cocktail parties

Leonda By The Yarra - a spacious and sophisticated venue for cocktails and canapes

For any occasion, from a birthday celebration, farewell party, Christmas or New Years’ celebration, cocktail parties are the perfect way to entertain and bring people together.

Accommodating up to 1,000 guests, our Ballroom is spacious and pillar-less, allowing your guests to move around and mingle comfortably. The Garden Room holds up to 275 guests and is connected to a private courtyard where your guest can have their pre-party drinks and gaze at the illuminated peppercorn trees in the evening. Both function rooms have surrounding balconies offering a magnificent view of the Yarra River while your guests enjoy their drinks and canapés. 

With our professional bartenders, efficient staff and skilled planning, your cocktail party will be a sure success. 

Key features:

• Situated only 4 km away from the Melbourne CBD 
• Ample complimentary car parking on-site 
• Privately-chartered luxury vessels for a unique arrival (cocktails and canapés can also be arranged on board the vessels) or an on-board cocktail function
• Endless ideas for themeing and decorations
• Versatile, elegant and contemporary function spaces
• Relaxed and chic lounge furniture to give your function that 'cocktail' atmosphere
• Quality and diverse food selections and an extensive wine list at competitive prices
• Uniquely themed food stations
• Private balconies for smoking guests to utilise
• Ability to tailor dining options to suit your preferences

Download our Cocktail Parties Factsheet