A Welcoming Sydney Venue for Cultural Celebrations
Grand Palace Function Centre provides flexible event spaces for cultural festivals, community dinners, traditional ceremonies, heritage programs, national celebrations, alumni gatherings and live cultural entertainment.
Located in Auburn, Golden Hall and Diamond Hall may be arranged around seated dining, stage performances, presentations, ceremonies, live music and dancing.
Explore the event types below to learn how Grand Palace may support different cultural and community programs.
Every community and organiser celebrates differently. Event layouts and requirements can be discussed according to the planned program.
Golden Hall
Up to 400 guests
Diamond Hall
Up to 200 guests
Flexible Layouts
Dining, stage and dance-floor options
Cultural Catering
Nepali, Indian, Bengali and vegetarian menu options
Final capacity depends on the seating plan, stage, buffet, dance floor, technical equipment and other event requirements.
Different cultures celebrate in different ways
A cultural event may be centred around a formal banquet, traditional ceremony, stage performance, live music, community recognition, family activities or an open dance floor.
Some organisers require a large performance area. Others need close family seating, a registration space, sponsor displays, banquet dining or room for traditional activities.
Grand Palace offers two adaptable halls that may be considered for events of different sizes and formats.
The directory below provides examples of celebrations that may be hosted at the venue. It is not a complete list, and every event should be planned according to its own traditions and practical requirements.
Cultural and community celebrations
Nepali & Himalayan Events
Teej & Dar Celebrations
A vibrant gathering centred around Dar, traditional attire, Teej music, cultural performances and community dancing.
Usually held: August–September; dates vary each year
Suggested hall: Golden Hall or Diamond Hall
Pasni & Rice-Feeding Ceremonies
A meaningful family ceremony that may include rice feeding, blessings, traditional clothing, family photographs and dining.
Usually held: During a child's first year or with a first birthday
Suggested hall: Golden Hall or Diamond Hall
Nepali New Year Celebrations
Celebrate Nepali New Year with community dining, live music, cultural performances, speeches and entertainment.
Usually held: Mid-April
Suggested hall: Golden Hall or Diamond Hall
Dashain & Tihar Community Events
Bring families and community members together for festive dining, cultural programs, music and traditional entertainment.
Usually held: September–November; dates vary each year
Suggested hall: Golden Hall or Diamond Hall
Losar & Lhosar Celebrations
A New Year gathering featuring cultural dress, music, dance, community presentations and shared dining.
Usually held: January–March; dates vary by community calendar
Suggested hall: Golden Hall or Diamond Hall
Nepal Sambat & Newa Cultural Events
Host Nepal Sambat, Mha Puja and Newa heritage programs with cultural presentations, music, community recognition and dining.
Usually held: Around October–November; dates vary each year
Suggested hall: Golden Hall or Diamond Hall
Maithili, Madhesi & Tharu Heritage Events
Celebrate regional heritage through traditional attire, folk music, cultural performance, community recognition and dining.
Usually held: Throughout the year, including around Maghi and Jitiya
Suggested hall: Golden Hall or Diamond Hall
Indian & South Asian Events
Navratri Garba & Dandiya Nights
A dance-focused celebration with space for Garba, Dandiya, musicians, a DJ, guest seating and vegetarian dining.
Usually held: September–October; dates vary each year
Suggested hall: Golden Hall
Diwali & Deepavali Gala Nights
Celebrate the Festival of Lights with dining, cultural performances, awards, live entertainment, music and dancing.
Usually held: October–November; dates vary each year
Suggested hall: Golden Hall or Diamond Hall
Lohri & Baisakhi Celebrations
A lively setting for Punjabi community dinners featuring Dhol, Bhangra, Giddha, live entertainment and dining.
Usually held: January for Lohri and April for Baisakhi
Suggested hall: Golden Hall or Diamond Hall
Pongal & Tamil New Year Programs
Host a family cultural program featuring traditional dance, music, community presentations and Tamil heritage activities.
Usually held: January for Pongal and April for Tamil New Year
Suggested hall: Golden Hall or Diamond Hall
Onam & Vishu Celebrations
Celebrate Kerala's cultural heritage with community dining, traditional clothing, performances, music and family activities.
Usually held: April for Vishu and August–September for Onam
Suggested hall: Golden Hall or Diamond Hall
Sri Lankan, Bangladeshi & Pakistani Events
Sinhala & Tamil New Year Celebrations
Bring the community together for New Year traditions, cultural performances, music, family activities and Sri Lankan dining.
Usually held: Mid-April
Suggested hall: Golden Hall or Diamond Hall
Sri Lankan Alumni & Baila Dinner Dances
A polished setting for alumni dinners, association events and Baila nights with dining, live music and dancing.
Usually held: Throughout the year
Suggested hall: Golden Hall
Pohela Boishakh Celebrations
Celebrate Bengali New Year through music, poetry, dance, traditional clothing, family dining and stage performances.
Usually held: Around mid-April
Suggested hall: Golden Hall or Diamond Hall
Pakistan Day & Independence Day Galas
Celebrate community, history and culture with speeches, music, traditional attire, performances, awards and dining.
Usually held: March and August
Suggested hall: Golden Hall or Diamond Hall
Community & Multicultural Events
Eid Milan & Community Iftar Dinners
Bring families, colleagues and community organisations together for Eid celebrations, Iftar dinners and community programs.
Usually held: During Ramadan and following Eid
Suggested hall: Golden Hall or Diamond Hall
Nowruz Community Celebrations
Welcome the new year with dining, traditional displays, live music, dancing, family activities and cultural performances.
Usually held: Around 20–21 March
Suggested hall: Golden Hall or Diamond Hall
Multicultural Community Galas
Suitable for councils, charities and community organisations hosting annual dinners, awards and fundraising events.
Usually held: Throughout the year
Suggested hall: Golden Hall or Diamond Hall
Cultural School & Youth Showcases
A venue for language schools, dance academies and youth groups presenting concerts, graduations and cultural showcases.
Usually held: Throughout the year
Suggested hall: Golden Hall or Diamond Hall
Chinese & East Asian Events
Chinese Lunar New Year Banquets & Community Galas
Celebrate Lunar New Year or another Chinese community milestone with banquet dining, cultural entertainment, speeches, awards, networking and community recognition.
Usually held: January–February for Lunar New Year; other events throughout the year
Suggested hall: Golden Hall or Diamond Hall
Southeast Asian Events
Filipino Independence Day Balls & Community Galas
A welcoming setting for Philippine Independence Day balls, association dinners, cultural performances, awards, live entertainment and community fundraising.
Usually held: June for Independence Day; community events throughout the year
Suggested hall: Golden Hall or Diamond Hall
Vietnamese Tết Banquets & Community Galas
Host a Vietnamese New Year banquet, association dinner, charity gala or cultural night with dining, music, performances, speeches and community recognition.
Usually held: January–February for Tết; other events throughout the year
Suggested hall: Golden Hall or Diamond Hall
Middle Eastern & Mediterranean Events
Lebanese & Arabic Cultural Nights
A lively setting for Arabic community dinners, live entertainment, traditional music, Dabke, cultural performances and social dancing.
Usually held: Throughout the year
Suggested hall: Golden Hall or Diamond Hall
Assyrian & Chaldean Cultural Galas
A flexible venue for Assyrian and Chaldean community dinners, New Year programs, traditional music, cultural dance, awards and association events.
Usually held: March–April for New Year events; other programs throughout the year
Suggested hall: Golden Hall or Diamond Hall
Turkish Republic Day & Cultural Events
A flexible venue for Turkish Republic Day galas, community dinners, cultural music, folk dance, awards and association events.
Usually held: October for Republic Day; other programs throughout the year
Suggested hall: Golden Hall or Diamond Hall
Planning a different cultural or community event?
The directory provides common examples but is not a complete list.
Grand Palace may also be considered for other heritage celebrations, community dinners, cultural concerts, traditional family events, association anniversaries and national programs.
Organisers are welcome to contact the events team with information about their community, expected attendance, catering, event schedule and any ceremony or performance requirements.
A venue that adapts to different cultural programs
Seated Banquet Events
Round-table layouts for community dinners, galas, awards and formal celebrations.
Cultural Performances
Stage and audience layouts for music, dance, drama, poetry and cultural showcases.
Dance-Focused Events
Flexible floor plans for Teej, Garba, Dandiya, Baila, Bhangra and social dancing.
Live Music & Artists
Stage access, sound checks, performer requirements, microphones and lighting may be discussed in advance.
Awards & Presentations
Layouts may include a stage, screens, sponsor displays and community-recognition segments.
Registration & Ticketing
Ticketed events may require guest check-in, ticket scanning, security and controlled entry.
Available equipment, layouts and inclusions depend on the selected hall and event agreement.
Golden Hall and Diamond Hall
The most suitable hall depends on guest numbers and the space required for tables, the stage, performers, catering and dancing.
Golden Hall
Up to 400 guestsGolden Hall may suit larger cultural celebrations, community galas, dinner dances, concerts, awards nights and events requiring a larger performance or dance-floor area.
- ✓Larger event space
- ✓Elevated stage
- ✓Spacious dance floor
- ✓Flexible table layouts
- ✓AV options
- ✓Suitable for larger programs
Diamond Hall
Up to 200 guestsDiamond Hall provides a more intimate setting for community dinners, cultural programs, family ceremonies, association events and social gatherings.
- ✓More intimate atmosphere
- ✓Flexible seating
- ✓Stage and dance-floor options
- ✓AV options
- ✓Dedicated bar area
- ✓Private entrance
Final capacity depends on seating, stage, buffet, dance floor, technical equipment and other event requirements.
Catering options for cultural events
Food is often central to a cultural or community gathering.
Grand Palace offers Nepali, Indian, Bengali and vegetarian banquet-menu options that may be discussed according to the event, guest numbers and dietary requirements.
External catering may be considered subject to venue approval, conditions and applicable fees.
Planning your cultural event at Grand Palace
Planning a cultural or community event?
Explore Golden Hall and Diamond Hall or speak with the Grand Palace events team about your expected attendance, cultural program, catering and setup requirements.
Visitors are welcome to contact the team even if their particular event is not listed on this page.
Grand Palace Function Centre
12/219 Parramatta Road, Auburn NSW 2144
0428 171 139·bookings@grandpalace.com.au