Papa Hou

Christchurch · Canterbury

  • Commercial
  • Grand
  • Modern

Papa Hou is a commercial events venue in Christchurch City Centre with a stage-ready setup including a bar, lighting system, sound system, and projector. It caters to performances and accommodates large-scale events, with both in-house and bring-your-own catering options and alcohol permitted.

At a glance

White and grey multi-storey building with angular roofline, rust-patinated carved columns at entrance
Capacity
This venue accommodates grand gatherings, over 200 seated guests depending on layout.
Price tier
Commercial. A guide to typical pricing, not a quote.
Catering
Both
Alcohol
There is a bar on site. This is our best read of the venue's alcohol rules and can be out of date. Confirm with the venue.
Suited for
Performance
Facilities
Wi-Fi, Bar, Crockery, Whiteboard, Projector, Sound system, Lighting system

Where it is

4 Rolleston Avenue

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Bookable options

  • Papa Hou

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Vendors who serve this area

Florists, celebrants, hair & makeup, hire and more who serve Canterbury. Each links to their Drift profile.

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