Experience. We provide a fun venue for birthday parties, bucks parties, hens parties, corporate team buildings, school excursions, or any...

Booking 1 to 3 months ahead is usually enough for weekday or off-peak events. For weekend nights, especially in spring or summer, it’s best to lock in your venue at least 3 to 6 months in advance to secure your preferred time and location.

Based on Tagvenue data, you can expect to pay between $28 and $150 per hour for dry-hire or BYO venues. Spaces with food and beverage minimums usually start around $500 to $1,500 per session. Budget-friendly options like community halls and dance studios often offer hourly rates around $100.

Yes. Since this is a teen event, most venues will not serve alcohol and may require adult supervision, particularly for evening bookings. Some places may set earlier finish times or have music volume limits, so be sure to check the venue’s policies before confirming your booking.