Bendigo has venues for all types of gatherings, from lively pubs to intimate bars and private function rooms. Whether it’s a birthday, engagement, or work event, you’ll find something suitable. Many venues include a complimentary $100 bar tab. Planning is straightforward. Browse below to compare prices and find your perfect Bendigo venue.
Pricing for function venues in Bendigo varies based on the venue's pricing model. On average, venues charging a room hire fee cost $350 for Saturday events, with prices ranging from $150 to $800 across 5 venues. Minimum spend venues typically cost $1400 per booking, ranging from $500 to $2250 based on 9 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 | $350 | $800 |
| Minimum Spend | $500 | $1400 | $2250 |
Venue pricing varies significantly based on capacity. On average, small venues (up to 70 guests) are more budget-friendly and cost $1175 minimum spend on Saturday events. Medium venues (71-140 guests) typically cost $1417 minimum spend, representing a 21% increase over small venues. Large venues (over 140 guests) average $1500 minimum spend, costing 1.3x more than small venues, reflecting their expanded facilities and capacity.
| Size | Type | Min. | Avg. | Max. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Small (≤70) |
Hire | $150 | $150 | $150 |
| Spend | $1000 | $1175 | $1350 | |
| Medium (71-140) |
Hire | $250 | $450 | $800 |
| Spend | $1000 | $1417 | $2250 | |
| Large (>140) |
Hire | $250 | $250 | $250 |
| Spend | $500 | $1500 | $2000 |
Pricing data reflects venues listed as of December 2025.
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