Explore Our Waterfront Event Spaces

Flexible spaces designed for every kind of event

Discover a collection of versatile, light-filled spaces designed to suit events of every style and scale. From intimate gatherings to large celebrations, each space at Akarana offers its own unique character, complemented by seamless technology, exceptional catering, and a dedicated events team to ensure everything runs effortlessly.

Our Spaces at Akarana

Te Kawau Room

Our Te Kawau Room is a spacious 360sqm waterfront venue with panoramic harbour and Rangitoto views. Filled with natural light, it features full-height sliding doors opening onto a private balcony.

A versatile blank-canvas space, it suits a wide range of events—from weddings and conferences to gala dinners and celebrations—accommodating up to 450 guests cocktail-style, 350 theatre-style, or 200 banquet.

With built-in bars reflecting the venue’s heritage and integrated audiovisual facilities, the Te Kawau Room offers flexibility, character, and seamless functionality for memorable events.

RAYC & Rangitoto Rooms Combined

With Ōrākei Marina and the city lights on one side, and the harbour and Rangitoto on the other, the combined RAYC Rangitoto Room offers stunning views from every angle.

Perfect for theatre-style events up to 150 guests, cocktail functions up to 180, workshops, and social events, the space is flexible and inviting.

A large built-in bar pays homage to the original Royal Akarana Yacht Club, with our team ensuring seamless service throughout. Our in-house AV system, including mobile TVs, allows the room to be easily tailored to your event, with roller blinds available at the Rangitoto end when required.

Rangitoto Room

The Rangitoto Room is a stunning space, perfectly positioned to showcase expansive views across Rangitoto Island and unforgettable sunsets.

An ideal breakout room for larger events in the Te Kawau Room, or a standout standalone venue, this versatile blank canvas adapts effortlessly to conferences, workshops, and evening social events.

It comes complete with an in-room kitchenette, movable LED screens, built-in AV, and high-speed WiFi, delivering a seamless and elevated event experience.

RAYC Lounge

The Royal Akarana Yacht Club Lounge is a stunning space, renowned for its incredible sunset views across the harbour and city skyline.

Open to all, it can be configured for everything from board meetings and workshops to cocktail parties and special celebrations, offering a flexible and welcoming setting.

With a built-in bar and sweeping outlook across the bay, it provides a truly memorable backdrop as day turns into evening.

Priority booking and special rates are available for Royal Akarana Yacht Club members—so ensure your membership is up to date and get in touch to secure your date.

Bespoke event packages

Our dedicated events team will work with you to tailor a custom package for your function at our stylish seaside venue. You can even make your event even more memorable with a sailing or waka ama experience.

State-of-the-art facilities

All of our event spaces have been built with the specific needs of corporate occasions, family celebrations and large-scale sports events in mind. Combine that with our professional service, and of course, those views, and you’ve got the formula for a winning event.

Events for everyone

We welcome everyone to come and enjoy our spectacular spaces. Enquire now to discuss discounted rates for schools, clubs and community groups. Plus, when you book your event with us, you’re also supporting the Akarana Marine Sports Charitable Trust to make the ocean accessible for generations to come.

Ready to plan your next event?

Get in touch now for a chat about what we offer and how we can help you plan an event to remember.

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