Festive Dining
Your Festive Season Starts at SkyCity
Christmas Day. New Year’s Eve. The moments that matter, done properly.
With award-winning dining, sparkling city lights, and the iconic Sky Tower as your backdrop, SkyCity is where Auckland gathers to celebrate.
Sit down to a specially curated Christmas Day menu with those who matter most, or ring in the New Year with exceptional food, flowing drinks and the best view in the city. From an intimate dinner for two to a full whānau feast, every table is set for something memorable. Make this festive season one to remember. Book your Christmas Day or New Year’s Eve dining now.
Orbit 360 Dining
Elevate your Christmas Day or festive celebration with cherished moments at Orbit 360°, located in the iconic Sky Tower. Championing New Zealand produce, it’s the perfect way to take the pressure off entertaining at home, by doing it up in the sky instead. With a revolving view of Auckland’s skyline, savour an exquisite festive menu as the city unfolds beneath you, a truly memorable way to celebrate the season with those who matter most.
The Grill
Indulge in a festive feast crafted from the heart of local flavours this holiday season, showcasing the best of New Zealand’s coastal and countryside treasures. Celebrate Christmas Day with The Grill’s festive buffet lunch, provenance-led dining at its finest. Start with a seafood buffet spread, fresh from New Zealand’s coastline, before your choice of beef or vegetarian main served at the table. Finish with an indulgent dessert buffet to round out the feast.
MASU 
Nic Watt’s contemporary Japanese restaurant MASU offers an immersive, entertaining and unpretentious dining experience. For groups of up to 18, book the Obi room, an impressive space featuring a five-and-a-half metre solid wood table and vintage Japanese kimono prints for an intimate space worthy of a celebration. This festive season, delight in a special five course sharing-style menu showcasing fresh ingredients, complex flavours and artistic presentation.
Metita
Transport yourself to the Pacific this festive season with Chef Michael Meredith’s fresh exploration of Pacific cuisine celebrating his heritage with a twist on traditional flavours and dishes. Metita is also home to one of Auckland’s largest private dining spaces, accommodating up to 24 guests, an impressive setting for a larger festive gathering.
This Christmas, gather friends and whānau over To’ona’i, a Pacific tradition of sharing and passing plates, brought to life through a specially curated festive menu.
The Grand Buffet at The Terrace
Celebrate Christmas in style at The Terrace at Grand by SkyCity. Gather with family and friends over a seasonally inspired buffet lunch, designed to capture the flavours and warmth of the holiday season. Set against the elegant hideaway of The Terrace, it’s a truly memorable way to share the festive spirit in the heart of the city.
Huami
Behind the big red doors on Federal Street, discover Huami, Auckland’s premier Chinese restaurant offering a true taste of Asia. This festive season, gather with friends and family over bold, flavourful dishes crafted for celebration. Choose the Taste of Huami Signature Menu at $118pp, with an additional beverage upgrade to enjoy, or savour.
Great events start with the right venue.
At SkyCity Auckland, you’re spoilt for choice.
Choose from a range of spaces across our award-winning restaurants and bars, each bringing its own character to the occasion, from long lunches to full-scale end-of-year functions. Tailored menus, dedicated event support, and that unmistakable SkyCity atmosphere make it easy to bring your team, clients or crew together in style, right in the heart of Auckland.
For those moments that call for something more intimate, our private dining rooms offer a space to celebrate away from the everyday. Tucked within four of our restaurants, each room brings its own character to the occasion.
At The Grill, celebrate provenance-led New Zealand dining in a refined, understated setting. Metita hosts one of the largest private spaces in the precinct, accommodating up to 24 guests for a lavish Pacific-inspired feast. Huami’s three elegant rooms can be customised for groups of 6 to 24, set the scene for bold, flavourful Chinese cuisine. And at MASU, the Obi room seats up to 18 around a five-and-a-half metre solid wood table, framed by vintage Japanese kimono prints for an intimate space worthy of a celebration.
Whatever the occasion, our private dining rooms bring exceptional food and seamless service together in the heart of Auckland.
Give the Gift of SkyCity
Not sure what to gift this Christmas? Give the gift of choice with a SkyCity gift voucher. From award-winning dining across our precinct of restaurants and bars to a night at one of our three hotels, a gift voucher lets your loved ones choose their own festive experience, however they want to celebrate.
This festive season, let SkyCity be the backdrop to your celebration. Savour award-winning dining, embrace the holiday spirit, and create memories with those who matter most.
Make it a full SkyCity occasion. Stay a night at The Grand by SkyCity, or catch a show at SkyCity Theatre, there’s truly something for everyone in the heart of the city.
Terms & Conditions
R18 where applicable. Drink responsibly. Festive menus available Christmas Day (25 December 2026) and New Year’s Eve (31 December 2026) only, sitting times vary by venue. SkyBar is closed on Christmas Day. The Terrace booking terms are listed with that offer above. SkyCity is a responsible host. Children under the age of 14 years must not be left unattended at SkyCity.
Terrace Buffet Lunch: Full payment is required via credit card at the time of booking. Bookings may be cancelled for a full refund up until 5pm on 17 December 2026. Cancellations made after this time are non-refundable. Cancellation requests must be submitted via email to theterrace@skycity.co.nz. Changes to guest numbers will not be permitted after 12pm on 23 December 2026. One account per reservation applies. Separate payments within a group are not permitted. Beverages, both alcoholic and non-alcoholic, are not included in the set menu price and will be charged separately. The set price applies to all bookings, and no promotional discounts can be used in conjunction with this offer. A 1.8% credit card surcharge apply.