A room that's already the centrepiece
Our permanent floral ceiling, crystal chandeliers and moody bar area mean the venue looks incredible before a single extra decoration goes in.
Engagement celebrations in Melbourne's south-east
Engagement Party Venue in Bentleigh East, Melbourne
A pre-styled ballroom for the night you announce what comes next.
Your next chapter starts here
Already dressed for celebration
Whitestone is a pre-styled ballroom in Melbourne's south-east, built for the night you announce what's next. Beneath a permanent silk floral canopy and crystal chandeliers, the room is already dressed for celebration — so there's no styling budget to spend before the party even starts.
Whether you’re planning an intimate dinner with close family or a full 300-guest celebration with dancing until late, our team is with you from your first walkthrough through to the night itself — sourcing vendors, building your run sheet, and making sure the evening runs exactly as planned.
Why Whitestone
Why Whitestone suits your engagement party
From an intimate dinner to a dance-floor celebration, the room flexes around your plans.
Scales with your guest list
From a close-family dinner to a 300-guest celebration, the same elegant setting works for either.
Built for a cocktail-style night
Our New York–style bar area and flexible furniture suit a canape-and-drinks evening just as well as a seated dinner.
Catering and beverages on your terms
No in-house kitchen means no restrictions — bring your own caterer, or let us connect you with one from our trusted network.
One event specialist, start to finish
From your first venue walkthrough through vendor sourcing to the night itself, the same person helps you plan every detail.
The details are already considered
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 bringing their own decks
- Access to our hidden photography spaces, including the upstairs room with its floral backdrop, for engagement photos
- A dedicated Whitestone event specialist to help plan every detail, from vendors to your run sheet
- Ample guest parking directly opposite the venue
Catering, beverages & personal touches
Celebrate your way
We don't operate an in-house kitchen for events, which means your menu isn't dictated by us — bring in a caterer you already love, or ask us for a recommendation from our curated guide of trusted caterers who specialise in a range of cuisines. That flexibility suits an engagement party particularly well, whether you're planning canapes and a cocktail bar or a full sit-down dinner for close family.
Our beverage packages cover both alcoholic and non-alcoholic options, with BYO arrangements also available — the exact corkage and package costs depend on what you choose, and your event specialist will walk you through the options. Because the space is already styled floor-to-ceiling, you're free to layer in your own colours and finishing touches without needing to build a look from scratch for a single night.
Loved by Melbourne couples
Whitestone has hosted hundreds of celebrations across Melbourne's south-east, backed by more than 140 five-star 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.
The same hire fee applies regardless of your final guest count, so an intimate engagement party and a 300-guest one are priced the same way.
Visit our Investment page for the full breakdown of packages, beverage options and add-ons.
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
Can we host a smaller, more intimate engagement party here?
Yes. The room suits a close-family dinner just as well as a large celebration — the hire fee is the same either way, so it's worth speaking with your event specialist about what fits your guest list.
Can we do a cocktail-style night instead of a sit-down dinner?
Yes. Our bar area and furniture are set up for a canape-and-drinks format, and your caterer can build a menu around that.
Can we bring our own caterer?
Yes. We don't run an in-house kitchen, so you're free to use your own caterer, or we're happy to recommend one from our trusted supplier network if you'd like a starting point.
Is there parking for our guests?
Yes, there's ample parking directly opposite the venue.
Keep exploring
Explore our other celebrations
Planning the wedding itself, or celebrating with family in a cultural ceremony? Visit our Wedding & Reception Venue page, or explore our celebration pages for specific traditions.
Your engagement starts here
Let's celebrate together
Ready to start planning your engagement party? 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.