Events business ideas you run from your own premises
24 ideas
These 24 ideas suit people who want a fixed base where customers, guests or hirers come to them, rather than running events from a spare room or van. You might hire out a small event space, open a small dedicated comedy club, or run a costume hire shop with a fitting room.
Small event space for hire
Lease a hall, warehouse or studio and hire it out for parties, workshops, markets and small weddings.
- A$30k-100k
- Part-time
- Own premises
Garden or farm wedding and party venue
Hire out your own garden, shed or rural property for weddings and functions on selected weekends.
- A$15k-60k
- Side hustle
- Own premises
Corporate conference and events planning studio
Run a small team that plans conferences, launches and corporate events end to end for larger clients.
- A$10k-40k
- Full-time
- Own premises
Seasonal outdoor cinema venue
Run a summer-season outdoor cinema on a leased garden, winery lawn or rooftop, with regular nights and a bar or food offer.
- A$60k-250k
- Part-time
- Own premises
Function hall for hire with partner caterers
Lease a hall, hire it out for weddings and parties, and let approved caterers handle the food.
- A$60k-250k
- Part-time
- Own premises
Banqueting hall with in-house catering
Run a function hall with its own kitchen and menus, offering venue and food in one package.
- A$60k-250k
- Full-time
- Own premises
Weekly farmers' market on a regular site
Run a weekly market at a fixed venue with a core group of regular growers, makers and food vendors.
- A$4k-20k
- Part-time
- Own premises
Inflatable hire business for parties and events
Run a larger fleet from a storage unit, serving parties, schools, fairs and community events.
- A$15k-60k
- Full-time
- Own premises
Wedding dress hire boutique
Run a small shopfront or studio with a larger range of hire gowns, accessories and fitting appointments.
- A$15k-60k
- Full-time
- Own premises
Audio hire shop with small warehouse
Run a unit stocked with PA systems, DJ gear and mics for venues, corporate events and weddings.
- A$25k-100k
- Full-time
- Own premises
Indoor model car track and play centre
Run a small indoor track where kids and hobbyists race remote control cars, paying per session or hiring a car.
- A$15k-60k
- Full-time
- Own premises
Local attractions and tours ticket desk
Run a small shopfront or kiosk selling tickets for local tours, attractions and shows, earning commission from operators.
- A$15k-50k
- Full-time
- Own premises
Garden or farm wedding venue on your own land
Turn a property you own or lease into a venue couples hire for ceremonies and receptions.
- A$20k-100k
- Part-time
- Own premises
Exhibition stand design and build workshop
Design and build custom stands for exhibitors at trade shows from a small rented workshop.
- A$15k-60k
- Full-time
- Own premises
Custom stall and display builder with installation
Build custom stalls, counters and exhibition booths in a small workshop, then install them for retailers and event organisers.
- A$30k-90k
- Part-time
- Own premises
Small retro arcade venue
Open a small shopfront arcade with classic cabinets, pinball and ticket games for families and groups.
- A$40k-150k
- Full-time
- Own premises
Pop-up seasonal beer hall
Run a temporary beer hall in a hired space for a season or event, without a long lease.
- A$15k-60k
- Side hustle
- Own premises
Custom stands and props workshop
Build exhibition stands, stage sets and props for brands and event organisers from a small rented workshop.
- A$8k-40k
- Full-time
- Own premises
Seasonal pop-up haunted house
Turn a hired warehouse or empty shop into a scary walk-through for a few weeks around Halloween.
- A$8k-40k
- Side hustle
- Own premises
Formal wear hire boutique
Open a small shopfront where customers try on, get fitted and hire outfits for weddings and formals.
- A$20k-80k
- Full-time
- Own premises
Neighbourhood soft play centre for under-8s
Open a small indoor play venue with a cafe corner where local families pay for kids to play, whatever the weather.
- A$80k-250k
- Full-time
- Own premises
Costume hire shop with fitting room
Open a small shop or studio where people try on and hire costumes for parties, theatre and events.
- A$15k-60k
- Full-time
- Own premises
Small dedicated comedy club
Lease a small room with a stage and bar and run stand-up shows several nights a week for ticket and drink sales.
- A$120k-450k
- Full-time
- Own premises
Small local kids' play and party centre
Run a small indoor play space that earns from birthday party hire, casual entry and classes for young children.
- A$40k-150k
- Full-time
- Own premises
About these ideas
Before you commit, think about location, foot traffic and parking, how the lease or purchase would work, and what the space can realistically earn across quiet weeks as well as busy ones. Check zoning, noise limits, liquor and food rules, insurance and fire safety with your local council early, because they can shape which premises are even an option. Start by pricing the space and the fit-out, then work out how many bookings you need.
Questions
Do I need council approval to run an events business from premises?
Often something is needed, but it varies by council and use. Check zoning, development or change-of-use approval, occupancy limits, noise rules, parking and fire safety with your local council before signing a lease or buying a property.
Will I need a liquor or food licence for an event venue?
It depends on what you offer. If you plan to sell alcohol or prepare food, check your state or territory liquor authority and your council's food business requirements. Partnering with licensed caterers may change what you need, so confirm it first.
What should I check before leasing a space for events?
Read the lease for permitted use, trading hours, noise conditions, lease length, rent reviews and make-good clauses. Ask about parking, access, and public liability insurance requirements. Having a solicitor review the lease is worth considering before you sign.