My favourite Auckland winter wedding venues
Auckland’s winter climate shouldn’t hold you back from planning your wedding from June to September. I know we all love sun and blue skies, but the cooler temperatures and earlier sunsets are totally worth the chance of rain.
Auckland has a whooole lot of venues perfectly suited to winter weddings, giving you the flexibility to enjoy a crisp winter day if the weather turns it on, or have a beautiful, sheltered indoor celebration in case the rain rolls in. The venues below are a few of my favourites, but certainly not an exhaustive list.
1. Glasshouse
Glasshouse Morningside is a unique winter wedding venue that effortlessly brings the lush greenery of the outdoors inside. With its modern design, abundant natural light, and vibrant foliage, it creates a fresh and inviting atmosphere perfect for a cozy, nature-inspired celebration.
2. Mantells Tamaki Drive
Mantells Tamaki Drive is a stunning winter wedding venue offering breathtaking ocean views and a warm, sophisticated interior, perfect for cozy celebrations. Its timeless elegance and exceptional service create an intimate atmosphere that ensures your special day is unforgettable, rain or shine.
3. Kauri Bay
Kauri Bay Boomrock is an exceptional winter wedding venue, boasting dramatic countryside views and a cozy, rustic charm that feels both luxurious and intimate. With its versatile indoor spaces and renowned hospitality, it provides the perfect setting for a magical celebration, no matter the weather.
4. Mantells Mount Eden
Mantells Mount Eden is a charming winter wedding venue, offering a Mediterranean-inspired courtyard and a cozy interior with timeless elegance – so whether indoors or outdoors, your ceremony is lashed with romantic euro vibes.
5. Mudbrick
Mudbrick is a breathtaking vineyard venue, set on Waiheke Island with stunning views of rolling vineyards and the sea, with Rangitoto and Auckland CBD silhouetted on the horizon. Its warm, elegant interiors and renowned fine dining create a cozy yet luxurious atmosphere for an unforgettable celebration.