Wedding Reception Venues for Hire in Northern Suburbs, Melbourne

Prices of wedding reception venues average $2000 minimum spend per event. The cost varies based on the venue's size and additional services such as catering, floral arrangements, or bridal suites. It may also be influenced by the number and type of event spaces available in the venue, for example, separate areas for the ceremony, reception, and photo sessions. Spaces offering all-inclusive packages are a budget-friendly option for couples seeking a fuss-free experience. Check out typical price ranges in Northern Suburbs, based on Tagvenue data:

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

• Unique Heritage Ballroom at Fringe Common Rooms in Carlton - rated 5/5
  Venue said: Whether it’s a work Christmas party, the wedding of the century, or your aunt’s 50th birthday, give your next function a bit of that Melbourne Fringe flair.

• Whole Brewery at Inner North Brewing Company in Brunswick - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘Liz was outstanding! We had our wedding reception at inner north, with roughly 130 guest.’

• The Hall at The Hall at Welcome to Brunswick in Brunswick - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘And the food is fantastic! We could not ask for more and would love to celebrate with them again...’

You'll find wedding reception 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 Northern Suburbs, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2026):

Based on Tagvenue data (as of October 2026), users looking for wedding reception venues most commonly go for these venue types:

Smaller wedding reception venues usually fit up to 80 guests seated. Here are some great options in Northern Suburbs, based on Tagvenue data as of October 2026:

• Entire Venue at MySpace Events, rated 5/5 - event venue for 65 guests
  Venue said: What guests say: The space is clean and easy to style. The venue provides clear, responsive communication and helpful on-site support from the owners.

• Upstairs Function Room at Teller, rated 4.9/5 - function room for 55 guests
  Venue said: The room allows own music and hire of an external DJ. Ideal for: Groups seeking an intimate, seated long-table meal or a relaxed, social reception that includes music or presentations.

• The Atrium at Highlands Hotel, rated 4.3/5 - event space for 60 guests
  Venue said: The room permits own music and a bring‑your‑own‑DJ policy and has a flexible table layout that can be rearranged for seated meals or standing receptions.

Cheap wedding reception venues in Northern Suburbs start from $500 minimum spend per event or $750 hire fee per day. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of October 2026:

• Entire Venue at Twang Brewing, from $500 minimum spend per event (up to 80 guests seated)
  Venue said: Twang Brewing is a compact neighbourhood taproom occupying a single-level brewery space, defined by a relaxed, informal layout and covered outdoor seating.

• Garden 3 at Novotel Melbourne Preston, from $750 hire fee per day (up to 60 guests seated)
  Venue said: Garden 3 is a space that can accommodate a wide variety of events: from conferences and professional events to casual drinks receptions.

• All-Inclusive Coctail Party at Skyways Hotel, from $300 hire fee per event (up to 250 guests seated)
  Venue said: The Banquet Room is a Banqueting Hall in Skyways Hotel characterised by bold black-and-white panelling and a two-level layout. Design: The space pairs patterned carpet, decorative mirrors and mixed seating to create a formal...