A Flexible Venue for Assyrian & Chaldean Cultural Galas
Assyrian and Chaldean community events may bring families, associations and cultural organisations together through traditional music, cultural dance, dining, speeches and community recognition.
Grand Palace Function Centre offers adaptable event spaces for New Year programs, association dinners, charity events and cultural galas.
Golden Hall up to 400 guests · Diamond Hall up to 200 guests · Flexible banquet, stage and dance-floor layouts
Community events built around culture and connection
Assyrian and Chaldean organisations may host Akitu or New Year gatherings, association anniversaries, charity dinners, music and dance events, awards and youth cultural showcases.
Assyrian and Chaldean communities have distinct identities and traditions. Events should be planned according to the specific practices and preferences of the organising community.
Common event formats:
- •Akitu or New Year dinner
- •Cultural gala
- •Association anniversary
- •Charity dinner
- •Music and dance night
- •Youth cultural showcase
Traditional musicians, singers, performers, cultural displays and entertainment must be organised separately and discussed with the venue in advance.
How Assyrian and Chaldean community events may be structured
Programs vary between associations, families and cultural organisations. The venue layout can be discussed around your planned format.
Cultural Gala
Formal gala dinners with speeches, awards, cultural performances and community recognition.
Association Dinner
Association anniversaries and community organisation dinners with formal dining and presentations.
Cultural Performance
Stage-based programs featuring traditional music, dance and cultural entertainment.
Awards and Recognition
Community awards evenings with presentations, speeches and formal dining.
Live Music
Events with live musicians, singers or entertainment integrated into the program.
Charity Dinner
Fundraising dinners bringing community supporters together for a shared cause.
Planning the venue layout
A well-planned layout can make the experience comfortable for guests, performers and organisers.
Guest Arrival
Consider guest registration, ticket checking, sponsor displays and gathering space.
Stage and Performances
Plan space for speeches, awards, musicians, dancers, cultural performances or an MC.
Banquet Seating
Arrange tables according to attendance, service format, stage sightlines and family or community requirements.
Dance Floor
Allow suitable space where dancing or live entertainment forms part of the program.
Photography and Video
Plan positions for photographers, videographers and group photographs without blocking guest movement.
Event Schedule
Coordinate performances, speeches, dining, awards and entertainment within a practical event timeline.
The final layout depends on the selected hall, guest numbers, catering, stage, dance floor and other event requirements.
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 galas, community dinners, stage programs, live entertainment and events requiring a larger dance-floor or performance 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 may suit smaller community dinners, association events, cultural programs and more intimate celebrations.
- ✓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 for your community event
Food is often central to cultural and community gatherings.
Grand Palace offers Nepali, Indian, Bengali and vegetarian banquet-menu options. Organisers may discuss available menus, dietary requirements and meal service with the Grand Palace events team.
Additional cultural menu requirements may be discussed with the events team, subject to kitchen capability and the event agreement.
External catering may be considered subject to venue approval, conditions and applicable fees.
Planning your Assyrian or Chaldean cultural event at Grand Palace
Discussing your community event
Community organisations, associations, families and event organisers are welcome to contact Grand Palace to discuss expected attendance, venue layout, catering, stage requirements and the planned event program.
Grand Palace Function Centre
12/219 Parramatta Road, Auburn NSW 2144
0428 171 139·bookings@grandpalace.com.au