FAQ's

Learn all about One of Nine events by reading our frequently asked questions!

Where are you located?

One of Nine is located on Level 1, 203 Swan Street in the vibrant inner city Melbourne suburb of Richmond! As well as great public transport links, there is on-street parking available and plenty of spots to party on afterwards.

What sort of events do you hold?

We can host any sort of cocktail style event for 50 to 150 people, including:

● Corporate functions

● Product launches

● Milestone birthdays (21st, 30ths, 40ths, 50ths, 60ths)

● Weddings (including surprise weddings)

● Wedding recovery parties

● Engagement parties

● Baby showers

● Bridal showers

● Bar mitzvahs

● Hens dos and bucks parties

● Christmas parties.

How does your pricing work?

There is no room hire fee, just a minimum spend! Minimum food and beverage spends start at just $2,000 and vary according to the day of the week and time of year:

● $2,000 for Monday - Thursday during January - November / $3,000 for December

● $3,000 for Friday and Sunday during January - November / $4,000 for December

● $5,000 for Saturday during January - November/ $6,000 for December.

Functions can run for 5 hours in total - beyond this, a higher minimum spend (agreed during the booking process) applies.

Get in touch for a copy of our function pack for more information.

Can I have a bar tab?

You can! You have a choice of either a bar tab and your own selection of included beverages or choosing from our drinks packages!

What’s included in your cost?

All of our events include:

● 5 hour use of the venue

● Flexible start time

● In-house catering

● Choice of bar tab or drinks packages

● Dedicated event planner and coordinator (venue owner Teagan!).

What sort of catering do you offer?

Our in-house catering options are designed to suit your budget and guest numbers. All food is prepared off-site and finished in our on-site kitchen.

Menu options are seasonal and include a delicious range of modern Australian and Asian influenced cuisine all cooked on-site. We also have a wide range of drinks options (including cocktails) to suit your budget!

How does your booking process work?

We recommend enquiring about your event date as soon as you can, as some dates fill up quickly! 

To confirm your booking, sign the terms and conditions and return along with a $500 deposit within two days of receiving your deposit invoice.

The deposit secures your date and is non-refundable once paid. It also becomes the security bond on the night and will be refunded within 5 business days after the function providing no damage has been caused.

Once you’re booked in, we’ll work with you to plan out your event! Food selections need to be made 14 days before your event, and payment 7 days prior.

Who will work with me in the lead up to my event?

You get to work with venue owner Teagan from initial enquiry, through all of the planning and on the day of your event! Teagan lives and breathes events and loves working closely with clients to bring their visions to life - consider her to be your dedicated event planner!

Read more about Teagan on our About page.

Can I provide my own music?

One of Nine is set up for you to plug in your iPod, iPhone or Android phone, or you can organise a DJ to get your guests dancing. We have a state-of-the-art DJ booth and in-house speakers - all your DJ needs to do is plug straight in!

Do I need to decorate the space?

Totally up to you! The space looks great as it is, or can be styled with florals, balloons, disco balls or streamer installations. Ask us for party supplier recommendations!

Can I bring in a cake?

You can absolutely bring in your own cake to serve as dessert. There’s a small additional charge of $50 to have it sliced and plated for your guests.

How does the photo booth work?

For an additional $500, our photo booth allows your guests to take home printed pics from the night, with a bespoke design celebrating your special event. You’ll also receive a link to the full online gallery. Use our props or bring in your own for some extra fun!

Can I bring in my own suppliers?

Absolutely! We can recommend suppliers to work with, but you’re welcome to bring in your own. Please note that catering is all done in-house.

How is One of Nine different to other venues?

Good question! There are a few things that we think make us stand out:

● The location! One of Nine is a really centrally located, yet private venue.

● We are family owned and run, so you get to work directly with the owner and event manager, Teagan, who will also coordinate everything on the day itself. 

● Our dedicated DJ booth (with a state-of-the-art sound system) and in-built photo booth are two unique features that our clients absolutely love!

● Clients also love the feel and overall vibe of the venue - it’s modern, but still warm and cosy.

● Lastly, we are very competitively priced for weddings and events when compared to other inner city venues!