Wellington Wedding Venues
Setting the stage for your dazzling day means picking the perfect wedding venue. In Wellington, you’re spoiled for choice. With wedding venues both large and small, quaint and modern, rustic and contemporary, Wellington is doing a fine job of showing off. From manicured gardens to classic chapels, you’ve got a wide variety to choose from when it comes to your big day - but what wedding venue reflects you? It’s your chance to wander around venues and discover what strikes a chord, but before you rush around the city, take a look at this list. We feature the coolest wedding venues in Wellington, basking in the beauty of their waterfront promenade and bustling harbourside. Your special day deserves a space that lights up as soon as you set foot in it, and, luckily for us, Wellington has bragging rights when it comes to utterly fabulous wedding venues of every kind.
Setting the stage for your dazzling day means picking the perfect wedding venue. In Wellington, you’re spoiled for choice. With wedding venues both large and small, quaint and modern, rustic and contemporary, Wellington is doing a fine job of showing off. From manicured gardens to classic chapels, you’ve got a wide variety to choose from when it comes to your big day - but what wedding venue reflects you? It’s your chance to wander around venues and discover what strikes a chord, but before you rush around the city, take a look at this list. We feature the coolest wedding venues in Wellington, basking in the beauty of their waterfront promenade and bustling harbourside. Your special day deserves a space that lights up as soon as you set foot in it, and, luckily for us, Wellington has bragging rights when it comes to utterly fabulous wedding venues of every kind.
Rydges Wellington
Immerse yourself in the heart of the capital at Rydges Wellington. A landmark hotel and one of the top venues in the region, Rydges welcomes conferences, meetings, weddings and beyond.
Zealandia
Zealandia is the world's first fully-fenced urban ecosanctuary and a glorious venue for your next event.
Whisky & Wood
A light-filled loft style venue with a character of its own. Industrial New-York loft vibes featuring washed-brick walls, soaring high ceilings, skylights and a wooden bar area, Whisky & Wood exudes industrial elegance.
QT Wellington
QT Wellington is an eccentric hotel venue in the heart of our capital city. Surrounded by a blend of urban and harbour views, QT Wellington offers colourful spaces, state-of-the-art facilities and decadent dining.
Shed 6
Shed 6 gives you control over a large space. Host a concert in the entire auditorium, or split it into four smaller spaces with operable dividers. It’s perfectly suited to conference breakout sessions, meetings, product launches, and social functions.
Erskine Chapel
Considered one of the finest chapels in New Zealand, Erskine Chapel presents a venue with dramatic architecture, marble detailing and breathtaking acoustics.
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.
Parliament Buildings
For an event with unparalleled prestige, choose the heart of New Zealand's democracy - The Parliament Buildings in Wellington.
Meow Nui
Opened in 2024, Meow Nui is Wellington’s newest premium music venue. Originally the Salvation Army Citadel, Meow Nui has amazing acoustics, stunning architectural features, and world-class equipment.
Old St Paul's
Old St Paul’s is Wellington’s most iconic heritage building—an aesthetically unique venue which truly stands out from the crowd.
Wellington Zoo
A meeting at Te Nukuao Wellington Zoo is anything but ordinary. Surrounded by greenery and exotic wildlife, the Zoo offers a refreshing escape from the everyday. Your event will be a unique experience - one that encourages creativity, connection, and a sense of adventure.
Brackenridge Country Retreat & Spa
Set on 14 acres on the edge of Martinborough wine village, Brackenridge Country Retreat & Spa is a premier destination for weddings, conferences, and events. Escape the city and enjoy a peaceful rural setting with modern comforts, including a fabulous day spa.
The 540 Lodge
Nestled in the foothills of North Wairarapa, The 540 Lodge is a secluded sanctuary just 10 minutes from Masterton.
Tatum
Tatum is a boutique, heritage-rich venue set in a lush parkland just an hour north of Wellington. Delivered through a beautifully restored 1912 homestead and new purpose-built spaces, Tatum effortlessly blends historic charm with modern amenities—ideal for conferences, retreats, weddings, and events.
The Roxy
Located just 3 minutes from the airport, in the very centre of the film making capital of NZ, The Roxy Cinema is the ideal venue for your next conference, team meeting, event or function.
The Thistle Inn
We are the ultimate private function venue in Wellington. Specialising in events, celebrations and weddings.
Bolton Hotel
Wellington's finest independent hotel, with an excellent central location for work or leisure in New Zealand’s capital city.
Courtenay Creative
A place to collaborate, connect and cultivate. Courtenay Creative is home to the old bank chamber and has undergone a stunning renovation to bring you a charming and unique event space. A setting like no other, created to inspire and captivate guests.
The Canapé Room
A beautiful speakeasy with natural light in the day and golden hues as the sun sets. Phenomenal service & the best catering in Wellington; ascend our stairs to a fabulous event.
Dockside
Enjoy one of the largest over-water outdoor dining areas in the Southern Hemisphere. Under a retractable roof take in the bustle Wellington’s waterfront. Dockside offers a spectacular environment for your event, catering to weddings, cocktail parties, private & corporate events.
RACE Trentham
Surrounded by the hills of the valley, RACE Trentham provides a stunning setting for your next event. Be it for a wedding, social celebration, business and corporate event or an awards dinner, RACE Trentham is your perfect Wellington venue.
St Johns Bar & Eatery
St Johns Bar & Eatery on the Waterfront for eating, drinking and enjoying! Escape to our private dining room, or host a lavish cocktail event in the bar. No matter the occasion or the size, the team are here to plan your perfect function to fit every budget!
Anam Cara Gardens
A private garden venue like no other set in the beautiful Kapiti Coast, ideal for fun & relaxed events with 10 acres of stunning gardens, a covered outdoor seating area and lawn games! The function centre has a picturesque outlook & boasts modern décor with a botanical influence.