The Nave

The Nave is a flexible event venue in Anchorage’s Spenard neighbourhood, offering a welcoming setting for organisers planning gatherings of many kinds. Housed in a characterful former church building, the venue combines community spirit with practical facilities for private, corporate, cultural and creative events.

Its largest space, the Main Hall, accommodates up to 200 standing guests or 100 seated guests. It is suitable for conferences, live performances, presentations, receptions, workshops, markets and larger community occasions. The hall includes a portable stage, podium, microphones, event lighting, cinema-quality projection, tables and padded folding chairs. A kitchen kiosk and lobby are also available, providing useful space for refreshments, concessions, ticket collection or merchandise.

For smaller gatherings, The Nave Lobby can host intimate receptions, pop-up performances, exhibitions and social occasions. The Dean Weidner Community Room offers a more focused environment for meetings, classes, training sessions and workshops, with classroom furniture, video-conferencing equipment, dedicated internet and refreshment facilities. The front deck can be used during suitable weather and is included with Main Hall and Lobby bookings.

Event organisers may bring their own caterer and refreshments, giving them freedom to shape the food and drink arrangements around their event. The venue also provides a technical orientation and user guidance for bookings that use its equipment. Organisers are responsible for setup and takedown, while The Nave can recommend local event professionals when additional support is required.

Weddings, conferences, art shows, performances, birthdays, workshops, makers’ markets and community meetings are all catered for. By hiring the space, organisers also help support The Nave’s wider programme of affordable and free cultural activities in Anchorage.