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About the function space

Watson's is a fully licenced private event venue only 3km from Cairns CBD that is perfect for mid - large scale private or business event. The indoor and outdoor spaces can be styled and decorated to suit any theme, and there is 4-star resort accommodation right across the road, which makes it very convenient for both local and out-of-town guests.

The venue includes an air-conditioned Club Room, an undercover outdoor Patio, an open-air Laneway, and a large Marquee Lawn. There is also a private air-conditioned meeting room perfect for small workshops or business meetings. Combine them all for a great celebration.

There is also a 10m red carpet for hire for those special events.

Function facilities

Private bar: Yes
Private smoking area: Yes

Private toilets: Yes
Wheelchair access: Yes

Smoking area: As designated depending the booking.

Parking: Complimentary on-site parking for up to 100 vehicles including dedicated disabled parking and wheelchair access ramp.

Music facilities

This equipment is available in the function space free of charge:

Amp: Yes
PA System: Yes
Speakers: Yes
AUX input: No
Jukebox: No
Dance floor: Yes, proper dance floor

Mixer: No
CDJs: No
CD Player: No
Turntables: No
Mirror ball: No
Lighting: No

Can the venue arrange:

DJ hire: No
Free
background music: Yes

Can customers bring their own:

DJ: Yes
Band: Yes

Noise restrictions: Reasonable levels

Price list for private party hire

Help

Friday $

Saturday $

Hire Charge

1,000

+ Minimum spend

500

on drinks

500

on drinks

+ Security staff

= Total

1,500

Min—max guests

100 — 500

Party duration

6pm — 12am (6 hours)

Closing time

12am

Further conditions

The minimum spend varies alongside the number of guests.
The listed minimum spend of $1500 is based on 60-80 guests.

The breakdown is as follows:
Up to 40 people: $500 min spend
40 - 60 people: $1000 min spend
60 - 80 people: $1500 min spend
80 - 100 people: $2000 min spend
100 - 150 people: $2500 min spend
150+ people: $3500 min spend

If you do not require alcoholic beverages there is an upfront fee of $500 to cover staff and set-up costs.

Cleaning is included in the hire cost. Excessive cleaning costs will be charged additional.

Underage policy

Underage guests are permitted until close (12am), providing the underage guest is in the company of a responsible adult who is responsibly supervising them. One separate responsible adult per each underage guest.

Drink options

Bar tab, Cash bar/Pay as you go (minimum spend must be reached first), beverage package

Seasonal surcharges

None. Same hire conditions all weekends of the year.

Sun-Thu functions

Midweek pricing is the same as weekends.

18th, 21st, bucks & hens party policy

18th birthday party: Yes
21st birthday party: Yes

Bucks party: No
Hens night: No

Underage parties are not permitted.

Food / Catering

Can the venue provide:

Finger food: Yes
Meals: Yes

Can customers bring their own:

Finger food: No
Cake: Yes

Presentation facilities

In-house presentation facilities available for use at no extra charge:

Microphone/PA: Yes
Stage: Yes
DVD Player: No

Data projector: Yes
Projector screen: Yes
Large TV/Plasma/LCD: Yes

Further presentation facilities/conditions:

Internet, whiteboard, lectern

Decorations policy

Can the venue:

Arrange decorations: Yes

Put up decorations: Yes

Restrictions: Nothing is to be affixed to the walls or any structural elements of the room.

Ticketed events policy

Can the customer charge for their function:

At the door: Yes

Presale: Yes

Events at Watson's - Venue hire terms