Functions

All the best stories

FUNCTIONS

start at The Lion

Events with pride.

We know a thing or two about making history.
Let us help you make yours.

Located in picturesque North Adelaide, The Lion is a stunning, heritage-listed building from the 1880s, with a thoroughly modern, sophisticated interior. As you walk through the front door, there is a seamless transition from historic to hip.

With an award-winning restaurant, stylish bar and casual bistro, events at the Lion are a natural extension of what we do best. Our friendly, professional staff will ensure that your event is efficient, seamless and goes off without a hitch.

We have a dedicated event kitchen that focuses solely on functions. At The Lion, our food philosophy is simple: we source the freshest, seasonal ingredients from local suppliers to showcase the best of South Australia’s produce. Our curated event menus offer elevated, delicious food of exceptional quality.

Whether you’re planning a milestone birthday, wedding reception, corporate event or something else entirely—there’s a space and package for everyone.

Get in touch with our friendly functions team today. No matter the event, all good stories start at The Lion.

Function packs

Events

Big or small, business or pleasure, our team are with you every step of the way. We’ll work with you to create a package that not only fulfils your vision, but results in a truly memorable event.

Conference

From large groups requiring the catering and facilities to match, or something more intimate, our team will work with you to create the perfect package for your conference.

Pharma

With a wealth of experience hosting pharmaceutical conferences and meetings, our team has streamlined the booking process.

Function Spaces

Light-filled and contemporary, or historic and atmospheric? Take your pick! At The Lion, each function room provides its uniquely characterful and versatile. Enjoy the exceptional service, premium catering and charm of a North Adelaide icon. Explore our versatile function spaces and find the perfect setting for your next Adelaide event.

Cocktail Capacity: 150
Sit-Down Capacity: 100

JERNINGHAM ROOM

Located on the ground floor of the hotel, the Jerningham Room is our largest and most versatile space. It is contemporary and abudant in natural light, boasting a private entrance foyer, a marble-topped bar and wheelchair access. Perfect for corporate events, milestone birthdays and wedding receptions.

Cocktail Capacity: 65
Sit-Down Capacity: 40

TOWER ROOM

The Tower Room boasts its own, private entrance foyer and marble-topped bar, perfect for receiving guests in style. This bright, contemporary space can suit corporate occasions, business meetings, birthday parties and private dinners.

Cocktail Capacity: 30
Sit-Down Capacity: 30

Vine Room

The Vine Room is adjacent to the restaurant. Whilst entirely private, it has large glass windows overlooking the original bluestone walls, with a unique vista to the restaurant. Ideal for dinners, conferences and presentations.

Cocktail Capacity: 100
Sit-Down Capacity: 70

THE CELLAR

Let’s take it underground! The Cellar is a characterful, underground space housed within the original Lion Brewery. Utterly unique, it provides the perfect, moody backdrop for all large-scale occasions, including wedding receptions, 21st birthday parties, large dinners or corporate events.

Cocktail Capacity: 35
Sit-Down Capacity: 20

MELBOURNE ROOM

The Melbourne Room is as sensational for a dinner or cocktail party as it is for conferencing. It offers balcony access for pre-dinner drinks with a view over Melbourne Street, and a separate breakout room.

Sit-Down Capacity: 10

KINGSTON ROOM

The Kingston Room is traditional and cosy, with a balcony that overlooks Melbourne Street. The smallest of our spaces, but by no means lacking in charm, it is suited to meetings, interviews or private dinners.