Wedding & Conference Venues

Whether it’s a birthday for two or a conference for 200, Akaroa offers exquisite venues for your next occasion.

Akaroa Winery

Akaroa Winery is a beautiful Mediterranean style venue, overlooking the stunning Akaroa inlet. Nestled in Takamatua Valley, the organic, family-owned vineyard is located on the north facing slopes of the lush hills of Banks Peninsula overlooking Takamatua Bay. We produce the highest quality grapes with every aspect of our growing and planting dedicated to the environment, using sustainable farming techniques. We believe that our fruit makes superior wines. We are focused on creating extraordinary age-worthy wines that express the unique characteristics of the fruit from Takamatua Valley. The rugged terrior of our vineyard produces wines with great intensity and finesse. Enjoy...

Akaroa Winery, situated in Takamatua valley, overlooks the beautiful local harbour. Akaroa Winery is Akaroa's first and only certified Organic Vineyard and Winery Estate. Tour the vineyard and modern wine making facility. Taste some of the many wine vintages available while touring the amazing grounds and see the "dirt to bottle" experience first hand. Complimentary Shuttle Service available.

Open daily 12pm to 4pm.
Private Tours and Tastings can be made by appointment.

Contact Allan for more information.

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Bully Hayes Restaurant & Bar

Akaroa’s Premier Waterfront Dining Spot. Relax and enjoy the spectacular panoramic views of Akaroa Harbour whilst you dine in any of our indoor and outdoor areas. We also offer a sheltered courtyard garden with a children’s play area for families. Extensive menu focusing on fresh New Zealand produce with an innovative mix of traditional and modern flavours. The menu offers a large variety of seafood, award-winning cuisine [2019 beef and lamb excellence award] at prices to suit any budget.

To complement your dining at any time of the day we have a comprehensive beverage list with New Zealand Wines, “Monteith’s” and “Tuatara” craft beers on tap and in bottle, cocktails and a large range of non-alcoholic drinks.
Bully Hayes Restaurant & Bar bringing together great food and beverages with stunning harbour views, welcoming friendly service making your dining experience a memorable and relaxing one.  Something for everyone!

At Bully Hayes we also cater for specialty and tour groups for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
We have a variety of set menu options available these are available on our website. If you have any questions, 
Please contact us as we try to accommodate where we can 

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Open 7 Days, Year Round. 
8.00am till 8.00pm (8.30pm on Friday / Saturday Night). 

Catering:

Be it a board meeting, product launch, cocktail function, corporate team conference, wedding, or a general social event Bully Hayes can offer you the commitment of professional excellence that will ensure your event is an outstanding success. Innovative cuisine prepared fresh to your requirements. We cater off site at any number of our local Akaroa venues. We can provide beverage services, staff to look after the setup, service and clean-up.

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Okuti Hall

Okuti Hall is available for you to hire. Suitable for... birthdays, family gatherings, celebrations, picnics, club meetings, classes, workshops, fund raisers and more. The Okuti Hall is the home of the Okuti Valley Recreation and Sports Club (inc.) New members are welcome.

For bookings email okutihall@gmail.com

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Mt Vernon Lodge

Mt Vernon Lodge boasts a range of accommodation options to suit everyone, from singles, couples, or groups of up to 50 people. Whether it’s a family gathering, corporate retreat, or a romantic getaway for two, Mt Vernon’s private surroundings are a great place to celebrate any occasion. A beautiful, natural and peaceful retreat where the only noise is the sound of birdsong. Our lodge has six ensuite units plus a communal lounge with a sunken fireplace and fully equipped kitchen. The Chalets & Alpine lodge are comfortable, self-contained accommodation and for couples, our cottages offer romantic accommodation for two.

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Planning a Wedding in Akaroa?

Akaroa is a wonderful wedding destination. Very romantic and very photogenic. There is plenty of great accommodaton to suit different budgets and venues of diffferent sizes. Want to know more about Akaroa as a wedding destination, ask us for our wedding document. This lists local caterers, venues and local musicians.

Email us on adp@akaroa.com for our wedding information document. 

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The Gaiety (Hall, Akaroa)

The Gaiety, Akaroa is situated in Rue Jolie, Akaroa. It contains a main hall and meeting room and full kitchen facilities. Car parking for 40, with 3 accessible parks is provided on the adjacent section. The hall is available for hire from CCC. The prices vary depending on what the occasion is. Casual bookings can be made in person at the Akaroa Service Desk, 40D Rue Lavard or through the CCC Booking Line on 03 941 8999 or 0800 800 169.

The main hall can accommodate 358 people standing and 150-160 people seated comfortably around tables. Using the hall and the fixed seating in the gallery, 250 people can be seated concert style. The supper room can accommodate 150 people standing.
If you require further information this can be found on the CCC website or you can call one of the numbers above and ask for the Community Facilities Advisor

CLICK HERE TO GO TO THE CCC PAGE FOR THE GAIETY. 

The Gaiety Bookings & other Christchurch City Council Facilities: 
CCC Booking Line number 03 941 8999. 

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Pigeon Bay Church

The Knox Church of Pigeon Bay is very special, designed by the well know architect of his day, Samuel Hurst Seager CBE which reveals his influence of the English Arts and Crafts movement. The church, built with local labour using timber milled from Pigeon Bay in 1899, stands proudly by the waterfront looking up the bay. This church is a community run consecrated church and can be used for weddings, christenings and small functions. 

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Pigeon Bay Settlers’ Hall

The Pigeon Bay Settlers Hall was built in 1921 right on the beautiful waterfront looking up the bay to the sea. The newly refurbished Hall comprises a Main Hall with large curtained stage and wooden floor, which can seat 200, a Meeting Room for up to 40 people, and its own updated kitchen facilities. The Main Hall is ideal for wedding receptions, social  gatherings, and Art exhibitions. There is also a  room available for meetings, gatherings and musical evening which carters for smaller groups (40 people) .

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 See also the entry for the historic Pigeon Bay Church HERE. 

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Marquee For Hire

Large marquee for hire within Banks Peninsula. Akaroa and Bays Lions Club have a framed marquee available for hire for all occasions. Particulary suitable for weddings and private functions. 

Details: 

  • 21m x 9m size :  hire fee $1750*
  • 15m x 9m size :  hire fee $1500*
  • 9m x 9 m size  : hire fee  $1000*

*The hire charges above are for hire in Akaroa Inner Harbour locations. For Outer Bays and Little River locations, an additional charge applies. 

*The Building Act requires a Building Consent for any Marquee of more than 100 square metres. The consent fee at March 2021 was $590 and is payable to Christchurch City Council in addition to the hire fee. Lions Club obtains the Building Consent on behalf of the hirer.

The 9m x 9m size does not require a Building Consent.

Hire includes delivery, set up, and dismantle.

For all enquiries please call Mark Smith on 027 2206835
email :ms.cm.smith@xtra.co.nz

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Size 6 m x 3 m with 4 sides suitable for use as a catering or refreshment tent, Formal entry to the Marquee, Cover for bands, discos etc.
For hire within Akaroa Inner Harbour locations, the fee is $400. For other Peninsula locations an additional charge will apply. 

If hired in conjunction with the Marquee, the fee is $200. 

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Planning a Conference in Akaroa?

Planning a Conference in Akaroa?

Akaroa can cater for small, meduim and large sized conferences. It is a wonderful picturesque place to host people and has a relaxed holiday atmosphere. There is plenty of great accommodaton to suit different budgets and venues of diffferent sizes. If you are wanting to hold a conference in Akaroa and want more information, email us for our Conference document.

Email us on adp@akaroa.com for our Conference Information document. 

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