When it comes to putting on an incredible event, a lot of creators will tell you the west coast is the best coast — and if you’re looking for the perfect event location, nowhere is livelier and more exciting than Perth.
But what about the best venue?
Perth is filled to the brim with truly unique venues. The city has a diverse range of neighbourhoods and districts, each with its own distinct vibe and flavour. So, to help you get started on your hunt for the perfect event venue, we’ve created this guide.
Here at Eventbrite, we know a thing or two about the amazing venues for hire in Perth. We support a community of event creators across the city, and our team of expert researchers are constantly digging deep to discover what Australian attendees want to see at the perfect event location.
Are you ready to get started? Let’s walk through everything you need to know about throwing an event in Perth — and 17 of the city’s most versatile and interesting venues.
Best Venues in Perth 2023
3. The Blue Room Theatre (Northbridge)
7. Somerville Auditorium (Crawley)
8. Perth City Farm (East Perth)
9. The Nostalgia Box (West Perth)
13. The Aviary Perth (Perth CBD)
14. Old Courthouse Fremantle (Fremantle)
15. Fremantle Sailing Club (Fremantle)
17. Little Creatures (Fremantle)
Why should you choose Perth for your next event?
There’s no denying Australia has some pretty cool cities. But Perth really takes the cake — and from an event creator’s point-of-view, it’s got everything you need to organise a world-class event.
First off, there’s the fantastic weather. Western Australia is known for its long, sunny days. That’s why Perth has a wide range of outdoor venues so you can take your event al fresco.
The city also has great travel connections. Perth Airport has recently undergone a $1 billion redevelopment programme, with another $80 million being invested to better support regional air travel in the surrounding areas. That makes Perth easy to get to for international guests as well as Australians.
And once you get to Perth, you’ve got a huge choice of retailers, restaurants, and accommodations to support your guests. There are more than 16,000 hotel rooms to accommodate your event attendees, and 59% of those rooms are upscale.
Best of all, Perth is home to some of Australia’s most unique and quirky neighbourhoods. Each part of the city has a range of different venues that can set the tone and support you in creating an amazing event experience (we’ll cover those neighbourhoods more in just a minute).
Want to get a flavour of the types of events happening in Perth right now? Check out our Perth city guide.
Where to find the best venues for hire in Perth
Event creators in Perth are absolutely spoiled for choice when it comes to atmospheric locations to stage festivals, concerts, dinners, meetings, parties, and everything in between. A huge chunk of that atmosphere boils down to the city’s distinct neighbourhoods.
To help you home in on the best part of Perth to start your event search, we’ll quickly walk you through some of the city’s most popular areas and what makes them unique.
CBD
Perth Commercial Business District (CBD) is the city’s bustling downtown area — and it’s a terrific place to hold an event.
Anchored by its leafy St Georges Terrace, Perth CBD is a quirky blend of brick heritage buildings alongside sleek, modern skyscrapers. Because CBD is located in the middle of Perth, it’s got the city’s biggest cluster of event venues, and excellent travel connections. That makes it ideal if one of the items on your wish list is accessibility.
Northbridge
Northbridge is Perth’s cultural home. Wedged between East and West Perth, Northbridge sits to the north of the CBD and is filled with cool spots and unique art spaces. It gives off a fantastic, trendy vibe — which is probably why it plays home to the internationally famous Fringe World Festival.
Its main thoroughfare is William Street, and it’s well connected via public transport to Perth’s other neighbourhoods.
Riverbank
Riverbank is the part of Perth that overlooks the winding Swan River. Riverbank is a mix of cool waterfront venues alongside beautiful green spaces, heritage buildings, and residential areas.
Riverbank is the perfect place to organise an event if you want somewhere slightly quieter where you can surround your guests with some of the most scenic views Perth has to offer.
Fremantle
Technically, Fremantle is a suburb of Perth. But it’s home to the region’s most stunning beaches — from Leighton Beach and Port Beach in North Fremantle to Bathers Beach and South Beach across the harbour.
With travel links to Perth CBD, Fremantle is easy to get to from all over town. But it’s got a totally different vibe. Everything in Fremantle is a little bit slower, and you’ll wow your guests with some of the most beautiful beachfront venues and oceanside vistas in Australia.
Claisebrook
Named after the stream that runs into Claisebrook Cove, this neighbourhood is full of lovely green spaces. It’s got a range of stunning outdoor venues and some of Perth’s most unique architecture.
It’s essentially a calm oasis in the middle of one of Australia’s liveliest cities. That being said, Claisebrook does include the quirky Royal Street — which is home to a variety of shops, restaurants, and slightly more upbeat venues for hire.
West Perth
West Perth has a lot of character, and it’s the perfect place to organise an event if you want to immerse your guests in the neighbourhood.
West Perth is filled with leafy streets lined by heritage brick buildings, and a lot of its event spaces are built right into the fabric of bustling residential areas.
Want to see what it’s like to host events in West Perth? Check out event creator House of Hobby, whose owners use the neighbourhood as a base for a range of art workshops and craft classes.
East Perth
East Perth is probably the city’s most eclectic neighbourhood. Built around Queens Gardens and Wellington Square, East Perth stretches from Riverbank to Claisebrook Cove and includes loads of restaurants, concert spaces, and sweeping waterfront views.
Connectivity is one of the best parts of hiring a venue in East Perth. It’s got convenient travel links across Perth and to Perth Airport, making it an ideal location for guests coming in from across the city or further afield.
What are the best venues for hire in Perth in 2023?
We’ve already pointed out that Perth is jam-packed with amazing event spaces. But if you need help sifting through available venues, we wanted to share 17 of our favourites.
These venues stand out for a few reasons — but we love them because they’ve got character, are accessible, cater to particular event sizes, and have the right facilities to make your next event in Perth stand out.
1. Henry Summer
Area: Northbridge
Vibe: Garden
Perfect for: Private parties
It’s always sunny in this Northbridge urban oasis — which is just part of the reason Henry Summer is one of our top picks for large events.
Henry Summer is a sprawling wine and cocktail garden that exists somewhere between the realm of indoor and outdoor in a place that’s always summer. With lush greenery growing across the floor, walls, and ceiling, the venue has open-air and covered spaces for intimate private functions or workshops.
But this flexible space can also accommodate extravagant engagements of up to 1,000 people.
Run by Clint Nolan and his Lavish Habits team, Henry Summer is one of the most popular party venues Perth has to offer, with the same peak levels of class, creativity, and “cool” we’ve come to expect from the event venue business extraordinaire.
2. ARARA
Area: Perth CBD
Vibe: South American
Perfect for: Large parties and mixers
Based in a beautiful, revitalised factory in the heart of Perth, ARARA is a unique events space inspired by South America.
The trendy inner-city bar is spread over two floors and offers multiple event spaces for hire — including breakout lounges, bars, a rooftop patio, gardens, and the South American restaurant Tupí.
These spaces hold between 80 to 250 guests and cater to everything from weddings to workshops. The distinctive decor and one-of-a-kind atmosphere make ARARA perfect for live-streaming exciting virtual or hybrid events for even bigger audiences — and that’s part of the reason this is one of our favourite Perth spots.
3. The Blue Room Theatre
Area: Northbridge
Vibe: Heritage
Perfect for: Rehearsals and workshops
Western Australia’s home of independent theatre, the Blue Room features a range of freshly renovated spaces in Perth’s cultural centre.
Boasting some of the cheapest venue-hire Perth has to offer, the Blue Room is perfect for everything from rehearsals, workshops, and play readings to small conferences, charity events, book launches, and beyond.
Comprising two unique spaces in their heritage-listed building at the Perth Cultural Centre, the Blue Room Theatre also offers discounted rates for members looking for affordable local event venues for unique fundraisers.
4. Tiny’s Bar
Area: Perth CBD
Vibe: Eclectic
Perfect for: Smaller events
A quick search of “small event venues near me” in Perth will likely unearth Tiny’s Bar in Perth CBD — which is ironic because it’s not actually tiny.
Entering at the base of Perth’s QV1 building, Tiny’s opens up into a large indoor and outdoor courtyard area, restaurant, bar, and liquor emporium (you’ll find a creative list of non-alcoholic options behind the bar, too).
There are six distinct function areas for 35 to 100 guests up for grabs, or a whole venue hire for up to 220 people. Tiny’s is definitely not your cookie-cutter venue — whatever crazy idea you’re envisioning for your event, they’ll make it happen.
5. Moore & Moore
Area: Fremantle
Vibe: Vintage
Perfect for: Weddings and private events
Moore & Moore is a rustic Fremantle warehouse that’s oozing with charm.
While a lot of converted warehouse spaces go for a modern urban-industrial vibe, Moore & Moore has more of a classical European rustic feel that sets it apart as one of the most stunning boutique venues in Fremantle.
The exposed red brick beneath peeling paint, the creeping greenery, and the candle-lit courtyard add to the vintage charm. The venue can support super-creators looking to host evening or daytime events of all shapes and sizes, with a dedicated Breakfast Meeting Room and gallery space and an on-site cafe catering to all dietary requirements.
6. Wolf Lane (Perth CBD)
Area: Perth CBD
Vibe: Quirky
Perfect for: Intimate gatherings
Hidden down a laneway and behind an ordinary door in Perth CBD is a long-time favourite amongst Perth venues: Wolf Lane.
This super quirky cocktail bar is filled with an unmistakable atmosphere, with old mismatched furniture, crowded picture frames, and wobbly wooden tables. But the knock-out feature of this venue is the impressive fairytale-inspired wall murals, bringing a touch of fantasy and inspiring many an Instagram photoshoot.
The two main spaces can each be reserved for functions between 40 to 90 people — which makes Wolf Lane perfect for smaller and more intimate events.
7. Somerville Auditorium (Crawley)
Area: Crawley
Vibe: Picturesque
Perfect for: Corporate functions
Go big or go home, right? The Somerville Auditorium is one of the most picturesque venues in Perth, located within the immaculate University of Western Australia gardens.
It’s essentially your own private forest retreat in Crawley, which sits just south of the CBD.
Most popular with the wedding crowd and available solely between late April and early October, the 10- by 20-metre clear-roof marquee is less commonly known as a private party or corporate function venue for up to 200 guests.
The magical setting is completely engulfed by a cathedral of Norfolk pine trees, creating a dramatic private forest ambiance your guests won’t forget in a hurry.
8. Perth City Farm
Area: East Perth
Vibe: Rustic
Perfect for: Exhibitions and openings
Tucked alongside the railway lines by Claisebrook Station in East Perth is an unexpected ethical urban farm and nursery space: Perth City Farm.
Within this quirky volunteer-run community are several eclectic venue spaces for hire, including a big old barn that opens onto a courtyard complete with milk crate seats and oil drum tables.
In addition to character, one of the reasons we love this venue so much is its flexibility.
With a capacity of 200 to 400 guests, the rustic space is only limited by the creative event planner’s imagination and has been used for exhibitions, art shows, launch events, and as a pop-up marketplace.
9. The Nostalgia Box
Area: West Perth
Vibe: Offbeat
Perfect for: Networking events
Want to unleash your inner child in the inner city? Book your next event at The Nostalgia Box.
This one-of-a-kind West Perth spot makes our list because it’s so offbeat. After all, sometimes you need to think outside the box to make an impact — and we all know nostalgia is a powerful sentiment. It’s an unusual and very casual place that’s perfect for a wide range of events, and particularly popular for corporate events.
Boasting Australia’s one and only video game console museum as well as an interactive game area, The Nostalgia Box could provide the unique x-factor you’re looking for when planning your next fundraising or networking event.
Yes, they do have Mario Kart and Pac-Man.
10. Moana Hall
Area: Perth CBD
Vibe: Formal
Perfect for: Large parties and formal functions
Moana Hall is an elegant CBD venue with Great Gatsby glam.
Built in 1908, Moana Hall is a gorgeous heritage-listed building located at the end of Hay Street Mall in the heart of the CBD. A makeover in 2019 expanded and modernised the hall’s cafe, bar, and events venue without losing any of its old-world charms.
The original hardwood floors, huge arched windows, and black and white design create an elegant ambiance.
This space makes our list because it’s absolutely perfect for a larger cocktail event or formal function — and the balcony overlooking Perth CBD tops off a Gatsby-inspired evening.
11. Freo.Social
Area: Fremantle
Vibe: Casual
Perfect for: Concerts and large parties
This old industrial site has been transformed into one of Fremantle’s coolest hangouts. Freo.Social is divided into five unique venue spaces, from a microbrew shed for 60 people to the massive entertainment hall that houses 250 people (seated) or 400 people (standing) as a theatre.
The 1895 building has been well-and-truly updated as a premium venue for everything from corporate functions to weddings.
If you’re looking for a venue with affordable catering, they’ve got a permanent food truck out back and no shortage of beer — with 56 independent taps spread across the venue.
12. La Cholita
Area: Northbridge
Vibe: Mexican
Perfect for: Small parties
Based in Northbridge, La Cholita is the perfect venue if you’re looking to add some spice to your next Perth event.
La Cholita is a trendy Mexican venue with immersive decor that will instantly add flavour and atmosphere to your event. Unlike some other venues for hire that we’ve covered, La Cholita is ideal for intimate events. It has a maximum capacity of 160 guests — which means this spot is perfect for private parties, small banquets, birthday parties, and everything in between.
Best of all: one-of-a-kind Mexican catering (and an extensive tequila list dominating your beverage options) come part-in-parcel with venue hire.
13. The Aviary Perth
Area: Perth CBD
Vibe: Rooftop
Perfect for: Large cocktail parties
Centrally located on William Street, The Aviary is a lush venue that features a range of event spaces. But The Aviary’s crown jewel is its stunning rooftop bar. With a capacity of up to 300 guests, this is considered the city’s biggest open-air bar — and it’s got a beautiful view of the Perth skyline to boost any cocktail party.
In addition to its rooftop bar, The Aviary also has a range of smaller spaces for hire. One of the highlights is its Hidden Garden, which is a leafy green space tucked away on the rooftop to offer a special setting for private gatherings.
Another reason The Aviary stands out on our list is accessibility. It’s just a few doors down from a Perth Underground station, which makes it super convenient to get to.
14. Old Courthouse Fremantle
Area: Fremantle
Vibe: Historic
Perfect for: Smaller social functions
Built in 1899, the Old Courthouse is one of Fremantle’s most iconic heritage buildings — and now, it’s one of the Perth area’s most extraordinary event venues for hire.
After undergoing a colossal restoration project, the venue now features three amazing event spaces: the Civil Court, Pavilion, and Garden.
The Civil Court is a lavishly decorated lounge that’s ideal for smaller events, the Pavilion offers a unique hybrid space, and the extensive Garden is perfect for larger outdoor events. This is a popular Perth wedding spot — but it also regularly hosts comedy events, burlesque shows, and concerts.
No matter which event space you choose, you’ll benefit from a beautiful location on the oceanfront (just up from Stirling Gardens).
15. Fremantle Sailing Club
Area: Fremantle
Vibe: Waterfront
Perfect for: Ceremonies and receptions
If you’re planning a larger event and want to wow your guests with stunning views of the Indian Ocean, check out the Fremantle Sailing Club.
With spaces that can accommodate up to 500 people, the Sailing Club has three function rooms: the River Room, Ward Room, and the Observation Lounge & Deck.
Each space offers your guests unrivaled views of the sea — and the Fremantle Sailing Club has all the facilities and infrastructure to support large events. Your guests will get access to the club’s 300-bay car park, the club has a full liquor license, and catering is available for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
16. Be Merry (Northbridge)
Area: Northbridge
Vibe: Cozy
Perfect for: Small parties and events
If you’re planning a small, casual event, Be Merry is a quirky venue that’s sure to engage your attendees.
Centrally located in Northbridge, Be Merry markets itself as a “feels-like-home small bar” — and while it might be cozy, you’ve never seen a bar like this. With illuminated beer pong tables and karaoke always on stand-by, Be Merry is great because it’s got built-in entertainment.
We love Be Merry because it’s perfect for small corporate parties, staff appreciation days, or small product release parties.
17. Little Creatures
Area: Fremantle
Vibe: Laid back
Perfect for: Corporate events
Little Creatures is one of Western Australia’s most exciting brewing companies and one of Perth’s ultimate events spaces.
Located in Fremantle Fishing Boat Harbour, Little Creatures has a range of spaces to choose from, including: The Great Hall, The Mezz, and The Back Deck. These lively spots are all perfect for small and medium-sized events. But if you’re planning a larger event, you can also hire the brewery’s 940-capacity “Big Shed.”
If you’re after something a bit more secluded, Little Creatures also owns an adjacent harbourside property that offers an upscale space with sweeping ocean views that’s ideal for corporate events and weddings.
One of the reasons we love Little Creatures is that you can choose from a number of brewery experiences to add to your event. This adds a bit of entertainment into the mix that’ll be totally new to a lot of your guests.
Bring your event ideas to life
Whatever shape or style of event you’re planning, finding the right venue can transform your vision into an unforgettable experience for your guests — and we’re confident you’ll find the right venue in Perth.
Between the sunny weather, incredible travel links, and the huge range of choices when it comes to event spaces, Perth has got it all.
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