From $500. 80% free hire. 33 spaces.
Canberra’s venues suit birthdays, corporate events, and private gatherings. From rooftop spaces to stylish bars in Civic and cosy private lounges, there’s something for everyone. Hosting is effortless. Compare the venues below to find your ideal Canberra spot.
Finishes after midnight appear at 1 of the 33 spaces here (3%), against 19% across the 13 cities we list. Plan for an earlier close.
| Saturday | Minimum spend | Hire charge |
|---|---|---|
| Lowest | $300 | $100 |
| Midpoint | $2,000 | $292 |
| Average | $2,149 | $381 |
| Highest | $8,000 | $1,000 |
| Spaces | 25 | 12 |
| Based on 33 Canberra function spaces listed on Partystar, updated . | ||
| Bar tab | Spaces |
|---|---|
| $100 | 3 |
| $50 | 1 |
| Any bonus bar tab | 4 of 33 |
| Capacity | Charge | Lowest | Midpoint | Highest |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Small rooms Up to 70 guests, 5 spaces | Minimum spend | $300 | $1,000 | $3,000 |
| Medium rooms 71 to 140 guests, 12 spaces | Minimum spend | $500 | $2,200 | $3,000 |
| Hire charge | $100 | $300 | $650 | |
| Large rooms 141 guests or more, 16 spaces | Minimum spend | $318 | $2,500 | $8,000 |
| Hire charge | $175 | $285 | $1,000 |
| Measure | Friday | Saturday |
|---|---|---|
| Typical hours | 5 | 5 |
| Shortest | 3 | 3 |
| Longest | 7 | 7 |
| Usual start | 7pm | 7pm |
| Usual finish | 12am | 12am |
You'll find one at 4 of the 33 spaces in Canberra when you enquire through Partystar, 12% against 31% across the 13 cities we list. Look for it on each card.
Of the spaces that set a minimum spend in Canberra, the room is free at 20 of the 25. That is 80%, against 72% across the 13 cities we list.
| Record | Space | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Lowest minimum spend | Pelican Place, The, Gungahlin | $300 up to 50 guests, no hire charge |
| Largest space | Kamberra Function Centre, Lyneham | 400 guests $3,000 minimum spend |
| Smallest groups | Old Canberra Inn, Lyneham | from 20 minimum guest numbers |
| Longest hire | QT Canberra, Canberra | 7 hours 5pm to 12am |
| Biggest bar tab | Psychedeli, Canberra | $100 $2,400 minimum spend |
