The War Memorial Centre has a number of versatile spaces suiting a wide range of event needs. These are bookable as seperate spaces or the entire complex can be hired altogether.

 

Main Hall

The is a versatile space and accommodate many diferent events such as; conferences, award ceremonies, balls, exhibitions, concerts and wedding receptions

With a large floor area (1056m²)  all aspects of your event can take place in one space!

Arrangements can be made for up to 900 theatre style, 1500 for a concert, or up to 500 in a formal dinner setting. Additionally, the space can easily be broken up in to smaller areas in order to suit any event requirement.

What makes it an incredibly unique space is the sprung dance floor, which is the largest in the Southern Hemisphere.

 

Concert Chamber

Featuring fixed auditorium tiered seating and an open stage, the Concert Chamber is perfect for concerts, conferences and presentations. It has carpet underfoot and outstanding acoustics. It is also home to the Steinway grand piano, which can be rented as a part of venue hire. 

 

Pioneer Room

Surrounded by the Pukenamu/Queen’s Park grounds, this room is flooded with natural light through it's large floor-to-celing windows. The generous layout of the room means that it is a hugely flexibly space that can host as little as 10, or up to 120 people.

There is access to the Kitchen, where there is an onsite chiller for food/beverage storage, a large commercial oven and dishwasher. 

 

The Forecourt

Upon entry to the venue, a large forecourt greets you. This can accommodate up to 70 parked vehicles, but is also ideal for outdoor events including car shows, parades and festivals.

 

Upstairs/Downstairs Foyers

These spaces provide an abundance of natural light and are often paired with the Main Hall and/or Pioneer Room. They are perfect for registrations, meet and greets, buffet meal serving, or as a break out space. 

 

Dressing Rooms

War Memorial Centre has three sets of dressing rooms. Two on on either side of the stage in the Main Hall, and one downstairs below the Concert Chamber. These are all fully equipped with toilets and showers - ideal for performers - and can be easily transformed in to a breakout space or smaller meeting room.