Entire Venue at Carousel Bar & Ballroom

Nightclub
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Whole venue
169 Oxford Street, Darlinghurst, Sydney, 2010 –
Darlinghurst, Sydney

About this space

Carousel Bar & Ballroom is a compact, purpose-built nightclub defined by an intimate, close-quarters layout.

Design: The interior uses deep reds and blacks, striped carpeting and velvet textures under low ceilings; dim pendant lights and mirrored surfaces create a theatrical, enclosed look.

Features: The venue provides a central dancefloor, high tables and bar-style seating, in-house PA and speakers, Wi‑Fi and air conditioning. The venue allows own music and external DJs and operates a staffed drinks counter.

Ideal for: Groups seeking a lively, standing, dance-focused night centred on DJ-led music and social mingling.

What guests say: The space attracts a welcoming, dance-focused crowd and front-of-house staff are friendly and approachable.


Usually booked for

Party

Typically for 165-240 guests and costs about $500.


"This venue was amazing !!! Staff were the best, communication was perfect and everything was just perfect."

- Nina M. Jun 2026


Prices

Sunday
12:00 pm – 3:00 am
from $300 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
12:00 pm – 3:00 am
from $300 + $1000 hire fee + min. spend
Alcohol licence until 5:00 am. All prices include GST.
Monday
12:00 pm – 3:00 am
from $300 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
12:00 pm – 3:00 am
from $300 + $1000 hire fee + min. spend
Alcohol licence until 5:00 am. All prices include GST.
Tuesday
12:00 pm – 3:00 am
from $300 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
12:00 pm – 3:00 am
from $300 + $1000 hire fee + min. spend
Alcohol licence until 5:00 am. All prices include GST.
Wednesday
12:00 pm – 3:00 am
from $300 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
12:00 pm – 3:00 am
from $300 + $1000 hire fee + min. spend
Alcohol licence until 5:00 am. All prices include GST.
Thursday
12:00 pm – 3:00 am
from $300 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
12:00 pm – 3:00 am
from $300 + $1000 hire fee + min. spend
Alcohol licence until 5:00 am. All prices include GST.
Friday
12:00 pm – 10:00 pm
from $300 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
12:00 pm – 10:00 pm
from $300 + $2000 hire fee + min. spend
Alcohol licence until 5:00 am. All prices include GST.
Saturday
12:00 pm – 10:00 pm
from $300 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
12:00 pm – 10:00 pm
from $300 + $2000 hire fee + min. spend
Alcohol licence until 5:00 am. All prices include GST.
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Pricing updated by venue 1 month ago
Pricing rated as accurate by 2 verified users

Capacity

  • Standing
    up to 350
  • Dining
    up to 200
  • Theatre
    up to 200
  • Boardroom
    up to 100
  • Cabaret
    up to 200
  • U-Shaped
    up to 100
  • Classroom
    up to 100

Catering and drinks

No in-house catering available
Complimentary water
Complimentary refreshments (such as water, tea, or coffee) for guests at no extra cost
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
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

  • Wi-Fi available
  • PA system / speakers Venue provides a sound system for music and announcements
  • Air conditioner
  • Photo equipment Camera and photography equipment available on site
  • Video equipment
  • Lighting equipment Professional lighting equipment for photography and filming
  • Storage space Place where clients can store items during their event
  • Dance floor Dedicated dance floor area
  • Soundproof Soundproofed room for noise control
  • Paid parking facilities available nearby
  • Unavailable: Projector
  • Unavailable: Flatscreen TV
  • Unavailable: Whiteboard
  • Unavailable: Flipchart
  • Unavailable: Conference call facilities
  • Unavailable: Natural light
  • Unavailable: Greenscreen
  • Unavailable: Backdrops
  • Unavailable: Quiet space
  • Unavailable: Mirrors
  • 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
  • No noise restrictions

Accessibility

  • Unavailable: Accessible toilets
  • Unavailable: Ground level
  • Unavailable: Accessible parking spot available
  • Unavailable: Lift to all floors
  • Unavailable: Cargo lift
  • Unavailable: Wheelchair accessible

Rules of the space

Allowed events

  • Promoted and ticketed events Events that you’re promoting or selling tickets for
  • No wedding licence

Age policy

Guests under 18 are not allowed

Host rules

Respect the space.

Cancellation policy: Standard 30 day

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Reviews and ratings

(20 reviews and ratings - )

Verified reviews come from Tagvenue users. All reviews are checked by our team to uphold our trust and safety standards.

NM
Nina M.
Verified review
Party · 60 guests · June 2026

This venue was amazing !!! Staff were the best, communication was perfect and everything was just perfect.

5.0
KI
Kayleigh I.
Verified review
Blank Canvas · 100 guests · October 2025

The team were very friendly and great to deal with, the venue was fantastic and perfect for our halloween event

5.0
B
Bijal
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0
I
Izzy
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0

FAQ

AV inclusions generally include a sound system, lighting, an AV operator, DJ equipment if required and a microphone setup for speeches. Bar staff and security are also included where required.

Table decorations, photo boards and fake flower arrangements should all be fine, provided they do not damage the space or leave marks.

Yes, clients can bring their own tables. The venue also has smaller round tables and booths.


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