Your Perfect Modern Wedding Venue in Christchurch
If you’re dreaming of a stylish, contemporary wedding in Christchurch, Haere-Roa offers a stunning setting overlooking the Ōtākaro Avon River. Opened in 2019, this architecturally designed venue fills your day with natural light and flexible spaces, making it easy to create a wedding that truly reflects your style—whether you’re planning a grand celebration or an intimate gathering.
Flexible Spaces Tailored to Your Wedding
Haere-Roa features four unique indoor spaces, each designed to suit different wedding sizes and styles. The venue’s connection to the outdoors, including a beautiful amphitheatre, adds extra charm to your special day.
- Ngaio Marsh Theatre: Perfect for larger weddings, this spacious room can host up to 220 guests seated for dinner or 650 for a cocktail-style reception.
- Dr. Bk Ngau Tī Kōuka Room: Ideal for mid-sized weddings, it comfortably fits 140 guests for a seated meal or 300 for a standing reception.
- The Foundry: A sleek, modern bar space that’s great for private receptions, seating up to 100 guests or accommodating 300 for cocktails.
- Bentleys: A cozy, intimate space perfect for smaller weddings, seating 50 guests for dinner or 100 for a cocktail event.
Expert Support and Modern Amenities for Your Wedding Day
Haere-Roa is more than just a beautiful venue—it’s a fully equipped event centre with a dedicated team ready to help you every step of the way. From planning to execution, you’ll have expert support and top-notch facilities to ensure your wedding runs smoothly.
- Onsite catering with professional chefs crafting delicious menus tailored to your tastes.
- State-of-the-art audio-visual, staging, and lighting systems to create the perfect atmosphere.
- Full accessibility, including wheelchair access and lifts, so all your guests feel welcome.
- Convenient onsite paid parking, free after 5 pm and on weekends for your guests’ ease.