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KENSINGTON TOWN HALL

Directions to our venues: Meat Market and Kensington Town Hall

30-34 Bellair St,
Kensington, Victoria 3031

A 114-year-old arts and community hub, with six unique creative spaces for hire

Spaces for Hire

Main Hall

The Main Hall is a large multi-use function space filled with natural light and polished wooden floors. The space can accommodate seated audiences of up to 220 seating or 300 standing. Interior features include a large central stage with projector screen and adjoining green room, ground floor access and proximity to accessible toilets and showers. There is heating throughout, and ventilation to expel hot air (the Main Hall is not airconditioned). Regular bookings include performances, conferences, cultural gatherings, markets and music events.

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  • Kensington Town Hall, Main Hall. A City of Melbourne creative and community space for hire
  • Kensington Town Hall, Main Hall. A City of Melbourne creative and community space for hire
  • Kensington Town Hall, Main Hall. A City of Melbourne creative and community space for hire
  • Kensington Town Hall, Main Hall. A City of Melbourne creative and community space for hire
Image credits: Andrew Curtis

Supper Room

Available to book as an extension to the Main Hall or as a standalone space, the Supper Room is suitable for small performances, dance classes and rehearsals as well as small to medium functions, including celebrations, exhibitions, seminars, and recreational activities. Facilities include heating and cooling systems, semi-sprung floors, table and chair set ups and kitchen access.

The Supper Room can accommodate up to 100 people (standing) or 50 people (seated).

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  • Kensington Town Hall, Supper Room. A City of Melbourne creative and community space for hire
  • Kensington Town Hall, Supper Room. A City of Melbourne creative and community space for hire
Images 1–4: Aaron Walker Images 5 & 6 credit: Andrew Curtis

Presentation Room

Located on the first floor of Kensington Town Hall, the Presentation Room is a multi use space. Recently laid Tarkett flooring means it is ideal for dance practice, theatre rehearsals, small performances and development.  It can also be used for seminars, conferences, workshops, classes, and presentations. The space is well-lit with natural light from large windows throughout. Additional features include, a PC with wireless keyboard and mouse, 60-inch LCD screen, wall-housed input plate for VGA, audio and HDMI control panel, conference call technology and Wi-Fi access.

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Rehearsal Room

Located on the first floor of Kensington Town Hall and catering for up to 15 people. The Rehearsal Room is a multi-purpose space for meetings, creative development, and other small group activities. Facilities include, two trestle tables, up to 15 chairs (which can be arranged to suit your requirements), Wi-Fi and a carpeted floor.

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  • Kensington Town Hall, Rehearsal Room. A City of Melbourne creative and community space for hire
  • Kensington Town Hall, Rehearsal Room. A City of Melbourne creative and community space for hire
Image credits: Andrew Curtis
Kensington Town Hall, a City of Melbourne Venue available for creative hire
Image credit: Andrew Curtis

Hire Enquiries

Kensington Town Hall is one of Melbourne’s most unique arts venues for hire, boasting flexible event spaces adaptable to a range of needs. Enquire today to book a space.

Frequently Asked Questions

Visit the individual venue listings for each of our hireable spaces including the Main Hall, Supper Room, Presentation Room, Rehearsal Room, Creative Hub and Studio for specific details about capacity.

We don’t offer catering services however you are welcome to organise your own. There is kitchen access onsite. Please note we have a ‘no open flame policy’.

Visit the individual venue listings for each of our hireable spaces for specific floorplans including the Main Hall, Supper Room, Presentation Room, Rehearsal Room, Creative Hub and Studio.

Yes, the curfew for events at Kensington Town Hall is 11pm. At 11pm house lights are turned on; all amplified sound must stop, and your guests must leave the venue. Your bump out can continue after that time.

Yes, there is a full industrial kitchen on site available for hirer use (upon arrangement). Please note we do not supply crockery, cutlery, glassware, or linens. Please specify your desire for kitchen access at the time of booking.

Yes, private functions, weddings, birthdays, and other celebrations are permitted at Kensington Town Hall.

However, please note that all private hire bookings are charged at a corporate event rate, except for registered Not-for-Profit organisations and charities.

For detailed information about available equipment within each of Kensington Town Hall’s hire spaces visit our individual event space listings and refer to ‘tech specs’.

The Presentation Room, Creative Hub, Rehearsal Room, Supper Room and the Studio have climate control, and there is heating available in the Main Hall.

Please note there are currently power limitations at Kensington Town Hall. Please inform us about your specific power requirements upon booking to ensure we can accommodate your needs.

Yes, Kensington Town Hall has a total ban on the following: open flames, pyrotechnics, glitter and confetti. Please note, smoking ceremonies are welcomed at Kensington Town Hall as an exception to our open flame ban. However, we ask that all materials are lit while outside of the venue and brought inside to complete the ceremony.

Please discuss your intention to hold a smoking ceremony with the bookings team as we  may have to turn off or isolate the smoke alarms.

Yes, we welcome traditional smoking ceremonies at Kensington Town Hall. However, we ask that all materials are lit while outside of the venue and brought inside to complete the ceremony to avoid the use of flames inside.

Please discuss your intention to hold a smoking ceremony with the bookings team as we may have to turn off or isolate the smoke alarms.

Yes, we require all hirers to have their own public liability insurance with cover to at least 20 million dollars.

Kensington Town Hall is an unlicenced venue. Hirers can obtain a limited liquor licence for alcohol service at their event. For more information about how to acquire a liquor license please visit https://www.vic.gov.au/get-new-liquor-licence

If your event has more than 50 people attending or if there is alcohol being served staff members will be required to attend your event. Furthermore, if your venue has technical requirements, venue supervisors are required. Additional staffing may be required depending on your event details. Please contact the Presenter Services Coordinator to request a quote specific to your event needs.

Bookings at Kensington Town Hall require a tailored quote. Pricing will be dependent on your desired activity, but will comprise of Venue Hire, Equipment Hire, Staff and Cleaning.

We have reduced rates available for not-for-profit organisations and independent unfunded artists. The best way to know how much your event will cost is to reach out to our Presenter Services Coordinator.

Getting to Kensington Town Hall

Close to Newmarket Plaza and several public transport routes, Kensington Town Hall is easily accessible from any direction.

Please visit Public Transport Victoria for options specific to your journey.

Bus

Getting to Meat Market and Kensington Town Hall by bus

Bus 402 – Kensington / Macaulay St stop.

Train

Getting to Meat Market and Kensington Town Hall by train

Newmarket Station – 5 minute walk.

Kensington Station – 10 minute walk.

Flemington Bridge – 17 minute walk.

Tram

Getting to Meat Market and Kensington Town Hall by tram

Tram 57 – Alight at Newmarket Plaza Racecourse Rd (stop #26).

Trams 58 and 59 – Alight at Royal Melbourne Hospital (stop #14).

Parking

Getting to Meat Market and Kensington Town Hall by car

Kensington Town Hall recommends utilising public transport options when visiting the venue. We have no public parking available on site. The surrounding area has limited permit, metered, and timed on-street parking.