Venue hire

Create an iconic experience at the Australian War Memorial.

Combining outstanding cuisine with seamless service, we create events of all styles, including conferences, formal gala dinners, cocktail events, presentations, training, and workshops amongst other events.

Catering packages can be tailored to a range of budgets and objectives.

Our new Function room and Theatre are available for hire - ideal for corporate events, community groups, local associations, and those seeking a unique venue to bring people together.

Poppy's Café

EVENING FUNCTIONS ONLY

Poppy’s Café* offers a welcoming and relaxed atmosphere for your guests to enjoy refreshments or casual dining, adding a perfect complement to any event.

Features:

Floor to ceiling windows overlooking the Memorial and grounds

Microphone and speakers

Capacity: Cocktail 175 l Banquet 110

Function room

Located within the new Main Entrance, with views toward Anzac Parade, our new function room is ideal for breakout sessions, training sessions, workshops, seminars, cocktail parties, dinners and VIP entertaining.

This space includes the latest audio-visual equipment including:

• Data projector and 2 screens for optimal viewing from all seated locations
• Lectern with microphone
• Complimentary Wi-Fi

Capacity: Cocktail 220 l Banquet 180

Theatre

This elegant tiered-seating theatre is ideal for seminars, conferences, film screenings and awards presentations.

It offers clear sightlines and is equipped with a hearing loop, large screen, and the latest audio-visual technology:

• AV technician (additional hire)
• Data and cinema quality projector and screen
• Lectern with microphone
• Internal PA system
• Complimentary Wi-Fi

Capacity: 251 (wheelchair accessible)

Anzac Atrium

Available from early 2026

This grand atrium beneath an expansive glazed ceiling will allow guests to dine amongst historic large objects from Australia’s military history. It is designed to accommodate cocktail events and gala dinners, offering a unique and memorable experience.

• AV technician (additional hire)
• PA system (additional hire)
• Lectern with microphone
• Unique location amongst significant items from the Memorial’s collection
• Complimentary Wi-Fi

Capacity: Cocktail 500-700 l Banquet 350-400

* Available for evening functions only.