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How a Melbourne Anniversary Party Comes Together

Anniversaries split two ways. A couple marking a quiet milestone usually wants something for two or a handful of people, while a 25th or 50th tends to bring the whole extended family together, often with speeches, a band and old photos on a screen.

For the small version, Sail Melbourne Charters takes up to nine guests on a skippered yacht from Docklands from $290 per hour, minimum 2-hour charter. Afternoon Tea at The Hotel Windsor in the CBD serves tiered stands from $89 per person, with private heritage rooms for a family group. Melbourne Boat Hire and MV Pearl suit a slightly bigger table on the water.

For the big family party, function rooms around the suburbs carry most of the load. The Phoenix Hotel in Point Cook and The Function Room @ Commercial Hotel in South Morang both take up to 700, Veneto Club in Bulleen starts from $300 room hire, and Customs House Hotel Williamstown has rooms for up to 150.

Choosing by the size of the celebration:

  • Two to nine guests: a private yacht with Sail Melbourne Charters.
  • A family lunch: Left Bank Melbourne in Southbank from $39 per person, or Hotel Collingwood from $42 per person.
  • A seaside dinner: Sandy by the Bay in Sandringham or The Epsom in Mordialloc from $26 per person.
  • A 50th for hundreds: The Phoenix Hotel from $49 per person, with a dance floor.

Whichever size you choose, book a photographer: Melbourne Birthday Party Photography covers anniversaries from $400. For live music, browse bands, and photographers for more options.

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Ways to mark the date

  • A cruise: Melbourne River Cruises seats up to 170 on the Yarra, with catering and drinks packages.
  • A band from the couple's era: Something Blue Band plays soul, Motown, jazz and party covers from $2,495.
  • A styled room: JK Deco styles anniversaries from $2,500, and Melbourne Event Florals builds flower walls.
  • A surprise: Amazing Ashley performs close-up magic between tables.

Getting the couple there

  • Enrik Limousines runs stretch limos for up to 12 across every region.
  • Mustangs in Black and Melbourne Vintage Kombi Hire offer a nostalgic arrival.
  • Hummer X Limousines takes 18 if the whole family wants to travel together.

Questions to ask the venue

  • Can old photos or a slideshow run on a screen? The Function Room @ Commercial Hotel has TV and presentation facilities.
  • Is there a dance floor for a first dance repeat? The Phoenix Hotel and WestWaters both have one.
  • Can older guests sit for the whole night? Ask for a banquet layout rather than cocktail.
  • What food suits a long lunch? Big Flavours caters from $27 per person if you hold it at home.

Anniversary Celebrations, Explained

What's a small way to celebrate an anniversary on the water in Melbourne?

Sail Melbourne Charters takes up to nine guests on a skippered yacht from Docklands, from $290 per hour with a minimum 2-hour charter.

Where can a family hold a 50th wedding anniversary in Melbourne's west?

The Phoenix Hotel in Point Cook takes up to 700 from $49 per person, WestWaters in Caroline Springs holds 500, and Customs House Hotel Williamstown has rooms for up to 150.

Is afternoon tea at The Hotel Windsor suitable for an anniversary?

Yes. Afternoon Tea at The Hotel Windsor runs from $89 per person in the CBD and has private heritage rooms for family groups.

Which Melbourne bands play music for an older anniversary crowd?

Something Blue Band plays soul, Motown, jazz and swing as well as party covers, from $2,495, and travels across Melbourne.

Can we decorate a hall for a ruby or golden anniversary in Melbourne?

JK Deco styles anniversary functions from $2,500 and Melbourne Event Florals builds flower walls and ceiling pieces, both covering every region.

Are there bayside venues for an anniversary dinner?

Sandy by the Bay in Sandringham has water views from $39 per person, and The Epsom in Mordialloc starts from $26 per person.