Velvet Card Lounge
Velvet Card Lounge private card room with plush velvet booths and tournament poker tables

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Tournament Schedule

Experience the thrill of offline Texas Hold'em tournaments at Velvet Card Lounge. Reserve your place at an elite card room where chip buy-in social gaming meets gourmet dining in Southbank.

  • Elite card room in Melbourne
  • Chip buy-in social gaming
  • Gourmet dining available
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Weekly Line-Up

Weekly Schedule Overview

Four distinct tournament formats run every week. Choose a relaxed Monday session, a structured Wednesday tournament, an exclusive Friday high roller night, or the Sunday flagship event.

Monday

Casual Play

6:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Relaxed Texas Hold'em sessions with low-pressure chip buy-ins, ideal for newcomers and players who prefer a social pace.

  • Beginner-friendly
  • Chip buy-in: 500 chips
Wednesday

Midweek Tournament

7:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Competitive Texas Hold'em tournament with a structured format, blind levels, and a clear path to the final table.

  • Intermediate level
  • Chip buy-in: 1,000 chips
Friday

High Roller Night

8:00 PM - 1:00 AM

Exclusive high roller event with premium chip buy-ins, dedicated dealers, and gourmet dining served throughout the evening.

  • Advanced level
  • Chip buy-in: 5,000 chips
Sunday

Grand Tournament

3:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Weekly flagship tournament with the largest chip buy-in, leaderboard points, and a trophy presentation for the winner.

  • All levels welcome
  • Chip buy-in: 2,500 chips

Signature Events

Beyond the weekly schedule, Velvet Card Lounge hosts signature tournaments that bring the Melbourne card room community together.

Texas Hold'em poker table with stacked tournament chips and cards being dealt

Monthly High Roller Championship

A prestigious monthly tournament with a premium chip buy-in and exclusive prizes. Players compete for trophies, leaderboard points, and recognition among Melbourne's most dedicated card room regulars.

  • Date: First Saturday of every month
  • Time: 6:00 PM - 12:00 AM
  • Chip buy-in: 10,000 chips
  • Prizes: Trophies and leaderboard points
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Charity Poker Night

A special tournament where chip buy-ins support local charities. Enjoy a competitive Texas Hold'em format while contributing to causes chosen by the Velvet Card Lounge community.

  • Date: Quarterly
  • Time: 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM
  • Chip buy-in: 2,000 chips
  • All proceeds go to charity

Premium Play

High Roller Events

Velvet Card Lounge reserves select evenings for players who want a more private, elevated tournament experience. These events combine premium chip buy-ins with personalised service and a quieter card room atmosphere.

Private High Roller Evenings

Invitation-only evenings with premium chip buy-ins and personalised service. Each table has a dedicated dealer, and gourmet dining is included throughout the session.

  • Exclusive access
  • Dedicated dealer
  • Gourmet dining included

VIP Tournament Series

A series of high-stakes tournaments with leaderboard points and trophies. Players build standing across multiple events and compete for a season title.

  • Multiple events
  • Premium chip buy-ins
  • Leaderboard tracking
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Opening Hours

Card Room Hours

The card room is open daily for casual play and scheduled tournaments. Walk-ins are welcome, but tournament seats are best reserved in advance.

  • Monday - Thursday 4:00 PM - 12:00 AM
  • Friday - Saturday 4:00 PM - 2:00 AM
  • Sunday 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Social Gaming

Chip Buy-In System

Velvet Card Lounge uses a simple chip buy-in system for all tournaments and casual play. Purchase chips at the venue to participate, and enjoy the game without any real-money wagering.

  1. 1

    Choose Your Session

    Select a weekly tournament, high roller event, or casual play session from the schedule.

  2. 2

    Purchase Chips

    Buy chips at the venue for tournament entry and casual play. Chips are for entertainment only and are not redeemable for cash.

  3. 3

    Play and Return

    Enjoy the game. Unused chips can be returned at the end of the session, and tournament chips are collected when play concludes.

Interior of Velvet Card Lounge with plush velvet booths and a view into the private card room

The Room

An Elite Experience

Velvet Card Lounge offers a sophisticated environment with plush velvet seating, gourmet grill dining, and a private card room. The space is designed to feel intimate and refined, with warm lighting, dark plum tones, and champagne gold details throughout.

  • Upscale Melbourne dining venue
  • Plush velvet booths
  • View into private card room

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Reserve Your Seat

Join us for an unforgettable evening of poker and dining. Contact us to book a table or reserve a tournament seat.

Phone: +61 3 9418 2657

Email: [email protected]

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