Catering and food
Planning your event’s catering
Good food brings people together, and we want to make sure your guests are well looked after. Whether you're planning a relaxed community gathering or a larger celebration, let’s find the right catering fit, from self-catering through to full-service options with our trusted partners.
Who can cater for my event in Invercargill?
For events at the Civic Theatre, Scottish Hall or Rugby Park, we work with three preferred catering partners who can tailor a menu to suit your event and accommodate a range of dietary requests.
- Mash Catering - Southland’s premier catering experience since 2003, specialising in fresh, flavour-packed and locally sourced menus for weddings, corporate events and celebrations of all kinds.
- Splash Palace - when you need to feed a crowd, Splash Palace offers a great selection of freshly made savoury and sweet options perfect for casual gatherings and parties.
- Ascot Park Hotel - experienced in catering for large-scale corporate functions, gala dinners and sporting events. Ascot Park Hotel offers a wide range of tailored food and beverage menus, from breakfast and morning teas through to dinners and suppers.
Food trucks and independent vendors are welcome at many of our venues, provided they hold the appropriate licences and are self-sufficient with power. Talk to our team about what would work best for your event.
Do I need a food permit for my event?
If you're planning to have food sold or served at your event, you’ll need to check what food safety permits and licenses are required.
You can also use MPI’s My Food Rules tool to find out what applies to your event.
Do I need an alcohol licence for my event?
If you’re planning on selling or supplying alcohol at your event, you’ll need to check what alcohol licences might be required. Visit the Invercargill City Council website for information on alcohol licensing.
Need help? Chat with our Theatre Services team to discuss your options or for more information: theatreservices@icc.govt.nz or (03) 211 1777.
