EVANZ is the professional industry association representing entertainment venues across Aotearoa.

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Supporting Excellence in Entertainment Venues

EVANZ exists to inspire excellence in the entertainment venues industry through collaboration, shared knowledge and professional development.

Bringing the Industry Together

EVANZ hosts conferences, networking events and professional development opportunities throughout the year.

Advocacy & Best Practice

EVANZ represents the collective voice of entertainment venues across New Zealand. As the national industry association, EVANZ works to ensure that the interests of venues are understood and considered in conversations that affect the sector.

Through collaboration with government agencies, local authorities and industry organisations, EVANZ advocates for policies and initiatives that support the long-term sustainability and success of the venues industry.

Our Strategic Pillars

Advocacy

A trusted and authoritative association, amplifying our collective voice.

Development

Embracing new ideas, innovation and collaboration to foster growth in venues and people.

Sustainability

Ensuring the longevity of our industry, future-ready and resilient.

Proudly Supported by Our Premium Partner

EVANZ is proud to partner with Momentus Technologies, a global leader in venue and event management software. Trusted by venues and event professionals in more than 55 countries, Momentus empowers organisations to deliver exceptional events through innovative, intelligent technology. We sincerely thank Momentus for their ongoing support of EVANZ and the New Zealand venues industry.

Our Vision

A connected community of venues throughout New Zealand, recognised and educated through a professionally run organisation.

Gold Partners

Silver Partners

Partnership

Opportunities

Partners are welcomed into the EVANZ community, with access to members-only areas of our website and social platforms where industry professionals share advice, ideas and solutions. Partnering with EVANZ gives your organisation direct access to a highly engaged network of venue and industry professionals across New Zealand.

Premium Partnership provides the highest level of visibility and engagement with the EVANZ community. This level is ideal for organisations wanting to demonstrate leadership in industry conversations, events and initiatives. Only one Premium Partnership in each industry sector will be entered into.

Gold Partnership elevates your engagement with the EVANZ community. This level is ideal for organisations wanting to actively participate in industry conversations, events and initiatives. At this level, you may enjoy naming rights to an EVANZ Award, programme or activity.

Silver Partnership offers valuable exposure to EVANZ members and provides a strong platform to introduce your organisation to the venues sector.

Our Members

A connected network supporting New Zealand’s Entertainment Venues Industry