Heritage

Melbourne (CBD)

Melbourne Town Hall

An iconic Victorian-era heritage venue in Melbourne's CBD offering grand event spaces including a Main Hall with 70-foot ceilings, suitable for conferences, galas, brand launches and cultural celebrations, with capacities ranging from intimate meetings to large cocktail receptions.

About The Space

Located at the historic corner of Swanston and Collins Streets in the heart of Melbourne's CBD, the Melbourne Town Hall is an iconic heritage venue that has stood as a symbol of civic pride and cultural celebration since 1870. Its grand Victorian-era façade, ornate high ceilings, marble foyer, and sweeping staircases set an unmistakable tone of elegance, while its central location makes it exceptionally accessible for events of all kinds. Inside, the venue offers a range of spectacular event spaces that blend architectural grandeur with modern functionality. Among these is the renowned Main Hall, which features soaring 70-foot ceilings, sweeping columns, and a grand balcony—capable of hosting monumental gala dinners for 300-600 seated guests and up to 1,500 guests cocktail-style. Alongside this, more intimate rooms such as the Yarra Room, Swanston Hall, and the Melbourne Room offer flexible configurations for smaller scale meetings, banquets, product launches or weddings. With its timeless design, premium AV capabilities, and an event team experienced in large-scale landmark events, Melbourne Town Hall remains a premier location for memorable functions in the city.

Features

70-foot ceilings

Sweeping columns

Grand balcony

Marble foyer

Sweeping staircases

Premium AV capabilities

multiple room configurations (Main Hall, Yarra Room, Swanston Hall, Melbourne Room)

Venue Overview

Category

Heritage

Suburb

Melbourne (CBD)

Address

90/130 Swanston St, Melbourne VIC 3000

Capacity Notes

Seated: 720 Cocktail: 1500 Theatrette: 1100 Seated with Dance Floor: 610 Cabaret: 576 Size: 1006 m2

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Planning an awards night, milestone corporate event, or outdoor formal? Let our experienced team manage everything from commercial venue-booking to high-tier AV setup.

Enquire About This Venue

Planning an awards night, milestone corporate event, or outdoor formal? Let our experienced team manage everything from commercial venue-booking to high-tier AV setup.

Contact

1523 Malvern Road, Malvern VIC 3143

© 2026 MC Event Group. All rights reserved.

Contact

1523 Malvern Road, Malvern VIC 3143

© 2026 MC Event Group. All rights reserved.

Contact

1523 Malvern Road, Malvern VIC 3143

© 2026 MC Event Group. All rights reserved.