Function Rooms and Venues for Hire in Ballarat

How does the bonus bar tab work?

What is the bonus bar tab?

At Partystar we connect you directly to venues for function enquiries without charging any commission on your booking (unlike our competitors). Since venues aren't paying 10-15% of your booking in commission, they can afford to offer you a bonus bar tab. We think that's a win.

How do I qualify for the bonus bar tab?

The tab is included automatically if it's listed on the venue's function page. To activate it, simply book your function through Partystar and meet the venue's specified requirements (hire charge, minimum spend, or, minimum guests).

Is the bonus ar tab available for every venue?

Not all venues offer a bonus bar tab, but most do. If the venue offers it, it will be clearly indicated in their listing.

When and how is the bonus bar tab applied?

Once your booking is confirmed, the venue will add the bar tab to your overall bar tab. You can use it for drinks on the night.

What if I don't meet the minimum requirements?

The bar tab is only provided if the venue's specified requirements are fulfilled (paying the hire charge, meeting the minimum spend, and meeting the minimum guest numbers). If not, the booking may still proceed, but without the bonus.

What's the typical cost for function venues in Ballarat?

Pricing for function venues in Ballarat varies based on the venue's pricing model. On average, venues charging a room hire fee cost $218 for Saturday events, with prices ranging from $150 to $250 across 4 venues. Minimum spend venues typically cost $1700 per booking, ranging from $1250 to $2000 based on 8 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.

Saturday Pricing

How much do costs vary depending on venue size?

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 $1670 minimum spend, representing a 34% 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.

Saturday Pricing by Venue Size