Social Gatherings Private events at The Grand River Room

Host Your Next Gathering by the River

Discover an elegant, light-filled bistro pavilion designed for intimate dinners, festive milestones, and refined corporate occasions. Every detail is curated to feel warm, effortless, and distinctly Australian.

Up to 60 guests seated in our private pavilion Tailored menus featuring regional produce Dedicated coordinator from first call to final toast

Gather With Intention

Host Your Next Gathering

From first arrival to final farewell, The Grand River Room is designed to hold your most important moments with warmth, ease, and polished hospitality.

Intimate Dinners & Milestone Moments

Gather those closest to you for softly lit dinners, shared stories, and generous plates that celebrate the best of regional Australian produce.

  • Signature Celebrations – birthdays, anniversaries, and special moments in an ambient bistro lounge setting
  • Thoughtfully curated menus with vegetarian and gluten-conscious options
  • Flexible layouts for long banquet tables, clusters, or semi-private nooks

Corporate Events Redefined

Impress colleagues and clients with a setting that feels professional yet welcoming, supported by discreet, attentive service.

  • Business dinners, strategy off-sites, team celebrations, and client hosting
  • Custom menus designed to suit timings, dietary needs, and brand tone
  • Inclusive amenities such as AV equipment and premium table settings

Seasonal Festivities

Mark the festive season with golden evening light, sparkling glassware, and a menu that honours the rhythm of local farms and producers.

  • Holiday gatherings, end-of-year celebrations, and reunion feasts
  • Curated menus celebrating sustainable meats and organic vegetables
  • Classic beverage selection with thoughtful pairings
Banquet-style dining setup with guests enjoying a private event in the pavilion.

Private Banquet Pavilion

Light-Filled, Warm, and Exclusively Yours

Enjoy exclusive use of our pavilion, where natural daylight melts into a soft evening glow, framed by contemporary décor and warm, boutique finishes.

Space That Adapts to Your Gathering

Our private pavilion accommodates up to 60 seated guests, with flexible layouts that support intimate gatherings, shared long-table feasts, and refined business occasions.

Up to 60 seated guests Daylight & evening ambience Contemporary décor Warm boutique styling

Inclusive Amenities

Every event booking includes essential inclusions to keep your focus on the people, not the logistics.

  • Premium table settings, glassware, and linen
  • AV equipment suitable for speeches and presentations
  • Discreet, attentive service that preserves the intimate feel of your gathering
  • Optional arrival canapés and post-dinner nightcaps

Tailored Menus & Beverages

Designed Around Your Occasion

Our chefs collaborate directly with you to craft menus that celebrate sustainable local meats, organic vegetables, and classic beverage pairings that feel just right.

From First Conversation to Final Course

Every event begins with a relaxed planning conversation. We listen to your vision, guest preferences, and timing, then design a bespoke menu shaped around your celebration.

Tailored Menus

  • Shared feasting menus featuring seasonal Australian produce
  • Plated multi-course experiences for more formal evenings
  • Canapé selections for standing receptions or networking events
  • Considered options for vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-conscious guests

Beverage Pairings

  • Classic wine list highlighting regional Australian producers
  • Curated cocktail selections for pre- and post-dinner moments
  • Non-alcoholic pairings and sparkling refreshments
  • Flexible beverage packages to match your format and timing
Menus confirmed ahead of time for a seamless service experience Dedicated coordinator to manage timings and flow

Personalised Event Planning

From the first call to the final toast, our dedicated event coordinator is by your side, simplifying decisions and ensuring every detail feels thoughtful and polished.

  • Clear timelines and run-sheets tailored to your style of event
  • Guidance on room layout, pacing of courses, and speeches
  • Coordination with stylists, florists, and musicians as needed
  • On-the-day host to keep everything running smoothly
Speak With Our Event Coordinator
Colleagues enjoying a refined corporate dinner with attentive service.

Corporate Events Redefined

Professional, Polished, and Warmly Welcoming

Host colleagues and clients in a space that balances professional presentation with the ease of a neighbourhood bistro, supported by refined hospitality.

Seamless Business Gatherings

Whether you are marking a project milestone, hosting an executive dinner, or treating your team, we shape the experience around your objectives and brand.

  • Structured agendas supported by clear course timings
  • AV support for presentations and short talks
  • Quiet corners for conversation and connection
  • Menus tailored to shorter or extended sitting times
Executive dinners Client hosting Team celebrations Strategy evenings

Exclusive River Card Salon Evenings

A Distinctive Addition to Your Gathering

Add a layer of relaxed sophistication to your event with reserved access to our evening offline poker lounge, designed for face-to-face matches and friendly tournaments.

Intimate, In-Person Offline Poker Lounge

Our River Card Salon offers a warm, tactile setting for guests who enjoy traditional card play and shared conversation, entirely offline and in person.

  • Reserved tables for private groups during weekend evenings
  • Ideal for celebration add-ons, team bonding, or relaxed socialising
  • Hosted within our land-based lounge, with classic beverages available
Discover The River Card Salon

Thoughtfully Integrated Into Your Event

Our team can blend your offline card lounge access seamlessly into the evening, from post-dinner matches to friendly mini-tournaments among guests.

  • Scheduling aligned with speeches, courses, and toasts
  • Clear guidance for guests new to the space
  • Comfortable seating and soft lighting for extended play

Unforgettable Experiences

Stories From Recent Hosts

Hosts tell us they feel looked after from the very first email – with seamless planning, attentive service, and an atmosphere guests talk about long after the night ends.

Anniversary Dinner to Remember

“From the moment we walked into the pavilion, everything felt softly lit and intentional. Our guests loved the shared plates, and the team quietly anticipated what we needed without ever interrupting the mood.”

Host of a 25th anniversary celebration

Seamless Corporate Evening

“Our leadership dinner felt both professional and relaxed. The timing of each course was flawless, the AV was ready to go when we arrived, and the menu showcased local producers in such a thoughtful way.”

Corporate event organiser

Festive Season Gathering

“The room glowed with golden light and the seasonal menu was a highlight for our guests. The coordinator guided us from first enquiry to the final toast, making the whole experience feel effortless.”

Host of a holiday celebration

Book Your Occasion

Ready to Begin Planning?

Share a few details about your gathering and we will craft a tailored proposal, including date availability, menu ideas, and options for adding our River Card Salon to your evening.

  • Private walk-throughs of the pavilion available on request
  • Custom packages for birthdays, anniversaries, and corporate events
  • Warm, responsive communication from our events team

Planning Essentials

  • Ideal for 18–60 guests, with flexible seating layouts
  • Available for lunch, twilight, and evening events
  • Menus confirmed ahead of time for smooth service