Mākaro Room
Wharewaka Function Centre, Wellington Waterfront.
Mākaro Room is our largest and most versatile venue, offering expansive harbour views across Wellington’s waterfront. Designed for events that require scale and flexibility, the space features generous floor area, high ceilings, and seamless indoor–outdoor flow, making it ideal for conferences, gala dinners, large celebrations, and cocktail-style events. With multiple layout options and the support of our experienced in-house catering and events team, Mākaro Room delivers a polished, adaptable setting where large gatherings are hosted with ease, precision, and impact.
Room Capacities
Cocktail
300
Banquet
200 (inc. Gallery)
Theatre
250
Cabaret
140
U-Shape/
Boardroom
By Arrangement
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SQM
215m2
Matiu Room
Wharewaka Function Centre, Wellington Waterfront.
Matiu Room is a spacious and adaptable waterfront venue ideal for conferences, presentations, and large-scale gatherings. Located within the Wharewaka Function Centre, the room features floor-to-ceiling windows, modern finishes, and flexible layouts that can be tailored to suit both formal and social events. With generous capacity and support from our in-house catering and events team, Matiu Room offers a seamless setting for events that need room to move and space to connect.
Room Capacities
Cocktail
150
Banquet
100
Theatre
140
Cabaret
72
U-Shape/
Boardroom
35/ 30
SQM
167m2
Mokopuna Room
Wharewaka Function Centre, Wellington Waterfront.
Mokopuna Room is a flexible waterfront space ideal for meetings, workshops, and smaller-scale events. Located within the Wharewaka Function Centre on Wellington’s waterfront, the room offers a modern, light-filled setting with adaptable layouts to suit boardroom sessions, theatre-style presentations, or casual gatherings. Supported by our in-house catering and events team, the Mokopuna Room is designed to make hosting simple, seamless, and stress-free.
Room Capacities
Cocktail
50
Banquet
40
Theatre
60
Cabaret
30
U-Shape/
Boardroom
25/ 20
SQM
90m2
Te Puni Room
Wharewaka Function Centre, Wellington Waterfront.
Te Puni Room is our most frequently used space, located directly above the waka house at Wharewaka. We believe the wairua of the waka beneath carries through the room, giving Te Puni a natural sense of mana and connection that guests immediately feel. With its elevated position, modern design, and flexible layouts, the room is well suited to conferences, presentations, and celebrations that call for both professionalism and presence. Supported by our in-house catering and events team, Te Puni Room offers a setting that feels grounded, purposeful, and memorable.
Room Capacities
Cocktail
70
Banquet
70
Theatre
100
Cabaret
56
U-Shape/
Boardroom
35/ 30
SQM
167m2
The Wellington Rowing Club
Whai Repo Lagoon, Wellington Waterfront.
The Wellington Rowing Club offers a character-filled waterfront venue with stunning views over the inner harbour and lagoon, making it a memorable setting for conferences, celebrations, and private events. With seamless indoor–outdoor flow onto a private deck, high timber ceilings, and flexible layout options, the space can be styled to suit everything from elegant seated dinners to lively cocktail events. Centrally located on Wellington’s waterfront and supported by our experienced in-house catering and events team, the Rowing Club combines heritage charm with effortless event delivery, so you can focus on hosting while we take care of the rest.
Room Capacities
Cocktail
upto 140
Banquet
80-100
Theatre
100
Cabaret
56
U-Shape/
Boardroom
By Arrangement
SQM
TBA
The Boatshed
The Boatshed is an iconic waterfront venue located on Wellington’s harbour, offering a relaxed yet character-filled setting for conferences, celebrations, and private events. With its heritage charm, timber interiors, and stunning harbour outlook, the space provides a unique backdrop that feels both welcoming and distinctly Wellington. Featuring flexible layout options, high stud ceilings, and seamless indoor-outdoor flow, The Boatshed can be styled to suit everything from seated dining and corporate functions to lively cocktail events. Centrally located on the waterfront and supported by our experienced in-house catering and events team, The Boatshed allows you to host with confidence while we take care of the details.
