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at smiths matakana

versatile spaces, unforgettable experiences

At Smiths Matakana, we know how to throw an unforgettable party! Nestled in the heart of Matakana Country Park and overlooking the horse arena, Smiths is your country escape just minutes from the city.

From birthdays and anniversaries to engagements and team celebrations, we’ve got the perfect space for any occasion. Our function catering covers all dietary needs, with lots of different and delicious options. Explore our versatile event spaces below – and yes, the entire venue can be yours for an exclusive celebration!

Keep in mind that we have live music across the week, which can add that extra special bit of atmosphere for your soiree!

Older man in blue shirt blowing out candles on a pink birthday cake with family and friends gathered around in a restaurant.
A woman wearing heart-shaped sunglasses and a floral headband is smiling at a party, holding a red drink with a straw. In the background, people wearing floral dresses and flower crowns are sitting at tables with pink gift bags, in a decorated outdoo
A group of people sitting at a long wooden table in a rustic outdoor patio, enjoying a meal and drinks, with a flat-screen TV on the wooden wall behind them.
Group of women celebrating a bachelorette party wearing heart-shaped sunglasses, with 'Bride to Be' sign in the background.
Group of people enjoying a meal and drinks at a long outdoor table under a covered patio.
A large group of people posing for a photo outside a rustic restaurant with wooden beams and colorful umbrellas. They range in age and are casually dressed. A boy is sitting at a table in the foreground, looking at an object in his hands.
A group of people sitting around a long wooden table in a colorful, decorated restaurant or cafe with umbrellas hanging from the ceiling and a neon pizza sign on the wall.
  • Outdoors cafe with wooden tables, benches, hanging plants, decorative surfboards, and a tropical theme.

    conservatory

    matakana’s largest outdoor deck. light & bright in the day. weatherproof & with heaters. dj booth & musicians deck built in. the perfect spot for a larger gathering with mixed seating. up to 75 guests.

  • The dining room at smiths can accomodate up to 25 for a private dinner.

    dining room

    cosy, intimate & a quieter space in smiths. opens out into the Garden Bar. both spaces combined can accomodate 55 guests. dining room up to 25 guests. perfect for smaller groups. seated only dining option.

  • Garden Bar with 4 long tables for 40 pax functions.

    garden bar

    Semi-private area with four high tables. sheltered with heaters for winter. cool & open in the summer. up to 40 guests. opens out into rock garden for bigger parties up to 70. flexible space for configuration and perfect for all event types.

  • Outdoor cafe seating area with wooden tables and benches under umbrellas, surrounded by tropical plants and a corrugated metal wall.

    rock garden

    perfect for more casual gatherings. mixed seating options. overlooking horse arena with a small grass area for kids play. up to 40 guests. all outdoors only.

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