Group of women posing together, including a woman wearing a "Bride to Be" sash, likely at a bachelorette party. Overlay text promotes free venue hire at "smiths." at Matakana Country Park, suggesting booking the Garden Bar for party events with some free exclusive use.

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versatile spaces, unforgettable experiences

At Smiths Matakana, we know how to throw an unforgettable party! Nestled in the heart of Matakana Country Park and overlooking the horse arena, Smiths is your country escape just minutes from the city.

From birthdays and anniversaries to engagements and team gatherings, we’ve got the perfect space for any occasion. Our function catering covers all dietary needs, with lots of different and delicious options. Explore our versatile event spaces below – and yes, the entire venue can be yours for an exclusive celebration!

Keep in mind that we have live music 5 nights a week, which can add that extra special bit of atmosphere for your soiree!

The Garden Bar tables at Smiths restaurant overlooking horse arena.
The outdoor Rock Garden at Smiths with the horse arena in the background.
Heineken beers poured and on the bar at smiths matakana.
Smiths busy during eveninig service. People enjoying dining and drinks.
The Conservatory area at smiths during the daytime light and bright.
People socializing at a warmly lit bar with wooden furniture, chandeliers, and plants.
Battered fish taco platters for private functions at smiths matakana.
Diners in the Garden Bar enjoying dinner and sports on the big screens.
Outdoor cafe seating area with wooden tables and benches, large umbrellas, surrounded by tropical plants and red corrugated metal walls.
Group of women celebrating a bachelorette party wearing heart-shaped sunglasses, with 'Bride to Be' sign in the background.
View of the Conservatory at smiths matakana with the DJ booth.
Server holding plates of food including fries, seafood, and sauces in a restaurant setting.
Group of people dining at a restaurant table with pizza, salad, and drinks, surrounded by warm lighting and decorative foliage.
Older man in blue shirt blowing out candles on a pink birthday cake with family and friends gathered around in a restaurant.
A large group of people posing for a photo outside a rustic restaurant with wooden beams and colorful umbrellas. They range in age and are casually dressed. A boy is sitting at a table in the foreground, looking at an object in his hands.
Group of people enjoying a meal and drinks at a long outdoor table under a covered patio.
  • Outdoors cafe with wooden tables, benches, hanging plants, decorative surfboards, and a tropical theme.

    conservatory

    matakana’s largest outdoor deck. light & bright in the day. weatherproof & with heaters. dj booth & musicians deck built in. the perfect spot for a larger gathering with mixed seating. up to 75 guests.

  • The dining room at smiths can accomodate up to 25 for a private dinner.

    dining room

    cosy, intimate & a quieter space in smiths. opens out into the Garden Bar. both spaces combined can accomodate 55 guests. dining room up to 25 guests. perfect for smaller groups. seated only dining option.

  • Garden Bar with 4 long tables for 40 pax functions.

    garden bar

    Semi-private area with four high tables. sheltered with heaters for winter. cool & open in the summer. up to 40 guests. opens out into rock garden for bigger parties up to 70. flexible space for configuration and perfect for all event types.

  • Outdoor cafe seating area with wooden tables and benches under umbrellas, surrounded by tropical plants and a corrugated metal wall.

    rock garden

    perfect for more casual gatherings. mixed seating options. overlooking horse arena with a small grass area for kids play. up to 40 guests. all outdoors only.

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