Enclosed Gardens will be closed from 4.00pm Tuesday 24 December. Last entry 3.30pm.

Enclosed Gardens and Gallagher Visitor Centre will be closed on Wednesday 25 December. Reopening at 10am Thursday 26 December.
Outer areas including Rogers' Rose Garden, Turtle Lake, Rhododendron Lawn and the Children's Playground remain open.

Imagine cocktails in the Modernist Garden or canapés in the Italian Renaissance Garden, there is an option for every occasion at Hamilton Gardens.

Transport your guests to a different world, with just a few footsteps. Our themed gardens are available for your special occasion such as pre-dinner drinks, afternoon teas, lunches or dinners.

You're only limited by your imagination of what's possible in the Enclosed Gardens at Hamilton Gardens. 

Summerhouse Venue Hire

The Summerhouse at Hamilton Gardens is positioned next to the Ancient Egyptian Garden and overlooks the Mansfield Garden Tennis Court. The Summerhouse is a covered, hireable space situated amongst the enclosed gardens - an ideal setting for an intimate event in an outdoor environment.

Standing capacity

50

people

Theatre capacity

26

people

Banquet capacity

24

people

Event Hire Options

Open Use

  • Your chosen Outer Garden is reserved for your event. Public are still able to access the area.

Exclusive Use

  • Enclosed Garden of your choice is closed to the public for your exclusive use.

Evening Use

  • After-hours access and use of the Enclosed Gardens.
  • Pricing and quote available on request, contact us to discuss your requirements.
The Maaori Strategy Launch held at Hamilton Gardens in Feb 2021

General Information about Hosting an Event in the Enclosed Gardens

  • Chairs and tables available (additional costs apply).
  • Hire cost includes guests’ entry to the Enclosed Gardens.
  • After-hours prices available on demand.
  • All catering and alcohol must be booked through one of our preferred caterers. Please get in touch with our team to discuss available catering options.
Sun umbrellas set up in the Surrealist Garden at Hamilton Gardens