A warehouse event space with exposed beams, hanging colorful streamers, and long banquet tables at Bighouse Arts.
An event space in a warehouse with exposed beams, string lights, Chinese lanterns, and assorted seating at Bighouse Arts.
An industrial event space with polished concrete floors, a long banquet table, and balloon decorations at Bighouse Arts.
An event space in a warehouse with concrete floors, black drapes, balloon decorations, and hay bales at Bighouse Arts.

Event Space at Bighouse Arts

Event Space in an Event Venue
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Private space
9-11 Hocking Street, Melbourne, 3058 –
Northern Suburbs, Melbourne
Up to 150
seats
Up to 150
standing
Venue doesn’t offer catering
External catering allowed

About this space

Event Space at Bighouse Arts is a warehouse-style private event area within a creative arts venue. The space's single defining quality is a large garage door that opens onto the street, creating direct indoor–outdoor flow.

Design: The interior is an industrial studio shell of painted brick and exposed rafters over a concrete floor. The ceiling carries pendant industrial lamps and festoon lighting, and tall windows introduce plentiful daylight into the high, airy volume.

Features: The space has a built-in PA system and speakers and allows own music or a hired DJ subject to noise restrictions. Wi‑Fi is provided and the entrance is step-free with wheelchair access. The floor area is open-plan and adaptable, and includes some lounge seating suitable for shoots or relaxed gatherings.

Ideal for: Creative collectives and production teams seeking a relaxed, flexible setting for informal standing receptions or production-focused shoots.

What sets it apart: A restored vintage Melbourne tram on-site provides a distinctive photo and activation opportunity.

What guests say: The space is welcoming and community-oriented, with abundant natural light and comfortable lounge seating. The space is roomy and flexible, supporting photography and filming use.

Prices

Sunday
6:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $150 hire fee per hour
Per hour
6:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $150 hire fee per hour
Alcohol licence until 11:00 pm. All prices include GST.
Monday
6:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $150 hire fee per hour
Per hour
6:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $150 hire fee per hour
Alcohol licence until 11:00 pm. All prices include GST.
Tuesday
6:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $159 hire fee per hour
Per hour
6:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $159 hire fee per hour
Alcohol licence until 11:00 pm. All prices include GST.
Wednesday
6:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $150 hire fee per hour
Per hour
6:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $150 hire fee per hour
Alcohol licence until 11:00 pm. All prices include GST.
Thursday
6:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $150 hire fee per hour
Per hour
6:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $150 hire fee per hour
Alcohol licence until 11:00 pm. All prices include GST.
Friday
6:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $150 hire fee per hour
Per hour
6:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $150 hire fee per hour
Alcohol licence until 11:00 pm. All prices include GST.
Saturday
6:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $150 hire fee per hour
Per hour
6:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $150 hire fee per hour
Alcohol licence until 11:00 pm. All prices include GST.
Best price guarantee
Minimum booking duration: 2 hours

Capacity

Standing
up to 150
Dining
up to 150
Cabaret
up to 150

Catering and drinks

No in-house catering available
Complimentary water Complimentary refreshments (such as water, tea, or coffee) for guests at no extra cost
Complimentary tea and coffee
External catering allowed Bring your own food or hire a caterer of your choice
Unavailable: Buyout fee for external catering
Unavailable: Kitchen facilities available for guests
Venue provides alcohol Venue can supply alcoholic beverages
BYO alcohol allowed A fee is charged if you bring your own alcohol
Corkage fee for BYO alcohol

Facilities

Wi-Fi available
PA system / speakers Venue provides a sound system for music and announcements
Natural light Room has windows or a skylight, so daylight comes in
Soundproof Soundproofed room for noise control
Free parking is available on-site (20 spaces)
Free on-street parking
Onsite Parking
Tables
Chairs
Table Tennis Table
Pool Table
Retro Couches
Lighting
Unavailable: Projector
Unavailable: Flatscreen TV
Unavailable: Whiteboard
Unavailable: Flipchart
Unavailable: Conference call facilities
Unavailable: Air conditioner
Unavailable: Storage space
Unavailable: Quiet space
Unavailable: Accommodation is available on-site

Music & sound equipment

Play your own music Venue allows playing your own music
Bring your own DJ Venue allows bringing your own DJ instead
Space has noise restriction after 23:00

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible Step-free access throughout the venue for wheelchair users
Unavailable: Accessible toilets
Ground level Guests can enter without using stairs
Accessible parking spot available
Unavailable: Lift to all floors
Unavailable: Cargo lift

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Promoted and ticketed events Events that you’re promoting or selling tickets for
Wedding licence available Venue is licensed to host wedding ceremonies and receptions

Host rules

BYO alcohol allowed, but must be served by our staff

Outside catering is allowed

Smoking outdoors only

Event curfew 11pm

Cancellation policy: Standard 30 day with Grace Period

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Reviews and ratings

(38 reviews and ratings - )

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B
Bec
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0
MA
Melanie A.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0

About Bighouse Arts

Bighouse Arts is a Trusted Tagvenue Partner, validated by the Tagvenue team with a record of successful bookings on the platform.

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Location

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