Planning a conference, wedding, gala, or something totally out there in Edinburgh? You’re in the perfect spot. We’ve got a standout mix of historic halls near the Royal Mile, grand ballrooms in New Town, and sleek modern spaces overlooking the Firth of Forth.? These large event venues are built to handle serious numbers without sacrificing character. Many even come with in-house tech support, catering options, and flexible layouts to help bring your vision to life—no kilts required, but always welcome. Keep scrolling to find the space that fits your big plans—Edinburgh’s ready when you are.
The cost of large event venues averages around £350 hire fee per event. The final price will depend on location, size, amenities, and demand. Some venues also offer additional packages that include catering, AV equipment, or additional services. Take a look at the usual price ranges in Edinburgh, based on Tagvenue data from July 2026:
| From £180 | to £750 | hire fee per event |
| From £45 | to £180 | hire fee per hour |
| From £500 | to £2500 | hire fee per day |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated July 2026), the best options include:
Versatile Space at Slow Progress Records and Coffee
in Old Town - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘A chill cafe/venue, would definitely book it again.’
carte blanche! at The Voodoo Rooms
in New Town - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘The staff were great and it's a dynamic room that was perfect for the party size.’
Jamaica Yard at Jamaica Yard
in New Town - rated 4.8/5
Venue said: Whether you're planning a private gathering or an event open to the public, our space is available for private hire on evenings and weekends. With a fully staffed cocktail bar, an exterior courtyard, and capacity for 60 standing...
These are the venues within 0.3 mi from central Edinburgh, available to book on Tagvenue:
Based on Tagvenue data (as of July 2026), users looking for large event venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Event Space | prices average £70 hire fee per hour | typically between 50 and 200 guests |
| Hotel | prices average £2000 minimum spend per event | typically between 80 and 200 guests |
| Pub | prices average £180 hire fee per event | typically between 50 and 70 guests |
| Function Room | prices average £500 hire fee per day | typically between 120 and 200 guests |
| Bar | prices average £3420 minimum spend per event | typically between 100 and 250 guests |
Page last updated in July 2026
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