
| Style | Beachfront |
|---|---|
| Location | Melbourne |
| Capacity (seated) | 120 |
| Capacity (cocktail) | 700 |
| Price Range | $185–$207 |
| Ceremony | On-Site Ceremony |
| Ceremony Options | Rooftop, outdoor terrace, or permanent indoor reception room |
| Catering | In-house |
| Best For | Large weddings, rooftop ceremonies, sunset receptions, multicultural and cocktail-style weddings |
| Rating | 4.7 (271) |
RealWeddings Guide
Set within St Kilda Sea Baths, Encore St Kilda offers a luxe, imagination-sparking backdrop for beachside weddings, with the Bay right at the door. Floor-to-ceiling windows, an outdoor terrace and a built-in dancefloor make the space as effortless for dancing as it is for taking in the view.
Flexible room layouts and operable walls mean the venue scales from intimate gatherings of 50 up to its full capacity, while two private bridal suites keep the day feeling seamless from start to finish. Ceremonies are held inside, with a rooftop upgrade available over summer, and guests can enjoy pre-reception drinks next door at Captain Baxter or Republica.
In-house event coordinators and award-winning catering round out the experience — a venue where the location, service and food all quietly do the heavy lifting.
• Additional table decorations
• Flowers
• Entertainment
• Bonbonnieres
• Guest board
• Place cards
• Wedding cake
• Security for more than 250 guests
Yes. The rooftop, located directly above the venue, hosts ceremonies for up to 300 guests, subject to availability and weather.
A permanent indoor reception room, with the same panoramic bay views, serves as a genuine wet-weather ceremony backup — no marquee required, though rooftop bookings are subject to management discretion on the day.
Yes. Catering is entirely in-house, with award-winning seated, cocktail and bespoke menu options, and standard accommodation for vegetarian, vegan, pescatarian, gluten-free, halal, Muslim and Kosher-friendly requirements at no surcharge.
For 2026–27, seated packages start from $185 per person in winter and $207 in summer; cocktail packages start from $172 in winter and $193 in summer.
Yes. Every event includes the Encore Experience, covering the in-house PA system, AV technician, security, furniture, tableware, event planning, signage, menus and a tasting for two for seated weddings.
A 20% deposit of the minimum spend is due within seven days of booking, followed by a staged payment schedule with instalments at six months, three months and one month before the wedding, and a final balance seven days prior.
Yes. The venue is licensed until 1am, with events typically running from 6:00pm–12:00am or 6:30pm–12:30am, for a maximum of six hours excluding ceremony time.
Full venue or half venue hire is available via operable walls, so couples should confirm date-specific exclusivity with the venue.
No. There's no onsite accommodation, though numerous hotels and serviced apartments are within walking distance in St Kilda.
In accordance with the Discrimination Act 1992, we offer accessible rest rooms, lifts, accessible parking and wide doors.
The complex has 420 paid parking spaces, with two complimentary passes included per booking and additional passes available with notice.
I just wanted to say a big thank. Saturday was amazing, the food was great, the service was impeccable, everything was perfect!
We were extremely happy with how it all went and we have received countless compliments from friends and family on the quality of the venue and in particular the food!
WOW!! What a night, thank you so much Leticia you were a gem! Had so much positive feedback on what an amazing night everyone had, the venue was perfect! Food was delicious, staff and service couldn't have been better and the cosmopolitans went down a treat.

St Kilda Sea Baths, 6/10-18 Jacka Boulevard St Kilda VIC