(Dalmatinsko Kulturno Drustvo Inc.)
For over 90 years, the Dalmatian Cultural Society has been a place of friendship, fun, and laughter, dedicated to preserving and celebrating Croatian culture and heritage in New Zealand
Originally founded to support the Croatian Dalmatian community, our society now welcomes everyone from the states that made up the former Yugoslavia, as well as those who appreciate and wish to celebrate the rich traditions of the Dalmatian coast of Croatia
We honour our heritage through:
🇭🇷 Traditional food & cuisine
🎶 Vibrant events & concerts
💃 Folklore and traditional dance
🗣️ Language classes for all ages
Our museum plays a vital role in collecting and safeguarding historical records and memorabilia, ensuring that future generations can connect with and celebrate their roots.
With frequent concerts, cultural events, and opportunities for all ages to participate, our society is a proud and welcoming community, dedicated to keeping our traditions alive.
Join us and be part of this rich cultural legacy!
16 Mar 2025
**Special Guest Speakers** 🌟 We are honored to welcome **STEFAN OZICH**, who ran the entire length of New Zealand—twice—to raise awareness for a...
05 Apr 2025
Back by popular demand! After last year’s incredible success, Ladies Night is returning—bigger and better than ever! What’s in store? A delicious...
Our spacious Ballroom (17m x 30m) comfortably seats up to 250 guests with tables and chairs to suit your needs. For a more intimate setting, a divider curtain allows the space to be adjusted to a smaller size.
✨ Facilities include:
✔️ Stage (6m x 2.5m)
✔️ High-quality sound system & Projector and Screen
✔️ Air-conditioning for comfort
✔️ Fully equipped kitchen capable of catering for any number of guests
✔️ Full-service bar with a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
Our venue is ideal for fundraisers, bridal and wedding showers, birthday celebrations, wine tastings, weddings, banquet dinners, holiday parties, sporting event watch parties, and even funerals.
For smaller gatherings, our Members Lounge offers seating for up to 100 guests and features:
✔️ Private kitchen & bar
✔️ Pool table for entertainment
✔️ 42-inch LCD TV or Projector and Screen for presentations or watch parties
Perfect for corporate events, meetings, and intimate celebrations.
Let us help make your next event a success—contact us today to book your space
Please contact [email protected] for bookings 
In July 1999 a group of ladies met at the Society�s clubrooms to discuss the need for a Ladies Group. It was decided that the main objective was to �Foster friendship amongst the ladies of the community through regular afternoon teas with guest speakers at the Society and to have the occasional bus trip.�
From then on the ladies have enjoyed a variety of occasions. These are usually conducted on the last Sunday of the month, although Club commitments have meant that this is not always the case.
are a special interest group belonging to our parent organization, the Dalmatian Cultural Society Inc.
We were originally set up back in 1989 for the express purpose of preserving the history of our settlers in New Zealand. With the rapid passing of many of the early pioneers, it was essential that we tapped into the memory bank of those who were still with us and who could pass on accounts of the early pioneering days. It was also important that we should collect and preserve artifacts, memorabilia and records before they were irretrievably lost.
Membership is open to all who support the object of the Society. Show your support for the Dalmatian Cultural Society by renewing your membership or becoming a new member this year. Annual dues are nominal and your paid membership is the foundation of our strong, active and viable society. Offering tuition in traditional dance and language, access to our impressive archives, library, members lounge with delicious food choices and functions.
We offer an environment of service and camaraderie. We provide a comfortable place and a family oriented environment, where friends and family can gather to enjoy good food and entertainment.
