Ballarat has plenty of 18th birthday venues. From classic pubs to modern private spaces, these spots welcome milestone celebrations with open arms. Most offer a complimentary $100 bar tab. Browse below to find your perfect venue.
Pricing for 18th birthday venues in Ballarat varies based on the venue's pricing model. On average, venues charging a room hire fee cost $250 for Saturday events, with prices ranging from $250 to $250 across 1 venues. Minimum spend venues typically cost $1550 per booking, ranging from $1250 to $2000 based on 5 venues. Final costs depend on factors including venue capacity, suburb location, day of the week, security guard charges and extensions to the guaranteed hire duration. Additional expenses may include DJ hire, entertainment, specialised catering, decorations.
| Pricing Type | Min. | Avg. | Max. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Room Hire Fee | $250 | $250 | $250 |
| Minimum Spend | $1250 | $1550 | $2000 |
Venue pricing varies significantly based on capacity. On average, small venues (up to 70 guests) are more budget-friendly and cost $1250 minimum spend on Saturday events. Medium venues (71-140 guests) typically cost $1500 minimum spend, representing a 20% increase over small venues. Large venues (over 140 guests) average $2000 minimum spend, costing 1.6x more than small venues, reflecting their expanded facilities and capacity.
| Size | Type | Min. | Avg. | Max. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Small (≤70) |
Hire | $250 | $250 | $250 |
| Spend | $1250 | $1250 | $1250 | |
| Medium (71-140) |
Hire | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Spend | $1500 | $1500 | $1500 | |
| Large (>140) |
Hire | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Spend | $2000 | $2000 | $2000 |
Pricing data reflects venues listed as of December 2025.
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