Strip Club Bucks Party in Melbourne: Centrefold, Private Eyes and The Men’s Gallery Compared

If the plan is a strip club bucks party in Melbourne, three CBD clubs run dedicated bucks and function packages: Centrefold Lounge and Private Eyes Gentlemen’s Club on King Street, and The Men’s Gallery on Lonsdale Street. They’re all within walking distance of each other, but they run different formats. Here’s how they compare, using details from each venue’s own website.

At a glance

Centrefold Lounge: for a big, show-driven night

Centrefold is a multi-level venue with five bars across three levels and an open mezzanine. The night is built around full-length feature shows including striptease, aerial acrobatics, laser shows, contortion and pole routines. Private areas and VIP spaces are available for personal dances.

The bucks offer is built around set group packages. There are four tiered group packages, priced per group, built around 20-minute private shows that range from themed role play to a light-hearted stitch-up for the buck. Premium bottle service is also available. Packages are for groups of 10 or more, and smaller groups can ask for a tailored option.

Suits: larger groups who want a clear package, a show for the buck, and room to move. Read the full Centrefold bucks guide →

Private Eyes: for non-stop stage action

Private Eyes, a few doors up at 14 King Street, runs continuous main-stage shows with a new entertainer taking the stage roughly every seven minutes, so there’s always something on. Its VIP Lounge offers bottle service, its own private stage and personalised service. Guests can tip main-stage performers with the club’s own tipping dollars.

Its VIP packages bundle entry, drinks, a dance card and tipping dollars, and the venue hosts bucks parties, hens nights, birthdays and corporate events. Keep in mind that Private Eyes is open Wednesday to Sunday only.

Suits: groups who want constant energy on the main stage and a reserved VIP area. Read the full Private Eyes bucks guide →

The Men’s Gallery: for an early start and a long night

The Men’s Gallery at 601 Lonsdale Street is a short walk from Marvel Stadium and Southern Cross Station. It opens from 6pm seven nights a week, which makes it a practical choice if your group wants to go straight from dinner, or from the footy. It runs live feature shows nightly, with private dances in discreet spaces, VIP area experiences, a karaoke room with dancers and purpose-built shower rooms.

It takes bookings for bucks, group and private functions, with a refundable $100 deposit for function bookings. Accessible entry, bathrooms and lifts are available.

Suits: groups coming from a game or event near Docklands, early starters, and groups that need accessible facilities. Read the full Men’s Gallery bucks guide →

Can you do more than one?

Yes. Centrefold and Private Eyes are only a few doors apart on King Street, so some groups book a package at one and visit the other afterwards. If you’re planning a two-venue night, book your package venue first and make that the priority, then treat the second as a bonus. Moving a big group between venues takes longer than you’d expect.

Rules that apply everywhere

• 18+ only. Bring valid photo ID for every guest.
• Smart casual dress. No singlets and no thongs or flip-flops.
• No filming or photos inside.
• RSA applies, so a visibly intoxicated buck can be refused entry.

Still planning the rest of the day? Start with our complete bucks party planning guide.