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Whitestone

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Capacity: 300 guestsPricing: From $5,280 room hireCategory: VenuesLocation: 936 North Rd, Bentleigh East VIC 3165

Highlights

  • Pre-styled ballroom under a silk floral ceiling for up to 300
  • Venue hire from $5,280, the same for any guest count
  • Bring your own caterer, with a commercial kitchen on site

About Whitestone

Whitestone is a wedding and events venue on North Road in Bentleigh East. Guests come in through large white doors to a dark, floral-styled bar area in a New York style, and then the drapes open onto the ballroom, which comes ready-styled: a permanent ceiling of silk flowers, crystal chandeliers, glossy white flooring and gold Tiffany seating. Parking is directly across the road. The ballroom takes up to 300 guests at round or rectangular tables with black or white linen, and it also hosts ceremonies, with the room flipped while guests have cocktails in the bar. Hire includes in-house surround sound, up-lighting and a microphone, with DJs and bands bringing their own equipment, plus access to hidden photography spots such as an upstairs white room with a floral backdrop. Weddings and receptions, Nikkah and Indian celebrations, engagement parties, anniversaries and vow renewals are all hosted here. Venue hire starts at $5,280 from Monday to Thursday and $7,260 from Friday to Sunday, and the fee doesn't change with guest numbers. There's no in-house catering for events: you bring a caterer you like or choose one from the venue's guide of caterers across many cuisines, using the fully equipped commercial kitchen. Drinks run as a bar tab, BYO spirits are allowed with corkage, and security is required whenever alcohol is served. A 50% deposit confirms the date, with final payment due 30 days before the event, and a dedicated event specialist helps with vendors and the run sheet.

Inclusions & amenities

Venue type

Function Venue

Budget

$$$ (Higher)

Food & drinks

BYO FoodBar TabBYO Drinks

Features

Banquet/Sit-DownLuxuryIndoorExclusive Venue Hire

Facilities

Sound SystemMicrophoneDance FloorDJ Friendly

Pricing

Venue hire from $5,280 Monday to Thursday and $7,260 Friday to Sunday, plus a beverage option. The hire fee is the same for any type or size of event. A ceremony-only booking and a pre-reception room turnaround are also offered. A 50% deposit secures the date and the balance is due 30 days before.

Food

There is no in-house catering. Hirers bring an external caterer or pick one from Whitestone's guide of caterers specialising in different cultural cuisines, including halal catering, and caterers can use the on-site commercial kitchen.

Beverages

Drinks are run as a bar tab covering alcoholic and non-alcoholic options, with dry events possible. BYO spirits are allowed with a corkage fee, and spirits and cocktail add-ons are available. Two RSA-qualified staff and security are required whenever alcohol is served.

Availability

Book a walkthrough through the enquiry form; the team replies within 24 to 48 hours, and bookings are held for 7 days after a quote is accepted.

Frequently asked questions

What is the guest limit at Whitestone?

Up to 300 guests. The hire fee is the same whatever the guest count, so it also works for a smaller family celebration.

How much does venue hire cost?

Hire starts at $5,280 from Monday to Thursday and $7,260 from Friday to Sunday, plus your chosen drinks option. The final figure depends on the day, the date and the beverages, and quotes hold for 30 days.

Is catering included?

No. Whitestone has no in-house catering for events, so you bring your own caterer or choose from the venue's guide of caterers who cover a range of cultural cuisines. A fully equipped commercial kitchen is available to them.

How do we secure a date?

A deposit of at least 50% of the total (venue hire, drinks and security) plus credit card details confirms the booking. Final payment and set-up details are due 30 days before the event, and deposits are non-refundable but can become a credit if you move dates up to five months out.

Can we have a DJ or band?

Yes. The venue supplies surround sound, up-lighting and a microphone, and your DJ or band brings their own decks or instruments. Music is monitored and must stay around an average of 72 decibels.

Where we are

Suitable occasions

Vidhi Fernandes

Vidhi Fernandes

8 months ago

We cannot thank Whitestone Reception enough for hosting our sangeet night — it was absolutely perfect from start to finish. We had to book the venue last minute due to an accident at our original venue, which was incred…

Nayzel Sushil (Nayzel - Feature Weddings)

Nayzel Sushil (Nayzel - Feature Weddings)

a year ago

Whitestone Events is honestly the perfect spot for all weddings — but especially cultural weddings. From pre-events to the big day, they just get it. As a wedding photographer, I’ve loved every opportunity to shoot here…

Annette Eldridge

Annette Eldridge

2 years ago

As an entertainment provider, working with the team at Whitestone Events for a recent wedding was an absolute breeze. The venue is absolutely stunning. The staff were incredibly professional, making sure everything ran s…

Paige Grant

Paige Grant

3 years ago

What an incredible venue. My husband and I had our wedding here at Whitestone, and we had a fantastic experience from the lead up and on the day. We originally had our wedding booked for November 2024, but Sam worked wit…

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