Go extraordinary for your next big event. Here are a couple of Cityscape’s recommended off-the-beaten-path venues you might not know about, from the central city to North Canterbury.

Pegasus Bay Winery

The Donaldson family’s iconic Pegasus Bay Winery restaurant and breathtaking gardens are available to host private events for the first time in almost 20 years. This pioneering North Canterbury winery is widely regarded as one of the leading producers of fine wine in the region, turning out top drops with a truly distinctive house style. Pegasus Bay’s premium event space is perfect for picturesque weddings, milestone celebrations and corporate events.

pegasusbay.com

The Tack Rooms

This boutique accommodation and function space is a springboard for living it up in the heart of Christchurch. The Tack Rooms are just two rooms – former army barracks – beautifully presented and available for individual or joint use as an event venue. The creative minds behind the presentation have taken these buildings to new design heights with tasteful black-framed furniture set in elegant white rooms under airy gable ceilings. A curated selection of art hangs on the walls, and welcoming low couches make this a space you can really settle into.

tackrooms.co.nz

The Court Theatre

Bring an element of the theatrical to your event. When not being used for a live production, The Court Theatre is available to hire for group functions, ceremonies and events. There’s plenty of space and seating, and catering is available, making for unique events right in the middle of where the theatre’s productions happen.

courttheatre.org.nz

lighthouse brewing company

Could you organise a piss-up in a brewery? Well, yes, you probably could. Lighthouse Brewing Company’s central Christchurch tap room is an extension of the brewery itself – a space for the beer-lover’s function. When you’re standing at the bar, you’re looking straight into the space where the magic happens, with stainless steel tanks and cool room on display. The indoor and outdoor area is great for sports teams, notable birthdays or a summer brew and barbeque.

lighthousebrewery.co.nz

THREE BOYS BREWERY

Don’t choose between great brews and good vibes; Three Boys Brewery in Woolston has both, and the chintzy-cool front of house space is available to hire for events. There’s a lot to be fascinated by – the airy, comfy space sits in front of the brewing facilities, totally on display, and the ever-changing menu of small-batch brews keeps guests well-watered.

threeboysbrewery.co.nz