Premium Arcade Machine Hire for Events, Corporate Functions & Brand Activations
Looking for claw machine hire Melbourne clients trust for high-impact events?
Shanahan Events provides premium claw machine hire for events, delivering crowd-drawing arcade machines across Melbourne for weddings, corporate events, brand activations, expos, parties and product launches.
Our claw machines combine retro arcade nostalgia with modern customisation, making them ideal for corporate arcade hire Melbourne, interactive brand activations, and guest-focused celebrations. Fully free-to-play and professionally delivered, our machines are designed to boost engagement, dwell time and social sharing.
Whether you’re rewarding guests with plush toys, branded merchandise or gachapon capsules, our arcade machine hire Melbourne service ensures your event stands out.

Why Choose Claw Machine Hire for Events?
Hiring a claw machine is one of the most effective ways to create an interactive, memorable experience at any event.
✔ High-engagement, crowd-pulling attraction
✔ Free-to-play. No coins or tokens required
✔ Fully custom printing and decal to match your brand or event theme
✔ Adjustable claw strength and win rate
✔ Suitable for adults and children
✔ BYO prizes or choose from our range
✔ Strong photo, video and social media appeal
Our retro arcade hire Melbourne solutions are designed to work just as well for intimate weddings as they do for large-scale brand activations

🕹 Full Day Arcade Machine Hire Melbourne
Ideal for expos, shopping centres and large-scale brand activations.
Includes:
• 6+ hours hire
• All inclusions from the Premium package
• Extended engagement for high-traffic events
👉 Pricing tailored to event duration – contact us for a custom quote

Claw Machine Specifications
• Approx. size: 1300mm (H) x 740mm (W)
• Approx. weight: 100kg
• Free-to-play with unlimited attempts
• Adjustable claw strength and win probability
• Interchangeable claw sizes: Small, Medium & Large
• Suitable for plush toys, boxed prizes and gachapon capsules

Custom Claw Settings
We can tailor the machine to:
• Lift heavier prizes (approximately 3–4kg)
• Control win rates (e.g. 1 in 3 wins or 1 in 5 wins)
• Match different prize shapes, sizes and capsule types

Customise Your Gacha Experience

Want to make it extra special? We can tailor your dispensers with:

• Colour-themed candy to match your event

• Capsule surprises for kids or adults

• Wedding favour inserts

• Branded or promotional items

• Mixed candy & capsule options

Just tell us your theme and guest count, we’ll take care of the rest.

What if there is a problem with our claw machine hire?

Our arcade machine hire Melbourne service is fully supported. If a prize becomes stuck or the machine encounters an issue, a troubleshooting guide and phone number to tech support is provided. Also, if required, we’ll return onsite to resolve the issue promptly.

How many days ahead must I book the machine?

Although we recommended to be notified as early as possible, custom wraps take a minimum 5 days’ notice to prepare.

How can we put our own prizes inside the machine?

A key is provided so prizes can be easily rearranged or restocked during the event.

What is included in candy dispenser hire?

Our candy dispenser hire includes the dispenser machine, filled with tasty candy or capsules, plus delivery, setup and collection across Melbourne. Fill options, colours and quantities are tailored to suit your event and guest numbers.

How many guests does each candy dispenser cater for?

As a guide, each dispenser suits up to max __ guests

We’ll help you choose the right number based on your event type and guest list.

Do guests need coins or tokens to use the gacha machines?

No, our gacha and candy dispensers are fully self-serve and ready to use. No coins or tokens are required unless requested for themed or branded events.

Can the candy or capsules be customised?

Yes. We can customise:

• Candy colours to match your theme

• Capsule contents (toys, novelties, favours)

• Mixed candy and capsule fills

• Corporate or promotional inserts

Just let us know your theme when enquiring.

Are gacha and candy dispensers suitable for weddings?

Absolutely. Candy dispensers are a popular alternative to traditional wedding favours and are loved by both adults and children. We can style them to suit modern, classic or fun wedding themes.

Is setup and pack-down included?

Yes. All gacha and candy dispenser hire includes professional delivery, setup and pack-down so you don’t need to worry about a thing.

Do you service all of Melbourne?

Yes. We provide candy dispenser and gacha hire across Melbourne and surrounding suburbs. Travel fees may apply for outer metro or regional locations.

Can I bundle candy dispensers with other Shanahan Events services?

Yes. Candy dispensers pair perfectly with our:

• Ice Cream cart Hire

• Bubble Tea Cart Hire

• Coffee Cart Hire

• Candy Buffets & Event Styling

Ask about bundle pricing when you enquire.

How far in advance should I book?

We recommend booking as early as possible, especially for weekends and school holiday dates. Popular dates do book out quickly