Meetings at the Zoo

The Domes Constructed by Auckland based company Event Base and their partners Creative Structures in 2017 and most recently home to Te Papa and Weta Workshops blockbuster exhibition Bug Lab, The Domes cover 740m² over five domes (hexadomes and crossover), and include a custom designed entrance tunnel.



The Domes is currently one of Auckland’s most unique spaces to hold an event – with its grand design, immersive feel and zoo soundtrack, this could be the perfect space for you to make your special event unforgettable.



The distinctive smooth round canopy and dome shape adds to the aesthetic appeal of feeling like you are entering into a very special function space creating an exciting feeling of a surprise reveal for your function attendees to add an element of surprise.



This space is available for day and evening functions: Day Hire: 9:30am - 4:00pm

Evening Hire: 5.30pm - Midnight



- Theatre capacity: 350

- Classroom capacity: 300

- Seated capacity: 350

- Size: 740m2



The Tiger Territory is the ideal spot for your breakfast function and conveniently located in the heart of the Zoo. After breakfast, guests are welcome to roam the Zoo. A great addition to the breakfast event would be to add on a guided tour with our experienced staff.



This space is available for day and evening functions: 7:30am - 9:30am (breakfast only)

- Banquet capacity: 34

- Included admissions in Venue Hire fee: 40



The Old Elephant House outdoor courtyard is the perfect setting for all sorts of events and occasions. Soak up the sunshine or close the retractable roof for shelter if required. Featuring its own private bar, this is the perfect place for a BBQ, workshops, private hire or corporate occasions.



The courtyard is a covered space and has been fitted with a retractable awning. This is a special function venue like no other and is the perfect venue to create magical memories for your guests.



This space is available for use during the day for functions only. 

- 9.30am - 4.00pm



Estimated Capacity

- Theatre capacity: 50

- Classroom capacity: 30

- Seated capacity: 50



Venue inclusions:

- Standard Lighting

- Standard Tables and Chairs

- Standard Linen



Get in contact with us today to discuss!