Air Force Museum

Air Force Museum has not been affected by earthquake damage and is open and operating daily as a Museum, and is available for functions, meetings and events.

The Café operates daily 9.00am - 5.00pm.

This distinctive, truly unique venue offers:

  • Different venue options catering for up to 650 seated for dining or 900 for cocktails.
  • The flexibility to host a diverse range of events - from spectacular themed gala dinners and weddings to small training seminars.
  • An exceptional, fully-themed backdrop.
  • Free on-site parking for 140 cars plus three coach parks.
  • Free entrance for all guests (attending organised events) to the Air Force Museum exhibits and displays - one of New Zealand's premier visitor attractions.
  • Just 15 minutes drive from the Christchurch city centre.

The Aircraft Hall

Ideal as a dinner venue, the impressive Aircraft Hall boasts twelve wonderfully restored aircraft that used to grace the skies over Christchurch - from a Canberra Bomber to a Harvard.

The Atrium

Ideal as a cocktail or dinner venue, the soaring Atrium features four generations of aircraft from a 1913 Bleriot to a more modern Skyhawk.  The Royal New Zealand Air Force Roll of Honour is complemented by the memorial stained glass windows which add a touch of serenity.

Museum Grounds

40 acre grassed area for marquees and a wide range of events as well as sport, recreation and team building activities.

Venue Capacity

Venue options Cocktails Seated Served
Atrium 500 guests 300 guests
Aircraft Hall 800 guests 600 guests

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The Museum

The Air Force Museum is a world-class attraction.  For full details on their exhibits refer to the website

Visit Air Force Museum website.

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