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Welcome to the ChristchurchNZ Convention Bureau venues and event services search tool. Here you can find venues, accommodation, caterers, transport, activities and more - all you need to host your next event in Canterbury. Our vibrant, picturesque region offers world-class meeting facilities and unique venues. We have a wide range of experienced and talented professionals in Christchurch and Canterbury who are ready to assist with any event, with options to meet all budgets and event sizes.

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   Conference Innovators

   The Conference Innovators team is extraordinary in the skills and experience of each member and in the lengths they go to ensure your conference or event is successful.

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   Distinction Hotel Christchurch

   The newly renovated Distinction Christchurch Hotel is an urban escape combining sophisticated smarts and familiar warmth, whilst standing proud amongst the buzz of the rejuvenation of Cathedral Square.

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   Air Force Museum of New Zealand

   Air Force Museum is a unique and awe-inspiring meeting, conference and incentive venue as well as an award-winning visitor attraction.

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   Chateau on the Park - Christchurch, a DoubleTree by Hilton

   Overlooking magnificent Hagley Park, and just minutes from the city centre, The Chateau on the Park offers self-contained conference facilities comprised of 6 unique venues, outdoor break-out areas, comfortable accommodation, and plenty of off-street parking.

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   Commodore Hotel

   The Commodore Hotel is located only minutes from Christchurch International Airport and is serviced by a complimentary shuttle (24 hours). It provides full conference facilities including catering and accommodation.

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   Continental Event Catering

   Continental Event Catering and Event Hire has 50 years' experience catering for events, corporate functions, weddings, conferences, galas, festivals, personal celebrations and special occasions. Today, Continental operates throughout the South Island, serving innovative cuisine and supplying quality marquees and equipment.

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   Continental Marquees

   Continental Event Hire & Catering have 50 years' experience catering for events, corporate functions, weddings, conferences, galas, festivals, personal celebrations and special occasions. Today, Continental operates throughout the South Island, serving innovative cuisine in both traditional and contemporary styles.

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   Crowne Plaza Christchurch

   Crowne Plaza Christchurch combines what’s really important for your next conference, meeting or event – comfort, style, technology and service, where you feel the peace of mind that every aspect is taken care of.

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   Heritage Hanmer Springs

   Heritage Hanmer Springs is a historic landmark building set among landscaped grounds in an alpine spa town just 90 minutes from Christchurch.

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    Moveable Feasts & Stu’s Smokin Barbeque

    Moveable Feasts is one of Christchurch's leading catering and event management companies. They are specialist location and event caterers, with over 30 years expertise organising outstanding events.

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    Quality Hotel Elms

    One stop shop for conferencing with fully inclusive packages. Quality Hotel Elms offers complimentary, unlimited ultra fast Wi-Fi. To compliment the conference facilities, Quality Hotel Elms offers 96 Superior rooms over four levels of accommodation.

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    Rydges Latimer Christchurch

    Rydges Latimer is one of Christchurch's newest hotel and conference venues. Seat up to 500 guests theatre style or 320 guests for dinner, with 138 accommodation rooms and complimentary parking on site. Due to open 1 November 2013, Rydges Latimer welcomes enquiries.

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    Sudima Christchurch Airport Hotel

    Enjoy a stay at the closest hotel to Christchurch International Airport. The Sudima Christchurch Airport has 241 comfortable rooms, including 2 Executive Suites and 18 Junior Suites. With 9 versatile conference rooms the Sudima can accommodate up to 300 delegates.

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    Terrace Downs

    With deluxe 1-4 bedroom accommodation, award winning cuisine together with a selection of resort-operated leisure and adventure activities, Terrace Downs makes for an exciting and memorable all-seasons leisure, conference, incentive, wedding and honeymoon destination.

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    The Classic Villa

    A Qualmark 5 star rated boutique hotel, The Classic Villa offers a home away from home for international and business travellers. Specialising in small functions, meetings and weddings, catering up to 30 people.

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    The George

    The George is a luxury boutique hotel offering 53 quiet, stylish rooms, 2 restaurants and 5 conference venues along with free car parking. Located in the heart of Christchurch overlooking the picturesque Hagley Park and river Avon you will find peaceful accommodation just steps from key Christchurch attractions.

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    360 Degree Events

    360 Degree Events are industry experts in the planning and delivery of special events such as welcome functions, conference dinners, awards ceremonies, VIP and sponsor functions, exhibition activations, tours and partner programs. Their corporate hosting concepts and destination management knowledge offer clients an unmatched opportunity to create lasting impressions.

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    Alpine Jet Thrills

    For Christchurch and Canterbury jet boating, look no further than Alpine Jet Thrills, which operates it’s fun and exciting jet boat rides on the Waimakariri River, from two different departure points.

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    Avenues Event Management

    Avenues has over 27 years experience managing events of any size and capacity. From intimate dinners to festivals for over 10,000 people their team can do it all.

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    Ballooning Canterbury

    Escape to a world of peace and tranquility. Hot Air Ballooning is a magical experience and a flight with Ballooning Canterbury offers panoramic views across the fertile Canterbury Plains to the Southern Alps.

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    Black Cat Cruises

    Black Cat’s Charter Cruises makes it possible for function and event organisers to create a dramatically different event.

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    Bloody Mary's Bar-Lounge-Grill

    Step inside Christchurch’s number one steakhouse experience. Centrally located and with two private dining rooms, bar, brasserie, and restaurant they have the perfect space for your next event!

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    BreakFree on Cashel

    BreakFree on Cashel is modern, fashionable, with urban style, the hotel features leading technology with digital channels, wireless internet access, and funky lights that change colour in the guest bathrooms. A room type for everyone's budget.

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    Christchurch Attractions

    Christchurch Attractions has all the best activities the city has to offer. No matter how big or small your event is, they have an attraction for you! From heritage tram to a restaurant only accessible by gondola, they will look after your needs!

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    Christchurch Entertainment Bureau

    Christchurch's leading supplier of quality events and corporate entertainment. CEB is home to some of the most exciting acts and performers in New Zealand.

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    Collective Concepts Event Management

    Collective Concepts Event Planners provide professional conference and event management, offering an exceptional tailored service to their clients, underpinned by an uncompromising adherence to professional standards.

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    College House

    Located in elegant grounds on Waimairi Road, less than 10 minutes’ drive from Christchurch airport, College House is an ideal venue for conferences, workshops, weddings and special events.

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    Composition Ltd

    Organising a conference shouldn’t be a daunting experience. Composition can help; you are in the right place.

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    Corporate Cabs Ltd

    Corporate Cabs provides Taxi and Limousine Services for Conferences and Events in Christchurch and wider Canterbury areas

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    ESP Ventures - Business Events

    ESP manages full service business events and premium incentive travel programmes, with incomparable creativity, flexibility and commitment to deliver results.

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    Event Professionals Planners & Designers

    Event Professionals offers 29 years of experience in a wide variety of services throughout various stages of planning and executing an event.

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    Eventionz

    Eventionz is one of New Zealand's foremost DMC's delivering extraordinary experiences.

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    Exhibition Hire Services

    Exhibition Hire Services strives to provide effective solutions for all your display needs - from a small 1.8m x 3m booth design to an entire show, trade show or conference, including walling, carpet, lighting and power, graphics and hire furniture.

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    Garden City Helicopters

    Join one of New Zealand's most experienced helicopter operators on an adventure of a lifetime to discover the very best that Christchurch and Canterbury has to offer.

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    Hackthorne Gardens Luxury Accommodation

    Originally constructed in 1928 – Hackthorne Gardens has recently been extensively renovated and restored. This luxury hotel offers five star accommodation and exceptional dining with magnificent views over Christchurch City.

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    Hanmer Adventure Centre

    Hanmer Adventure Centre is the place to come to experience a range of adventure activities during all seasons of the year. Located in the heart of Hanmer Springs, you'll find plenty to do outdoors, from soft adventure to adrenalin pumping action.

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    Hanmer Springs Attractions

    Many adventures - one location. This is the ideal place to enjoy the adventure that New Zealand is famous for, all in the special natural environment of Hanmer Springs, just 90 minutes north of Christchurch.

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    Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools & Spa

    Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools & Spa is the natural place to unwind. Nestled in New Zealand's magnificent South Island high country, the Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools & Spa have for the past 125 years, attracted visitors seeking the benefits of its natural mineral waters and clean, clear alpine air.

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    Harding Consultants

    Harding Consultants create and stage events that are impossible to forget. From 10 to 700 delegates the team at Harding Consultants offer you access to an enormous pool of skilled and talented professionals.

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    Hassle-free Tours

    At Hassle-free Tours their friendly team aim to deliver exceptional service and give guests memorable experiences that last a life-time. They can provide transfers or tours in unique vehicles.

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    Hassle-free Tours Transport

    Let Hassle-free Tours help you create the “WOW” factor for your next conference or event in Christchurch. They provide transport, transfers and tours in unique vehicles.

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    Heartland Hotel Cotswold

    Located on the edge of the CBD, it's an easy stroll to boutique retail stores or beautiful Hagley Park. The distinctive Tudor-style architecture of the Heartland Hotel Cotswold reflects Christchurch's image as the most English of cities outside England. This classic charm is carried throughout the hotel with understated style.

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    HOT Events

    New Zealand's most comprehensive sport, conference and incentive event management company. Want to develop an inspirational conference, travel to see a major sporting event or give your clients a trip to remember? Then HOT Events can provide you with everything you need.

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    International Antarctic Centre

    Embark on a journey through Antarctica without leaving Christchurch. One of New Zealand's best tourist attractions, the International Antarctic Centre provides visitors of all ages with an interactive, fun and exciting experience of Antarctica.

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    Isobel’s Restaurant and Bar

    Enjoy city-quality dining in stunning alpine surrounds at Isobel’s Restaurant, a Hanmer Springs restaurant and bar popular with locals and guests alike.

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    Kaikoura Express & Akaroa Shuttle

    Red Travel operates daily services to Kaikoura and Akaroa including add on tour packages to see whales, dolphins, seals and more!

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    Kim Chan Events

    Kim Chan Events are Christchurch’s leading event stylists and florists with over 2 decades of experience in delivering outstanding atmospheres for conferences, corporate functions, Gala dinners, exhibitions, fundraisers, awards presentations & weddings.

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    KiwiRail Scenic Journeys

    Travelling around Canterbury by train means seeing it all! From snow-capped mountains and rugged coastlines, to ancient forests and clean green farmland - come and experience some of the world's most unique and beautiful landscapes unseen by road.

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    Lincoln University Conference and Event Management

    With over 20 years proven expertise, the Lincoln University Conference and Event Management team knows what it takes to deliver: and they are passionate about what they do and how they do it.

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    Market Place Restaurant & Bar

    Inspired by local history, Market Place Restaurant & Bar takes its name from the city’s pioneer era – paying homage to the original centre of Christchurch, boasting the same name located just metres away in Victoria Square.

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    Montrose Estate

    Montrose Estate is a stunning 260 hectare private estate situated in the Canterbury high country, one hours drive south of Christchurch.

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    Multi-Media Systems Ltd

    Multi-Media Systems has been in the audio visual industry since 1974. Starting as a one man hire and repair workshop by Bong Wong. The business has grown into a fully integrated staging and production company with over 30 years experience.

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    Novotel Christchurch

    Located in the heart of the garden city, Novotel Christchurch features 154 rooms, 6 conference rooms, 120 seat restaurant and bar, fitness centre, 24 hour concierge, reception and room service.

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    Novotel Christchurch Airport

    Opening November 2019 Land in 4-star-plus comfort at the Novotel Christchurch Airport hotel, conveniently located outside the international and domestic terminals.

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    Patricia Proctor Design

    As a Floral Designer and Theme Specialist with many years' experience in designing customised theme concepts for a myriad of events, Patricia can create a unique ambience to make your conference or event truly memorable.

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    Pavilions Hotel

    This 4-star Qualmark rated hotel has 85 spacious rooms to choose from with prices ranging from $140 to $280 per night. Accommodation ranges from studio and executive spa studios to 1 and 2 bedroom deluxe rooms and family units.

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    Peek Exhibition

    Peek Exhibition is one of the leading exhibition and display companies in New Zealand. Still family owned and operated, Peek Exhibition was first established in 1927.

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    Peppers Bluewater Resort

    Set near the shores of Lake Tekapo and surrounded by the spectacular landscapes of New Zealand's Southern Alps, Peppers Bluewater Resort offers conferencing facilities and accommodation just 3 hours' drive from both Christchurch and Queenstown.

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    Peppers Clearwater Resort

    Experience the stunning Peppers Clearwater Resort next to the crystal blue waters of Lake Kaikainui and overlooking the New Zealand PGA Clearwater golf course - you won't find a more spectacular setting and it's just 15 minutes from Christchurch City centre.

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    Pescatore

    Christchurch's original seafood experience. Pescatore continues to earn its position as one of New Zealand's best contemporary dining experiences. The space is luxurious and modern, offering a minimalist approach to formal dining that is thoughtfully comfortable and uncluttered.

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    Red Travel

    Red Travel is a division of Christchurch’s iconic urban Red Bus Services. Red Travel specializes in all your transportation requirements from sporting events, conferences, weddings, tours, corporate and much more!

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    Rendezvous Hotel

    Rendezvous Hotel Christchurch is just one block from Cathedral Square in the heart of the city.

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    ScenicNZ

    ScenicNZ provide transport services to where you want to be, in armchair comfort, so you arrive refreshed and ready to do exactly what you want to do.

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    Shipleys Audiovisual

    The largest and most comprehensive audiovisual facility in the South Island of New Zealand, providing services around the Pacific.

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    Strawberry Sound

    Strawberry Sound started in 1985 as a small recording studio and equipment rental company, and has grown into one of the most comprehensive production companies in the South Island.

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    Sudima Christchurch City

    Set to open on 1 June 2019, Sudima Christchurch City is a brand new 5-star boutique hotel that offers luxurious accommodation, a vibrant restaurant & bar and international spa.

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    The Birdwood Eatery & Pizzeria

    The Birdwood sits at the foot of Christchurch's Cashmere Hills. The Eatery and Pizzeria are spaces for people to come together and share their delicious menus featuring local, seasonal food.

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    The Conference Company

    No matter what your event, The Conference Company will ensure it is flawlessly delivered, with the warmth, flair and unfailing attention to detail that will make it a truly exceptional experience.

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    The event Boutique

    The event Boutique is a full service event design and styling company who specialise in producing innovative and creative high quality events, for clients wanting to celebrate in style!

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    The Hermitage Hotel

    In the heart of the majestic Mackenzie District, in the valley beneath Aoraki / Mount Cook, The Hermitage offers a complete year-round alpine holiday experience.

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    Theme Productions

    Theme Pro is about event production. They develop ideas from initial concept right through to setup on the day.

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    UCA Village

    Affordable accommodation with great meeting facilities for conferences and groups in Christchurch on the University of Canterbury campus. They have availability year round as well as in the summer.

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    URBANZ Accommodation Christchurch

    Urbanz Accommodation Christchurch is a new hostel style workers accommodation centre located on Manchester Street, right in the heart of Christchurch. Urbanz Accommodation is tailored for those working in and around the Christchurch earthquake rebuild projects and includes meals, a bar, secure lockers, laundry services and much more.

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    Victoria Food Service

    Victoria Food Service gives you more than a catered event - they give you an experience.

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