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                    Organising events

                    Whether you are organising a public or private event, the City of Melbourne has a suitable location. Learn about the facilities and venues available and the permits and conditions that apply.

                    ​We have function rooms, seminar rooms, gallery spaces available to hire, and many areas within City of Melbourne parks and gardens can be booked for a variety of functions or gatherings. The city also has a Convention and Exhibition Centre for large-scale conferences.

                    • Event permits

                      If you are organising a public or a private event in any of City of Melbourne’s public spaces, you may need an event permit. Permits ensure public safety and amenity in public spaces and assist in the sustainable management of our parks and gardens.
                    • Weddings in parks

                      City of Melbourne has some great parks and gardens to consider for your wedding ceremony. If you decide to hold your wedding in one of our parks and gardens, you will need to make a booking and apply for a permit.
                    • Event Planning Guide

                      To stage an activation in a public place managed by the City of Melbourne, you must have an approved plan and receive a permit from Experience Melbourne’s Event Operations Team.
                    • Sustainable event guide

                      If you are an event organiser, these tips and tools can help you take action on climate change by making your event more sustainable.
                    • Public assemblies, demonstrations and rallies

                      You don't need permission from the City of Melbourne to conduct a demonstration, rally or protest or other form of public assembly. However, we'd like to hear about it so we can plan for impacts to parks, public places, streets and footpaths and notify affected businesses and services.
                    • Event venues and support

                      The City of Melbourne offers several support programs to help you stage your event successfully, and a variety of venues are available to suit all event types.
                    • Planning safe and inclusive events

                      How to make your event safe and inclusive for women.

                    More information

                    ​For information about other City of Melbourne facilities for hire, see:

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