Te Pae Christchurch: A World-Class Convention Centre at the Heart of Ōtautahi

Te Pae Christchurch

A Landmark Venue for New Zealand Business Events

In the heart of Christchurch, Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre has established itself as one of New Zealand's leading destinations for conferences, conventions, exhibitions, meetings, banquets and major events.

Located on Oxford Terrace beside the Ōtākaro Avon River, Te Pae combines contemporary architecture, flexible event spaces and a strong sense of Canterbury identity. Its central location places delegates within easy walking distance of hotels, restaurants, retail, arts and entertainment, while Christchurch International Airport is approximately 15 kilometres away.

Te Pae was one of the exhibitors at MEETINGS 2026, where its team showcased Christchurch as a premier destination for conferences and business events. The venue was represented on stand 168 alongside other Christchurch and Canterbury operators.

Flexible Spaces for Events of Every Scale

Designed as Christchurch's gathering place, Te Pae offers an impressive range of spaces capable of hosting events from intimate meetings through to major international conferences.

The venue features 24 meeting rooms, a tiered auditorium seating up to 1,364 people, flexible exhibition facilities and a riverside banquet space overlooking the Ōtākaro Avon River. Its exhibition hall provides approximately 2,800 square metres of space and can be divided into separate areas to accommodate different event formats.

This flexibility allows organisers to bring conferences, trade exhibitions, keynote presentations, networking functions, gala dinners and entertainment together under one roof.

A Venue Designed Around the Delegate Experience

Te Pae Christchurch

Te Pae's location is one of its major advantages. Delegates can step outside the convention centre and explore central Christchurch, with accommodation, restaurants, cafés, galleries, shops and attractions nearby.

The venue also works closely with Christchurch and Canterbury suppliers to incorporate local cultural welcomes, experiences, entertainment, lighting, acoustic design and other services into events. This enables organisers to create programmes that showcase the destination rather than simply providing a place to meet.

Local Flavours and Modern Event Technology

Food is an important part of the Te Pae experience, with menus inspired by Canterbury produce and New Zealand ingredients. The venue also provides professional audiovisual and technology services, exhibition support and dedicated event planning assistance.

Its experienced events team can help with everything from initial planning and logistics through to security, crowd management and event delivery, giving organisers access to specialist knowledge throughout the planning process.

A Standout Christchurch Conference Venue

Te Pae Christchurch

Te Pae Christchurch is particularly well suited to organisers searching for a modern conference centre in Christchurch, a New Zealand convention venue, a large exhibition venue or a distinctive location for corporate events.

Its appearance at MEETINGS 2026 highlighted the venue's continuing role in New Zealand's business events sector. Te Pae was also recognised at the 2026 tradeshow with the Best Regional Stand award, adding another achievement to its growing profile.

For international delegates, Te Pae provides a convenient gateway to Christchurch and the wider South Island, combining sophisticated event infrastructure with opportunities to experience Canterbury's landscapes, food, culture and attractions.

Whether hosting an international congress, corporate conference, trade exhibition, gala dinner or business meeting, Te Pae Christchurch offers an impressive combination of scale, flexibility, location and local character.

Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre

Contact person: Gillian Officer, Director of Business Development
Phone: +64 27 222 9725
Email: gofficer@tepae.co.nz
General phone: +64 3 266 1400
General email: info@tepae.co.nz
Website: www.tepae.co.nz
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tepaechristchurch/
Address: 188 Oxford Terrace, Christchurch 8011, New Zealand

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