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 tailored 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 250 people
- Indoor and Outdoor flow
Your venue hire will include:
- Room set-up
- Professional service staff
- Wedding ceremony area
- All cleaning
- Linen & Serviettes
- Use of grounds & gardens
- Present table
- Crockery & Glassware
- Bridal table & Cake table draped with tulle swag

The Tea House
Suitable for wedding buffets from 40 to 85 persons, The Tea House is Riccarton Park's premium wedding venue. Sited to the west of the Grandstands in its own separate park setting, The Tea House is a fine example of a stylistic Edwardian building. Built in 1903 and now restored to its original design, it features a wide veranda and two large roof turrets giving it a pavilion-like appearance. Complimenting the exterior features, are the unique Tongue & Groove walls inside the Tea House. Guests will be seated at round tables. Outside wedding ceremonies can be arranged on the Tea House Lawn.

The Show Gate
The Show Gate blends timeless character with contemporary elegance, making it the perfect venue for your wedding celebration. With space for up to 300 guests seated at round tables, it offers the ideal setting for both intimate moments and unforgettable celebrations. This spacious venue features a built-in dance floor and small stage, making it perfect for a vibrant wedding reception that will keep your guests dancing all night long. Celebrate your love in a venue as memorable as your day. Let The Show Gate bring your wedding vision to life.