Welcome to Science Gallery Melbourne, where art and science collide to create an unforgettable event experience.
Science Gallery Melbourne offers a dynamic backdrop that will spark conversation and ideas amongst guests. Whether you’re planning a corporate meeting, workshop, dinner function or cocktail party, our flexible spaces can be curated to realise your vision.
We’ve got your event covered with state-of-the art audiovisual capabilities, high quality conference facilities and a hands-on catering partner, Atlantic Group Hospitality. Steps away from public transport and on the fringe of the Melbourne central business district, our Carlton location ensures convenience for your guests.
Our unique event spaces can host intimate gatherings to large scale events designed to delight and inspire. Elevate your event with curator tours, tertiary workshops and expert talks.
Transform your next event into something extraordinary — book now.
End-of-year events
Planning your end-of-year event or company party? Let us handle the details of your team celebration with our all-inclusive packages.
All-inclusive cocktail functions start from $69 per person.
Limited time offer: book your event for 200+ guests and enjoy a complimentary DJ performance.
Spaces for hire
THE WESTERN GALLERY
Ideal for cocktail functions and seated lunches or dinners.
Capacity
Cocktail: 300+
Banquet: 8-100
Step into the Western Gallery, a light-filled space with stunning floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking Swanston Street. This open space houses a flagship exhibition artwork, which makes it an extraordinary choice for events. Equipped with basic audiovisual facilities, the Western Gallery is perfect for background music and speeches, offering a seamless experience for your guests.
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In-built equipment in this space includes:
↘ Up to 2 wireless hand-held microphones
↘ House PA system, including ability to make overhead announcements and facilitation of background music
↘ Hearing Assist
↘ Impressive digital welcome screen for displaying welcome messages (768px x 1152px)Contact us to discuss the possibility of further additions.
SCIENCE GALLERY THEATRE
Flexible seating for conferences, dining, and presentations.
Capacity
Cocktail: 250
Theatre: 200
Banquet: 130
This versatile theatre space features state-of-the-art audiovisual capabilities, perfect for everything from workshops to intimate dinners. As a blank canvas it allows you to innovate and create a memorable experience with moveable curtains, numerous rigging points, staging equipment, and special-effect lighting options.
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In-built equipment in this space includes:
↘ Up to 2 wireless hand-held microphones
↘ Teaching lectern with built-in microphone and HDMI connection
↘ Access to 4K projector and screen
↘ Pre-set stage and room lighting
↘ Access to in-house accessibility equipment including stage ramp and hearing assist
↘ Full coverage speaker system
↘ In-built stagingContact us to discuss the possibility of further additions.
PACCAR THEATRE
Accommodates talks and workshops.
Capacity:
Theatre: 80
The PACCAR Theatre offers an intimate amphitheatre-style setting within our ground floor galleries. It’s designed for public talks and workshops, featuring an in-built projector and microphone to enhance your presentations.
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In-built equipment in this space includes:
↘ One wireless hand-held microphone centralised to the house PA system
↘ Access to projector with HDMI connection
Catering
Science Gallery Melbourne partners with Atlantic Group® for all in-house and event catering. Whether you need a full-day conference menu, casual student lunches, or a spectacular cocktail party, their creative culinary team can curate the ideal menu to complement your occasion. Click here to view our catering menus.
Audiovisual enhancements
Elevate your experience with bespoke audiovisual opportunities provided by our specialist in-house technology team. Whether you’re hosting a conference, a corporate function, a performance or a party, we can help you create the perfect atmosphere.
Current exhibition
The latest show at Science Gallery Melbourne offers fresh insights on science fiction by highlighting its connection to Asian and First Nations mythologies and ancient philosophies. SCI-FI: Mythologies Transformed celebrates the futuristic visions and fantastical realities of Asian and First Nations artists and collectives. Closing 31 May 2025.
Get in touch to discuss adding on a curator tour or private exhibition viewing.
Why choose us?
When you host your event at Science Gallery, you're not just choosing a remarkable space - you're investing in the future. Every event at Science Gallery Melbourne helps fund groundbreaking research and creative programs at the University of Melbourne. Your celebration today supports tomorrow's artists, scientists, and innovators.
Get started
Ready to plan your next event in one of Melbourne’s most unique event venues? Contact our events team at mc-events@unimelb.edu.au to check space availability, arrange a site visit, and kick off the planning for your unforgettable event.
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