Frequently Asked Questions
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Vogelmorn Bowling Club
The Vogelmorn Bowling Club building holds an on-licence. Our bar, Vogelmorn Upstairs is open Thursday to Saturday, 3.00pm - 10.00pm. Vogelmorn Upstairs offers staffed packages for private functions, evening gigs, and events during on-licence hours.Vogelmorn Hall
Private event hire
If you want to consume alcohol at a private event, please contact us before booking. We'll carry out a risk assessment to decide whether the hall is suitable. As part of this process, we may ask you to provide a Host Responsibility Plan outlining how you'll keep guests safe and prevent intoxication.Public event hire
If you want to serve alcohol at a public event, please contact us before booking. We'll carry out a risk assessment to decide whether the hall is suitable. If your event is approved, you'll need to apply for a special licence from Wellington City Council. -
Vogelmorn operates adjacent to a residential zoned area. To respect our neighbours and comply with Wellington City Council noise rules, music and amplified sound must cease by 9.45pm.
All events must finish by 10:00pm sharp.People should leave quietly, and all pack-down, cleaning, and loading of equipment must be carried out with minimal noise. Shouting, slamming car doors, and noisy pack-down can easily exceed the night-time limits.
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Groups, Classes & Rehearsals
$10/hour – GST
Unfunded or small-budget arts projects
$20/hour + GST
Standard ratePublic Events
$20–$30/hour + GST
Markets, cultural gatherings, and similar community events.
Pricing is based on the size and impact of the event, and whether an entry fee is charged.Private Events
$25–$35/hour + GST
Suitable for birthdays, family celebrations, and private gatherings.Commercial Hire
$40/hour + GST
For businesses, government agencies, funded institutions, commercial organisations, and corporate events.Community & Fundraising Discounts
We may be able to offer discounted rates for free community events and fundraising activities. Please get in touch to discuss your event.Administration Fee
An administration fee of $5–$40 applies to all bookings, depending on the complexity of the booking.Special Event Pricing
The following events have separate pricing and booking requirements:
Weddings (Hall)
Commercial filming
Large ticketed music events (Hall)Please contact us for a tailored quote.