Darling Group
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We know a thing or two about throwing a great party.

With dedicated event specialists and venues across Melbourne and the Peninsula, Darling Group is one of Melbourne’s premier event groups. Here to make your next occasion truly memorable.

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Find the perfect venue

Event Type
No. of Guests
Seated or Standing

For more information about the venue of your choice, menus, wine lists and minimum spends. Simply get in touch with one of our dedicated events managers.

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The Kettle Black Albert's Table

Kettle Black

Located on the second story of the terrace house, our private dining room can host up to 12 guests. Decorate the space for your event and have your own private room to celebrate in style.

  • stands 12
  • Seats 12

Notable Features

  • Private Room
  • Set Menu

The Kettle Black Exclusive Use

Kettle Black

Café by day, The Kettle Black transforms into a unique and effortless event space by night. The venue is unique and flexible and can be set in multiple arrangements to create a truly distinctive night.

  • stands 120
  • Seats 80

Notable Features

  • AV Hire
  • Disability Access
  • Microphone
  • Wi-Fi

Top Paddock Exclusive Use

Top Paddock

Top Paddock’s food is familiar but unique. Grounded in solid technique with a focus on seasonal ingredients, with tailored menus for your next event let us provide the perfect setting.

  • stands 180
  • Seats 90

Notable Features

  • AV Hire
  • Disability Access
  • Microphone
  • Dance Floor

Token Private Dining

Token

Token's Private Dining Room is the ideal destination for guests seeking an intimate private dining experience, accommodating up to 18 guests for a seated dinner.

  • Seats 18

Notable Features

  • Private Room
  • Set Menu
  • Private Dining
  • DIY Theming

The Terrace Exclusive Use

The Terrace

The Terrace offers a familiar but unique food offering curated by Executive Chef, Ash Hicks that is both delicious & beautiful, with tailored menus available to suit your taste. The Terrace is available exclusively for up to 150 guests seated, or 300 guests cocktail style. Whether you're planning a wedding, cocktail reception, corporate event or birthday celebration, The Terrace is the place to be.

  • stands 350
  • Seats 200

Notable Features

  • AV Hire
  • Disability Access
  • Microphone
  • Wi-Fi

Higher Ground Exclusive Use

Higher Ground

Housed within a heritage listed 1890s former power station. Our extraordinary event space encompasses six connected levels that wrap around the perimeter of the original brick building, offering a host of unique spaces. Carefully curated with luxurious furniture, modern finishes and lush greenery, your next event can be truly unique.

  • stands 250
  • Seats 150

Notable Features

  • AV Hire
  • Disability Access
  • Microphone
  • Wi-Fi

Token Exclusive Use

Token

With two open kitchens across the venue Token offers an extensive izakaya style menu from raw seafood to the open flame of our custom-made binchotan yakitori grill. With a killer cocktail list and the ability to cater for huge groups Token is one of the best event spaces in Melbourne.

  • stands 300
  • Seats 150

Notable Features

  • Sashimi Bar
  • Cocktail Bar
  • Dance Floor
  • Coal Fire Grill

Higher Ground The Loft

Higher Ground

Located on the upper level of Higher Ground, The Loft is an exclusive area that overlooks the main floor and mezzanine level of the venue. Great for business events, receptions, and dinners that need to be private but still want to be part of the restaurant ambiance.

  • stands 45
  • Seats 20

Notable Features

  • AV Hire
  • Microphone
  • Bar Area
  • Wifi