Civic Square
Hosted by Hastings District Council
SpacetoCo Host since February 2025Hastings offers bookable spaces for every occasion – from scenic camping spots and peaceful venues for yoga to family-friendly spaces for toddler parties and stylish venues for 21st celebrations. Set in the heart of Hawke’s Bay, Hastings is more than great spaces. Explore beaches, mountain ranges, and world-class wineries, alongside vibrant markets, art galleries, and eateries. Whether local or visiting, Hastings is the place to connect and celebrate.
Areas in this space (4)
This space contains 4 different areas that can be booked independently.
Civic Square
About this space
Civic Square is the largest open space within the central city and is a place of significant cultural connection for Hastings and Hawke's Bay.
Home to the Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings City Art Gallery, Women’s Rest, and the Hastings Cenotaph, the square also has a large grassed area with picnic table, a number of significant mature, shade-giving trees and a small fenced playground. Playground equipment includes swings and climbing frames and slides.
A key feature of Civic Square is the collection of the pou that stand proudly in the middle of the square. Each pou is carved from ancient totara and represents an ancestor from one of 18 marae in Heretaunga. An information board provides details on the whakapapa of each marae, a full narrative about their ancestor, and their connection with Heretaunga.
Booking schedule
Extra items and charges
This space has extra items and charges that can be added to your booking. Some may be required depending on your booking time and type, which will be shown at the checkout.
Amenities
Suitable for
Location
201 Warren Street South, Hastings, New Zealand
Opening times
Monday
24 hours
Tuesday
24 hours
Wednesday
24 hours
Thursday
24 hours
Friday
24 hours
Saturday
24 hours
Sunday
24 hours
Rules
Below are the more common rules for Hastings District Council Parks. In certain cases special permission from Council may be granted. For a full list see the relative Reserve Management Plan and heck the Terms and Conditions for more specific requirements or unique requests.
No dogs in playground or sportsground areas.
No vehicles without special permission
No motorbikes
No drones without special permission
No ground penetration without specific permission (some parks will need a mark-out for underground services at a cost)
No open fires
No BBQ’s under trees or during fire bans
No bouncy castles/large inflatables at Cornwall Park, Havelock North Village Green, and Flaxmere Park and with all other parks hirer needs special permission
Additional details
A range of parking exists in the central business district and the main bus stop hub is located nearby on Eastbourne Street by the public library. Bay Plaza on Russell Street is also served by connecting lines.