Hawthorn Arts Centre is the premier destination for corporate events, offering a perfect blend of contemporary and traditional design elements. Conveniently located just 15 minutes from Melbourne's CBD, the centre provides a range of versatile spaces that cater to various corporate needs. Whether you're hosting a large conference, a gala dinner, or a small meeting, Hawthorn Arts Centre offers diverse spaces to suit your needs.With easy access to public transport and onsite parking, your business event will be seamless and stress-free.

Versatile Corporate Event Spaces

Hawthorn Arts Centre provides a variety of spaces designed to accommodate different types of corporate events.

Main Hall: Seating 300 or 450 cocktail style
10 Unique Rooms: Ideal for Meetings and Workshops
Outdoor Balcony: Featuring City Skyline Views, Perfect for Pre-Dinner Drinks
Large Foyer Spaces: Ideal for Product Launches, Exhibitions, and Registration Areas

Our event spaces are flexible and can be tailored to suit conferences, meetings, seminars, banquet dinners, and cocktail parties. The Main Hall is perfect for large gatherings, while our unique rooms provide an intimate setting for smaller meetings. The outdoor balcony offers stunning views of the Melbourne city skyline, making it an ideal spot for pre-dinner drinks or breakout sessions.

Exceptional Corporate Catering by Essential Catering & Events

Essential Catering & Events is the exclusive caterer for Hawthorn Arts Centre, offering an extensive range of corporate catering options designed to suit any event. Our team understands the unique needs of corporate events and strives to provide a catering experience that exceeds expectations. Whether you are hosting a formal sit-down dinner, a casual buffet, or an elegant cocktail reception, we have the perfect menu options to enhance your event.

Flexible Menu Designs
Fresh Local Produce
Casual Buffets to Elegant Dinners

Our menus are crafted with flexibility in mind, incorporating fresh local produce to create dishes that range from casual buffets to elegant sit-down dinners. We work closely with you to design the perfect menu, ensuring your corporate catering event is memorable for all the right reasons.

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We understand that the right menu can set the tone for your corporate event. Whether you're planning an intimate boardroom lunch or a large-scale conference, our carefully curated menus offer a blend of creativity and versatility, designed to impress your guests and meet the needs of any occasion. Our team of expert chefs combines fresh, locally sourced ingredients with culinary excellence, ensuring that every dish we serve is memorable.

Explore our diverse menu options, each crafted to reflect a perfect balance of flavour, presentation, and dietary requirements. From gourmet canapés to full-course meals, we provide customised solutions tailored to your event's unique style and theme.

Explore our menu options below and discover how we can make your next corporate event an unforgettable success.

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Plan your perfect event at Hawthorn Arts Centre

Hawthorn Arts Centre ensures a seamless, professional, and memorable experience for you and your guests. Here’s why our clients prefer us:

Extensive Range of Catering Options
Professional and Engaging Staff
Fresh, Healthy, and Delicious Menus
Full-Service Catering Experience

Our team of experts brings a commitment to quality and professionalism to every event. From flawless execution to engaging staff, we ensure your corporate event is a success. Our menus are handmade in-house using fresh, healthy ingredients to provide a distinctive and delicious dining experience.

Commitment to Sustainability

Essential Catering & Events is dedicated to sustainable practices. We use fresh local produce, strive to reduce single-use plastics, and minimise food miles by utilising our kitchen garden. Our commitment to sustainability ensures that your event is not only memorable but also environmentally responsible.

"I have engaged Sean and his team for catering on countless events at Swinburne for over three years. Their professionalism, creative flair, and can-do attitude is the reason I am a return customer. I highly recommend Essential Catering + Events"

Paul Lavey

Research Events Officer

Swinburne University of Technology

"We (Waverley Toyota and Ferntree Gully Toyota) have had the pleasure of using Essential Catering twice now, and each time has been nothing short of exceptional. The food consistently earns a solid 5-star rating. However, what truly sets Essential Catering apart is their outstanding service. From the initial inquiry to the last bite, their team goes above and beyond to ensure a seamless and enjoyable experience. Whether it's a corporate event or a special celebration, we trust Essential Catering to deliver excellence every time. Highly recommended!"

Mardi Scott

"I can't thank the Essential Catering & Events Team enough for their exceptional service in organising our corporate event. Their attention to detail, creative ideas, and seamless execution made the event a huge success. The team's professionalism and friendly nature made working together a pleasure. Highly recommend for any event planning needs!"

J Fernandez

"We found Essential Catering just over a year ago & haven't used anyone else since for our corporate catering. No one comes close to the quality, taste & presentation of the food they provide. They are so easy to deal with, food arrives on time, never had an issue and our employees & clients are highly complementary. I would 100% recommend their services for both corporate & personal events. Thanks Essential Catering, truly appreciate your amazing work (that makes my job easier too!"

Stefanie Pietrosanti

We’re here to help make your corporate event a success. With our extensive experience, dedication to excellence, and commitment to sustainability, Hawthorn Arts Centre is the perfect choice for your next event.

Contact our team for more information or to book a tour of Hawthorn Arts Centre. Let us help you create a corporate event that not only meets but exceeds your expectations.

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Elevate Your Business Events at Hawthorn Arts Centre

Perfect Venue for Corporate Events of All Sizes

Versatile Corporate Event Spaces

Exceptional Corporate Catering by Essential Catering & Events

Menus Designed to Impress at Your Corporate Event

Plan your perfect event at Hawthorn Arts Centre

Commitment to Sustainability

Testimonials

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