Hey ladies! I’m a 2025 bride in full planning mode, and if you’re anything like me – trying to keep things beautiful and budget-friendly – then you know how pricey wedding venues can get.
After hours of research (and a few near-meltdowns), I discovered a seriously underrated option: community centres.
These hall spaces are practical, affordable, and super flexible. Most come with the essentials – plenty of room, kitchen and bathroom facilities, tables, chairs, and even AV equipment. The catch? You’ll need to organise your own décor and catering – but honestly, that just means you get to make it totally yours.
Once you bring in your decor, these blank canvases can look absolutely magical. Think: fairylights, florals, and a dreamy dance floor – all without the hefty venue hire price tag.
So I’ve compiled a list of some affordable community centres across Sydney that are perfect for weddings, receptions, and cultural events (for my Indian brides – these venues can also be used to host a Sangeet!).
…so let’s begin:
1. Roselea Community Centre
• Capacity: Theatre-style – 550 people; Function – 400 people
• Features: State-of-the-art sound system, stage, heating, air conditioning, industrial kitchen, chairs and tables, disabled toilets, off-site parking
• Address: 645 Pennant Hills Road, Beecroft NSW 2119
• Contact: City of Parramatta Council – (02) 9806 5050
• Price Estimate: From $43.70/hr (Mon–Fri), $63.60/hr (Fri evening–Sun), up to $82.85/hr (Sun)
2. Bowman Hall
• Capacity: Theatre-style – up to 700; Banquet – up to 360
• Features: Grand stage, function tables and chairs, commercial kitchen, staffed facility, A/C, heating, bathrooms, disabled access
• Address: 35 Campbell Street, Blacktown NSW 2148
• Contact: Blacktown City Council – (02) 9839 6474
• Price Estimate: From ~$1490/6 hrs (Mon–Thurs), $2510 (Fri), $3400 (Sat), $3910 (Sun), $4660 (Public Holidays); extra hours: $110–$223/hr
3. Glenwood Community Hub
• Capacity: Main hall – 250; Lotus hall – 125; Others – 10–30
• Features: Spacious halls, ample parking, modern facilities
• Address: 72 Glenwood Park Drive, Glenwood NSW 2768
• Contact: Blacktown City Council – (02) 8814 7649
• Price Estimate: Please contact venue
4. The Ponds Community Hub
• Capacity: Hall 1 – 105; Halls 3 & 4 combined – 200
• Features: Outdoor area, function tables/chairs, kitchen, heating, disabled access, parking
• Address: 45 Riverbank Drive, The Ponds NSW 2769
• Contact: Blacktown City Council – (02) 9839 6000
• Price Estimate: 4 hr minimum from $64/hr to $128/hr
5. Prince Henry Centre
• Capacity: Seated – 220; Standing – 250
• Features: Ocean views, multiple rooms, commercial kitchen, dressing rooms, amphitheatre, undercover parking, AV equipment
• Address: 2 Coast Hospital Road, Little Bay NSW 2036
• Contact: Randwick City Council – (02) 9093 6200
• Price Estimate: Approx. $325/hr
6. St Marys Memorial Hall
• Capacity: Up to 380 guests
• Features: Stage, dressing rooms, kitchen, A/C, disability access, lighting/sound
• Address: Mamre Road, St Marys NSW 2751
• Contact: Penrith City Council – (02) 4732 7777
• Price Estimate: $395 for 12 hrs; extra hours $39/hr
7. Harold Park Community Hall
• Capacity: Up to 250 guests
• Features: Portable stage, A/C, parking, public transport nearby
• Address: 1 Dalgal Way, Forest Lodge NSW 2037
• Contact: City of Sydney – (02) 9265 9333
• Price Estimate: From $37/hr
8. Ashfield Town Hall
• Capacity: 300 seated; 400 standing
• Features: Historic venue, ideal for receptions and performances
• Address: 260 Liverpool Road, Ashfield NSW 2131
• Contact: Inner West Council – (02) 9392 5000
• Price Estimate: $145/hr weekdays; $2640 for full-day weekend hire
9. Burwood Park Community Centre
• Capacity: 80 guests
• Features: Playground & BBQ access, kitchenette, accessible change room
• Address: 8 Conder Street, Burwood NSW 2134
• Contact: Burwood Council – (02) 9911 9911
• Price Estimate: Please contact venue
10. Concord Community Centre
• Capacity: 120–150 people
• Features: Two rooms with kitchens, unstaffed venue
• Address: 1A Gipps Street, Concord NSW 2137
• Contact: City of Canada Bay Council – (02) 9911 6555
• Price Estimate: Please contact venue
11. Drummoyne Community Centre
• Capacity: 100 (cocktail), 80 (theatre), 60 (seated)
• Features: Natural light, verandah, kitchen, acoustic panels
• Address: 10 Cometrowe Street, Drummoyne NSW 2047
• Contact: City of Canada Bay Council – (02) 9911 6555
• Price Estimate: Please contact venue
12. Fairfield Showground – Parklands Function Centre
• Capacity: Up to 250 guests
• Features: Indoor/outdoor space, ample parking
• Address: 443 Smithfield Road, Prairiewood NSW 2176
• Contact: Fairfield City Council – (02) 9725 0222
• Price Estimate: Please contact venue
13. Surry Hills Neighbourhood Centre
• Capacity: Enid Cook Room – up to 100 guests
• Features: Function room with kitchen
• Address: 405 Crown Street, Surry Hills NSW 2010
• Contact: City of Sydney – (02) 9265 9333
• Price Estimate: Please contact venue
14. Pyrmont Community Centre
• Capacity: Up to 110 guests
• Features: Kitchen, meeting rooms
• Address: 1 John Street, Pyrmont NSW 2009
• Contact: City of Sydney – (02) 9265 9333
• Price Estimate: $51.50/hr (standard), $25.75/hr (concession)
15. The Connection – Rhodes
• Capacity: Cocktail – 410; Banquet – 331; Cabaret-style – 232 guests
• Features: Waterfront, AV equipment, kitchen, balcony, A/C, storage
• Address: 30 Shoreline Drive, Rhodes NSW 2138
• Contact: City of Canada Bay – (02) 9121 0277 | [email protected]
• Price Estimate: Enquire (rates often start around $200/hr)
16. Cooper Park Community Hall
• Capacity: Up to 70 guests
• Features: Tables/chairs, kitchen, wheelchair access, limited parking
• Address: 12 Cooper Park Road, Bellevue Hill NSW 2023
• Contact: Woollahra Council – (02) 9391 7000
• Price Estimate: $130/hr
17. West Ryde Community Centre
• Capacity: Up to 100 guests
• Features: Multipurpose space, kitchen, A/C, accessible facilities
• Address: 3–5 Anthony Road, West Ryde NSW 2114
• Contact: City of Ryde – (02) 9952 8222
• Price Estimate: Refer to City of Ryde’s Fees & Charges document
