Graduation Party Venues for Hire in Edinburgh

Graduation Party Venues for Hire in Edinburgh

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Top Graduation Venues in Edinburgh

Toss that mortarboard and cue the ceilidh it’s time to explore graduation party venues in Edinburgh. We’ve rounded up the best places to raise a glass to your hard-earned degree. Edinburgh knows how to mark a moment whether you’re after a swanky private dining room near George Square, a rooftop bar with Castle views, or a laid-back function room in Leith. It’s time to plan a party that’s first-class honours all the way. Browse our top spots for your grad ceremony afterparty.

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Graduation Party Venues for Hire in Edinburgh

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Booking costs of graduation party venues average £40 per person. 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 Edinburgh, based on Tagvenue data:

Prices of graduation party venues in Edinburgh as of November, 2026
From £26 to £49 per person
From £450 to £1500 minimum spend per event
From £200 to £750 hire fee per event

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

  • The Other Room at Dragonfly Cocktail Bar in Old Town - rated 4.9/5
    Our user said: ‘Everybody was great, venue is excellent. Will highly recommend for small party and gathering.’

  • Event Space at Rogue in West End - rated 4.8/5
    Our user said: ‘Amazing Birthday Venue! I had a birthday party here for about 30 guests, and it was honestly perfect.’

  • The Fettercairn Suite at The Scotsman Hotel in Old Town - rated 4.7/5
    Our user said: ‘Very good food and drink and the rooms were great. I liked the decoration of the tables and the rooms too.’

You'll find graduation party 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 Edinburgh, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (November 2026):

Small up to 50 guests prices average £500 minimum spend per event
Medium between 65 and 100 guests prices average £180 hire fee per event
Large over 140 guests prices average £1400 minimum spend per event

These are the venues within 0.3 mi from central Edinburgh, available to book on Tagvenue:

  • Old Town at Chaophraya Edinburgh on 33 Castle Street 4th Floor - 0.2 mi from centre.
    Venue said: With views of Old Town Edinburgh, this comfortable seating area is conveniently located close to our open kitchen and is ideal for large, but intimate celebrations.
  • Dumbo Cocktail Bar at Manahatta Edinburgh on 28 Rose Street - 0.2 mi from centre.
    Our user said: ‘Huuuuge selection of cocktails and there was something to drink for everyone.’
  • The Other Room at Dragonfly Cocktail Bar on 52 West Port - 0.3 mi from centre.
    Our user said: ‘Everybody was great, venue is excellent. Will highly recommend for small party and gathering.’

Based on Tagvenue data (as of November 2026), users looking for graduation party venues most commonly go for these venue types:

Hotel prices average £700 minimum spend per event typically between 60 and 200 guests
Function Room prices average £600 minimum spend per event typically between 60 and 170 guests
Restaurant prices average £1400 minimum spend per event typically between 20 and 120 guests
Pub prices average £600 minimum spend per event typically between 50 and 110 guests
Event Space prices average £5000 minimum spend per event typically between 40 and 120 guests

Smaller graduation party venues usually fit up to 50 guests standing. Here are some great options in Edinburgh, based on Tagvenue data as of November 2026:

  • Private Wine Room at Gaucho Edinburgh, rated 4.6/5 - dining room for 14 guests
    Our user said: ‘Swift, informative booking experience.’

  • Upstairs Space at BrewDog Edinburgh Lothian Road, rated 5/5 - event space for 50 guests
    Venue said: The upstairs area is a cosy spot, ideal for smaller gatherings and catch-ups. With space for around 50 people, it’s got a more laid-back feel, perfect for casual drinks, team nights, or smaller celebrations.

  • Burke and Hare at Hotel du Vin Edinburgh, rated 4.8/5 - event space for 40 guests
    Our user said: ‘We had 21 guests at an anniversary dinner and we hired was perfect for that size.’

Cheap graduation party venues in Edinburgh start from £200 hire fee per day or £65 hire fee per hour. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of November 2026:

  • Ollie's at Ollie's Private Event Space, from £200 hire fee per day (up to 110 guests standing)
    Our user said: ‘Pretty space, very friendly staff and option to buy drink in bulk up front made it very affordable...’

  • The Ellesmere Room at Royal Scots Club, from £65 hire fee per hour (up to 40 guests standing)
    Our user said: ‘Food and drinks all lovely Service was good too. Venue was clean well organised.’

  • The Forrester Suite at The Murrayfield Hotel, from £150 hire fee per event (up to 70 guests standing)
    Our user said: ‘We so appreciated the venue's staff, and the clear communication beforehand.’

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