The Regent Cinema is Pahiatua’s community cinema—proud to work with individuals, community groups, and businesses to host private screenings and fundraisers. It’s a welcoming space where everyone can come together and share quality time.
Our cinema is available for hire for private events, schools, and community groups. Whether you’re planning a fundraiser, a large family gathering, or celebrating a special occasion like a birthday or anniversary, we can help make your event memorable. It’s also a great way to reward your staff or team for a job well done, or to raise funds for your local charity, school, or community project.
If you need a space for a meeting or another non-film event, for a large crowd we can help you.
Hiring the cinema has never been easier. Simply fill out the form below (please read the terms and conditions at the bottom), and one of our team will be in touch to discuss your requirements.
How do I book a film?
We can screen one of our upcoming, new release films or play an older release of your choosing (if we can source it). Bookings need to be made six weeks in advance.
How many people does the cinema seat?
The cinema seats 110 plus 2 wheelchairs or 1 wheelchair and one mobility scooter (with lift access from the foyer to the auditorium). If the persons in wheelchairs are not able to selfmobilise, a designated person must be on-hand to mobilise them in case of an emergency. If required, a maximum of 20 chairs may be added to the back of the cinema with prior approval from management.
Terms & Conditions
- A $250 non refunable deposit is required upon confirmation of the Date and Time of the Event
- Private hires are preferred between outside of our regular screening schedule . Community Fundraisers can be arranged for during our regular schedule with enough notice.
- Start times need to be flexible based on the films running length and will be as close as possible to the time requested.
- 3D films will require you to purchase 3D glasses at an extra cost of $3 per pair.
- Auditorium Hire without film use can be provided.
- FOOD: You are welcome to use the kitchen and serve supper. The cinema can open the Regent Candy Bar before the screening and at Intermission if both parties agree. Income from candy bar sales remains with the cinema.
- BE A TIDY KIWI: We ask that at the end of the screening the upstairs auditorium, the foyer and the toilets are left as found, in a clean condition and all rubbish bins in the auditorium, toilets and foyer emptied into the theatre wheelie bin. Cleaning equipment is provided & can be found in our cleaners’ cupboard. If you use the theatre kitchen and any kitchen equipment or utensils, you must leave it clean and tidy. A Cleaning fee of $100 will be applied ONLY if the cinema is left beyond its usual expected state of cleanliness after a private session.
- LIQUOR: The Regent Upstairs Cinema does not hold a liquor licence. Your organisation may sell or serve alcohol, but you will be required to hold a liquor licence and will be responsible for adhering to licensing laws. Securing a liquor licence takes time and costs money, so plan accordingly.
- SAFETY FIRST: To comply with OSH regulations, we will need to know the exact number of people in the auditorium. A member of the Regent team will be on duty at all times during the screening. You and any group members or helpers working with you must familiarise yourself with the emergency evacuation procedure and the position of the fire alarms, fire extinguishers and emergency exits. You should have a plan of action in case of an emergency.
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