10 function spaces for your next event – from blank space to luxe
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A special event calls for a special venue – and we’ve found 10 of them.
From baby showers to birthdays, and corporate functions to cocktails, plenty of great places in Canberra can help you host your next big event.
All here to help the exciting (and stressful) process become as easy as possible, whether you want a blank space venue where you can do everything yourself or a location that offers event packages so you can sit back, relax, and enjoy the day, here are 10 function spaces to consider booking.
Let’s get this party started!
For when you need a little something extra…
59 Cameron Avenue Conference and Event Centre
Located on the top floor of Mercure Canberra Belconnen, this new venue has six spaces to choose from – perfect for small meetings or a special gathering of up to 400 people.
With stunning views of Lake Ginninderra and the Brindabellas, each event space has everything you could need. An example? The Ginninderra not only has sweeping views of the lake but also is equipped with three data projectors and drop-down screens (as well as high-speed Wi-Fi) while the Kamberri can accommodate up to 400 people theatre-style.
And with a dedicated team who is there to help you plan the perfect event with a customisable package, booking here is ideal for when you just want to sit back and let everything run smoothly. Did we mention the onsite catering team?
59 Cameron Avenue, Belconnen | mercurebelconnen.com.au
Rydges
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Need some help with party planning? At Rydges you’ll have a dedicated meeting and event planner who can help with every detail – from menus to delegating setups.
With the ability to host events of up to 200 people, from corporate catch-ups to casual shindigs, they have everything you need, including audio and visual equipment, free Wi-Fi, and more.
17 Canberra Avenue, Forrest | rydges.com
Midnight Hotel
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If simplicity and style are what you’re after, you’ll soon be saying “Meet me at Midnight” because with five spaces to choose from, Midnight Hotel in Braddon has something to suit all kinds of needs.
Choose from The Conservatory (a completely customisable guest space with views across Canberra), two boardrooms, Midnight Bar (a stylish backdrop for any occasion), and The Atrium (an inner-city oasis in the heart of the hotel) and know that your function is in good hands.
1 Elouera Street, Braddon | midnighthotel.com
The Boat House
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Looking for something with scenic views and exquisite culinary offerings? There’s a reason The Boat House is so popular.
Located on the shores of Lake Burley Griffin, here you’ll find a stunning backdrop, an award-winning menu that’s sure to impress, and a team that promises to help you design a day you won’t forget. Perfect for a more intimate event, why not live it up lakeside?
Grevillea Park, 7 Menindee Drive | theboathouse.restaurant
The Deck at Snapper & Co.
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Speaking of elevated lakeside experiences, at The Deck at Snapper & Co you’ll find a beautiful event space that’s perfect for the summer.
Newly built, The Deck overlooks the lake, making it an ideal location to sip on cocktails and dine on seafood during the warmer months. Offering event packages or the ability to create something more specific, this unique space will have your guests soaking up good vibes.
Mariner Place, Yarralumla | snapperandco.com.au/functions
For when you want a blank space venue…
The Common CBR
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With neutral wood flooring, floor-to-ceiling windows with elegant black frames, high ceilings, and white walls (as well as a stunning outdoor courtyard complete with lush greenery and festoon lighting), it’s not hard to imagine waltzing in with decorations in hand to make this Pinterest-worthy venue your own.
With the ability to cater for a total of 150 guests (if you choose the addition of the lush outdoor courtyard), The Common is anything but, well, common. The best part? It’s right in the heart of the city.
10 Northbourne Avenue, Canberra City | thecommoncanberra.com.au
Edith
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Ideal for birthdays, boutique corporate events, live music performances, conferences, product launches, and more, Edith is a unique venue.
Located in Verity Lane Market, this space connects to the Dear Prudence and Brew Nation bars, making it a prime spot for private parties. And with the benefit of access to PA and projection system as well as delicious food right next door, it really does have it all.
Sydney Building, 50 Northbourne Avenue, City | veritylanemarket.com.au
Sanctuary Canberra
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Hidden in the Inner South, this venue has three blank spaces to choose from – The Hall, The Studio, and The Garden.
All great spots that suit a variety of needs, the Sanctuary blends simplicity and natural beauty with a surrounding landscape that’s filled with bushland. Managed by Rise Events, hire a space for either a half or full day and make the most of the kitchen, the supplied furniture, and the off-street parking.
17 Brockman Street, Narrabundah | sanctuarycanberra.com.au
The Social Club
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Four-meter-high ceilings, sleek, original timber floors, exposed beams, full-height glass windows, and French gold hardware. Meet The Social Club, the venue that’s…whatever you want it to be.
Located in Kingston’s Green Square and designed with mid-century Palm Springs interiors in mind, the space has been designed for you to project your wildest dreams onto, with white interiors and completely removable furniture. But if you want more than a blank space, the team has you covered.
Level 1, 48 Jardine Street, Kingston | wearethesocialclub.com.au
HQ ThirtyFour
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Located on Geelong Street in Fyshwick, this beautifully restored two-storey timber warehouse is a blank space venue where your dreams can come to life.
With industrial finishes (including black steel beams, eggshell-painted brick walls, high ceilings and warm wooden floors), from a wedding venue to a yoga studio, no matter your vision*, your event at this quiet and versatile location will be memorable.
*Just a little note: HQ ThirtyFour does not host 18th or 21st parties.
1/34 Geelong Street, Fyshwick | hqthirtyfour.com
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Event styling pictured: @eventsbybridget
