Stanthorpe Civic Centre
hall
- Phone: 1300 697 372
- Website: https://www.sdrc.qld.gov.au/living-here/facilities-/public-halls
- Address: 61 Marsh Street, Stanthorpe QLD 4380
Stanthorpe Civic Centre
Overview
The Stanthorpe Civic Centre is the largest function and performance venue on the Granite Belt. Located in the heart of Stanthorpe opposite Weeroona Park and within walking distance of the town centre, it is owned and managed by Southern Downs Regional Council and is available for public hire.
Designed to accommodate everything from community events and conferences through to concerts, weddings and major celebrations, the Civic Centre offers flexible spaces that can be configured for both intimate gatherings and very large events. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
Why This Venue Works Well
For families expecting a large attendance, the Stanthorpe Civic Centre offers facilities that are difficult to match elsewhere in the region.
Unlike many venues, families have the flexibility to engage their own caterer, allowing them to tailor the food and refreshments to suit both their budget and the style of gathering they wish to create.
The combination of a spacious auditorium, adjoining function rooms, commercial kitchen and excellent parking makes it a practical choice for larger celebrations of life.
MyRest Recommendation
The Civic Centre is best suited to larger memorial services and celebrations of life where flexibility is important.
While many families prefer a smaller community hall or club for an intimate gathering, the Civic Centre comes into its own when attendance is expected to be high or when a family wants complete freedom to organise their own catering and room layout.
Its central Stanthorpe location also makes it convenient for guests travelling from across the Granite Belt and northern New South Wales.
Facilities
| Feature | Available |
|---|---|
| Main auditorium | ✓ |
| Exhibition space | ✓ |
| Dining / supper room | ✓ |
| Commercial kitchen | ✓ |
| Full bar facilities | ✓ |
| Stage | ✓ |
| Stage lighting | ✓ |
| PA / sound system | ✓ |
| Piano | ✓ |
| Dressing rooms | ✓ |
| Tables & chairs | ✓ |
| Wheelchair access | ✓ |
| Accessible amenities | ✓ |
| On-site parking | ✓ |
| Suitable for external caterers | ✓ |
The venue can accommodate up to approximately 1,000 people in theatre configuration, with around 350 guests seated for a dinner in the main auditorium, or up to 500 seated when adjoining spaces are included. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
Best Suited For
✓ Large Celebration of Life
✓ Memorial Service
✓ Community Gathering
✓ Catered Lunch
✓ Photo & Memory Displays
✓ Video Tributes
✓ Families organising their own caterer
Contact
Address
61 Marsh Street
Stanthorpe QLD 4380
Bookings
Southern Downs Regional Council
Phone
1300 697 372
Website
https://www.sdrc.qld.gov.au/living-here/facilities-/public-halls
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