Why hold an Event in Dunedin
Dunedin – Perfect for business events
Our compact and connected city, steeped in history but with youthful vibrance of a student city, is the ideal site for business events of all sizes. Boasting superb venues, numerous top-notch accommodation options, diverse hospitality providers, and a range of remarkable natural and cultural attractions, Dunedin delivers experiences you won’t find anywhere else.
In Dunedin, everything you need is on your doorstep, allowing delegates to experience the whole city as their venue.
Dunedin is home to a thriving economy, cutting edge industries and vibrant cultural and entertainment scenes. It is an educated, creative and innovative city, with a connected and supportive community who love welcoming business events that share and connect new thoughts, ground-breaking practices - and above all else, people.
Dunedin is a safe and eminently walkable city. With excellent conference venues, dining and accommodation all within a 10 – 15-minute walk of each other you can maximise event schedules. Offering 10 top-tier venues, over 1,600 hotel and motel bedrooms and a huge range of food and drink options, your delegates will be spoiled for choice.
Getting here is easy with direct flights to Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch, as well as connecting flights to other regional centres with Air New Zealand and Jetstar. From mid-2025, direct Dunedin-Gold Coast flights will further strengthen cross-Tasman connections.
Nestled within a wild and picturesque harbour with sweeping coastlines on every side, Dunedin is the wildlife and eco-tourism capital of New Zealand. It follows that our community is committed to environmental sustainability and there are a range of options available to minimize the environmental impact of your event.
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