Make a toast to forever with the 5 best engagement party venues in Melbourne
When you’re about to get married, it’s only natural to celebrate every step you take before the grand day; bridal showers, bachelor and bachelorette parties, and of course, the engagement party.
It’s the first big occasion where your closest friends and family come together to celebrate and toast your love.
So, if you’re looking for the perfect spot to throw a memorable event, these engagement party venues in Melbourne know how to set the stage for that event.
How much do engagement party venues cost in Melbourne?
Most engagement party venues in Melbourne cost around 1,000 AUD to 10,000 AUD per hire. Other venues charge 80 AUD to 250 AUD per person.
1. Concrete Boots Bar
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Address: 381 Burnley St, Richmond VIC 3121, Australia
Phone: 03 9029 8459
Business hours:
- Wednesday to Thursday: 4–11 PM
- Friday: 4 PM–1 AM
- Saturday: 12 PM–1 AM
(Available anytime for a function)
Concrete Boots Bar is primarily a pub and bar in Richmond serving local beers, cocktails, and wines. However, they also offer function spaces for events such as weddings, hens and bucks nights, and especially engagement parties.
If you let this place be your host for your event, that only means the drinks will keep flowing, keeping the fun alive and the nights longer. Don’t worry, though — they’ll also serve bar grub throughout the night, not just drinks!
You’ve got two options for the venue: first, you can reserve a section of the bar, which is perfect for 15–50 guests. Alternatively, you can hire the entire venue if you’re aiming for a bigger party — it can accommodate up to 150 guests!
What’s really impressive about this venue is that they let you take control of your party — from the floor plan and decorations to the playlist, it’s your call! You can even bring your own band or DJ.
You’ll have to bring and set up your own decorations, though. Check out their reviews to see why so many people love hosting their events here.
Nothing short of amazing
“The team at Concrete Boots Bar really did go above and beyond. We hosted our engagement party here and we couldn’t have hoped for a better venue. From our initial meeting, Jes was attentive and understood our vision for the day. Leading up to the event, the communication was second to none and the setup on the day was perfect. The staff are incredibly helpful, welcoming and have your best interest at heart. I will be recommending Concrete Boots Bar to anyone in the future who has a special event to plan.”
Matthew Coombs, Google Reviews
Recommended
“I had my engagement party here and the staff are amazing – extremely friendly and very hardworking. The venue fit 90 people easily. There was plenty of food for everyone and people loved all the drink options. Andrew is happy to help cater to your every request, including budget and decorations, and make holding the party very easy. 10/10 would recommend. Thanks, team!”
Jamie Salter, Google Reviews
2. Diagora Events
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Address: 46 Straker St, North Melbourne VIC
Phone: +61493078879
Business hours: Monday to Sunday, 9 AM–3 AM
Diagora is a warehouse-style venue offering a high-end and sophisticated space for your engagement party. The diversity in colors and textures inside allows the designers to tailor the space and suit a variety of event themes.
They have multiple venue spaces that can accommodate from 80 to 300 guests.
With Diagora, they’re not just a mere venue hire; they’ve also got everything in your party covered, including catering, design, setup, and more.
Their packages are pretty vast and flexible, where a complete course of meals and options for cocktails and seating arrangements are included.
Overall, Diagora is well-equipped, especially if the engagement party is combined with announcements, speeches, or even a performance.
One thing to consider is that the venue hire price is a little expensive before you even add the catering, decorations, etc.
Amazing
“I’m so glad I came across Diagora when looking for a venue for my fiancé’s engagement party. Diagora was the first venue I looked at, and I instantly fell in love with it. The venue itself is so stunning. It somehow manages to feel elegant without feeling overdone, yet still flexible enough for you to put your personal touch on it. Also, so many backdrops, so stunning photos throughout the venue. My friends and family couldn’t stop talking about how great it was and how much of a hidden gem it is. Not to mention, great location! Lots of parking available, and the train station is a quick 10-minute walk away.”
Shanae Muleta, Google Reviews
10/10
I had my engagement party here at Diagora, and I cannot recommend this venue enough. The team is so friendly, attentive, and made sure the night ran smoothly and the way that we wanted. Will be recommending this venue to all of my family and friends. Thank you, Diagora, for an amazing and unforgettable experience!
Melissa, Google Reviews
3. All Smiles Waterfront
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Address: 55 Newquay Promenade, Docklands VIC
Phone: +61404001165
Make your engagement party more special and magical at All Smiles with stunning waterfront views of Victoria Harbour, skyline reflections, and an elegant space with glass windows.
However, this is the kind of venue that you need to book on prime dates if you want to enjoy the best views.
This venue offers a cocktail-style setup that can accommodate up to 120 guests.
Along with the venue, All Smiles offers two main food and drinks packages: the grazing package and the cocktail meal package.
The grazing package is ideal if your engagement party is happening outside of meal windows. While the cocktail meal package comes with an unlimited food service, it is more suitable if the event is longer and falls within a meal window.
There’s also a bar that serves various drinks throughout the party.
We had the best night of our lives
“We literally do that. We were so grateful we went with All Smiles, from the get-go go we had that promising feeling. Nua, you were nothing but fantastic to us. Such a smooth process. Everyone loved the venue, the food was great, and I can’t get over how accommodating you and your team are.
Massive thank you to everyone involved in making our engagement party the most perfect night we could have ever dreamed of.”
Shelley S, Google Reviews
Would highly recommend!
“We recently had our engagement party here. The venue was stunning, staff were so accommodating, kind, and friendly. The food was incredible, and all our guests commented on how wonderful everything was.”
Lilly J, Google Reviews
4. Leonda By The Yarra
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Address: 2 Wallen Rd, Hawthorn VIC
Phone: +61398191933
Business hours: Monday to Sunday, 9 AM–5 PM
Leonda sits on the riverbank of the Yarra surrounded by water views, gardens, and trees. It’s a luxurious venue combined with natural beauty outside.
This venue is excellent for couples who want something romantic, elegant, and perhaps a beautiful photo setting.
The couple can even stay and wait at the VIP lounge before the event starts. And if you want to end the party in style, they can depart the venue using the venue’s private jetty.
They offer both indoor and outdoor options that can accommodate a large number of guests of up to 1,000. So, if you’re looking into special moments like drinks by the water or ceremonies, Leonda is worth looking into.
The location is lovely and accessible, but may require a little travel. And a larger scale means more elaborate planning, especially on logistics.
Great spot.
“Went to an engagement party. Friendly staff, nice food. Clean and tidy, great balcony overlooking the river.”
Dennis Stevens, Google Reviews
What can we say but Wow!
“Leonda by the Yarra are the experts in weddings. We always love serving our Bubble Tea with them. Their staff always go the extra mile and there’s always a lovely smiling face at the reception to help with any questions when we set up our Bubble Tea cart. Their food is always tasty and cooked perfectly. You can see the love and effort they put into every plate. Always love coming back there, we just feel so welcomed!”
Shanahan Events, Google Reviews
5. Aunty Kim’s
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Address: 92-94 Johnston St, Collingwood VIC
Phone: +61456009448
If you’re looking for a more intimate engagement party, Aunty Kim’s is a great option. The venue can accommodate up to 70 seated or 100 standing guests.
Aside from the venue, they also provide food and drink menus and styling.
Their expert team will work closely with you to guide you through their event packages and create the best theme and setup for the ideal party.
If you pick Aunty Kim’s, think about how you want to use the layout (split/whole), lighting, and the mood. Trust me, you’ll want the best setup for your photos.
Think of Aunty Kim’s as a venue with a specialty, just like how the food and drinks menu are seasonal and gourmet. So, expect the cost per person to be a little higher.
All beyond our expectations.
“We chose Aunty Kim’s for an Engagement celebration. Absolutely beyond wonderful! From the ambience of the stunning space, the incredibly delicious and beautifully presented food, to the expertly accommodating staff.”
Vesna Kustura, Google Reviews
Great
“My husband and I last night had a lovely night with our friends celebrating a 30th Birthday and an Engagement. It was a great night. The food was good and the staff were great too.”
Fay Greenough, Google Reviews