Metropolis Weddings
Exuding luxury and sophistication, and with unparalleled vistas of the city skyline and Yarra River, Metropolis Events is a truly memorable wedding setting.
Whether you wish for an intimate or grand affair, this unique Melbourne venue is a flexible location with an extraordinary in-house events team that goes above and beyond to bring your dream wedding to life.
The Scene at Metropolis Events Melbourne
Sitting on the banks of the Yarra River, Metropolis Events Melbourne is a wedding venue that has become synonymous with luxury. The iconic New York loft-style space is set in the city’s bustling Southbank and provides sensational water and city views from its top floor location.
Metropolis features elegant details throughout, including backlit brass bars, a 17m-high dome ceiling with projection capabilities, and impressive 9m-high windows. After your ceremony in the Aviary Room, you can choose to celebrate your newlywed status in flexible indoor and outdoor locations — raise a glass on the terrace or dance the night away amongst the backdrop of sheer drapes and floor-to-ceiling windows in the Panorama Room.
Dedicated to bringing your dream wedding to life, the professional wedding planner onsite will ensure no small detail of your day is overlooked. A superbly appointed bridal suite, bespoke menu creation — everything will be tailored to your wedding desire.
Surrounded by an array of popular restaurants, bars, and hotels, and with excellent public transport links nearby, the venue is a stylish and easily accessible choice.
Metropolis Events Melbourne Wedding Ceremonies
For a lavish wedding ceremony setting, look no further than Metropolis Events Melbourne’s elegant Aviary Room.
The bright and airy space features a peaked atrium roof, floor-to-ceiling windows that flood the room with natural light, plus a stylish lounge area which leads to an adjoining VIP suite.
Adjoining the Aviary Room is an all-weather terrace which is ideal for post-ceremony celebrations. The private alfresco area provides stunning vistas of the city skyline and its fairy-light setting provides a magical backdrop for photos.
Metropolis Events Melbourne Wedding Receptions
With nine metre-high windows providing sweeping Melbourne views and a contemporary interior delivering an elegant atmosphere, the Panorama Room is a memorable spot to dance the night away.
What Metropolis does better than any other Melbourne wedding venue is light. The towering walls of windows let just the right amount of golden glow into the Panorama Room as the sun sets on the city, bringing lively city lights as the night goes on. The city views from this perch are simply unrivalled.
If you’ve always envisioned a cool industrial style wedding that feels simultaneously chic and luxurious, this stylish venue is right up your alley. It’s easy to create long dining tables that feel lavish and you’ll still have plenty of space to install plush lounge areas and cosy nooks within the open-plan space.
Your venue hire at Metropolis includes a shiny black dancefloor and a full package of lighting that means you can wash the room in the lighting colour of your choice while setting the perfect scene for an epic dance party.
Wedding Photography Near Metropolis Events Melbourne
Some of the most popular wedding photography locations near Metropolis Events Melbourne are:
- Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne
- Flinders Lane
- Parliament House Steps
- St Vincent Gardens, Albert Park
Capacity
Up to
900
Standing 
Up to
320
Dining 
Up to
400
Theatre 
Up to
272
Cabaret 
Up to
87
Classroom 
Up to
320
Dinner & Dance Wedding Venue Details
Ceremony Only
Reception Only
3000
Facilities
In-house Catering
Sit Down
Cocktail
Food Stations
Shared Platters
Spaces At This Venue
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Panorama Room
With an impressive backlit brass bar, nine-metre floor-to-ceiling windows, and rich furnishings, the Panorama Room is an ideal space for celebrations or corporate gatherings. The sun-soaked room has capacity for up to 450 theatre guests or up to 750 in a cocktail setting, and can also be partitioned to allow for smaller spaces or breakout areas.
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Aviary Room
Flooded with natural light and elegant furnishings, the Aviary Room is an elegant space for intimate occasions. Featuring an art-deco style bar, in-built audio-visual, and a stylish lounge area with plush decor, the Aviary Room provides a luxurious setting for guests. The attached terrace overlooks the city skyline.
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Full Venue
Exclusive full venue hire is available for large events of up to 1,100 guests in a cocktail setting and guests will have access to the Panorama Room, Aviary Room and the terrace.
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With an impressive backlit brass bar, nine-metre floor-to-ceiling windows, and rich furnishings, the Panorama Room is an ideal space for celebrations or corporate gatherings. The sun-soaked room has capacity for up to 450 theatre guests or up to 750 in a cocktail setting, and can also be partitioned to allow for smaller spaces or breakout areas.
Guest Capacity
Standing: 0 - 750Dining: 0 - 402
Theatre: 0 - 470
Cabaret: 0 - 272
Classroom: 0 - 120
Dinner & Dance: 0 - 320
Features
Wi-FiAudiovisual (AV) equipment
Air conditioning
Natural light
Accessible venue
Dance floor
Flooded with natural light and elegant furnishings, the Aviary Room is an elegant space for intimate occasions. Featuring an art-deco style bar, in-built audio-visual, and a stylish lounge area with plush decor, the Aviary Room provides a luxurious setting for guests. The attached terrace overlooks the city skyline.
Guest Capacity
Standing: 0 - 250Dining: 0 - 120
Theatre: 0 - 125
Cabaret: 0 - 72
Classroom: 0 - 200
Features
Wi-FiAudiovisual (AV) equipment
Air conditioning
Natural light
Accessible venue
Dance floor
Exclusive full venue hire is available for large events of up to 1,100 guests in a cocktail setting and guests will have access to the Panorama Room, Aviary Room and the terrace.
Guest Capacity
Standing: 0 - 1100Features
Wi-FiAudiovisual (AV) equipment
Air conditioning
Natural light
Accessible venue
Dance floor
Events Catering
Location
Hotels Near Metropolis
- Crown Hotel
- Grand Hyatt Melbourne
- The Langham, Melbourne
Restaurants Near Metropolis
- Chin Chin
- Arbory Bar & Eatery
- MoVida
Parks Near Metropolis
- Melbourne Park
- Royal Botanic Gardens
Attractions Near Metropolis
- National Gallery of Victoria
- Queen Victoria Gardens
- Federation Square
- Parliament Building
- St Paul’s Cathedral
Venue Testimonials
The team exceeded our expectations! Their attention to detail, professionalism and amazing level of service, made our day more than words can express.
Claire
Metropolis Events were simply amazing and so professional throughout our whole wedding. Let’s be honest, the venue speaks for its self, it’s simply breathtaking! The food and consumer service was second to none. Our guests were left in awe the whole night - everything was simply perfect. My husband and I would highly recommend Metropolis Events as a wedding venue.
Nurel S
The whole experience was just amazing. The venue to the staff to the food to the planner we had- she was amazing. Every stage I couldn't fault! Fabulous!
Rachel
Frequently Asked Questions
Five-hour wedding packages start from $219 per guest and include dining and beverages. Ceremony hire is $3,000 and reception venue hire is $3,500.
Additional fees include security, required at $65 per hour per guard.
Metropolis Events conducts quarterly group menu tastings. Your Event Planner will advise which date will be available for you to attend based on the seasonal menu which will be applicable for your wedding date.
The menu tasting will give you the opportunity to sample a variety of dishes personally selected by our Head Chef to give you an indication of the quality, portion sizes and presentation of our dishes and the opportunity to sample our beverage packages.
The group menu tasting is extended to the wedding couple only. Once RSVP’s have been received, there may be the opportunity to open up the tasting to include a limited number of additional guests upon request.
Metropolis Events is suitable for wedding lunches and dinners up to 334 guests with a dance floor and cocktail weddings up to 600 guests.
A wedding at Metropolis Events Melbourne promises to be a stylish and sophisticated affair. With opulent details, plush furnishings, magnificent views, and an array of diverse spaces, the venue is a truly awe-inspiring backdrop.
Yes. Here are just a few local hotel highlights:
- The Langham Melbourne
- Grand Hyatt Melbourne
- Crown Metropol
There is ample secure public car parking below the venue with direct lift and escalator access. Flinders Street Station and St Kilda Road Trams are also a short three-minute walk away. For menu tastings between 9am and 4pm Monday – Friday, discounted parking is available for Wilson Parking with a code available from the venue.
Metropolis Events Melbourne has an experienced in-house team of chefs that strive to deliver excellence in every meal. Working with only seasonal, locally produced ingredients, creative and tailored menus are delivered for any type of event. Here’s a preview of what you can expect.
Sample Menu
Entrees
- Seared Japanese scallops, pea velvet, crisp pancetta, lemon emulsion, tarragon oil, baby sorrel [gf]
- Braised gochujang glazed beef rib, miso eggplant puree, hot & sour green mango salad, shaved purple cabbage, coriander, crisp lotus root chips [gf df]
- Handmade potato gnocchi, Autumn mushroom ragout, porcini cream, shaved pecorino, rocket leaves [v]
Mains
- Slow cooked Gippsland lamb shoulder, organic white quinoa, pistachios, cumin & sumac confit carrots, toasted pepitas, lemon yoghurt, thyme & honey jus [gf]
- Baked Tasmanian salmon fillet, fennel & leek fricassee, broad beans, grapefruit beurre blanc, Yarra Valley salmon roe, petit herb salad [gf]
- House-made cauliflower & smoked cheddar tortellini, toasted almonds, roasted cauliflower, tomato emulsion, parmesan & basil crumb [v]
Desserts
- Glazed cherry, Valrhona Manjari chocolate parfait, pickled morello cherry, salted chocolate soil, aerated chocolate, cherry gel [gf]
- Warm apple & rhubarb crumble tart, lemon & saffron custard, orange & buttermilk ice cream, cinnamon tea cake, lemon curd
- Tahitian vanilla panna cotta, green apple jelly, compressed honeydew melon, lime & matcha meringue, green apple sorbet, white chocolate & cinnamon dust [gf]
Metropolis sits right in the heart of Melbourne, along the river’s edge and overlooking the CBD. Nearby attractions include:
- Federation Square
- Yarra River
- Melbourne CBD
- National Gallery of Victoria
- Parliament House
Videos
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Video Credit: Metropolis Events Aviary Room
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Video Credit: Metropolis Events Panorama Room
