Function & Event Information
The Library has the ability to cater for any event. From intimate gatherings to larger corporate
events of up to 180 people, The Library has a space to suit you and your guests.
The venue is a combination of three unique spaces that can been reserved individually oraltogether. These three areas, there various capacities and details of each room
are explained below.
Here at The Library we realise every customer, client and function is unique and we are morethan happy to discuss any special requests you may have to ensue your event is a success.
If you would like to discuss a function or event booking with us
please email: functions@thelibrary.co.nz

Function & Event Information
The Lounge Bar (Main Room)This is the largest area within the venue and home to the bar itself, a communal couch area, several bar leaners, highgroup tables, smaller intimate tables and, a private booth. We are able to remove the couches to allow space for a bandto set up and add another layer of atmosphere and excitement. This room also has a drop down projector screen. TheLounge Bar are is perfect for larger functions, product launches and parties enabling guests plenty of room to move andmingle.
Please note: Booking this area is often restricted to full venue functions.

standing capacity 120

seated capacity 75

The Reading Room (Middle Room)The Reading Room is a seated area complete with many booth and a raised area with free moving furniture. This is awonderful space for smaller groups to enjoy some drinks and nibbles. Alternatively, it can be used to add additional
capacity for your event and provide an area for your guests to sit down, relax and unwind.

standing capacity 45

seated capacity 40

The Games Room (Private Room)The Games Room is the most private of all three rooms and is incredibly popular for smaller events. This space can beused for anything from birthday or other celebratory parties, presentations, product launches, product tastings, bookclubs and general meetings. The room comes complete with a drop down screen and a projector. There is a sliding door
that can be closed to give you and your guests an additional level of privacy. Yes, this is the room with the old claw
foot bath tub. We can fill this tub with ice and bottles of wine and beer etc for you to create a real ‘wow’ factor for yourguests on arrival.
Please note: This is our most popular function space and we suggest booking your event early
to avoid disappointment.

standing capacity 60

seated capacity 30

Function & Event Food, Drink & Entertainment
Food, Beverage and Entertainment Options
We offer an extensive range of food and beverage options.
Please click on the links below to view each current menu.

Catering Menu

Food Menu

Beverage Menu

Audio Visual Equipment
We have two drop down projector screens and one projector here at The Library.
We also work closely with AVS Audio, www.avservices.co.nz if you would like us toarrange alternative, additional or specific equipment.

EntertainmentWe have a fantastic variety of live musicians that regularly play here at The Library. We
are happy to organise any one of these bands or arrange for others to play at your event.
Although we play our own selection of music during our regular course of trade, we are
happy for you to have your own musical selections during your event. If you are after alternative entertainment options just let us know and we can discuss this with you.

Function & Event Pricing Information
The Library does not charge a venue hire. Rather, we prefer a minimum spend
arrangement. The minimum spend is based solely on the amount of revenue thespace you request would usually generate during the time you request. It follows
that the minimum spend is generally lower the earlier you wish
your event to start. The whole venue is available exclusively if desired.

Please contact us for an indication of ourminimum spends across the week.

Address: Upstairs, 53 Courtenay Place, Wellington
Email: functions@thelibrary.co.nz
Phone: 04 483 8593
www.thelibrary.co.nz