• The VENUE @ ZORB

    The VENUE @ ZORB

Make your next meeting, team-building day, or celebration unforgettable with stunning views, flexible indoor and outdoor spaces, and ZORB rides just a few steps away!

  • Purpose-built event space with unmatched views over Lake Rotorua.
  • Perfect for corporate meetings, team-building events, celebrations, and private functions.
  • Add ZORB rides for instant fun and unforgettable memories!
  • Flexible layers: workshops, presentations, breakouts, casual mingling.
  • Flexible hours: set schedules that work best for you and your team or party.
  • Easy access, free parking, and professional event support.

Types of events we host:


Corporate Events & Workshops

  • Half-day or full-day offsite sessions to fit your team’s schedule.
  • AV-ready space, breakout zones, catering options allow us to meet all of your team’s needs.
  • Add ZORB rides for mid-day energisers or end-of-day fun to keep things interesting or to have something to look forward to at the end of the day.
  • Free wi-fi to keep your team connected and enable online presentations or video calls.
  • Dedicated event coordinator to aid you with technical issues or special requests.

Team Building & Group Activities

  • ZORB ride packages available to warm your team up for the day or help them unwind.
  • Fully hosted team building challenges will give your group the opportunity to bond, laugh, and chat.
  • Our AV-ready space lets you connect your own device to run the event your way.

Private Functions & Celebrations

  • Enjoy gatherings with family and friends in the beautiful Rotorua countryside with stunning views of Lake Rotorua. Add ZORB ride packages on to your event to enhance the experience!
  • Celebrate special occasions like anniversaries or graduation with an unforgettable ZORB experience.
  • Put on a birthday party that your child will never forget with epic views, non-stop fun, and ZORB action that is sure to make their big day that much more special.

Schools & Youth Groups

  • Safe, fun, and structured activities keep your group engaged and interested.
  • Supervisions-friendly layout allows teachers and parents to keep everyone safe without worry.
  • Group and educational pricing available, just give us a call to set up your event!
  • ZORB | Rotorua | Crew Explaining School Kids What ZORB Is

    School & Education Groups

    ZORB is a popular destination for school groups and educational field trips when you are wondering what to see in Rotorua, offering study material for various types of projects that appeal to children of all ages.

    We are an active member of the Rotorua Education Network (REN) – a first-of-its-kind tourism collective solely dedicated to the education industry.

    We offer special packages, complimentary factory tours and education workshops for our visiting school groups

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    School & Education Groups
  • Conference, Team Building & Incentive Groups

    Whether you’re after interactive challenges or a relaxed function with a twist, ZORB has you covered. We tailor bespoke team-building programmes and corporate event experiences to suit your timeframe, group size, and goals. All activities are built around the laugh-out-loud fun of downhill ball rolling, creating a memorable day out that’s suitable for all ages and abilities. Combine your experience with access to The Venue @ ZORB, our on-site event space complete with bar, BBQ, and epic views, perfect for meetings, networking, or post-ZORB celebrations.

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    Conference, Team Building & Incentive Groups
  • The Venue @ZORB Rotorua

    Christmas & Team Functions at ZORB

    Book the team in for the easiest Christmas Function you’ve ever had to organise! Wrangle the troops (all ages welcome) and enjoy a relaxed and chilled end of year event, in our brand new group entertainment zone – The VENUE. Complete with a permanent marquee, shipping container bar, wood fire pizza oven/bbq, deck and indoor/outdoor flow this is an on trend event space.

    Choose from options that include activities or just go for the dinner & drinks option, daytime or night time, we’ve got you covered.

    Tailor made packages are available on request,  let us know what you need and we can put a package together for you, or take the stress out of it all and choose from one of the options we’ve designed.

     

    Christmas & Team Functions at ZORB

The Venue @ ZORB Features & Facilities


Flexible Indoor & Outdoor Spaces

  • Covered, weatherproof event area
  • Open-air deck with panoramic views
  • Flexible seating layouts including theatre, workshop, and casual lounge

Team Building & Group Activities

  • ZORB ride packages available to warm your team up for the day or help them unwind.
  • Fully hosted team building challenges will give your group the opportunity to bond, laugh, and chat.
  • Our AV-ready space lets you connect your own device to run the event your way.

AV Setup

  • Large display screen for presentations and video
  • Wireless microphones
  • Professional sound system
  • WiFi access
  • Easy plug-and-play for laptops and tablets

Comfort & Convenience

  • Heating for cooler days, open air venue for warmer days
  • Drop-down clear walls for all-weather protection
  • Onsite toilets
  • Free parking

Catering Options

  • Catering provided but the seasoned team at Terrace Catering
  • Professional pizza oven and indoor and outdoor dining areas

FAQs

How many people can The Venue @ ZORB host
The Venue @ ZORB can host up to 60 people in the marquee, but our outdoor space allows us to host up to 100 comfortably.

Do you operate events in bad weather?
Yes! The marquee allows us to host events even if the rain sets in or the wind picks up. Our event coordination staff will let you know if the weather gets too much for The Venue to operate in.

Can I bring my own food?
We have preferred suppliers for food. Please inquire with our event coordination team for full menus! We also have a wood-fire pizza oven and BBQ, which are available through our preferred vendors.

Do your require a deposit to book?
We require a 25% deposit in order to book and the remaining balance to be paid 3 days before the event date.

Are ZORB rides the only activity?
We offer plenty of dry activities that are focused on team building and engagement. We also offer some more casual options like Paddock Golf. You can ask our event coordination team for a full list of activities!

Can I add ZORB rides in for my group? 
Absolutely! Our event coordination staff can help you book your group’s ZORB rides so that you have allocated time slots.

Do we need to book ZORB rides separately?
You can book your event and ZORB rides at the same time to streamline the process. Just let our team know how many people want to participate so that we can allocate the correct number of slots.

Is alcohol allowed?
We’re a non-licenses vendor. However, bar service is available through our preferred suppliers.

What AV equipment is included?
We provide an 85″ TV, microphone, and PA system as well as connectors for all common laptops and tablets.

What theming and furniture is available?
We can provide rectangular tables and chairs that can seat six comfortably. We also have bar leaners and lounge chairs at the marquee.

Outdoor photograph of The VENUE @ ZORB.

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