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Top Cocktail Party Venues in Brisbane
Where better to enjoy a cocktail party with friends than Brisbane? Whether it’s overlooking Moreton Bay or on the banks of the Brisbane River, you’ll be sure to find some exquisite cocktail party venues in the capital of Queensland. From the CBD up the banks of the river and on to Fortitude Valley, the city comes alive in the evenings with plenty of upmarket bars, restaurants and other venues, all offering private venue hire. There is something for everyone – you can book an intimate space for less than $100 per head or go for a more exclusive venue.
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Laneway Bar
70 guestsThe Mix BarWoolloongabba, Brisbane
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MMargot J.
“The Laneway (the Mix Bar) was a fantastic venue for my 40th birthday party.”from $250
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Courtyard and Cellar
50 guestsProud Henry - Wine Bar and GinotecaFortitude Valley, BrisbaneJJulie
“Exceptional range of gins and excellent cocktails and wines. Service was outstanding.”from $1500
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Panorama Room
110 guestsMercure Brisbane Spring HillSpring Hill, BrisbaneDDesi I.
“Beautiful venue and lovely Christmas Decoration.”from $4250
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Heritage Room
100 guestsThe Mix BarWoolloongabba, Brisbane
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JJosie R.
“Had the absolute best experience using the Mix Bar for our engagement party.”from $400
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The Verandah Bar
220 guestsThe Lord AlfredPetrie Terrace, Brisbane
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LLauren M.
“10/10 would recommend The Verandah Bar for any type of party!”from $1500
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The Library
25 guestsOvolo The ValleyFortitude Valley, BrisbaneKKat J.
“Nothing was too much trouble and the event ran perfectly. Would happily recommend them to others.”from $600
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The Grand Games Room
110 guestsOvolo The ValleyFortitude Valley, BrisbaneThe pillarless room is perfect for larger events like weddings, banquets, cocktail parties, seminars and conferences.from $1000
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River Room
80 guestsThe Charming SquireSouth BrisbaneCCynthia C.
“Excellent service, easy to work with, delicious food. Perfect room set up. Planner very accommodating.”from $33
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Veranda
30 guestsHotel Indigo Brisbane City CentreBrisbane CBDBathed in natural light and offering an exotic twist on food and drinks this space is ideal for long table dinners, cocktail events, parties of any type, or a thought-provoking meeting there is an enclave of spaces to escapefrom $500
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Zuma
200 guestsVoco Hotel Brisbane City CentreBrisbane CBDSSuzanne D.
“Great location and set up of rooms. food was exceptional would rate 10/10”from $5000
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Whole Venue
180 guestsEmbassy HotelBrisbane CBDEmbassy Bar & Kitchen is the ideal venue for various occasions, including cocktail parties, birthday celebrations, engagement parties, private dining, networking events, corporate functions, and Christmas parties in Brisbane.from $1000
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The Club
110 guestsMaggie MayNewstead, Brisbane
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CCatherine K.
“The event manager who looked after us on the night Chris was excellent.”from $1000
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FAQs about Top Cocktail Party Venues in Brisbane
Although most venues offer enough room for around 20 to 60 people, you can also find some great locales that have enough space for around 400 people and maybe some more. Cocktail parties are great for friends and small networking events, but they can also be fantastic if you’re planning to host a product launch or any other bigger business event. Just make sure you also have a lot of room for people to sit, not just to stand–your guests will get tired at some point after all!
The best food for a cocktail party is something that your guests can eat on the go. Things like finger foods and appetizers are great choices. Finger foods are the perfect option if you're having a sit-down meal, but you don't want to have to worry about utensils being left behind or dropped in the middle of your event. They also make it easy for people to mingle with each other rather than sit down at a table and wait for their next course.
Here are some examples of great foods for a cocktail party:
-Cheese platters
-Vegetable trays
-Pizza slices
-Chicken wings
With so many great venues to choose from, it’s hard to pick only a few, but here are some of our favourite ones:
- Platform Level at The Transcontinental Hotel - this wonderful space with enough room for up to 400 guests is perfect for big events. The venue offers audio and visual equipment should you have a need for it as well.
- The Library at Ovolo The Valley - with cushions in beautiful colours, Persian rugs and ornaments, this venue is truly one of a kind. Perfect for small and intimate gatherings, you’re going to feel cosy and right at home inside The Library.
- Chelsea Lane at Voco Hotel Brisbane City Centre - enjoy the outside while being shielded from the harsh sun or rain. The lights on the walls of the venue create a magical atmosphere, and the drinks provided inside the venue will have everyone in a good mood in no time.
Your Guide to Hiring Cocktail Party Venues in Brisbane
Wondering what kind of spaces you can expect to find in Brisbane? Here are some of the most popular kinds of cocktail party venues in the city:
- There are many multipurpose event venues in Brisbane available for private hire. These often have private rooms of various sizes. Such venues are usually slightly more expensive than bars or restaurants. On the other hand, if you’d prefer to enjoy the exclusivity of the venue, this is the perfect option. If you’re looking for a view of the water, there are plenty of stunning spaces for a drinks reception on the banks of the Brisbane River. Most event venues charge a session or day hire fee with prices ranging from $700 to $30,000 for a large space with a capacity for 1,500 guests.
- If you prefer a bar or restaurant venue, Brisbane has a lot of variety for you to choose from. You can opt for a very classic and elegant restaurant near Roma Street or hire an outdoor beach bar in South Brisbane for a more laid-back vibe. Brisbane also has a few breweries and wine bars offering private function rooms if you’re looking for either a beer or wine affair. These venues will either work with a minimum spend or, for a seated dinner, may charge per person rates. Minimum spend for cocktail party venues in Brisbane starts at around $500 and goes into the thousands while you can find rates as low as $15 with the average being around $65 per guest.
- Last but not least, in Brisbane, you’ll also find several hotels with spaces for private receptions. Most of them are located between Brisbane City Hall and the Botanic Gardens. Some even hire out their pool bars – how about a poolside cocktail party? Depending on the hotel, they may charge per person rates or require a minimum spend. Per person rates go from as little as $55, while minimum spend starts at $1,500.
These are some of the most popular parts of Brisbane for cocktail parties:
- Brisbane CBD and Fortitude Valley are where you’re going to find most cocktail party venues in Brisbane. In and around Turbot Street, Edward Street and George Street are the best places to start your search in the city centre. Whickham Street, Ann Street and Little Street are the most vibrant cocktail party spots to explore in Fortitude Valley.
- How about South Brisbane? This area is home to a handful of beautiful venues including the picturesque Greek Club, a couple of bars and an outdoor beach club overlooking the river. Just to the east, in Woolloongabba and Kangaroo Point, you’ll find even more unique venues for cocktail parties to remember.
- If you feel like going off the beaten path, head west of Brisbane to Milton. Here you can choose from a handful of venues offering private function rooms for hire. This is the perfect pick if you’d like to host your cocktail party in a Thai restaurant or a hip brewery.
