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Location

186 Exhibition St, Melbourne VIC 3000 Get Directions

Venues

14 available

Capacity

Max 500

Unforgettable Celebrations with Rydges Melbourne

Stylish cocktail gatherings beneath the city skyline, elegant private lunches or dinners, and unforgettable milestone moments, Rydges Melbourne turns every event into something truly extraordinary.

Indulge in locally inspired menus, interactive food stations, and live cooking experiences, showcasing the best of Australian produce. Pair it with a curated selection of wines and cocktails to set the perfect tone for your occasion.

With fourteen versatile event spaces to choose from, including the stunning Bossley Rooftop, Centre Stage, exclusive private dining rooms and event spaces – your celebration will be anything but ordinary.

Whether you’re planning an intimate gathering or a spectacular celebration, our dedicated events team is here to bring your vision to life.

Let’s create something unforgettable together.

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Accessibility
Rydges Melbourne is committed to providing an inclusive experience for all guests, offering step free access to all event spaces, hearing aid loops in event spaces, braille signage throughout the hotel and five Accessible Suites designed for guests who have accessible needs. For further details, visit our Accessibility page at Rydges Melbourne or speak to our team.

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Gala Events & Awards Nights

Elevate your gala event or awards night in Centre Stage ballroom, with its own private bar and soaring ceilings, or the glowing lights of Meeting Place offering elegant surrounds for a night of celebration, recognition, and glamour.

Weddings & Engagements

Your wedding day deserves to be unforgettable.

When you’re planning something grand or beautifully intimate, our elegant spaces and dedicated event manager will help bring your vision to life and create lasting memories.

Milestones

Celebrating something special?

Our team loves a celebration—and we’re here to share our expertise to help bring your vision to life.

Whether it’s a christening, milestone birthday, anniversary or anything in between, we’ve got the perfect space for every occasion—from intimate gatherings to grand celebrations.

Theatre

In the heart of Melbourne’s East End Theatre District, Rydges Melbourne has spectacular spaces to toast opening night or say farewell to the production.

Sports Clubs & Associations

Team celebrations and presentations, match day functions, or club awards nights – whatever the occasion, we have the space to suit.

Our venues are perfect for celebrating a win and recognising your team’s hard work.

Not For Profit

Hosting a fundraiser, gala, or community event?

We’re here to support the causes that matter. With flexible spaces and a team who truly cares, we’d love to help you create an event that inspires, connects, and makes a real impact.

Education, Schools & Universities

From school dances and formals to end-of-year celebrations and theatre productions, our venues are ready to host the moments that matter most. Designed to suit a variety of events, we’ll help make them memorable for students, staff, and families alike.

Plays, Performances, Concerts

Take Centre Stage in our largest venue for up to 500 people, replete with soaring ceilings, spectacular sound and lighting opportunities and a private pre and post-performance bar, out team is immersed in the theatrical and will help you shine.

5 Venues

Capacities

List

Room/space	Area	Ceiling height	Capacity	Banquet	Theatre	Classroom	U-shape	Boardroom	Cocktail	Cabaret	Exhibition

Centre Stage	495 m²	7 m	500	300	500	162	50	54	500	248	33
Meeting Place	332 m²	3.3 m	300	220	286	120	38	54	300	176	22
Bossley Rooftop	460 m²	2.6 m	350	80	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	350	N/A	N/A
Terrace Room	143 m²	2.6 m	130	N/A	102	N/A	N/A	N/A	130	N/A	N/A
Bossley Private Dining	60 m²	2.7 m	100	40	40	20	13	20	60	N/A	N/A

Whether you’re planning a gala dinner, conference, launch or your wedding — our largest event space is perfect for when you want to take Centre Stage. With a pre-function bar, soaring vaulted ceilings, this versatile room can fit up to 500 guests cocktail style and up to 340 dining or be divided into two separate areas to suit your needs.

With an abundance of natural light, and overlooking Her Majesty’s Theatre and Chinatown, the Meeting Place can host up to 300 guests cocktail and 220 seated.

The expansive indoor outdoor venue can host 350 guests for cocktails, with awnings, equipped with heating for those brisk Melbourne nights. Spanning the full outdoor space, this level two rooftop space is the ideal place to celebrate a special, occasion, or for a relaxed setting.

With floor to ceiling windows overlooking The Terrace, Her Majesty’s Theatre and Chinatown, The Terrace Room offers 143 sqm metres of event space and can accommodate up to 130 guests cocktail or up to 100 seated.

Bossley Private Dining

With an exclusive menu showcasing the best of local seasonal produce, Bossley has mastered the art of crafting timeless occasions. Bossley is the place for all with two intimate Melbourne private dining rooms.