The Main Hall: Large Community Hall for Hire in Grey Lynn

A beautiful, spacious community hall for hire in the heart of Grey Lynn. With bamboo floors, excellent natural light, and easy indoor–outdoor flow to a sunny courtyard, this flexible venue works just as well for community gatherings as it does for celebrations, performances, and workshops.

Ideal for community groups, dance and fitness classes, weddings, presentations, film screenings, huis, training sessions, small concerts, and choir rehearsals.

Please note: the decking and playground areas are shared communal spaces and are not for exclusive use.

At a glance

• Capacity: Up to 200 people seated (theatre-style)

• Hall size: 16m x 9m

• Floors: Bamboo

• Access: Wheelchair accessible

• Noise cut-off: Amplified sound ends at 11pm

• Best suited for: Classes, events, performances, celebrations, meetings

What’s included in your hire

• 200 chairs

• Trestle tables (1.8m x 750mm)

• Wi-Fi

• Access to shared kitchen

• Multiple power points throughout the hall

• Heat pump and ceiling fans

• Access to decking and communal playground (non-exclusive)

Pricing (per hour)

• Weekday: $45

• Weekend: $68 (automatically applied)

• Public Holiday: $68 (applied after booking confirmation)

All bookings are time-inclusive. Please ensure your booking covers setup, pack-down, and cleaning, as the hall may be used directly before or after your event.

Bond

A $250 bond is required for all bookings and is held on your credit or debit card.

Once your event has concluded and the space has been checked, the bond release is initiated. The time it takes for funds to reappear in your account depends on your bank, with most banks releasing held funds within 3–10 working days. Bonds are rarely withheld and are only used if damage or additional cleaning is required.

Further details are available in the SpaceProtect section.

Kitchen & catering

The hall has access to a shared kitchen with a serving hatch into the hall. You’re welcome to self-cater or use external caterers.

Kitchen facilities include:

• Sink and water boiler

• Fridge

• Oven and stovetop

• Microwave

• Dishwasher

Other centre users may access the kitchen during your booking for tea and coffee. Please bring your own cutlery, crockery, glassware, and all cooking or serving equipment.

Alcohol

Alcohol may be served at your event. Professional cleaning is mandatory for all events serving alcohol.

If alcohol will be sold, a licence from Auckland Council is required. Special licences can take up to 25 days to process.

Presentations

If you require presentation equipment, please remember to add the commbox to your booking.

Decorations & parties

You’re welcome to decorate the hall to suit your event.

Please note:

• Pins, tape, or materials that may damage walls are not permitted

• Blu Tack is allowed

• All decorations, fixings, and ties must be removed by the end of your booking

• No confetti, rice, or party poppers in outdoor areas

The hall can accommodate a bouncy castle, and external event hire companies are welcome. All items brought into the venue must be removed by the end of your booking. Storage and setup outside booked times are not available.

21st birthday parties are permitted; however, security is required. We have a preferred supplier and will coordinate this with you at checkout.

Cleaning

The hall must be left in the same condition it was found. Cleaning tools are available on request.

If you’re unable to commit to this, please select the cleaning option at checkout. Cleaning is mandatory for events serving alcohol.

Music & sound

Live music, DJs, and amplified sound are welcome. The hall has excellent acoustics and power outlets for sound and lighting equipment.

• Amplified sound must finish by 11pm

• There is no in-house sound system — please bring your own PA if required

• Doors must remain closed when amplified sound is in use, as the centre is located in a residential neighbourhood

Location

Grey Lynn Community Centre is located on Richmond Road, surrounded by neighbourhood shops and some of Auckland’s best cafés. It’s an ideal spot for coffee breaks, lunch nearby, or post-event drinks.

Access & facilities

• Wheelchair-accessible hall and kitchen

• Accessible toilet on the ground floor

• On-site staff member to provide access

• Two accessible car parks

• Baby changing facilities

• Semi-private breastfeeding space