City of Perth Library Terrace
This exceptional corporate events venue in the Perth CBD offers panoramic city and river views in a space ideal for post-conference and social functions.
573 Hay StreetAbout this venue
The Terrace is a unique event space overlooking Perth’s impressive skyline and the peaceful Derbarl Yerrigan/Swan River.
Located outside on Level Three of the award-winning City of Perth Library, it’s the perfect setting for hosting corporate sundowners, a stylish cocktail function, after-conference networking, or even a wedding. The library’s stunning architecture sets it apart within the historic and vibrant Cathedral Square precinct.
Offering a flexible space for social functions of up to 150 people in a standing, cocktail style set-up, and 42 people seated café style. There is a small finishing kitchen located nearby, for self-catering food. Provide your own alcohol and music.
Capacity
Features
Catering & drinks
Alcohol Allowed
Facilities
- Finishing kitchen
- Self catering allowed
- Benches or seating
- Tables and chairs
- Rubbish bins
- Shaded areas
- Free WiFi
- Power
Accessibility
- Accessible toilets
- Wheelchair accessible
- Lifts
Music and Audio Visual Equipment
- Own music allowed
- Interactive whiteboard / display screen
- Online streaming / video calling
- Portable PA system
- Microphones
Parking and transport
- City of Perth paid parking nearby
- Accessible parking nearby
- Public transport nearby
Attractions
- Views
Hire fees and packages
Weekday event package
- Includes 4 hours of hire, finishing kitchen, tables, chairs, AV, Security.
- Suitable up to 150 attendees.
- Only $1,280.00 (Incl GST)
Saturday event package
- Includes 4 hours of hire, finishing kitchen, tables, chairs, AV, Security.
- Suitable up to 150 attendees.
- Only $1,600.00 (Incl GST)
Venue Highlights
City of Perth Library Auditorium
Adjacent to this venue, the Library’s Auditorium is available for hire as a conference, seminar or presentation space, equipped with all modern AV and technological devices, including live streaming capabilities. This makes it perfect for your corporate meeting or training workshops, prior to a reception under the stars on The Terrace.
Hire fees and packages
Weekday Conference & Sundowner event package
- Includes 6-8 hours of Auditorium hire, finishing kitchen, tables, chairs, AV.
- Includes 4 hours of Terrace hire, finishing kitchen, tables, chairs, AV, Security.
- Suitable up to 90 attendees.
- Only $1,800.00 (Incl GST)
Saturday Conference & Sundowner event package
- Includes 6 hours of Auditorium hire, finishing kitchen, tables, chairs, AV.
- Includes 4 hours of Terrace hire, finishing kitchen, tables, chairs, AV, Security.
- Suitable up to 90 attendees.
- Only $2,300.00 (Incl GST)
The Terrace and Auditorium are centrally located in the Perth CBD. There’s parking nearby and easy access to public transport for local and visiting attendees. These spaces combined are a one-of-a-kind entertainment package designed to exceed your expectations. Contact us today to discuss your corporate function hiring needs and let us make your event, unique and a success.
*Additional hire time or resources priced upon request
**Security is a compulsory as part of your hire – this fee includes two Licenced Guards
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Frequently asked questions about this venue
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Why do I have to pay for security?
For any function that occurs outside of the Library’s normal opening hours, the presence of the City’s licensed security guards is required. The cost for security is on-charged to hirers and quoted with the hire fees. The security guard is essential to provide access when entering and exiting the building and for the safety of all guests. -
Can I move the furniture on the Terrace?
The furniture on the Terrace can be moved by Library staff only. Some of the smaller pieces of furniture can be removed for a function, but the large wooden tables and benches can only be move around on the Terrace. -
Why can’t I start my event before the Library closes?
The City of Perth Library is first and foremost a community facility with public access, which includes the Terrace area. For this reason we are only able to provide this space for private hire after the Library is closed to the public. -
Do you provide catering? Can I self-cater?
The City of Perth Library does not provide catering, hirers must organise that independently. Self-catering is permitted to a degree, but hirers will be asked to review food handling information and to complete a food safety plan. The City of Perth Library does not have a Liquor Licence but limited service of alcohol is permitted under the considerations of the Liquor Control Act 1988. -
Why do I need to have a site visit?
The Library is an architectural delight as well as a public building, which means that there are some peculiarities with the building which may impact on event planning. We strongly recommend potential hirers come in for a site visit so that we can discuss these details in person and answer any questions. We find that this is much easier to do in person than by email.
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