Entire Vessel - Lady Cutler Showboat
Berth, 9 Central Pier, Docklands
About the function space
The Lady Cutler Melbourne Showboat is the only way to party.
Let the lady help you to celebrate that special occasion. With the stunning backdrop of the Melbourne city skyline, Bolte Bridge, Williamstown and other possible locations such as Brighton boxes, St Kilda Pier and Sandringham beach; the sights and photo opportunities whilst cruising Melbourne's beautiful bay will impress your guests.
Head to one of our stunning decks, drink in hand, water twinkling beneath, stars shining, and toast to the perfect party. Your guests will love soaking up the views from the bow of the boat as the water rushes past, or they can linger on the side balconies of the vessel if desired.
The lower deck has a bar, club lounge and dance floor, while upstairs can be a dining space, a chill out room or a presentation and nibbles deck.
Catering options include finger food, substantial canapes, buffet style or full sit down meals.
Our well stocked bars can serve a large number of guests quickly for a dance party or full professional waiter service is available for a sit down meal.
This is a truly unique and amazing function opportunity.
$100 Bar Tab Included
Enquire about Entire Vessel at Lady Cutler Showboat in Docklands through Partystar and a bonus $100 bar tab is added to your function. Just make sure your first enquiry comes through Partystar.
Price for fully-exclusive hire
Friday $
Saturday $
Hire Charge
4,000
5,000
+ Minimum spend
0
0
+ Security staff
0
0
= Total
4,000
5,000
Min—max guests
60 — 350
60 — 350
Party duration
7pm — 12am (5 hours)
7pm — 12am (5 hours)
Closing time
12am
12am
Booking terms
All prices provided are for groups 70-99 capacity, if your group is larger than this, the hire price goes down significantly. Please contact our event staff to discuss.
Some food must be either purchased or provided.
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, beverage package
Seasonal surcharges
Public Holidays are an additional $1000 hire
Sun-Thu functions
Sun $4000 (no minimum spend)
Mon - Thurs $3000 (no minimum spend)
Function facilities
- Private bar: Yes
- Private smoking area: Yes
- Private toilets: Yes
- Wheelchair access: No
Smoking area: The lower deck features a balcony with seating and a section has been cordoned off for smokers.
Parking: Multiple paid parking areas within minutes walking distance from the vessel, e.g. Etihad Stadium, Alumbra and Wilson Parking.
Music facilities
This equipment is included in the function hire:
- Amp: No
- PA System: No
- Speakers: No
- AUX input: No
- Jukebox: No
- Dance floor: Yes, proper dance floor
- Mixer: No
- CDJs: No
- CD Player: Yes
- Turntables: No
- Mirror ball: No
- Lighting: No
Can the venue arrange:
- DJ hire: Yes
- Free
background music: No
Can customers bring their own:
- DJ: Yes
- Band: Yes
Noise restrictions: None
Further music facilities/conditions:
iPod plugin is $75.
There is a stage for live music on the upper deck and a DJ dance floor on the lower deck. The vessel also has a house sound system which can accomodate your iPod plugin from guests.
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18th, 21st, bucks & hens party policy
- 18th birthday party: No
- 21st birthday party: Yes
- Bucks party: Yes
- Hens night: Yes
Food / Catering
Presentation facilities
Decorations policy
Ticketed events policy
Contact the Venue Manager
• Ask questions • Check availability
Lock in your $100 bar tab bonus
Get in touch with the right person
Response usually within a few hours
No commitment to book
Frequently asked questions about Entire Vessel at Lady Cutler Showboat
Is there a bar tab bonus available for Lady Cutler Showboat (Entire Vessel)?
Yes. Partystar includes a free $100 bar tab when you enquire about Entire Vessel at Lady Cutler Showboat. To claim the bonus, send your first enquiry through Partystar. If you contact the venue by phone or email before enquiring here, the bonus cannot be applied.
Are 18th birthday parties allowed at Lady Cutler Showboat (Entire Vessel)?
No, the space will not host 18th birthday parties.
Can I bring my own food to a function at Lady Cutler Showboat (Entire Vessel)?
Yes! The venue allows BYO finger food with no restrictions.
About Lady Cutler Showboat
1 function space, up to 350 guests
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Contact the Venue Manager
Contact the Venue Manager
• Ask questions • Check availability
Lock in your $100 bar tab bonus
Get in touch with the right person
Response usually within a few hours
No commitment to book