Venue hire

Venue hire

Looking for something different?

We have a variety of venue spaces for small to large groups. The grand Ian Wark Theatre is the centrepiece, with the other spaces, most with large windows, located on the building’s outer curve.

If you’re seeking an alternative to boxy and airless you’ll love our options. Need an outdoor breakout space or fresh air during lunch? Step outside and enjoy our attractive areas by the moat.

We host small private soirees to international business conferences and unforgettable family celebrations. Book just one space or take over the entire Shine Dome—it’s up to you.

 

  Theatre Cocktail Banquet Boardroom Cabaret U-Shape Square Classroom
Room
Ian Wark Theatre 250              
Jaeger Room  150 200 100 50 80 45 54 50
Becker Room       24        
Dorothy Hill Room 56 60 40 22 32 22 24 18
Fenner Room  30 20   10       12
Suzanne Cory Room       10        
Ian Potter House Ballroom 60 100 40 20 30     30

Check our venues

 

 

The Ian Potter House Ballroom is a versatile space, illuminated by natural light.

Ian Potter House Ballroom

The Ian Potter House Ballroom is a versatile space, illuminated by natural light.

100 people capacity las la-users dark-mint
Canberra
Old classic books sitting on a shelf

Dorothy Hill Room

The Dorothy Hill Room is a space that is easily transformed to the setup of your choice.

60 people capacity las la-users dark-mint
Canberra
Fenner Room is an intimate meeting room that can be set in various configurations based on requirements.

Fenner Room

The Fenner Room is an intimate meeting room that can be set in various configurations based on requirements.

30 people capacity las la-users dark-mint
Canberra
The Becker Room is a grand boardroom bathed in natural light and equipped with modern AV facilities.

Becker Room

The Becker Room is a grand boardroom bathed in natural light and equipped with modern AV facilities.

24 people capacity las la-users dark-mint
Canberra
Ian Wark Theatre: Our main auditorium, the Ian Wark Theatre, is located under the soaring apex of the dome.

Ian Wark Theatre

Our main auditorium, the Ian Wark Theatre, is located under the soaring apex of the dome.

250 people capacity las la-users dark-mint
Canberra
The Jaeger Room is a versatile space, bathed in natural light. The floor to ceiling windows overlook the dome's moat and the stunning Nishi Building nearby, and provide glimpses of Lake Burley Griffin.

Jaeger Room

The Jaeger Room is a versatile space, bathed in natural light.

200 people capacity las la-users dark-mint
Canberra
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Recent reviews

 

Check our most recent feedback. We also offer catering services and are happy to accommodate your requests. We would be honored to host your event and make it an unforgettable experience. Thank you for considering us


Many of our guests praised the exceptionally high standard of the catering — the range of dishes and their quality as well as the respect for allergies and intolerances. One guest said that this was the first event he’d ever attended where there was a choice of [delicious] gluten-free desserts

 

The layout of the room and the table decorations were magnificent

 

The building was a drawcard to many, including to an architect who had met Roy Grounds.

 

Thanks again Mark, the evening was just wonderful, and your food was amazing! I wouldn’t hesitate to hold my next event at The Shine Dome

 

Just a short note to thank you most sincerely for a lovely meeting. Everything went to clockwork and food was excellent