Melbourne knows how to throw a proper 21st birthday. Choose from stylish private rooms in the CBD, rooftop bars in Southbank, or vibrant venues in Fitzroy. Many venues include a free $100 bar tab. Whether it’s an intimate dinner, a playlist-fuelled dance night, or somewhere in between, Melbourne has your perfect party spot. Start browsing below and make your milestone birthday one to remember.
Discover a wide range of venues across Melbourne perfect for any private party or celebration.
Find Melbourne venues available for hire that suit any occasion, style, or budget.
Pricing for 21st birthday venues in Melbourne varies based on the venue's pricing model. On average, venues charging a room hire fee cost $519 for Saturday events, with prices ranging from $150 to $2000 across 67 venues. Minimum spend venues typically cost $2529 per booking, ranging from $200 to $9999 based on 117 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 | $150 | $519 | $2000 |
| Minimum Spend | $200 | $2529 | $9999 |
Venue pricing varies significantly based on capacity. On average, small venues (up to 70 guests) are more budget-friendly and cost $1875 minimum spend on Saturday events. Medium venues (71-140 guests) typically cost $2445 minimum spend, representing a 30% increase over small venues. Large venues (over 140 guests) average $2949 minimum spend, costing 1.6x more than small venues, reflecting their expanded facilities and capacity.
| Size | Type | Min. | Avg. | Max. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Small (≤70) |
Hire | $200 | $493 | $1500 |
| Spend | $500 | $1875 | $6000 | |
| Medium (71-140) |
Hire | $150 | $499 | $2000 |
| Spend | $400 | $2445 | $9999 | |
| Large (>140) |
Hire | $200 | $541 | $1900 |
| Spend | $200 | $2949 | $6600 |
Pricing data reflects venues listed as of January 2026.
