Host and exceptional event
The Turner Centre located is in the heart of Kerikeri and is made up of multiple unique spaces to cater for smaller and larger events. With ample car parking for easy access, custom catering and spacious rooms that can meet social distancing requirements – let us help make your next event an extraordinary experience.
Whether you are holding a conference, seminar, exhibition, board meeting, performance, presentation, birthday party or gala dinner – we have a space to suit your needs.
You can click on to each space below for further details, as well as technical specifications and floor layouts.
The spaces
John Dalton Auditorium
The crown jewel of the Turner Centre, with easy access to the Theatre Bar next door. Perfect for all types of performances and meetings. Many international, national and local theatre groups use this space.
• Up to 408 people
• Counterweight Fly system
• House Audio/Lighting System
Plaza
The Plaza is ideal for band performances, prize givings, road shows and conferences. When combined with the Event Centre, the space can fit over 970 people. Unloading gear is a breeze with truck access.
• Up to 970 people
• House Line array sound system
• House Lighting System
Plaza Meeting Room
This spacious meeting room is bookable for either half a day or a full day. It is designed for team meetings and training sessions, but can also be used as a breakout space for larger meetings when booking the Plaza.
• Maximum capacity 12
• Boardroom capacity 8
• Kitchenette
• Heat pump and wifi
Event Centre
This space is perfect for meetings, dinners, balls, auctions, and any other type of event you can think of. This space boasts flexibility, with the adjoining commercial kitchen and bar and built-in presentation facilities.
• Up to 970 people
• Inbuilt ceiling speaker system
• Adjoining commercial kitchen
Theatre Bar
A licensed bar, beautiful outdoor terrace and art exhibitions on regular display. This is the perfect space for presentations, live music, meetings, art exhibition openings and birthday parties.
• Up to 150 people
• Licensed bar
• North facing terrace