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Conference & Exhibitions

MELBOURNE’S MOST LAVISH & INSPIRING CONFERENCE VENUE FOR HIRE

For impactful events that leave a lasting impression, there is nowhere quite like The Timber Yard. When you’re looking for bold and dynamic conference venues in Melbourne, our extraordinary, purpose-designed event centre delivers big. Positioned on the site of a former timber mill and storage yard, The Timber Yard offers a stunning backdrop of multiple beautifully restored, rustic indoor and outdoor event spaces that your guests will talk about for years to come.

Our event spaces can be booked individually, interconnected for indoor-outdoor events, or split to host multiple presentations all within our stunning grounds. The perfect location for holding important summits, exhibitions, awards nights and more, The Timber Yard is an inspiring and engaging Melbourne conference venue for hire that is unlike anything else in the city.

Our inclusive Melbourne conference venue hire packages cover weather contingency options, production offices, and high-speed internet, with incredible AV packages available for impressive presentations that go off without a hitch. Our expert event team and industry-leading supplier partners are passionate about delivering conferences and events that wow guests from arrival to close.


CONFERENCES

Whether you require small, mid-scale or large conference venues for your Melbourne event, The Timber Yard has you covered. Our conference spaces can be separated into multiple venues, or expanded to host up to 1500 guests in all event formats.

EXHIBITIONS

Easily the most impressive exhibition space available in Melbourne, our expansive event spaces allow for every stall configuration imaginable, while also accommodating individual break-out rooms for key presentations.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

For engaging and memorable professional development events, The Timber Yard offers an interactive environment that fosters learning; an inspiring conference venue for hire in Melbourne that enriches professional development regardless of industry.

Venue Facilities

Weather contingency option
Green room
High speed internet
In-house AV
BYO Catering
Food truck friendly
Nearby 5 star accommodation
5 min from CBD
25 min from airport

A MELBOURNE CONFERENCE VENUE DRESSED FOR SUCCESS

With world-class amenities, respected catering partners and unrivalled connectivity, The Timber Yard delivers exceptional events unmatched by all other conference venues in Melbourne. Positioned only 5 minutes from the CBD, 25 minutes from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, and surrounded by an array of high-quality accommodation, The Timber Yard is the most well-connected and accessible conference venue for hire in Melbourne. Our convenience to public transport and unmetered car parking ensures attendance is never hindered by accessibility restrictions, and servicing of deliveries, catering, bump-ins and all other important event components are efficient and effective.

MELBOURNE’S ELITE EXHIBITION SPACE FOR HIRE

At The Timber Yard, it's our scale, heritage and versatility that sets us apart from other conference venues in Melbourne. Our flexible indoor and outdoor event spaces are customisable to suit the unique needs of every conference or function, from large-scale industry presentations to speaker events and prize givings. Each of our conference venues for hire can be made as small or grand as you require, tailored to showcase your offering for a guest experience that reflects and enhances your brand.

LOOKING FOR CONFERENCE VENUES IN MELBOURNE?

Our highly experienced and trusted events team is dedicated to delivering successful, memorable conferences that leave a lasting impression. Whether you’re looking for intimate or large conference venues in Melbourne, we have the solution for your function. With a partner network of Melbourne’s most respected suppliers, from caterers to stylists and production teams, we have everything you need to deliver a conference that exceeds every expectation. To get started with the planning of your event at the best exhibition space in Melbourne, contact our expert team at +613 9070 3470 or fill out our contact enquiry form below.

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FAQ's

The Timber Yard is the best conference venue for hire in Melbourne for events of all sizes, and styles. With an array of unique and interconnecting spaces, it is the ideal location for summits, exhibitions, demonstrations, awards nights and more. Its contemporary, rustic vibe pays homage to Melbourne’s unique character, setting the backdrop for impressive, engaging conferences that blow your guests away. Each space is completely customisable to meet the unique needs of your conference, whether that requires small or large conference venues, or break-out spaces for hosting multiple presentations all in one professional location. Let our event team bring your conference to life, contact us using our enquiry form today. 

As the leading conference venue for hire in Melbourne, we understand the importance of accessibility and convenience. That’s why we have allocated 10 parking spaces on-site for our clients, their special guests, and their suppliers. Guest parking is just as easy, with more than 200 unmetered and untimed street parking spaces on Plummer Street or Smith Street, directly opposite our corporate event venue. Or, public transport offers even easier connectivity to the CBD and beyond, with PTV bus routes 234 and 235 just a 5-minute stroll away.  We also have a nearby warehouse that can be hired for extended parking, perfect for daytime events.

Our Port Melbourne location makes The Timber Yard the preferred choice of conference venues in Melbourne, particularly for clients hosting interstate, regional or international guests. Located only 20 minutes drive from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, and 10 minutes from the CBD, The Timber Yard is convenient for all. The closest accommodation is less than a 6-minute drive or an easy Uber from our conference venue. Nearby accommodation options include hotels, serviced apartments and holiday rentals in Port Melbourne, Fishermans Bend, South Melbourne, South Wharf and Melbourne CBD; all locales within a 10-minute drive from The Timber Yard.