Christmas Party Venues in Parkes

What to Know Before Booking Christmas Party Venues

Parkes pairs a heritage building with a lakeside restaurant for end-of-year functions. Old Parliament House on King George Terrace handles large corporate crowds across halls, dining rooms and courtyards, while Water's Edge suits a seated dinner by the water.

Where a Parkes Christmas could land:

A standing Christmas reception for 80 to 500 fits King's Hall, the old building's grand entry.
The Members' Dining Rooms seat up to 180 at one sitting and look out to Parliament House.
The Senate Courtyard hosts Christmas parties for up to 440 standing.
Water's Edge runs exclusive use, group tables or private room dinners through November and December.
Water's Edge function menus start From $85 per person.

Dining Room 2 seats 180, Dining Room 1 seats 80 and Dining Room 3 seats 70.
The Members' Bar beside Dining Room 3 takes 65 for drinks before or after dinner.
An outdoor courtyard party has to include a paid indoor backup in case of rain.
Food and drinks come from the in-house team, and the events team prepares a quote.

Water's Edge for a smaller team

The private dining room seats 18 behind a curtain at one long table.
Climate-controlled domes by the lake hold between 2 and 14.
Taking the whole restaurant in December needs a custom quote and carries a minimum spend.
Kangaroo is a signature dish on the Modern Australian menu.

Venues for Christmas Parties: Your Questions Answered

Which Parkes venue suits a 400-person Christmas party?

Old Parliament House, where King's Hall takes up to 500 and each courtyard up to 440 standing.

Can a team of 15 have a private Christmas dinner by the lake?

Yes. Water's Edge can seat them in its curtained private room for 18, or in one of the lakeside domes holding up to 14.

Do the courtyards at Old Parliament House need a backup?

Yes. A wet weather space must be booked with either courtyard at extra cost.

What does a Water's Edge Christmas menu cost?

Function menus start From $85 per person.