Functions

Whether you’re hosting a small gathering of 40 or a grand celebration for up to 400, our versatile function venues offer the perfect setting for any occasion. With our expert in-house catering team, we create exceptional dining experiences tailored to your event. Choose from a range of menu options, including cocktail functions, indulgent buffet spreads, elegant plated meals, or late-night suppers—whatever you envision, we’ll bring it to life. Let us handle the details, so you can focus on making memories.

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Function Venues & Info
Seven venues to choose from to suit your particular style and needs
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Function Menus
We have a selection of crafted menus for all occasions
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Venue Rates
Competitive pricing
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With all the benefits of the Riccarton Park location:

  • Quiet, park-like surroundings
  • Spacious, attractive gardens
  • Good natural light in venues
  • Committed catering staff and menus to suit
  • Free car parking
  • 15 minutes from the central city
  • 8 minutes to the Christchurch International Airport
  • Close to a variety of accommodation options
  • Venues catering from 40 to 300 people
  • Indoor and Outdoor flow

Your venue hire will include:

  • Room set-up
  • Professional service staff
  • All cleaning
  • Table Linen & Serviettes
  • Use of grounds & gardens
  • Assistance with seating plans
  • Crockery & Glassware

Just a note to say thanks to all the staff on Saturday, they couldn’t have been better. 10/10. We had a great day and everyone seemed to love it. Got lots of good comments on the venue.

Carol & Kevin February 2021

Please pass on my thanks to your team. Great friendly service and the food was amazing.

Tracey Williams

We have had great feedback on the venue and lunch so please pass on our thanks to the kitchen team.

Sharon - May 2021

I want to take this opportunity to thank you very much for everything, I have loved working with you, it’s been a pleasure and a breeze every time.

Kaith - Recruitment 2024

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The Tea House

40 - 85 persons

Whether you're hosting a corporate event, a milestone celebration, or a special gathering, The Tea House is Riccarton Park's premium venue, accommodating events for 40 to 85 guests. Nestled in a peaceful park setting to the west of the Stand, The Tea House is a beautiful example of Edwardian architecture. Built in 1903 and carefully restored to its original design, it features a wide veranda and two prominent roof turrets, giving it a striking pavilion-like feel. Guests are seated at round tables, creating an intimate and sophisticated atmosphere for any event. Outdoor ceremonies or gatherings can also be arranged on the scenic Tea House Lawn, offering a beautiful open

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The Show Gate

300 - 400 persons

The delightful, old world charm of The Show Gate makes it an excellent venue for social functions for up to 300 persons (seated dining) and up to 400 persons for a cocktail party. The Show Gate has a dance floor and small stage area, which lends itself to a variety of entertainment options and is perfect for award presentations and company & school balls. An adjacent, fully landscaped Lawn Court area also provides attractive outdoor options.

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The Balmerino or Nightmarch Rooms

300 - 350 persons

Suitable for 50 -150 persons seated dining in the Balmerino Room. Cocktail functions can accommodate up to 300 persons in the Balmerino Room and 350 persons in the Nightmarch Room. Both rooms are located within a modern, architecturally designed and functional complex that is ideal for social functions. With guests able to move between the rooms, numerous options are available for a variety of social functions. Bar facilities in the Nightmarch Room make it ideal for pre-meal or after dinner socialising. These rooms ideally lend themselves to company functions

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Outdoor Areas

The use of these areas are free when a venue is booked. Outdoor tables and chairs are an additional cost. Riccarton Park's mature trees and grassed areas provide the ideal setting for a BBQ, picnic or company sports day. We also have a range of hotels/motels nearby for those that need accomodation. See Accommodation in Christchurch & Canterbury and the range of Christchurch options when attending your next event at Riccarton Park.

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