Facilities

The Reading Room

Located within the Fitzroy Town Hall, The Reading Room was originally part of the building’s library and features the original floor-to-ceiling bookcases.

This impressive room features 9 chandeliers, a decorative ceiling, polished floorboards and heritage paintwork.

Its warm and welcoming interior makes it a popular choice for weddings, performances and cocktail events for up to 100 people. It can also be hired in conjunction with the Fitzroy Town Hall ballroom as a breakout space or ceremony location.

Capacities

• 100 Theatre Style
• 80 - 90 seated for dinner
• 350 attendees is the maximum capacity across Ballroom and Reading Room combined.

Features and Facilities

• 13.1 x 14.4m floor space
• Wooden floors
• Adjoining kitchenette with large refrigerator, dishwasher and microwave - available free of charge
• 10 trestle tables (seating 8-10 people)
• 100 chairs
• The Reading Room is fully wheelchair accessible
• Download The Reading Room floor plan

Restrictions and Further Information

• All functions must finish by 11pm Sunday to Thursday or by 1am Fridays and Saturdays.
• Fitzroy Town Hall is in a residential area; noise levels must be monitored.
• You must supply their own cutlery, crockery, glassware and linen.
• You may choose your own caterer; names of recommended caterers can be provided upon request.
• This is not a licensed venue. You must apply for a temporary limited licence if you intend to sell alcohol. If you wish to supply alcohol free of charge, you must submit a Partysafe form to Victoria Police.
• Download the frequently asked questions 
• Download and read our conditions of hire

Access

• Wheelchair accessible
• Braille tactile signage
• Disabled drop off area
• Disability drop off zone

How to book

If you’re a registered user and have booked a venue with us before, you can log on to make a new booking.

If you’re a first-time user, please register with us.

If you are from an organisation, please ensure you register your organisation and book in the organisation’s name.

Not-for-profit groups may be eligible for a discounted rate. You must first contact us on 9205 5555 or info@yarracity.vic.gov.au to get verified for a discounted rate.

Fees and Charges

You will be required to pay a security bond to confirm your booking.

Hire Type (Minimum hire: 3 hours)
Hourly hire	$293
Hourly hire - not for profit	$141
Hourly hire - concession	$117
Commercial kitchen hire (per day)	$310
Sound system package - full day	$600
Sound system package - half day	$340
Hire of portable projector and screen (per day)	$61
Venue support officer (per hour)*	$59
Additional admin services fee	$50

To be considered for the not for profit and concession rates, you will need to show evidence of your eligibility at the time of booking. Some restrictions may apply.

A Town Hall Subsidy Grant is available to eligible organisations.

*Additional Venue Support Officers may be required in addition to the hire fee depending on the complexity and nature of the event.

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