Functions & Events

MAKE IT UNFORGETTABLE

From intimate gatherings to grand celebrations, our waterfront venue and dedicated team will help you create an event your guests love.

EVENTS FOR ALL

Occasions

WATERFRONT

Location

TAILORED MENUS

By our chefs

DEDICATED TEAM

From start to finish

Delicious Menus, Tailored to you

FUNCTION PACKAGES

Delicious food, flexible options and packages designed to suit your event and budget.
Cocktail canapés with tartlets, salmon cucumber bites, empanadas and pork belly on charcoal stone

COCKTAIL & CANAPÉS

Perfect for mingling and celebrations

Margherita pizza and antipasto sharing platters on pale linen

PLATTERS & PIZZAS

Casual, sharing and crowd pleasing

Shared platters of lamb, chicken, burrata and vegetables on an elegant dining table

SHARED DINING

Share the best together with our chef's selection

Individually plated chicken and beef cheek mains on a formal white-linen dining table

SET MENUS

Designed for a seamless dining experience

Our Spaces

BEAUTIFUL SPACES, PERFECT FOR YOUR EVENT

Choose from our versatile indoor and outdoor spaces with stunning waterfront views.

Your Perfect Event

ANY OCCASION, WE'VE GOT YOU

Whether it’s a birthday, corporate event, engagement party or celebration of life, we offer stunning spaces, exceptional food and personalised service.
Birthday guests gathered around a cake in Parade Hotel’s Beer Garden

BIRTHDAYS & CELEBRATIONS

Celebrate life's special moments in style.

Corporate guests enjoying canapés beside the presentation screen in Parade Hotel’s River Room

CORPORATE EVENTS

Impress clients and reward your team.

Friends and family celebrating an engagement in Parade Hotel’s River Room

ENGAGEMENTS & ANNIVERSARIES

Mark the moment with beautiful surrounds.

Guests seated together for a celebration of life in Parade Hotel’s River Room

CELEBRATION OF LIFE

A respectful and warm space to honour your loved one.

Birthday guests gathered around a cake in Parade Hotel’s Beer Garden

BIRTHDAYS & CELEBRATIONS

Celebrate life's special moments in style.

Corporate guests enjoying canapés beside the presentation screen in Parade Hotel’s River Room

CORPORATE EVENTS

Impress clients and reward your team.

Friends and family celebrating an engagement in Parade Hotel’s River Room

ENGAGEMENTS & ANNIVERSARIES

Mark the moment with beautiful surrounds.

Guests seated together for a celebration of life in Parade Hotel’s River Room

CELEBRATION OF LIFE

A respectful and warm space to honour your loved one.

Birthday guests gathered around a cake in Parade Hotel’s Beer Garden

BIRTHDAYS & CELEBRATIONS

Celebrate life's special moments in style.

Corporate guests enjoying canapés beside the presentation screen in Parade Hotel’s River Room

CORPORATE EVENTS

Impress clients and reward your team.

Friends and family celebrating an engagement in Parade Hotel’s River Room

ENGAGEMENTS & ANNIVERSARIES

Mark the moment with beautiful surrounds.

Guests seated together for a celebration of life in Parade Hotel’s River Room

CELEBRATION OF LIFE

A respectful and warm space to honour your loved one.

Why Choose Parade?

WATERFRONT FUNCTIONS IN BUNBURY

The perfect venue for every occasion

Looking for a waterfront function venue in Bunbury? Bring your guests together at Parade Hotel, beside the Leschenault Inlet in East Bunbury. We host birthdays, engagements, corporate events, Christmas functions and celebrations of life, with food packages for relaxed gatherings and seated occasions.

Choose the River Room for a private celebration with inlet views, the Waterfront Bar for a casual standing event, or the Beer Garden for an outdoor gathering. Our team can help match your guest numbers, dining style and budget to a suitable space. For smaller get-togethers, the Deck offers general dining with up to 12 guests per table.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Parade Hotel hosts birthdays, engagement parties, weddings, corporate events, Christmas functions and celebrations of life beside the Leschenault Inlet in East Bunbury. From a relaxed group gathering to a seated celebration, tell us your occasion and guest numbers so we can help you find the right space and menu.

Yes. The River Room has inlet views, its own bar and separate facilities, making it a great choice for a private function. The Waterfront Bar suits casual standing events, while the outdoor Beer Garden offers a relaxed setting. The Deck is for general dining and smaller table bookings, with up to 12 guests per table; it is not available for private-function reservations.

The River Room accommodates up to 140 seated or 190 standing guests. The Waterfront Bar caters for up to 110 standing guests and is not suitable for sit-down functions. The Beer Garden accommodates up to 150 seated or 250 standing guests, weather permitting. Your final capacity depends on the layout and event requirements, so confirm the best setup with our team.

Choose from cocktail and canapé packages, platters and pizzas, shared dining or set menus. There are options for mingling over drinks, casual celebrations and seated meals. Tell us your preferred dining style, budget and guest numbers when enquiring so we can discuss the best fit.

Our menus include vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options. Please list any dietary requirements or allergies in your function enquiry so our team can discuss suitable dishes and preparation requirements with you. Let us know before finalising your menu so we can confirm what is possible for your guests.

The cost depends on your chosen space, date, guest numbers, food and drink arrangements. Request a function quote with these details and your budget. Our team can confirm the current package prices and any room hire, minimum spend, deposit or booking conditions that apply to your event.

The River Room has a TV with USB input for photo slideshows and Bluetooth connectivity for music. A microphone can also be arranged. Tell us about your speech, presentation or entertainment plans when booking so we can confirm the equipment and setup you need.

Yes. We welcome wakes and celebrations of life in a waterfront setting where family and friends can gather, share memories and spend time together. Contact our team with your preferred date, approximate guest numbers and catering needs. We can discuss a suitable space and any arrangements for photos, music or speeches.

Yes. We have hotel accommodation in Bunbury on site, with room options for singles, couples and groups. It is a convenient option for guests travelling to your function. Check room availability for your event dates and arrange accommodation separately from your function booking.

Send a function enquiry with your occasion, preferred date, estimated guest numbers and food or drink preferences. Enquire as soon as you have a date in mind, especially for a larger event or a particular room; include alternative dates if you are flexible. You will find Parade Hotel at 1 Austral Parade, East Bunbury, on the Leschenault Inlet.

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Get in touch with our team today to check availability and start planning your event.

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