The Centre Ivanhoe, Melbourne Events
Nestled in the picturesque northeastern suburbs of Melbourne, The Centre Ivanhoe boasts a timeless Art Deco design that exudes sophistication and elegance, making it one of Victoria’s most distinctive venues. Dating back to 1937, this historic ballroom venue boasts stunning feature lighting, soaring high ceilings, and spacious parquetry dance floors, ideal for hosting a variety of occasions.
The majestic Great Hall can accommodate up to 800 guests and features a flexible floorplan and a large stage that can cater to everything from grand ballroom weddings to impressive corporate functions. In addition to this magnificent space, The Centre Ivanhoe also offers a selection of smaller, intimate areas that are perfect for breakout sessions, board meetings, and private dining events.
Highlights of The Centre Ivanhoe Events:
- Timeless ballroom venue brimming with elegant Art Deco touches
- Conveniently located less than 30 minutes from Melbourne CBD
- Exquisite catering menus and warm hospitality from the Peter Rowland team
- Spacious and majestic Great Hall catering for up to 800 guests
- Versatile floorplans can be tailored to suit your needs
Capacity
Up to
550
Sitting 
Up to
800
Standing Facilities
Spaces At This Venue
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The Great Hall
The magnificent Great Hall boasts soaring ceilings, designer lighting, elegant parquetry flooring, and exquisite Art Deco architectural details. This stunningly versatile space accommodates up to 800 standing or 550 seated guests with a flexible floorplan and stage, making it an ideal choice for ballroom weddings, conferences, awards nights, and more.
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The magnificent Great Hall boasts soaring ceilings, designer lighting, elegant parquetry flooring, and exquisite Art Deco architectural details. This stunningly versatile space accommodates up to 800 standing or 550 seated guests with a flexible floorplan and stage, making it an ideal choice for ballroom weddings, conferences, awards nights, and more.
Guest Capacity
Sitting: 0 - 550Standing: 0 - 800
Features
Wi-FiProjector
Audiovisual (AV) equipment
Air conditioning
Natural light
Accessible venue
Storage space
Dance floor
Stage
Events Catering
Location
Nearby attractions:
- Yarra Flats Park
- SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium
- Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria
Nearby hotels:
- Novotel Melbourne Preston
- Quest Hawthorn
- The Olsen Melbourne Art Series
Venue Testimonials
I would highly recommend this venue for any wedding. The venue speaks for itself, but it was the work of the staff that ensured our wedding was truly amazing. They were professional, organised and helpful throughout the entire process. Could not be happier.
Madeline P
Beautifully restored Art Deco venue. They have two function rooms, the main large room with a full stage and very attractive curved, tiered steps leading up to the full stage. The entrance foyer is quite large and is decorated with period light fittings that give an attractive glow to the room. The smaller Streeton function room on the lower level is accessed from the rear of the building. Lots of parking at the side and rear of the venue.
Frank S
Our family wedding here went off without any issues due in no small part to excellent management and set up by the events team. Meals were off the chart in quality and in being able to be customised to exact taste. The art deco building is gorgeous and comfortable, with great surrounding amenities and parking.
Peter R
Frequently Asked Questions
All-inclusive wedding packages for The Centre Ivanhoe start from $175 per person, a venue hire fee applies.
- Great Hall – Standing 800 / Seated 550
- Streeton Room – Standing 300 / Seated 220
- McCubbin Room – Standing 200 / Seated 110
- Condor Room – Standing 100 / Seated 70
- Withers Room – Standing 80 / Seated 50
- Novotel Melbourne Preston
- Quest Hawthorn
- The Olsen Melbourne Art Series
Yes, there is plenty of on-site parking available at the venue.
Peter Rowland is the exclusive caterer for The Centre Ivanhoe, so you can expect to be blown away by incredible seasonal menus showcasing the finest locally sourced ingredients.
