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Types of rooms available at Wellington Convention Centre

Michael Fowler Centre - Auditorium

Finished throughout with native timbers, the two levels offer clear views of the stage from every seat. Its unique interior reflects sound evenly throughout the auditorium. More than 1,036 seats can easily be fitted with classroom tablets in the stalls to turn the hall into a major plenary venue.

Floor area: 1,504m²

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Seating layouts	Capacities
Banquet	120
Classroom	1035
Cocktail	180
Theatre	2210

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Michael Fowler Centre - Renouf Foyer

Situated on the first floor of the Michael Fowler Centre, this is the Wellington Convention Centre's most versatile space. It can be sealed off from the adjacent foyers or left open for catered events and gatherings of up to 500 people, or split into two separate sound-proofed rooms for up to 200 people each.

Floor area: 450m²

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Seating layouts	Capacities
Banquet	300
Classroom	180
Cocktail	500
Exhibition Space	30 booths at 3m x 1.8m
Theatre	400
U-shaped	80

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Michael Fowler Centre - Renouf Foyer 1

The high ceilings of this venue make it a great venue for trade displays, product launches and large cocktail parties, and there is plenty of natural light from the floor to ceiling windows.

Floor area: 225m²

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Seating layouts	Capacities
Banquet	180
Classroom	75
Cocktail	250
Exhibition Space	15 booths at 3m x 1.8m
Theatre	200
U-shaped	40

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Michael Fowler Centre - Renouf Foyer 2

The high ceilings of this venue make it a great venue for trade displays, product launches and large cocktail parties, and there is plenty of natural light from the floor to ceiling windows.

Floor area: 225m²

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Seating layouts	Capacities
Banquet	180
Classroom	75
Cocktail	250
Exhibition Space	15 booths at 3m x 1.8m
Theatre	200
U-shaped	40

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Michael Fowler Centre - Lion Harbour View Lounge

This popular venue is located on the second floor of the Michael Fowler Centre and has floor to ceiling windows which provide breathtaking views over Wellington’s harbour.

Floor area: 140m²

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Seating layouts	Capacities
Banquet	140
Classroom	70
Cocktail	180
Theatre	140
U-shaped	30

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Michael Fowler Centre - Frank Taplin Room

Curving around the northern end of the Michael Fowler Centre on the first floor, this is a small room with plenty of natural light.

Floor area: 144m²

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Seating layouts	Capacities
Banquet	60
Classroom	55
Cocktail	120
Theatre	80

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Michael Fowler Centre – Fay Richwhite VIP Lounge

This lounge with natural lighting is an intimate space ideal for use as a boardroom or for pre and post show hostings.

Floor area: 36m²

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Seating layouts	Capacities
Banquet	20
Cocktail	20
Theatre	20

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Michael Fowler Centre - Symphony Café

Floor area: 87m²

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Seating layouts	Capacities
Banquet	50
Cocktail	80

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Michael Fowler Centre - Fletcher Challenge Foyer

The Fletcher Challenge Foyer is the main entrance to the Michael Fowler Centre. Perfect for art and trade exhibitions, and as a registration area. This space also works well for cocktail functions where the full venue has been hired.

Floor area: 554m²

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Seating layouts	Capacities
Cocktail	450
Exhibition Space	39 art exhibitions

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Michael Fowler Centre - Lower Promenades

This curved space has a wonderful panoramic view over the harbour and Civic Square and provides an abundance of natural light through the Centre’s three level glass façade. Flexible enough to support hire of the Auditorium with exhibition displays, catering or breakout areas or event pre-function entertainment.

Floor area: 88m²

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Seating layouts	Capacities
Cocktail	300
Exhibition Space	12 booths at 3m x 1.8m

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Michael Fowler Centre - Upper Promenade

This curved space has a wonderful panoramic view over the harbour and Civic Square and provides an abundance of natural light through the Centre’s three level glass façade. Flexible enough to support hire of the Auditorium with catering or breakout areas or event pre-function entertainment.

Floor area: 54m²

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Seating layouts	Capacities
Cocktail	150

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Wellington Town Hall - Auditorium

The Auditorium comfortably seats up to 1,600 people over two levels in theatre style, however removable seating in the stalls level of the hall provides a flat floor area for dinners for up to 550 people; or for exhibition displays.

Floor area: 700m²

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Seating layouts	Capacities
Banquet	550
Classroom	375
Cocktail	1500
Exhibition Space	45 booths at 3m x 1.8m
Theatre	1609
U-shaped	84

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Wellington Town Hall - Ilott Theatre

As an intimate theatrette, fully equipped with presentation technology, this venue is ideal for conferencing, lectures and small concert events.

Floor area: 700m²

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Seating layouts	Capacities
Theatre	302

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Wellington Town Hall - Civic Suite 1

Separated by a sound-proof room divider from the Civic Suite 2, and with adjacent foyer for catering and registration, this conference room is perfect for small conferences and workshops.

Floor area: 102m²

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Seating layouts	Capacities
Banquet	60
Classroom	40
Cocktail	90
Exhibition Space	9 booths at 3m x 1.8m
Theatre	80
U-shaped	26

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Wellington Town Hall – Civic Suite 2

Separated by a sound-proof room divider from the Civic Suite 1, and with adjacent foyer for catering and registration, this conference room is perfect for small conferences and workshops.

Floor area: 103m²

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Seating layouts	Capacities
Banquet	60
Classroom	40
Cocktail	90
Exhibition Space	9 booths at 3m x 1.8m
Theatre	80
U-shaped	26

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Wellington Town Hall - Civic Suites 1 & 2

Located on the second floor of the Wellington Town Hall, the Civic Suite is a self contained suite of two rooms with high ceilings and natural light.

Floor area: 190m²

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Seating layouts	Capacities
Banquet	140
Classroom	85
Cocktail	180
Exhibition Space	16 booths at 3m x 1.8m
Theatre	180
U-shaped	50

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Wellington Town Hall - Civic Suite 3

This cosy venue is situated on the second floor of the Wellington Town Hall in a classical setting with high ceilings and natural light. Civic Suite 2 works well for small meetings, intimate cocktail functions or as a breakout space.

Floor area: 75m²

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Seating layouts	Capacities
Banquet	40
Classroom	36
Cocktail	50
Theatre	64
U-shaped	24

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Wellington Town Hall - Square Affair Suite 1

Located on the ground floor of the Wellington Town Hall, the Square Affair Suite has natural lighting and high ceilings. The attractive venue is divided into two spaces that complement each other – Square Affair 1 is ideal for registration and catering or as a small breakout area; while Square Affair 2 works well as the main space for the event.

Floor area: 47m²

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Seating layouts	Capacities
Banquet	30
Cocktail	50
Theatre	40
U-shaped	12

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Wellington Town Hall - Square Affair Suite 2

Located on the ground floor of the Wellington Town Hall, the Square Affair Suite has natural lighting and high ceilings. The attractive venue is divided into two spaces that complement each other – Square Affair 1 is ideal for registration and catering or as a small breakout area; while Square Affair 2 works well as the main space for the event.

Floor area: 82m²

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Seating layouts	Capacities
Banquet	60
Classroom	45
Cocktail	80
Theatre	80
U-shaped	24

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Wellington Town Hall - Green Room

With direct access out onto Civic Square and access to the adjacent Square Affair Suite, this space is also ideal for a breakout room, workshop space, backstage lounge or an intimate dinner venue.

Floor area: 70m²

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Seating layouts	Capacities
Banquet	50
Classroom	35
Cocktail	80
Theatre	70
U-shaped	20

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Wellington Town Hall - West Court

Located on the ground floor of the Wellington Town Hall, the West Court has direct access to Civic Square – making it an ideal area for pre-functions, hosting exhibitors or cocktail events.

Floor area: 200m²

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Seating layouts	Capacities
Banquet	120
Classroom	50
Cocktail	200
Exhibition Space	14 booths at 3m x 1.8m
Theatre	50

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Wellington Town Hall - West Gallery

Located on the first floor of the Wellington Town Hall, West Gallery features a high sloping glass ceiling which gives a conservatory like atmosphere with an external balcony overlooking Civic Square.

Floor area: 200m²

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Seating layouts	Capacities
Banquet	100
Classroom	50
Cocktail	180
Theatre	120