Host an exceptional experience!
The Turner Centre is made up of five unique spaces to cater for smaller and larger events. All designed to accommodate each and every type of event. Whether you are holding a conference, seminar, exhibition, performance, presentation, board meeting, 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.
What people are saying
On behalf of the Rotary Club of Kerikeri I want to thank you and your staff for the use of The Centre for the Rotary Youth Driver Awareness programme in March. The Centre proved to be a very suitable venue and the day was a great success…
On behalf of us all at Kerikeri High School who were involved in Nga Manu Korero I write to express our thanks and to acknowledge your excellent leadership. Your expertise, positivity and professionalism and being so regularly available at short notice was deeply appreciated. We would also like to express our thanks to the volunteers at The Centre who were always friendly, professional and willing to help…
I would like to endorse appreciation from the Bay of Islands Festival Trust with a personal, wholehearted thank you for your commitment and contribution to the success of the 2006 [Bay of Islands Arts] Festival. Without your professionalism, attention to detail, willingness to find solutions and great communication and operation skills supporting the fabulous facilities available at The Centre, the Festival would not have been possible…
The spaces
John Dalton Auditorium
The crown jewel of the Turner Centre, with easy access to the New World Theatre Bar next door. Perfect for all types of performances and meetings. Many (inter)national and community theatre groups have used 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
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
New World 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
Boardroom
This intimate room is located on the second floor, behind the gallery in the Auditorium. Ideal for board meetings, one-on-one coaching and VIP session.
Up to 15 people
Board meetings
Natural day light