Cargo Hall

Cargo Hall

39, South Wharf Promenade, South Wharf, Victoria, 3006
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Cargo Hall Melbourne Waterfront Events

Melbourne’s South Wharf is home to some of the city’s best waterfront venues, restaurants, and entertainment spaces. Located along the Promenade is Cargo Hall, a former docking shed-turned entertainment venue that plays host to blockbuster events and showstopping corporate functions. Equipped with state-of-the-art AV equipment and working under the banner of Showtime Event Group, Cargo Hall is the perfect venue for your even big event.

Purpose-built for hosting large gatherings for upscale events, Cargo Hall impresses from the moment you step through the doors. The glass atrium is always a crowd-pleaser, offering unmatched views over the Yarra River and beyond to the Melbourne city skyline. Recycled wood is used throughout the space, inspiring a rustic and earthy atmosphere that most city venues can only dream of. Cargo Hall enjoys all the benefits of its city location, being close to luxury accommodation, iconic landmarks, and public transport hubs.

As a Showtime Event Group venue, Cargo Hall is held to the same award-winning standards as the other venues in their stable, including the State Library of Victoria, Old Melbourne Gaol, and Rippon Lea Estate. They deliver 5-star service and elite staff across catering, wait and bar staff, and event managers. Showtime Event Group is a regular finalist in the ABIA Awards and Restaurant and Catering Awards.

Highlights of Cargo Hall Melbourne Events:

  • South Wharf Promenade location
  • Yarra River waterfront views
  • Under the Showtime Event Group banner

Event types supported

Christmas Party
Conference
Corporate Party
Corporate Seminar
Function
Gala Dinner
Meeting
Networking Event
Awards Night

Venue details

Dining
Dining
Up to 220 guests
Dinner & Dance
Dinner & Dance
Up to 180 guests
Standing
Standing
Up to 450 guests
Theatre
Theatre
Up to 300 guests

Spaces at this venue

The Conservatory
Capacity
0-180

The Conservatory

Wi-Fi Natural light Accessible venue Storage space Smoking area
Main Event Space
Capacity
0-300

Main Event Space

Wi-Fi Projector Flatscreen TV Natural light Accessible venue Storage space Smoking area Dance floor Stage

Frequently asked questions

The catering options offered at Cargo Hall are almost endless – choose from roving hot and cold canapes, plated multi-course meals featuring modern Australian, European, and Asian influences, gourmet food stations championing cultural cuisines, as well as plant-based menus that will celebrate vegetarian and vegan diners.
Located within the Exhibition Centre district, there is paid parking available. Enter via Munro St and Normanby Rd.
Yes, guests can choose to stay at some nearby hotels: Grand Hyatt Melbourne, Crowne Plaza or The Langham to name a few.
Yes, Cargo Hall can host a wide veriety of corporate functions.$85pp
High-energy and high-end. Expect luxurious features, incredible capacity for entertainment, and waterfront views.
Events can last until 1am, extension upon approval.
Up to 300 guests in a standing/cocktail arrangement.
A corporate event at Cargo Hall will cost $85pp.

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Fiona Parmley
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