Cheap Birthday Party Venues for Hire in Melbourne

The cost of hiring a cheap birthday party venue in Melbourne can vary depending on several factors. But the average cost for renting a cheap birthday party venue in Melbourne can range from  $119 per hour for smaller spaces to $388 per hour for larger venues. You can also find minimum spend venues, which can cost anywhere from $800 for small private dining rooms to several thousand dollars for larger party venues.  If you choose a venue that offers party packages, prices will start at $21 per person. (All data from Tagvenue.)

You can start your search with these highly rated and affordable venues:

The Purple Emerald Lounge Bar - The group reservation spaces at this iconic cocktail bar in Northcote can fit up to 40 guests for only $5 minimum spend. You can save even more money during your party by taking advantage of their drink specials.

The Beer Garden at The National Hotel - Book your birthday party at this beer garden in Richmond that can fit up to 25 guests for only $50 minimum spend. This al fresco venue is open all year round and provides heating during colder months. Guests praise the venue’s atmosphere, good food, and low prices. 

Retro Cinema 3 at Abbots Yard - Hiring a unique venue for a birthday is a great opportunity to take advantage of a low cost event, and the Retro Cinema on Victoria Street is no exception. This retrofitted shipping container seats 10 for only a $40 minimum spend.

There are plenty of cheap birthday party venues for hire in the city. When exploring these venues, you should start by focusing on a few key elements:

• Choose an Affordable Venue Type: You should start your search by exploring inexpensive venue types such as community centres, parks or clubs. You can also check unconventional venues like rooftop bars or beer gardens with minimum spends during off-peak hours or function rooms at pubs.

• Don’t Overpay: Some venues will require you to spend a minimum amount on food and drinks instead of an hourly rate. This can be cost-effective if you plan on spending that amount anyway. However, you should compare minimum spends across different venues to find the best deal. If you choose to go with a venue that charges an hourly rate, try to negotiate, especially if booking during off-peak times.

• Reduce the Cost of Your Catering. If the venue allows you to bring your own food and drinks, you can save on catering costs. However, some BYO (Bring Your Own) venues might have corkage fees (charges for bringing your own alcohol). You can search for these types of venues on our platform by using the BYO filter. 

There are many other strategies you can use to reduce the cost of your birthday party.