Open floor space for performance and dance
Room to clear the floor for dancing, drumming or a performance element, without fixed furniture in the way.
African weddings in Melbourne's south-east
African Wedding Venue in Bentleigh East, Melbourne
An elegant, flexible ballroom for family, heritage and celebration.
A celebration on your terms
Space for family, heritage and every tradition
Whitestone is a pre-styled ballroom in Melbourne's south-east, built to hold an African wedding celebration on your own terms. Traditions vary widely across the continent and between families, so rather than building the room around one specific custom, Whitestone gives you a genuinely flexible, elegant space and lets you bring in the attire, music, dance and styling that reflect your own heritage.
Beneath a permanent silk floral canopy and crystal chandeliers, the room provides open floor space for performance and dance, a large guest capacity for extended-family celebrations, and a neutral backdrop that lets vibrant colours, fabrics and personal touches stand out rather than compete with a fixed theme.
Why Whitestone
Why Whitestone suits your African wedding
A generous ballroom, flexible floor plan and dedicated planning support give every part of your celebration room to feel considered.
Room for the whole family
Space for up to 300 guests, suited to the large extended-family and community gatherings common across many African wedding traditions.
A neutral backdrop for vibrant styling
Our floral and chandelier styling sits underneath your own colours, fabrics and decorations rather than working against them.
Flexible for a multi-part celebration
Whether your day includes a traditional ceremony element alongside a Western-style reception, our flexible floor plan and furniture can be reset between parts of the day.
One event specialist, start to finish
The same person helps you plan the run sheet around every part of your celebration.
What's included in your venue hire
Signature styling, flexible spaces and a dedicated specialist — ready for you to make entirely your own.
- Exclusive use of our ballroom, styled floor-to-ceiling with a permanent silk floral canopy and crystal chandeliers
- Our moody, New York–style bar area, framed with cascading florals
- Gold Tiffany chairs, with your choice of round or rectangular tables and black or white linen
- A fully equipped commercial kitchen, available for your own caterer or one from our trusted network
- In-house surround sound speakers, up-lighting and a microphone, with your DJ, band or drummers bringing their own equipment
- Access to our hidden photography spaces, including the upstairs room with its floral backdrop
- A dedicated Whitestone event specialist to help plan every detail
- Ample guest parking directly opposite the venue
Catering, beverages & personal touches
Your menu, music and celebration
We don't operate an in-house kitchen for events, so your menu isn't dictated by us — bring in a caterer who specialises in the cuisine that reflects your family's heritage, or ask us for a recommendation from our curated guide of trusted caterers.
Our beverage packages cover both alcoholic and non-alcoholic options, with BYO arrangements also available, and the open floor plan gives you room to bring in your own music, performance or decoration without working around fixed furniture.
Loved by Melbourne couples
Whitestone has hosted hundreds of celebrations across Melbourne's south-east, backed by a 4.7 average from 140+ Google reviews.
“The venue is just magical, from the front lobby to the bridal suite. Not to mention the absolutely stunning ballroom, it truly is one of a kind venue space. We received so many compliments from our guests. The staff were always friendly and accommodating to our requests, leading up to the event and on the day.”SHAHEEZA H. - a Whitestone bride
The investment
Venue hire from$4,800
Venue hire starts from $4,800 (Monday–Thursday) and $6,600 (Friday–Sunday), plus your choice of beverage package — pricing varies by day, date and beverage selection, and excludes GST.
Visit our Investment page for the full breakdown of packages, beverage options and add-ons.
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
Is there room for dancing and performance?
Yes — the open floor plan gives you space to clear for dancing, drumming or a performance element as part of your celebration.
Is the venue big enough for a large extended-family guest list?
Yes — the venue holds up to 300 guests.
Can we bring our own caterer for our specific cuisine?
Yes. We don't run an in-house kitchen, so you're free to use your own caterer, or we can recommend one from our trusted network.
Can we host a celebration with more than one distinct part, such as a traditional ceremony and a separate reception?
Yes — talk to your event specialist about how the room and furniture can be reset between parts of your day.
Your African wedding starts here
Let's celebrate together
Ready to start planning your African wedding celebration? Get in touch and our team will be back to you within 24–48 hours, or explore our packages and pricing to see what's included.