Scottish Hall
The Scottish Hall is a cherished venue situated in the heart of Invercargill.
Designed by Invercargill architects Edward Haining Smith and Russell Rice, it was built in 1957 as a memorial to the pioneering Scottish settlers in Invercargill and wider Southland.
Today, the iconic venue is community owned and operated by the Invercargill City Council and is available for hire for your next community event, party, wedding, live show, training, or team meeting.
The Hall offers a flexible space and offers self-catering facilities, making it a uniquely versatile option for your next event.
Facilities
This venue is decorated to reflect its rich Scottish heritage, providing an authentic and sophisticated ambiance for any occasion.
It features:
- A spacious hall with a stage, ideal for performances or presentations, seating up to 200 people.
- A welcoming Community Lounge, perfect for seating groups of 30-50 people.
- A fully equipped kitchen
- Equipped bar area
- Tables and chairs (please enquire about configuration and set up options)
While alcohol, cooking utensils, plates, cups, cutlery, glassware or sound, lighting and audio equipment are not supplied by us at The Scottish Hall, we can connect you with reputable providers.
Location
Postal address:
Venues and Event Services
Invercargill City Council
Private Bag 90104
Invercargill
Accessibility
Access to The Scottish Hall is via the front stairs; side access with steps to the left of the building; and mobility access is located on the left side at the rear of the building going in at ground level.
Parking
Adjacent to The Scottish Hall is a large Council-owned public car park at 108 Esk Street:
Alcohol policy
Any sale of alcohol requires a special liquor licence. For more information, refer to Alcohol licensing.
The Scottish Hall is within the Invercargill City Council liquor ban area, prohibiting alcohol consumption outside the venue.
112 Esk St, Invercargill 9810, New Zealand
