Our industry friends & preferred service providers series | Part 1
Our event project manager, L’lynea le Roux, shared some of the Aleit Events teams’ favourite venues in and around Cape Town and Johannesburg as well as the venues they absolutely love working with when it comes to the events industry.
Zeitz MOCAA Ocular Lounge & Event Space, Cape Town
Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa (Zeitz MOCAA) is a public, non-profit institution that exhibits, collects, preserves and researches contemporary art from Africa and its diaspora; conceives and hosts international exhibitions.
OCULAR Lounge & Events Space on Level 6 of the Zeitz MOCAA is a multi-functional event and eatery space which looks out onto the museum’s Rooftop Terrace.
This truly breath-taking event venue can accommodate up to 200 guests with a 270-degree view of Cape Town, and possibly the best view of Table Mountain in the city!
The magnificent, black, minimalistic event venue space is the destination for unprecedented hospitality, unparalleled cuisine, and unrivalled views.
This iconic heritage site, also a remodeled silo space, incorporates the naked cement silos with the gorgeous geometric windows that truly adds that extra wow-factor!
These are merely some of the reasons why we simply love this venue.
Ocular Lounge and Events space has been used for various spectacular corporate events such as the Zeitz MOCAA Art & Opulence Party Supported by GUCCI, The Premium Independent Wineries of South Africa (PIWOSA) Cocktail and Dinner event, Launch of Audi’s full E-tron range and the launch of the new Volkswagen Amarok!
Furthermore they also hosted an incredible Toyota event by Hiside, the Adidas X Rich Mnisi Collection launch, Samaritans Feet Charity Cocktail event, a stunning Zara Event as well as the Cape Town Fashion Council Showcase to simply name a few!
Ocular also hosts breathtaking weddings in their versatile modern venue space – Timeless elegance with a edgy yet classy & modern twist!
Visit their Instagram page today for a beautiful collection of these amazing events Zeitz Mocaa Ocular Events & be sure to turn on those post notifications and stay up to date with some of the biggest events in the Mother City!
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Mount Nelson Hotel, Cape Town
Another favourite on our list!
With 6 venues to choose from, Mount Nelson is the most prestigious conference venue in Cape Town, with its beautiful gardens and breath-taking views.
Their luxury conference centre offers accommodation in 198 rooms and suites.
They host conferences, exhibitions, business banquets, board room meetings, product launches, gala events and more.
Their venues include:
- The Ballroom – 400
- Planet Room and Conservatory – 120
- Green Room and Terrace – 60
- Union Castle Boardroom – 14
- Orchid Room – 45
- Room 5&6 – 20
The iconic pink lady has been captivating visitors since 1899 and Cape Town’s iconic resort hotel is definitely a tranquil hideaway.
The Mount Nelson’s location is outstanding, with dramatic Table Mountain and the city’s pulsating attractions just beyond the stone-columned gates, installed in 1925 to welcome the Prince of Wales.
The expansive grounds is a gorgeous mix of manicured lawns, historic palms and fragrant rose gardens.
They also have an in-house Librisa Spa with a range of holistic, African-inspired treatments and Chef Rudi Liebenberg offers out-of-this-world cuisine at Lord Nelson Restaurant.
When it comes to great occasions, they also know how to throw a party. Weddings, birthdays and anniversaries, big or small, can be celebrated in sensational style.
For more information and a glance at this beautiful space, visit their website – Mount Nelson Hotel
Table Bay Hotel, Cape Town
The 5-star luxury Table Bay is spectacularly located in the centre of the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, and has breath-taking views of the working harbour, the Mother City and Table Mountain, making it another favourite when it comes to the Aleit Events team!
It lies only a minute’s walk from some of the city’s finest restaurants, shops, galleries, boutiques and other major attractions.
This magnificent hotel combines the elegance of the stunning neo-Victorian architecture with traditional hospitality.
There are three large main venues, namely the Victorian-style Pavilion, the Ballroom and the former Atlantic Grill Restaurant.
The Pavilion is an ideal banqueting venue, and can accommodate 120 people for a cocktail party and 60 for a seated banquet.
The elegant and spectacular Ballroom can seat 200 guests, or can be divided into two smaller venues, according to your needs.
The former Atlantic Grill Restaurant is a new venue, which combines colonial charm and modern sophistication, and it can accommodate 120 diners.
Several smaller venues are available for meetings, workshops and lectures.
A function or conference hosted here is bound to be a truly memorable occasion.
Visit their website for more information – Table Bay Hotel, Cape Town
The Polo Room, Johannesburg
Situated in the heart of Sandton within the exclusive grounds of the Inanda Club, By Word of Mouth presents a venue named The Polo Room.
With its majestic view of Sandton and overlooking an 83 000 m internationally renowned polo field, The Polo Room is the perfect Johannesburg venue for any event – from the most romantic and bespoke weddings, birthday soirees to professional conferences and corporate events.
The Polo Room at The Inanda Club offers a unique experience with unparalleled cuisine and exceptional service.
Outside the Polo Room is a magnificent raised grass terrace overlooking the polo field that can accommodate a Bedouin or Marquee with a further 500 pax cocktail party.
We host the annual ABSA Champagne Festival at this spectacular venue space. The Polo Room definitely carries the Aleit Events teams’ stamp of approval!
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Shepstone Gardens, Johannesburg
Known as the magnificent secret garden in the heart of the city, Shepstone Gardens offers a stunning backdrop and venue space perfect for breath-taking weddings, special occasions and celebrations, and even corporate events.
With its spectacular stone architecture, renowned glass marquee and stunning gardens that can only be described as a setting straight from a fairy-tale, this venue is an absolute must when considering your event venue options.
Not only do their gorgeously lush gardens offer the perfect backdrop to your special occasion, but they also make the perfect setting for an outside event.
One of the sought-after features at Shepstone Gardens is the striking Glass Marquee.
Complete with marbled floors, stone pillars and gorgeous chandeliers, this setting most certainly adds a sense of opulence and timelessness to any event.
No matter what the occasion, Shepstone Gardens has a variety of venues and settings to host any event.
The Grand Hall offers a space complete with wooden floors, pillars and mirrors take, ideal for banquets and conferencing.
Their on-site Chapel with intricate stone walls, large stained-glass windows and magnificent glass roof situated within the leafy gardens make for the perfect setting to say your vows.
The Natural Arch offers a stunning outdoor space that showcases the beauty of nature within their gardens.
And last but certainly not least, there’s their magnificent Glass Marquee!
We love it & you will too!
Visit their website for more information – Shepstone Gardens
Conclusion
Peoples’ favourite venues always mean a lot to them for many reasons!
It’s about more than just the space.
It’s a form of escapism, a place where one can create endless amounts of memories.
It’s that one space that always guarantees a good time!
As you plan your events for this new and exciting year, think about your venue choices and how they may impact your ability to sell-out.
To start a conversation around new venue options, contact us for more information info@aleitevents.com.
