Venue Type
Museum / Gallery
Stardome Observatory & Planetarium
Auckland, New Zealand
Stardome Observatory & Planetarium
Venue Type
Museum / Gallery
Stardome is Auckland's home of all things space, science and astronomy. Located in tranquil Maungakiekie One Tree Hill, it offers fully immersive indoor planetarium shows, year-round Māori astronomy shows, and vibrant, hands-on public galleries.
Number of spaces
3 event spaces
Capacity
Max Seated: 120
Max Standing: 120
Food & Beverage
Preferred catering available
Technology
In-house A/V
Spaces
About
Hire all or part of Stardome, including telescopes! Our space includes the immersive full-dome planetarium theatre, gallery and exhibits space, the Space Room, and the Matariki Room. Contact us to discuss your requirements and we can tailor the experience to suit. Stardome offers: -The Stardome planetarium cinema: a unique 75-seat cinema space with comfortable reclined seats and a giant 360-degree domed screen above. -Two function rooms (The Space Room and The Matariki Room), which can be configured as you choose. -An engaging gallery and exhibits area. -Evening courtyard telescope viewing (weather permitting).
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Details
Year Established
1967
Vibe
Eclectic
Capacity
Max Seated: 120
Max Standing: 120
Leadership
Women-Owned
Features
Catering Kitchen
Food & Beverage
Preferred catering available
We have some great recommendations for catering. Just let us know your requirements and we’ll put you in touch with our favourite caterers. There is access to a private kitchen suitable for external catering staff to use. Please note we are unable to serve alcohol on site at Stardome.
Technology
In-house A/V
Room hire includes all audio-visual equipment including data projector, large screen, WiFi, and TV.
Union Labor
Does not require union labor
Health & Safety
Staff is vaccinated against COVID-19
Transportation
Parking on premise
There is free parking outside Stardome or on Haydn Ave, off Manukau Road (a pathway connects Haydn Ave to Stardome). 90 minute parking is available in other areas of One Tree Hill Domain and Cornwall Park. If visiting in the evening, please be aware that the lower playground carpark (next to Manukau Road) is locked after 7pm. (The lower carpark and 90 minute parking areas are operated by Auckland Council, not Stardome).
Furniture
Furniture included
Tables and chairs
Availability
Stardome is a truly unique venue. We offer a range of spaces suitable for businesses, community groups, children's birthday parties and more. Choose a private room or hire our whole venue!
Guest Access
Full venue maximum capacity: 120 Birthday party maximum capacity: 40
Cleaning and Trash Removal
Removal of excess rubbish required when hiring Stardome's spaces.
Sustainability
Toitū net carbonzero certified.
Discounts for Nonprofits
Contact us for discounts for non-profit organisations
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