The best Christmas party venues in Epping offer the right room size, catering for every dietary need, built-in lighting and sound, and an events team to run the night. Occasio by Singh Events at 139 O’Herns Road, Epping, hosts Christmas parties for 20 to 200 guests across two spaces, with food, furniture, AV and coordination in one package.

Key takeaways

• Friday and Saturday nights from late November to mid December book out first.
• Match the room to your numbers: The Regent suits 20 to 50 guests and The Ballroom up to 200.
• An all-inclusive package saves you from hiring catering, furniture and sound separately.
• Ask every guest for dietary needs when they RSVP.
• A venue in Melbourne’s north keeps travel short for teams and families who live nearby.

Book as early as you can. Most workplaces want a Friday night in late November or the first three weeks of December, and those dates go quickly.
In 2026, the key Fridays are:
• Friday 27 November
• Friday 4 December
• Friday 11 December
• Friday 18 December
Christmas Day falls on Friday 25 December 2026. If your preferred Friday is taken, a Thursday night or a Saturday or Sunday lunch is often easier to secure and still feels festive. Many teams also choose a January “new year” party to avoid the December rush altogether.

Epping sits at the centre of Melbourne’s northern growth corridor. For teams and families living in Craigieburn, Mill Park, South Morang, Thomastown, Reservoir and nearby suburbs, a local venue means:
• Shorter travel. Guests are more likely to stay for the whole night.
• Easier rides home. Taxis and rideshares are quicker and cheaper over shorter distances.
• Better attendance. People say yes more often when the venue is close to home.

Occasio by Singh Events is a family-run venue with over 10 years of event experience and more than 500 events delivered. It is rated 4.7 stars on Google from 195 reviews. Find out more on our Christmas parties page.

When you compare Christmas function room hire across Melbourne’s north, look past the room fee. Check whether each quote includes:
1. Tables, chairs and set up. Some venues charge these separately.
2. Lighting and sound. A microphone for speeches and a system for music should be standard.
3. Catering. One provider for food on the night is simpler than bringing in a caterer.
4. An event coordinator. Someone on site who runs the timeline so you can enjoy the night.
5. Climate control. December in Melbourne can be very hot. Guests need a cool room.

Occasio’s package includes use of the venue, tables and chairs, lighting, a sound system and a dedicated event coordinator. Because the venue is backed by its sister company, Singh Events, many items that other venues charge as extras come standard.

A corporate Christmas party is a thank you to your team.

These steps keep it simple.

Set the budget per head

Work out your total budget and divide it by your expected guests. This tells you quickly which menus and drinks options fit.

Choose the format

• Sit-down dinner: best for awards, speeches and formal thank yous.
• Cocktail style: best for mingling across teams.
• Long lunch: best for teams with family commitments in the evening.

Keep it inclusive

Your team may include people who do not drink, eat halal or vegetarian, or do not celebrate Christmas. Offer good non-alcoholic drinks, label menus clearly and frame the night as an end of year celebration.

Look after your people

Plan transport home, serve food throughout the night and set a clear finish time. Share these details in the invitation so everyone knows the plan.

Occasio hosts corporate functions all year, so the team can help with invoicing, run sheets and AV for presentations.

Christmas parties are not only for workplaces. Extended families, sporting clubs, school groups and community associations across Melbourne’s north often book a venue so no one has to host at home.
• Families: a long lunch in The Regent keeps grandparents and children comfortable, with no cooking or cleaning afterwards.
• Clubs and associations: The Ballroom suits a season wrap-up with presentations, dinner and dancing.
• Multicultural gatherings: mix Christmas classics with Indian or Mediterranean dishes so every guest feels at home.

These work Christmas party ideas suit teams of any size.

1. Awards with a twist. Mix serious awards with fun ones, such as “best coffee order” or “most creative excuse”.
2. Secret Santa. Set a small spending limit and do the reveal after dinner.
3. Themed dress code. Ugly Christmas jumpers, black and gold, or “summer Christmas” with florals.
4. A photo wall. A festive backdrop with props gives everyone a keepsake.
5. Live music or a DJ. Occasio’s built-in sound system handles both, with a microphone for speeches.
6. Christmas trivia. Run it between courses to mix tables and teams.
7. A dessert table. Pavlova, Christmas pudding, mince pies and Indian sweets for a true Melbourne mix.
8. A charity element. Ask guests to bring a gift or donation for a local cause.

Food is what guests remember most. Occasio’s executive catering team prepares Indian, Italian, Mediterranean, Australian and fusion menus, with halal options available for all events.

Ideas for a Melbourne Christmas menu:
• Australian classics: roast meats, prawns, salads and pavlova.
• Indian fusion: tandoori starters, curries and mithai alongside Christmas desserts.
• Mediterranean share plates: grilled vegetables, dips, breads and slow-cooked meats.
• Kids’ options: simple, mild dishes for family parties.

Collect dietary needs early. Ask guests to list vegetarian, vegan, halal and allergy requirements when they RSVP, then share the list with the venue.

A theme pulls the night together without much effort.

• Classic red and gold: wreaths, gold table runners and candle-style lights.
• White Christmas: white florals, silver accents and soft blue lighting.
• Aussie summer Christmas: natives, eucalyptus, bright florals and a relaxed feel.
• Black tie gala: dark tones, crystal and a dance floor centrepiece.

The Ballroom’s chandeliers and customisable LED lighting give each theme a strong base, so you need fewer props.

Occasio by Singh Events at 139 O’Herns Road, Epping, hosts Christmas parties for 20 to 200 guests across The Ballroom and The Regent.

Book 8 to 10 weeks ahead if you can. Friday nights from late November to mid December fill first.

Up to 200 guests in The Ballroom and 20 to 50 guests in The Regent.

Yes. The catering team offers Indian, Italian, Mediterranean, Australian and fusion menus, with halal options available for all events.

Use of the venue, tables and chairs, lighting, a sound system and a dedicated event coordinator.

Occasio is in Epping and serves Craigieburn, Mill Park, South Morang, Thomastown, Reservoir and Melbourne’s north.

December Fridays are limited. Visit the venue, see both spaces and get an itemised quote for your group.

• Call or WhatsApp: 0431 236 311
• Visit: 139 O’Herns Road, Epping VIC
• Enquire online: Book a site tour

Ashima, Harry, Rocky and the Occasio team will help you plan the menu, theme and run sheet in one visit.