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See all blogsAuckland's Best New Years Eve Parties in 2026
Staying in Auckland this New Year's Eve? Contrary to popular opinion, Auckland is an exciting place to bring in the New Year. The city is full of life, with live music, champagne, and celebration in the air. If you are pondering your New Year's Eve plans, you've come to the right place. In this blog, we include Auckland City's biggest events - from the iconic fireworks display to rooftop soirees.
Where to Celebrate Christmas in 2026
Christmas is a magical time - but if you're the one hosting, it can tend to be a lot of work. Days of preparation, Christmas itself spent slaving over the stove, and a mountain of dishes waiting at the end—all during a time that is meant to be your end-of-year holiday. So why not let someone else host this year? These New Zealand venues make the festive season easy with all-inclusive events on both Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, so you can enjoy all the celebration without any of the stress.Whether you're celebrating as a couple, with friends, or the whole whānau, these Christmas venues across New Zealand are the perfect solution to your festive woes. From long lunches to buffet dinners and absolute feasts - here are the top Christmas events taking place in 2026. Be sure to book ahead of time, as they're sure to go quickly.
Your Guide to Hosting in the West Coast
Discover the best West Coast venues for hire. Famous for its wild coastline, glacier views and native bush, the West Coast is one of New Zealand's most striking backdrops for weddings, retreats and small gatherings, only on NZ Venues.
Christmas Party Venues in New Zealand
Hosting a Christmas party for the workplace offers a multitude of benefits that extend beyond festive celebrations. It's an opportunity to foster a sense of camaraderie within your team, toast to the year's victories and reflect on a job well done! Such an occasion calls for an adaptable and fully equipped venue. Wherever your team is based, we have beautiful Christmas party venues all over New Zealand. From relaxed BYO venues to grand hotels - these event venues will set the scene for an unforgettable celebration.
My weekend at Parohe Island Retreat
It’s Friday afternoon on the weekend of the solstice. My colleague Ruby and I are on our way to a Yoga retreat at Parohe Island Retreat. We’re clocked off and on the 4pm ferry to Kawau Island. Let me take you with us.
Private Dining Auckland - The 2026 List
Private dining rooms are the biggest life hack for a successful dinner party. An intimate space with dedicated staff and an endless supply of food and drink? Yes, please. What you're after is a restaurant that specialises in private dining. Luckily, we have an abundance of these venues here in Auckland. We've collated our 2023 list of Auckland restaurants with private dining rooms. Looking for more restaurant inspiration? Discover our guide to Auckland restaurants here.
Hamilton Wedding Venues - The Top 15 Venues
When it comes to wedding venues, The Mighty Waikato does not disappoint. From charming homesteads to award-winning gardens, rustic barns to grand estates - Hamilton offers a bit of everything. One running theme we've noticed is that Hamilton loves an outdoor wedding! Most of these venues provide beautiful gardens, rolling farmland or jaw-dropping views for your big day. We've compiled a list of Hamilton Wedding Venues that have been on our radar for some time. Without further ado, here is our Hamilton Wedding Venue Guide. To discover more New Zealand wedding venues, check out our Auckland, Queenstown and Christchurch guides.
Northland Wedding Venues: The Top Places to Get Married
The Northland Region does rustic charm like no other. From homey and cosy wedding venues to sprawling gardens, there’s a variety of wedding venues for you to explore. Finding the perfect spot to host your wedding can be quite the task, so we’ve put together a list of some of the best Northland wedding venues for you to peruse. You can host your wedding in a luxurious treehouse, or do something a bit more traditional and opt for a cushy hotel wedding - whichever you choose, Northland has the right wedding venue for you. If you’re looking for our complete guide to the region, you can find it here. If you’re after our other wedding venue guides, you can check out these Wellington, Auckland, Tauranga, Bay of Plenty, Queenstown, Dunedin, Hamilton, Waiheke and Christchurch guides.
The Best Wanaka Wedding Venues
From its snowy mountain ranges to the crystal clear waters, Wanaka is the definition of pure New Zealand. Abundant with country lodges, BYO venues, boutique hotels, and rustic woolsheds - Wanaka wedding venues all have one thing in common - that breathtaking landscape the region is famous for. Just a stone's throw from Queenstown, Wanaka has a range of venues sure to spark your excitement. For more of our wedding guides, check out Wellington, Auckland, Tauranga, Bay of Plenty, Queenstown, Dunedin, Hamilton, Waiheke, Northland and Christchurch.
The Best Airport Hotel Venues in Auckland
Find Auckland's best Airport hotels, ideal for conferences, corporate events, and convenient accommodation. From fly-in meetings to overnight stays, NZ Venues highlights airport hotels ideal for delegates, business travellers and early departures.
The Best Auckland Conference Venues
The following conference venues are among the finest that Auckland has to offer. With modular spaces, excellent facilities and delicious catering, these venues are designed to accelerate productivity and nurture your focus. With an emphasis on comfort and convenience, many of these conference venues include onsite accommodation. For even more venue ideas, take a look at our comprehensive guide to Auckland Venues for Hire.
15 Best Wellington Bar Venues
If there's one thing Wellington does best, it's the bars and nightlife. With an exuberant number of rooftop bars, comedy clubs and wine lounges - windy Wellington is renowned for its stylish bar scene. Specialising in delicious cocktails, fresh brews and fine wines - these bars and drinkerys make for excellent event venues. Whether you're planning a cocktail event, birthday celebration or after-work drinks for the team - you're sure to find the perfect nook for you. So without further ado, here is our list of the best bar venues in Wellington to get you started on your merry way. If you're after our complete guide to Wellington venues, you can find that here.






















