Welcome to Orakei Bay
Orakei Bay has a rich 40 year history as one of Auckland’s most iconic waterside wedding, function & event venues.
Just 7 minutes by car (or 10 minutes by train) from Auckland’s CBD, and with 60 free carparks for your guests, our venue is conveniently located on the tranquil shore of Orakei Basin. With floor to ceiling windows overlooking the water and a lawn and garden framed by Pohutukawa trees, Orakei Bay is a local treasure.
Orakei Bay has been managed and operated by Collective Hospitality since 2011 and has undergone a repaint and refresh in the winter of 2025.
Collective Hospitality was co-founded by Semele Miller, a passionate entrepreneur who believes in creating exceptional experiences that resonate with people and create life long memories. Semele has co-founded over 15 startups, including Collective Hospitality, The Wharf, Orakei Bay, I Want Orange and George Street Kitchen.
7 Minutes from Auckland CBD
Up to 160 guest capacity
4 indoor & 1 garden space
Packages with venue hire, food, beverage, equipment and staff
Or we can tailor a package to suit your event
Food & beverage by Collective Hospitality, NZ’s premium catering team
One event per day - you’ll never share the venue with another booking
60 free carparks & 2 minutes walk to Orakei train and bus station
12am midnight end times, with no noise restrictions
Our Spaces
Orakei Bay has four distinct internal spaces in addition to our beautiful waterside garden.
You can book all or some of our spaces for your event. Regardless of which space you book, we only ever accept one event per day so you’ll never share the venue.
The Gallery is the perfect location for your reception and to dance the night away. A large versatile space offering the opportunity to be divided into separate spaces to suit your event needs, a dance floor or a gin & tonic station it is completely up to you.
Floor to ceiling windows span the entire length of the room, flooding the space with light. This spectacular space boasts stunning views of the Orakei Bay Lagoon it is sure to take your breath away.
Stunning floor-to-ceiling windows
Bathed in natural light
Picturesque views of the Orakei Basin
Grand entrance
Dedicated bar
Spacious, versatile space
The Gallery
Theatre
160
Seated
160
Welcome
Area
Waterside Garden
Overflowing with an abundance of greenery, our scarlet Pohutakawa frame the water’s edge. The Garden is both an urban sanctuary and a beautiful outdoor event space. Providing more than a botanical backdrop for your special day. The Waterside Garden is a beautiful blank canvas which can be easily transformed to suit your creative vision and provide a truly magical outdoor setting for your special day.
Stunning space for onsite wedding ceremonies & cocktail hour
Outdoor, lush garden setting
Water views of Orakei Lagoon
Direct access to private indoor space for your post-ceremony celebration
Theatre
80
Cocktail
160
Ceremony
Friendly
Welcome
Area
The Loft
Flooded with natural light through large arched windows, the loft is a romantic space for wedding ceremonies. Beautifully styled The Loft provides an elegant backdrop for celebrating life's special moments with your closest family and friends. The idyllic space is the perfect venue for intimate celebrations.
Stunning arched windows
Natural light
High vaulted ceilings
Private entrance
Versatile space
Theatre
120
Seated
80
Cocktail
120
Ceremony
Friendly
Welcome
Area
Frame Bar
A space with seamless indoor-outdoor flow straight to the picturesque Waterside Garden.
It's the perfect setting for post-ceremony cocktails and canapés, where your guests can relax and mingle while you capture your special moments. As the evening unfolds, this versatile space effortlessly transforms into a lively dance floor—ideal for celebrating well into the night!
Direct access to the Waterside Garden
Cocktail
80
Welcome
Area
The Team
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Event Experiences Manager
From your initial enquiry to planning the details, Nicolle will work with you to ensure a seamless experience from start to finish.
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Venue Manager
Hannah ensures Orakei Bay is always presented at it’s best, ready for your event and oversees your experience on the day.
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Executive Chef
Nathan champions New Zealand’s local, seasonal ingredients and brings a unique blend of culinary creativity and nature-inspired passion to your menus.
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