Fortress Melbourne
Entertainment Centre
#25 of 176 Event Space venues in Melbourne CBD
#11 of 134 40th Birthday Party venues in Melbourne CBD
1 review
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23 Caledonian Lane, Emporium Melbourne, Shop 25/23, Melbourne, 3000
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Melbourne CBD
Christine Bennetto
Your Personal Event Manager from Fortress Australia
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Spaces for hire at Fortress Melbourne
Full Buyout
Event Space
·
Whole venue
600 seats
1000 standing
Fortress Melbourne – A Full Buyout for Uniquely Unforgettable Events (Up to 1,000 Guests)
Located in the heart of the CBD, Fortress Melbourne offers one of the most unique and versatile private event experiences in the country. Perfect for everything from conferences and presentations to in-house team-building activities, product launches and end-...
Wi-Fi available
Air conditioner
Projector
Flatscreen TV
PA system / music speakers
Storage space
Play your own music
from $25000 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 9 months ago
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Sports Bar
Bar
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Private space
150 standing
A relaxed corner of the venue with screens, seating, and a more laid-back vibe than the main gaming areas. It works well for mixers, viewing parties, or teams that want a social base inside the venue.
Wi-Fi available
Air conditioner
Projector
Flatscreen TV
PA system / music speakers
Storage space
Play your own music
from $1500 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 9 months ago
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Tav Semi-Private
Lounge
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Private space
75 seats
120 standing
This section of the Tavern sits slightly tucked away, giving your group more breathing room while still feeling part of the venue’s atmosphere. It’s good for casual gatherings, team socials, or events that want a mix of food, drinks, and relaxed gaming without needing a full room hire.
Wi-Fi available
Air conditioner
Projector
Flatscreen TV
PA system / music speakers
Storage space
Play your own music
from $2500 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 9 months ago
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Tavern Main
Bar
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Private space
250 seats
400 standing
Tavern Main has a cosy, medieval pub atmosphere, with long timber tables, warm lighting and a steady stream of activity around the bar. As it is a thoroughfare for other guests heading to the bathrooms or ordering drinks, it cannot be fully closed off. However, it still works well for groups who want a dedicated area while retaining some of the nat...
Wi-Fi available
Air conditioner
Projector
Flatscreen TV
PA system / music speakers
Storage space
Play your own music
from $8000 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 9 months ago
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Arcades
Event Space
·
Private space
80 seats
Bright, loud, and full of both retro and modern machines, the arcade area brings out everyone’s competitive streak. It’s a fun add-on for events that need movement and energy, or a standalone hire for groups who don’t want anything too formal.
Wi-Fi available
Air conditioner
Projector
Flatscreen TV
PA system / music speakers
Storage space
Play your own music
from $1500 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 9 months ago
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Arena
Auditorium / Conference Room
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Private space
187 seats
300 standing
The Arena has a big, staged feel to it-good for showcases, presentations, tournaments, or anything that needs proper AV support. With the Sports Bar attached, guests have an easy spot to gather, talk, and grab drinks between moments on stage.
Wi-Fi available
Air conditioner
Projector
Flatscreen TV
PA system / music speakers
Storage space
Play your own music
from $5500 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 9 months ago
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PC Gaming Lounge
Lounge
·
Private space
54 seats
Rows of high-end PCs fill this lounge, making it a favourite for gaming-centric events, team challenges, or groups looking for something hands-on. It’s a focused space where people settle in quickly and stay busy for hours.
Wi-Fi available
Air conditioner
Projector
Flatscreen TV
PA system / music speakers
Storage space
Play your own music
from $1200 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 9 months ago
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Entire Basement Level
Event Space
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Private space
375 seats
600 standing
The basement level brings together several activity areas in one sweep, so hiring the whole things gives you the arcade, Tavern Main, and key gaming zones in one go. It’s ideal for events that need multiple experiences happening side by side, with easy flow between each space.
Wi-Fi available
Air conditioner
Projector
Flatscreen TV
PA system / music speakers
Storage space
Play your own music
from $18000 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 9 months ago
Enquire now
Reviews and ratings
5.0
Communication
5.0
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Excellent communication
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Prices and opening hours
Sunday
12:00 pm –
10:00 pm
from
$1200–$25000
min. spend
Full Buyout
12:00 pm –
10:00 pm
from
$25000
min. spend
Tavern Main
12:00 pm –
10:00 pm
from
$8000
min. spend
Tav Semi-Private
12:00 pm –
10:00 pm
from
$2500
min. spend
Entire Basement Level
12:00 pm –
10:00 pm
from
$18000
min. spend
PC Gaming Lounge
12:00 pm –
10:00 pm
from
$1200
min. spend
Arcades
12:00 pm –
10:00 pm
from
$1500
min. spend
Arena
12:00 pm –
10:00 pm
from
$5500
min. spend
Sports Bar
12:00 pm –
10:00 pm
from
$1500
min. spend
Monday
12:00 pm –
10:00 pm
from
$1200–$25000
min. spend
Full Buyout
12:00 pm –
10:00 pm
from
$25000
min. spend
Tavern Main
12:00 pm –
10:00 pm
from
$8000
min. spend
Tav Semi-Private
12:00 pm –
10:00 pm
from
$2500
min. spend
Entire Basement Level
12:00 pm –
10:00 pm
from
$18000
min. spend
PC Gaming Lounge
12:00 pm –
10:00 pm
from
$1200
min. spend
Arcades
12:00 pm –
10:00 pm
from
$1500
min. spend
Arena
12:00 pm –
10:00 pm
from
$5500
min. spend
Sports Bar
12:00 pm –
10:00 pm
from
$1500
min. spend
Tuesday
12:00 pm –
10:00 pm
from
$1200–$25000
min. spend
Full Buyout
12:00 pm –
10:00 pm
from
$25000
min. spend
Tavern Main
12:00 pm –
10:00 pm
from
$8000
min. spend
Tav Semi-Private
12:00 pm –
10:00 pm
from
$2500
min. spend
Entire Basement Level
12:00 pm –
10:00 pm
from
$18000
min. spend
PC Gaming Lounge
12:00 pm –
10:00 pm
from
$1200
min. spend
Arcades
12:00 pm –
10:00 pm
from
$1500
min. spend
Arena
12:00 pm –
10:00 pm
from
$5500
min. spend
Sports Bar
12:00 pm –
10:00 pm
from
$1500
min. spend
Wednesday
12:00 pm –
10:00 pm
from
$1200–$25000
min. spend
Full Buyout
12:00 pm –
10:00 pm
from
$25000
min. spend
Tavern Main
12:00 pm –
10:00 pm
from
$8000
min. spend
Tav Semi-Private
12:00 pm –
10:00 pm
from
$2500
min. spend
Entire Basement Level
12:00 pm –
10:00 pm
from
$18000
min. spend
PC Gaming Lounge
12:00 pm –
10:00 pm
from
$1200
min. spend
Arcades
12:00 pm –
10:00 pm
from
$1500
min. spend
Arena
12:00 pm –
10:00 pm
from
$5500
min. spend
Sports Bar
12:00 pm –
10:00 pm
from
$1500
min. spend
Thursday
12:00 pm –
4:00 pm
from
$1200–$25000
min. spend
Full Buyout
12:00 pm –
4:00 pm
from
$25000
min. spend
Tavern Main
12:00 pm –
4:00 pm
from
$8000
min. spend
Tav Semi-Private
12:00 pm –
4:00 pm
from
$2500
min. spend
Entire Basement Level
12:00 pm –
4:00 pm
from
$18000
min. spend
PC Gaming Lounge
12:00 pm –
4:00 pm
from
$1200
min. spend
Arcades
12:00 pm –
4:00 pm
from
$1500
min. spend
Arena
12:00 pm –
4:00 pm
from
$5500
min. spend
Sports Bar
12:00 pm –
4:00 pm
from
$1500
min. spend
Friday
12:00 pm –
12:00 am
from
$1200–$25000
min. spend
Full Buyout
12:00 pm –
12:00 am
from
$25000
min. spend
Tavern Main
12:00 pm –
12:00 am
from
$8000
min. spend
Tav Semi-Private
12:00 pm –
12:00 am
from
$2500
min. spend
Entire Basement Level
12:00 pm –
12:00 am
from
$18000
min. spend
PC Gaming Lounge
12:00 pm –
12:00 am
from
$1200
min. spend
Arcades
12:00 pm –
12:00 am
from
$1500
min. spend
Arena
12:00 pm –
12:00 am
from
$5500
min. spend
Sports Bar
12:00 pm –
12:00 am
from
$1500
min. spend
Saturday
12:00 pm –
1:00 am
from
$1200–$25000
min. spend
Full Buyout
12:00 pm –
1:00 am
from
$25000
min. spend
Tavern Main
12:00 pm –
1:00 am
from
$8000
min. spend
Tav Semi-Private
12:00 pm –
1:00 am
from
$2500
min. spend
Entire Basement Level
12:00 pm –
1:00 am
from
$18000
min. spend
PC Gaming Lounge
12:00 pm –
1:00 am
from
$1200
min. spend
Arcades
12:00 pm –
1:00 am
from
$1500
min. spend
Arena
12:00 pm –
1:00 am
from
$5500
min. spend
Sports Bar
12:00 pm –
1:00 am
from
$1500
min. spend
Pricing updated by venue 9 months ago
Best Price guarantee: you will always pay the same price as booking directly with the venue, and we never add hidden or processing fees.
Facilities and catering options
Up to 1000
standing
Up to 600
seats
In-house catering
American
cuisine
Parking available
Promoted / ticketed events
Alcohol provided
Unavailable: External catering allowed
Unavailable: Accommodation available
Unavailable: BYO alcohol
About Fortress Melbourne
Fortress Melbourne is a Tagvenue Partner. This business has registered with Tagvenue and agreed to our venue partner standards.
Fortress Melbourne is an esports-focused entertainment centre built around a competition-grade gaming arena and immersive AV infrastructure.
Venue highlights: The venue offers rows of competition-standard gaming stations, a central stage and large projection screens for streamed matches and presentations. The venue provides an in-house hospitality programme that includes halal, kosher and extensive vegan and gluten-free options. The venue supports promoted, ticketed events and provides paid on-site and off-site parking for attendees.
Best for: Esports tournaments and competitive gaming events; product launches and tech activations; corporate team-building, socials and awards nights.
Location: Emporium Melbourne shopping centre places the venue in the Melbourne CBD and provides a concentration of restaurants, bars and late-night dining for post-event hospitality.
FAQ
At Fortress Melbourne, the following catering options are available:
- In-house catering service is available
- Paid parking is available on-site
- Paid parking facilities are available nearby
Fortress Melbourne is located at 23 Caledonian Lane, in Melbourne CBD.
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