Auckland Zoo's venues can cater to corporate celebrations and family days, weddings and much more...

All our venues are located within lush surroundings making any event one your guests will be talking about for years to come.

We can create a memorable event in one of our many unique venue spaces - imagine an out-of-this-world cocktail function in The Domes, dining in the historic Old Elephant House or getting married in the Cotton Top Tamarin Shelter.

Find out more about our various venues and their opportunities for hosting.

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Group Bookings

If you have a minimum of 25 / maximum of 50 people and would like to enquire about booking a separate date for the Christmas lunch, please fill out the enquiry form and we’ll call you back to discuss your requirements.

Our delectable two-course plated lunch menu, including Zoo entry, is from $99 per adult.

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Christmas Lunch

If you have a small group, we are taking bookings now for Christmas lunch at Auckland Zoo’s iconic Old Elephant House restaurant. 

Our chefs have taken the stress out of the silly season and have a delectable two-course plated lunch menu, so that you and your guests can relax and unwind.

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Te Puna

This restaurant and function venue is a great indoor/outdoor space located at the heart of Auckland Zoo, overlooking our central lake and wetlands area. 

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The Domes

The Domes is 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. 

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The Old Elephant House 

Once home to Auckland Zoo’s elephants, the Old Elephant House is now an iconic restaurant, suitable for a variety of evening event types including wedding receptions, cocktail parties and seated dinners.

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The Old Elephant House Courtyard

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, drinks and canapés, birthday celebrations or corporate occasions. 

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Cotton Top Tamarin Shelter

Located in the middle of lush plants and surrounded by wildlife, this venue offers a rustic covered space which is perfect for wedding ceremonies, early evening dinner parties or pre-dinner drinks.

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