Sporting Event Venues

Novotel Auckland Ellerslie

Nestled alongside Ellerslie Racecourse and just 15 minutes from Auckland's CBD, Novotel Auckland Ellerslie is a contemporary venue for conferences, business meetings, and private events.

Wainui

Just 30 minutes from central Auckland, Wainui offers a striking blend of natural serenity and modern sophistication. Set among rolling green hills and native bushland, this architecturally designed venue is purpose-built for events—from corporate away days and conferences to weddings and milestone celebrations.

200

65

Auckland

Tote on Ascot

Tote on Ascot is a venue with both history and wow-factor, set at the heart of Ellerslie Racecourse. Once home to the world’s first totalisator machine and, more recently, the raceday stables, this landmark 1885 building has recently been transformed into one of Auckland’s most distinctive event spaces.

Forsyth Barr Stadium

Forsyth Barr Stadium is Dunedin’s premier venue whether your guest list is 30 or 35,000. Standing proudly as a southern landmark, it is a truly modern venue where sports, concerts, conferences, and events come to life.

Tauranga Fish and Dive Club

Overlooking the waters of Sulphur Point Marina, the Tauranga Fish & Dive Club offers a relaxed coastal setting for events of all kinds. With stunning harbour views, a licensed bar, and space for up to 250 guests, this venue is ideal for milestone celebrations, corporate functions, community events, and weddings with a casual seaside flair.

Peppers Clearwater

You'll find Peppers Clearwater Resort at the end of a tree-lined avenue, on the glassy waters of Lake Kaikainui.

One New Zealand Stadium

One New Zealand Stadium is Aotearoa New Zealand's premier and most accessible, inclusive, sustainable and flexible venue, opening in 2026. Located in the heart of Ōtautahi Christchurch at Te Kaha, it is where Waitaha Canterbury comes together.

Holiday Inn Auckland Airport

Set amid lush subtropical gardens in Māngere, Holiday Inn Auckland Airport is a Polynesian-inspired resort offering the comfort and convenience of a full-service hotel.

AUT Event Venues

Offering end-to-end management service from venue selection, catering and audio-visual solutions for your conferences and events, our team of experts will work with you to design your event.

Hagley Oval

An oasis in the city, Hadlee Pavilion combines a picturesque park-setting with all the impact and appeal of a world-class sporting venue. Nestled amid the trees in Hagley Park, the Pavilion overlooks Canterbury's premiere cricket ground, the Hagley Oval – ensuring an incredible backdrop for events with anywhere between 10 and 280 guests.

Backpaddock Lakes

Backpaddock Lakes is an idyllic venue, accommodation and water sports park. With the majestic Ruahine Ranges in the background and hectares of lakes in the foreground, this central Hawkes Bay venue is the dream destination for a myriad of occasions.

180

Wellington

Whirinaki Whare Taonga

Whirinaki Whare Taonga is an arts, culture, and events centre based in Upper Hutt. With an intimate theatre, a large hall, meeting rooms, foyer function spaces, and a changing suite of exhibitions - Whirinaki is a spectacular venue for a memorable daytime or evening event.

Central Energy Trust Arena

For large-scale events in the heart of Palmerston North, The Central Energy Trust Arena is the obvious choice. This impressive complex includes 10 spaces spread over 18 hectares of park-like grounds.

Ye Olde Pinball Shoppe

Welcome to the NZ's premier pinball lounge, the heart of Wellington City. We have a fantastic lineup of modern and classic games in excellent condition, with cameras & screens above each game, so you can sit back with a drink and enjoy the action as your friends battle silverballs against gravity.

45

Christchurch

New Zealand Deerstalkers Association

Located just 25 minutes from the Christchurch CBD, the North Canterbury Deerstalkers Clubrooms offer a venue with a difference. With a capacity for 100 people, a kitchen for catering, and a rifle range for hire, this is the perfect venue for workshops, community meeting, or team building activities.

100

50

Auckland

Riverhaven Artland

Located in Clevedon, Riverhaven Artland is a spectacular property featuring a collection of permanent sculptures from NZ artists. The venue is large, whimsical and romantic - perfect for an intimate elopement or lavish wedding, trade show, corporate or private hire. Group bookings are also available by appointment for guided tours of the garden.

150

Hamilton

Seddon Park

Recognised as one of the cricket world’s best “boutique” grounds, Seddon Park is the home of cricket in Hamilton. Seddon Park offers two charming function spaces and a unique outdoor space which are available for meetings and functions.

110

Hamilton

FMG Stadium Waikato

Best known as the spiritual home for rugby in Hamilton, FMG Stadium Waikato has also earned a reputation as a unique venue for functions and special events. With its range of spaces, each with its own flavour, personality, and the best views in town, FMG Stadium Waikato becomes the preferred choice.

TSB Stadium

Housing three event spaces - the mezzanine, the entrance foyer including reception desk & 2,200 sqm of uninterrupted floor space the venue has the ability to convert to a commercial event, trade show, concert or exciting gala function.

Energy Event Centre

The perfect venue for conferences, exhibitions, banquets, sporting events & concerts. Positioned at the edge of Lake Rotorua, within the picturesque Government Gardens and within walking distance of accommodation, restaurants & cafes.

5,650

2,600

Auckland

Wellington

Christchurch

Queenstown

Venues for Sporting Events in New Zealand

Novotel Auckland Ellerslie

Wainui

Tote on Ascot

Forsyth Barr Stadium

Tauranga Fish and Dive Club

Peppers Clearwater

One New Zealand Stadium

Holiday Inn Auckland Airport

AUT Event Venues

Hagley Oval

Backpaddock Lakes

Whirinaki Whare Taonga

Central Energy Trust Arena

Ye Olde Pinball Shoppe

New Zealand Deerstalkers Association

Riverhaven Artland

Seddon Park

FMG Stadium Waikato

TSB Stadium

Energy Event Centre

FABLE NZ LTD

Auckland

Wellington

Christchurch

Queenstown

Venues for Sporting Events in New Zealand

Novotel Auckland Ellerslie

Wainui

Tote on Ascot

Forsyth Barr Stadium

Tauranga Fish and Dive Club

Peppers Clearwater

One New Zealand Stadium

Holiday Inn Auckland Airport

AUT Event Venues

Hagley Oval

Backpaddock Lakes

Whirinaki Whare Taonga

Central Energy Trust Arena

Ye Olde Pinball Shoppe

New Zealand Deerstalkers Association

Riverhaven Artland

Seddon Park

FMG Stadium Waikato

TSB Stadium

Energy Event Centre

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