Introduction

The Civic, built in 1929, is one of the few remaining atmospheric theatres in the world specifically designed as a 'movie palace' for talking pictures ('talkies'). The first purpose-built cinema of this type in the country, The Civic has become a much-loved Auckland landmark and entertainment venue.

The Civic Theatre underwent an extensive refit in the late 1990s and as a result the venue combines 1920's glamour with modern technology. 

All rooms within The Civic are unique and create a sense of atmosphere and occasion.

Additional elements such as the large Indian/North African-themed foyer, sweeping double staircases and extensive circulation space around the ornate bars make The Civic very well-suited for large events.

The Civic is a popular venue for gala dinners, cocktail parties, awards ceremonies and hostings.

Read more about our Booking Policy here.

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"I just wanted to say a very big THANK-YOU for your exceptional support and assistance for everything relating to our event at The Civic. As always, the team and delivery were exceptional, the venue exquisite and the feedback from our guests hugely positive. We are already looking forward to our next event."

Debbie Baird, Business & Regional Training Director, USANA Health Sciences (NZ) Corporation

Debbie Baird, Business & Regional Training Director, USANA Health Sciences (NZ) Corporation

Rooms

Capacities

Venue / room capacity
theatreTheatre
classroomClassroom
u-shapeU-Shape
cabaretCabaret
Banquet (dancefloor)Banquet
CocktailCocktail
boardroomBoardroom
The Civic
2378
292
28
256
320
525
24
Wintergarden
Size: 550m²
Ceiling height: 4m
theatreTheatre
428
classroomClassroom
292
u-shapeU-Shape
cabaretCabaret
256
Banquet (dancefloor)Banquet
320
CocktailCocktail
525
boardroomBoardroom
Size
550m²
Ceiling height
4m
Safari Room
Size: 160m²
Ceiling height: 2.75m
theatreTheatre
70
classroomClassroom
40
u-shapeU-Shape
28
cabaretCabaret
64
Banquet (dancefloor)Banquet
80
CocktailCocktail
80
boardroomBoardroom
24
Size
160m²
Ceiling height
2.75m
Taj Mahal Room
Size: 110m²
Ceiling height: 4m
theatreTheatre
63
classroomClassroom
40
u-shapeU-Shape
28
cabaretCabaret
40
Banquet (dancefloor)Banquet
50
CocktailCocktail
70
boardroomBoardroom
24
Size
110m²
Ceiling height
4m
Civic Theatre
Size: 1990m²
Ceiling height: 24m
theatreTheatre
2378
classroomClassroom
u-shapeU-Shape
cabaretCabaret
Banquet (dancefloor)Banquet
210
CocktailCocktail
300
boardroomBoardroom
Size
1990m²
Ceiling height
24m
theatreTheatre
classroomClassroom
u-shapeU-Shape
cabaretCabaret
Banquet (dancefloor)Banquet
210
CocktailCocktail
300
boardroomBoardroom
Size
Ceiling height

Location

Location

On the corner of Queen Street and 269-287 Wellesley Street West in Auckland’s City Centre, The Civic is located in the Aotea Arts Quarter. It is a 15-minute walk or a short bus ride from Britomart Transport Centre, or a 30-minute drive from the Auckland Airport.

 

Getting Here

Road Closures:

Auckland Transport is upgrading the bus stop facilities outside The Civic on Wellesley St from Queen St to Albert St and the road is closed to private motor vehicles including taxis and ride-share vehicles such as Uber from 7.00am to 7.00pm 7 days a week. The drop off location on Elliot St behind Smith and Caughey’s will remain available throughout the duration of the construction project. Auckland Transport has turned the section of Queen St both ways between Rutland and Wellesley Streets into an Essential Vehicle Area (EVA) and it is permanently closed to all private motor vehicles including taxis and ride-share vehicles such as Uber - view map

 

Plan your public transport journey here, and allow extra travel time for traffic delays due to the City Rail Link project. The Civic Car Park is the closest car park located off Mayoral Drive and Greys Avenue, where step-free mobility access is available. Check on City Centre car park availability using the AT real-time parking app

Parking Map

Accommodation

This venue is located in the Auckland City Centre and in close proximity to a large range of accommodation options including Grand Millennium, Heritage Auckland and CityLife Auckland.

Accommodation Map

Auckland Transport City Carpark Availability

Last updated at .... Please note: During peak times availability can change quickly, please allow plenty of time to find a carpark.
For all public transport and carparking information, please visit Auckland Transport.