Indicative pricing

A clear starting point.
For your event.

Starting budgets in New Zealand dollars, with the services and guest numbers behind each price.

Planning your budget

Choose your format.
See what’s included.

These indicative budgets cover the starting formats below. Each assumes an Auckland venue with straightforward access and existing furniture. Events can run for up to 150 guests and eight hours, with larger or longer programmes priced individually.

Your final price depends on the date, venue and selected elements. You will receive the total, including any applicable GST, before accepting a booking.

Five starting formats

Put a shape
around your budget.

01 / Casino-themed evenings

Casino-themed evenings

Indicative starting budget

From NZ$1,800

Typical planning range: NZ$1,800–4,500

Two hosted tables · 15–30 guests · approximately 2 hours

An indoor Auckland venue with straightforward access and existing event furniture. The hosted tables can sit within a longer occasion.

What’s included

  • Two selected casino-style tables and play materials
  • Dealer coverage for the tables
  • Activity introductions and table rotations
  • Standard local delivery, setup and collection during the arranged access window

Additional options and costs

Additional tables, longer hosting, elaborate styling, a separate master of ceremonies, difficult access or travel beyond Auckland.

Discuss this format
02 / Corporate galas & awards

Corporate galas & awards

Indicative starting budget

From NZ$4,500

Typical planning range: NZ$4,500–12,000

40–60 guests · approximately 4 hours · existing venue furniture

An Auckland venue with a modest presentation area and one visual direction.

What’s included

  • Programme planning and an event coordinator
  • A hosting plan and speaker cues
  • Selected styling and a modest presentation backdrop
  • Basic microphone / PA and a small stage area where needed and supported by the venue

Additional options and costs

Larger groups, extra entertainment, complex awards production, extensive lighting, video, LED walls or a full room transformation.

Discuss this format
03 / Private & themed celebrations

Private & themed celebrations

Indicative starting budget

From NZ$2,200

Typical planning range: NZ$2,200–6,500

Up to 30 guests · approximately 3 hours · one styling direction

A selected focal area and coordination for a private celebration in an accessible Auckland venue.

What’s included

  • A theme direction and room layout plan
  • Selected reusable props and table details
  • Coordination of the event programme
  • Standard installation and pack-down during the arranged access window

Additional options and costs

Custom builds, fresh floral installations, several themed zones, performers, specialist effects, outdoor infrastructure or longer staffing.

Discuss this format
04 / Hosted quizzes & team events

Hosted quizzes & team events

Indicative starting budget

From NZ$1,200

Typical planning range: NZ$1,200–4,000

Up to 40 guests · approximately 2 hours · hosted quiz

A prepared quiz in an Auckland room using existing tables and a venue screen where needed.

What’s included

  • A host and prepared quiz rounds
  • Standard response materials and programme preparation
  • Basic audio where needed for the room
  • Setup, guest introductions and a closing moment

Additional options and costs

Multiple activity stations, extensive company content, additional screens, specialist equipment, longer sessions or more technical support.

Discuss this format
05 / Hosted murder mysteries

Hosted murder mysteries

Indicative starting budget

From NZ$2,000

Typical planning range: NZ$2,000–5,000

20–30 guests · approximately 2½ hours · one host

An established fictional mystery in a private Auckland room, timed around a meal or social gathering.

What’s included

  • A hosted story and clue sequence
  • Standard guest prompts and printed materials
  • Selected reusable theme props
  • Pre-event role guidance and timing around your programme

Additional options and costs

Additional actors, bespoke writing, extensive costumes or sets, complex guest roles, extra production or a longer programme.

Discuss this format
Separate budget items

What’s extra.

Venue hire, catering, beverages, guest transport, accommodation, specialist performers, major audio-visual production and travel beyond the local Auckland arrangements are extra unless included in your quote.

Price considerations

What can change
the budget.

DecisionWhat it changes
Guest countLarger groups can need more tables, hosts, materials or rotations. The starting formats cover the guest numbers shown above.
DurationSetup and collection are separate from programme time. Longer hosting and late collection affect staffing.
Venue & accessStairs, restricted loading, limited power and short installation windows can require extra crew or equipment.
Production & stylingCustom sets, specialist lighting, performers and technical operators add to the production budget.
LocationEvents beyond Auckland can involve travel, freight, accommodation and local suppliers.
Personalised contentCompany questions, custom scripts, artwork and branding add preparation and production time.
From budget to booking

Review the details.
Choose your event.

Send your date, venue or city, guest count and preferred format. A budget range helps us focus on the elements that matter most to you.

Your proposal lists the services, exclusions, total price, payment dates and cancellation terms. Your booking is confirmed once it is accepted and the required payment is made. Changes to the event and price are recorded in writing.

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A few useful answers

Before we begin.

Can you work to a fixed budget?

Share the amount and your priorities. We can suggest a smaller programme or make additional elements optional.

When is payment due?

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What if we need to change or cancel?

Contact us promptly. The options depend on your booking terms, work completed and supplier commitments. See the Terms and Conditions for details.

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