With the best event organisers standing by your side and the perfect menu, allow Urban Gourmet to introduce you to Auckland’s most iconic venues.
We’ll listen to your needs, walk you through the options and share our knowledge to help you make the right choice.
900 standing reception
580 seated dinner
Hunua Rooms offer four different configuration options. Utilising retractable walls, the 909 m2 area can be divided into three individual rooms with private foyer, or used as one large space.
300 standing reception
144 seated dinner
Used as one space or divided into two, Limelight provides 318m2 of contemporary space for any occasion. With built-in bar that is easily hidden from sight when not required, this space is a great option for cocktail parties or seated dinners.
300 standing reception
200 seated dinner
Boasting a 668-seat auditorium, executive meeting lounge, expansive atrium and outdoor courtyard in the heart of Wynyard Quarter. Great for large-scale or boutique events, meetings and conferences.
180 standing reception
120 seated dinner
Central Kitchener Street location. Absolutely stunning gallery with mezzanine. No theming needed. Perfect for cocktail events, dinners, weddings. Nearest parking facilities Victoria Street carpark and Wilson carpark. No red wine allowed.
200 standing reception
150 seated dinner
Central Kitchener Street location. Magestic gallery requires no dressing, simple uplighting elevates it to a beautiful evening space for cocktail events, dinners, weddings. Onsite kitchen. Wilson or Victoria Street parking.
199 standing reception
The 199 seat Auditorium is a purpose built venue for lectures, conferences, presentations, or performances. Venue includes standard audio visual and lighting, with additional charges for certified Museum AV Technician. The adjacent lobby, which holds 199 for a standing cocktail, is also available for hire and ideal for registrations and networking occasions. Central location and parking.
300 standing reception
150 seated dinner
Built in 1929, the venue boasts stone columns soaring three stories, Italian marble floors, and spectacular stained-glass ceiling. Ideal for cocktail events, dinners, private parties and weddings, the foyer also holds 100 theatre style. Central location and parking.
500 standing reception
450 seated dinner
Spectacular glass-enclosed venue with panoramic city and harbour views. Perfect for gala or awards dinners, cocktail events, balls, weddings, trade shows and can accommodate 600 theatre style. Available 7 days for daytime and evening functions. One of Auckland’s largest venues. Central location and parking.
200 standing reception
Positioned in the heart of the Museum above the Grand Foyer, the Champagne Mezzanine is an elegant space to host a perfect cocktail function. Minutes from Auckland city with on-site parking.
200 standing reception
Set amongst the dinosaurs, this is a venue with a difference for cocktail parties, canapés, or pre-dinner drinks, and entirely unique to Auckland Museum. Minutes from Auckland city with on-site parking.
400 standing reception
300 seated dinner
This stunning new and expansive, award-winning architectural venue sits under a suspended Fijian Kauri clad tanoa (kava bowl). Bright and welcoming with installations by New Zealand artists; a place to come together for larger events. In addition to cocktail functions and seated dinners, the venue can accommodate 400 theatre style and is centrally located with onsite parking.
standing reception
16 seated dinner
For intimate dinners or meetings, the Whaowhia Room is a classic wood-panelled boardroom in the heritage-style of the original 1929 Museum building. One of the most significant art deco interiors in a New Zealand public building. There is an onsite kitchenette. Five minutes from Auckland city with ample parking.
190 standing reception
150 seated dinner
Hidden from public view, the glass-walled and gilded curved ceiling Chapel boasts a spectacular view of Maungakiekie/One Tree Hill. An easily accessible Parnell location with pay and display onsite carparking and close proximity to transport routes, Bishop Selwyn Chapel is perfect for cocktails, lunches and dinners.
2000 standing reception
750 seated dinner
Centrally located, Shed 10 is a versatile venue on Auckland's waterfront. Perfect for gala dinners and cocktail parties. Two floors with an industrial looking ground floor and a first floor with a great view overlooking the harbour.
3000 standing reception
1600 seated dinner
Spark Arena is a leading venue for large scale gala dinners and corporate functions. Its unique range of venues - from small rooms to the legendary Arena Bowl - can accommodate a wide variety of events including gala dinners, conferences, cocktail functions or your next staff Christmas party. The only limit is your imagination.
450 standing reception
250 seated dinner
City Location in Hobson Street, beautiful white stone church is transformed with uplighting, pews can be removed, good public transport, Tournament parking buildings Hobson St.
4,500 standing reception
900 seated dinner
Ground level, central city, excellent large scale dinner, expo, trade show venue, excellent transport, parking at Downtown or Britomart
400 standing reception
200 seated dinner
Centrally located at Ellerslie Racecourse, this charming building can accommodate events of all sizes, from the opulent to the intimate. Featuring an open-beamed ceiling; Italian granite, titanium and leather bar; and stark, freshly whitewashed walls, the space is warm, welcoming and elegant. Free onsite parking.
2,800 standing reception
1,200 seated dinner
Located on Auckland’s vibrant waterfront, VEC is a premium venue boasting 6,000m² of space spanning three levels. The building has been designed to a five star environmental standard and makes the most of its impressive waterfront location with glass walls, balconies and easy access to the wharf. Surrounded by public spaces, VEC is the perfect venue and location for large-scale gala dinners and conferences.