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Popular Melbourne Affordable venues

While Melbourne is famous for being sophisticated, artsy and totally into its food scene, tying the knot in this vibrant city needn’t blow your budget. There are so many wonderful affordable wedding Melbourne venues to explore, whether an intimate space for a cosy guest list, or a bigger venue adding plenty of value for money. Talk to our Venue Specialists about your budget — they’ll be able to suggest the right venues to match.

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  • Decades of experience in sourcing top venues across Australia.
  • Exclusive access to a vast array of unique venues and insights into new venue openings nationwide.
  • Dedicated Venue Concierge for tailored event support, whether it's a one-off event or ongoing event calendar needs.

  • Personalised venue matching tailored to your brief and budget, with no extra cost.
  • Availability confirmation, site visits arranged, and quotes requested for you.
  • Simplified comparison options to facilitate swift decision-making and approval from stakeholders.

  • Exclusive access to high-rated suppliers, including music, photography, AV, and accommodation.
  • Expert event advice and support from a team of seasoned event professionals.
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  • Orpa

    The concierge team were patient with all my questions, helped identify venues that suited our budget and taste, arranged the viewings, and helped us secure our dream venue for our wedding.

  • Grace

    The Concierge team were incredibly helpful and professional. They sent me suggestions for beautiful venues and went above and beyond to help me understand how wedding venue hire works generally. Highly recommend!

  • Josh

    The Concierge team were absolutely amazing and had the trusted advisor approach of providing information that we would need but wouldn't know to ask for, checking in about viewing bookings, and suggesting venues that really catered to our needs!

  • Nicole

    The Concierge team has helped me so much! With their guidance we were able to work out the venue that we really want & with her patience in helping us we found the venue that ticks all the boxes!

  • Sierra

    Would strongly recommend the Concierge service. They help you manage the bookings with the different venues - from making the appointments, to managing schedule changes and even giving helpful reminders, everything was handled by them which really took the stress off of the venue search.

Our Affordable Venues in Melbourne

River’s Edge
Docklands, Victoria, 3008 5.0

With breathtaking Yarra views, customisable menus and a modern yet versatile space you can create the perfect romantic night at River’s Edge.

  • Prime waterfront location in the CBD
  • Customisable layout for all floorplans
  • Modern design for complete customisation
  • High quality in-house AV systems
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Canvas House
South Melbourne, Victoria, 3205 5.0

Canvas House is the perfect choice for couples seeking a unique, warehouse-style venue that combines elegance with a welcoming, homey feel.

  • High ceilings with exposed beams
  • Central kitchen and fireplace lounge
  • 300 guest capacity for cocktail events
  • Customisable catering options
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Space and Time North Melbourne
North Melbourne, Victoria, 3051 5.0

Space and Time provides the perfect backdrop for weddings and receptions, providing an extra wow factor with its one of a kind interstellar aesthetic and multimodal space. Not only will you be able to curate the layout of the location to suit your vision, but the high tech amenities on site allow for tailored ambience options that will wow your guests. Opt for a quarter, half or full use of the room to suit the size of your gatherings, while the venue’s seasoned events professionals help you curate a magical celebration you won’t soon forget.

  • Customisable ambient ceiling art to create the ideal atmosphere for your event
  • Flexible spaces that can be adjusted for both large and intimate gatherings
  • Projection walls designed for showcasing large-scale visuals and artworks
  • A wide range of display pieces, including furniture, dry bars, and multimodal walls, to design your ideal setting
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Chapel 1885
Collingwood, Victoria, 3066 5.0

Micro-weddings and intimate soirées elevate the ordinary, offering an unmatched experience for discerning couples at Chapel 1885. This chic, converted chapel features stunning interiors for a truly unforgettable celebration.

  • Converted chapel, with high-end interior and decor
  • First place in the Wedding Venue, Unique category at the 2023 AWA Wedding Industry Awards
  • Host up to 100 guests standing or 70 seated
  • Complete event planning service included
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Poodle Bar & Bistro
Fitzroy, Victoria, 3065 5.0

With the ability to host your wedding ceremony and reception in the one spot, Poodle Bar & Bistro is a convenient choice for couples. Choose canapes or share-style set menus for the ultimate culinary experience in an architecturally-designed space amid stunning heritage features and art-adorned walls.

  • Terrific dining experience in an eclectic space
  • Chic and cosy dark ambience
  • Award-winning restaurant
  • Various spaces to choose from to host your event
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De Bortoli Yarra Valley
Dixons Creek, Victoria, 3775 5.0

Celebrate your love at Locale in De Bortoli Yarra Valley, where stunning vineyards and exquisite cuisine create the perfect backdrop for your special day.

  • Scenic photo opportunities throughout the vineyard estate
  • Authentic Italian cuisine crafted from the freshest ingredients
  • Versatile indoor and outdoor spaces for a range of event types
  • Award-winning De Bortoli wines for the perfect pairing to the cuisine
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Hotel Fitzroy
Fitzroy, Victoria, 3065 5.0

Celebrate your love at Hotel Fitzroy with modern spaces, delicious food and stunning city views, perfect for your dream wedding.

  • Excellent Japanese culinary experience
  • Convenient location just north of Melbourne’s CBD
  • City skyline views from the rooftop
  • Beautifully preserved 1854 facade and refurbished interiors
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Victoria by Farmer’s Daughters
Melbourne, Victoria, 3004 5.0

Celebrate your wedding at Victoria by Farmer’s Daughters where waterfront views and exceptional cuisine come together to create an unforgettable day.

  • Prime location in Federation Square with stunning Yarra River views
  • Unique culinary experiences with fresh, seasonal produce
  • Premium Victorian wines and crafted cocktails
  • Versatile event spaces with modern amenities
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    How To Find An Affordable Melbourne Wedding Venue

    On the lookout for an affordable Melbourne wedding venue hire? We can help you find that perfect space that suits your budget without sacrificing style.

    What’s affordable to one couple might not be affordable to another, so let’s be really specific about how wedding venue pricing works in Melbourne.

    Most local wedding venues price their menus with a per person fee, usually starting around $100 per guest. Daytime weddings tend to be more affordable while evening weddings might start closer to $120 per guest. Weekday weddings can save couples more money as well. During off-peak dates, you might even more savings.

    Venue hire fees are usually charged as either a flat rate or a minimum spend on food and beverage. Depending on the type of venue and the length of what you’re hosting, this number can vary significantly. We’ve seen hire fees for park wedding ceremonies that are as low as a few hundred dollars, but we’ve also seen minimum spends of $20,000+ for popular restaurants that have to close to the public in order to host a wedding.

    So, how do you know when you’re getting a good deal? That’s where our expertise comes in. Our Venue Specialists will be happy to discuss pricing with you if you’re after an affordable Melbourne wedding venue. Contact us today for more info .

    Venue Specialist Tip No. 1: Determine Your Budget Before You Create Your Guest List

    Before you jump into searching for the most affordable Melbourne wedding venues, have a conversation with your partner about what you can realistically spend on your wedding. Take absolutely every budget item into consideration, including attire, food & beverage, venue hire fees, flowers, photography, and more.

    Once you have a total number in mind, you can break that down to sort out how many guests you’ll be able to invite to your wedding. Smaller weddings are almost always the most affordable option.

     

    Venue Specialist Tip No. 2: Prioritise What You’re Looking for in a Wedding Venue

    When you’re planning a wedding, it’s easy to want the best of everything, but creating a priority list is a great way to check-in with each other as a couple and decide what factors are must-haves. This helps you to make decisions quickly and effectively, staying within your budget all the while.

    Maybe you’re happy to marry in a quiet beach ceremony without guests and follow that with an intimate reception with a small guest list. Or, perhaps you’d prefer to keep your wedding affordable by hosting it on a weekday.

     

    Venue Specialist Tip No. 3: Consider Having a Shorter Wedding Reception

    Many couples looking for an affordable Melbourne wedding venue end up cutting the celebration a little shorter than they’d initially planned. Instead of hosting your friends and family over an 8-hour celebration, you might decide that 6 hours at a venue will do.

    This is an especially great way to approach restaurant wedding venues, as they may be able to sneak in an early dinner seating prior to closing for your wedding.

     

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Because Melbourne is known for its incredible food scene, many couples opt to go with a short wedding reception at a local restaurant if they’re hoping to keep costs low.

    Many large wedding venues like ballrooms and hotel wedding venues offer lower pricing for weekday and daytime weddings.

    Enquire with our Melbourne Venue Specialists for more wedding pricing and package info .

    Wedding prices range depending on the type of venue, size of your guest list and your wedding date. We generally say that $100-120 per guest is an affordable wedding venue price range.

    If you’re booking a ceremony or reception site without catering, the cost can be as low as a few hundred dollars to use the space. For instance, if you’re booking a local garden or park for your wedding, $50-800 might cover the cost of a donation or a permit.

    Pricing varies widely for wedding receptions, even at the most affordable Melbourne wedding venues. A short, daytime wedding on a weekday with only light refreshments could be as cheap as $80 per guest. However, most couples report spending closer to $100-150 per guest for an evening weekend wedding including catering costs in Melbourne.

    You can find specific wedding package pricing by visiting venue profiles on VenueCrew.

    Our Venue Specialists are friendly and make it easy to talk through the wedding venue options that best suit your budget. We’re transparent about pricing so you can make the decision that’s right for you. We also pride ourselves on our venue matchmaking skills.

    Most couples visit anywhere from three to dozens of wedding venues before deciding on the right one for them. One of the reasons we started our Venue Finder services is to make the process significantly easier for couples by sending them only to the wedding venues that really fit their style, budget, and dream wedding vision. It’s our priority to streamline the process so that you’re only deciding between the very best affordable Melbourne wedding venue options that are right for you.

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