Make your next event one to remember at The Boatbuilders Yard. Set beside the Yarra River and surrounded by the character of Melbourne’s historic maritime precinct, our venue offers a unique backdrop for celebrations of all kinds.
From intimate gatherings and milestone occasions to corporate events and weddings, our flexible spaces can be tailored to suit your plans. Conveniently located near the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, DFO South Wharf and Southern Cross Station, The Boatbuilders Yard makes it easy for guests to come together and enjoy a relaxed waterfront experience.
The Decks offers an exclusive weatherproof indoor/outdoor function space located on the banks of the Yarra River. A combination of sliding and fixed glass walls and windows, ceiling heaters, a private bar and interchangeable furniture caters for all occasions. Feature plants and foliage drape from the ceiling to create a wonderful atmosphere taking the stress out of theming.
The Waterfront space is a celebration of industrial and maritime design. It is a semi private space with a combination of covered and open areas, retractable awnings, ceiling heaters and house background music. Located directly on the banks of the Yarra River with a fabulous panoramic CBD and Southbank outlook, the venue is ideal for intimate gatherings among colleagues, family or friends.
Dukes is a semi-private space located in the heart of our fabulous outdoor beer garden. The CBD buildings rise above the area displaying a unique Melbourne backdrop. Festoon lights zig-zag overhead highlighting the open sky with lush vines wrapping around the open plan gazebo and astroturf underfoot creating the perfect outdoor space for relaxed networking.
Nestled portside of the Polly Woodside, our function space offers a perfect blend of comfort and versatility. With a pergola featuring a retractable roof, your event is ensured to be weatherproof and enjoyable, come rain or shine. Whether you’re planning a cocktail-style event or a sit-down function, our space provides the ideal setting for any occasion
The Boatbuilders Yard offers a variety of versatile indoor and outdoor spaces, perfectly catering to Melbourne’s ever changing weather. Featuring one of the city’s largest outdoor beer gardens, there are several private riverfront piers with deckchairs, five operational bars, a live music license and a split level balcony style boardwalk decking. The Polly Woodside is nestled to the rear of the venue and undisturbed views up the Yarra River take your eyes to the colourfully lit Melbourne city skyline it’s hard to resist what The Boatbuilders Yard has to offer
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