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22 days ago

Taste of Wairarapa is here!

Martinborough isite Visitor Centre

The Taste of Wairarapa festival is in full swing, celebrating the flavours and makers of our region with fun events.
One of the highlights, The Runholder Presents: Festival of Wine, Gin, Food & Music, is set to shine this Saturday 15 November! The wines are chilling, the weather’s looking … View more
The Taste of Wairarapa festival is in full swing, celebrating the flavours and makers of our region with fun events.
One of the highlights, The Runholder Presents: Festival of Wine, Gin, Food & Music, is set to shine this Saturday 15 November! The wines are chilling, the weather’s looking fantastic and they’re gearing up for an afternoon of local wine, gin, gourmet food and incredible live music.
Tickets are limited and selling fast - don’t leave it to the last minute!


It’s going to be an epic afternoon, so gather your mates and secure your spot now.

44 days ago

Lonely Planet Best In Travel - Wairarapa

Martinborough isite Visitor Centre

We’re over the moon to share that Lonely Planet has selected Wairarapa’s stargazing, food & wine experiences as one of the world’s top ‘Best in Travel’ experiences for 2026!
The stars of Wairarapa aren’t just in the skies - they shine in our vineyards, villages, cafés and … View more
We’re over the moon to share that Lonely Planet has selected Wairarapa’s stargazing, food & wine experiences as one of the world’s top ‘Best in Travel’ experiences for 2026!
The stars of Wairarapa aren’t just in the skies - they shine in our vineyards, villages, cafés and restaurants.
Come see why we’ve been named one of the world’s best. Wairarapa is ready to amaze you - under the Milky Way and in every bite & sip. Plan your Wairarapa escape.

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86 days ago

Friends of Te Papa - A Wairarapa Weekender

Martinborough isite Visitor Centre

Discover Wairarapa on this exclusive weekend tour. Explore historic homesteads and gardens normally closed to the public, enjoy guided tours, and take in unique sculptures and heritage sites.

Highlights include lunch at Brac & Bow in Featherston, a private tour of Brancepeth Homestead’s … View more
Discover Wairarapa on this exclusive weekend tour. Explore historic homesteads and gardens normally closed to the public, enjoy guided tours, and take in unique sculptures and heritage sites.

Highlights include lunch at Brac & Bow in Featherston, a private tour of Brancepeth Homestead’s gardens and home, plus a hosted visit to Te Parae Homestead with a two-course lunch.


Stay at Copthorne Solway Park, Masterton, with meals, guided tours, and transport all included, this is a chance to enjoy the charm, history, and hospitality of the Wairarapa.

Find out more by contacting Katrina Harding, NZ Travel Brokers – 027 466 3900 or katrina@nztravelbrokers.co.nz

FOTP Wairarapa tour Sept 25-26 2025.pdf Download View

97 days ago

Jazz in Martinborough: 4-7 September

Martinborough isite Visitor Centre

Get set for a weekend with Jazz in Martinborough filled with smooth, swinging sounds in the heart of Martinborough wine village. Now in its 13th year, the festival is ready to welcome Spring with ticketed concerts and plenty of free gigs around town.
📅 4–7 September 2025

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98 days ago

Carterton Daffodil Festival - Sunday 14 September

Martinborough isite Visitor Centre

Daffodils, markets, and steam train rides? It must be spring in Carterton! Celebrate at the Carterton Daffodil Festival with a fun-filled day for the whole family.

🌼 Catch a free bus to Middlerun and pick your own bunch of daffodils.
🛍 Stroll the High Street markets for bargains and … View more
Daffodils, markets, and steam train rides? It must be spring in Carterton! Celebrate at the Carterton Daffodil Festival with a fun-filled day for the whole family.

🌼 Catch a free bus to Middlerun and pick your own bunch of daffodils.
🛍 Stroll the High Street markets for bargains and local treasures.

🎶 Enjoy street performers, live music and entertainment all day long.
🚂 Take a steam train ride from Carterton to Masterton and return. Fun for all!

Bring the whānau and make it a Wairarapa spring tradition.

📅 Sunday 14 September 2025

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114 days ago

Get Spring ready at the Wairarapa Garden Fiesta!

A festival of all things gardening from plants to produce and everything in between including sculptures, garden art, pots, equipment & tools, sheds and much more! Catch guest speakers and demonstrations too.

📅This Saturday 8.30am - 3pm.
📍Clareville Showgrounds, Carterton

128 days ago

Pour & Explore Martinborough

Experience the best of Martinborough at Pour & Explore

Explore, taste, and support Martinborough like never before with loads of fun and fabulous events right throughout August. Check out this week's events:

- Luna Test Kitchen Series this Friday & Saturday
- Dr Beak - Walk-in … View more
Experience the best of Martinborough at Pour & Explore

Explore, taste, and support Martinborough like never before with loads of fun and fabulous events right throughout August. Check out this week's events:

- Luna Test Kitchen Series this Friday & Saturday
- Dr Beak - Walk-in Fridays this Friday & Saturday
- A Taste of Luna Estate at Parehua Resort this Friday, Saturday & Sunday
- Cellar Library Tasting at Moy Hall Vineyard this Saturday
- Huntress X Mesita X Social Kitchen this Sunday
- Sweet Spot Sundays at Karahui Wine Bar & Eatery this Sunday
- An Evening Into The World of Port at Union Square Bistro & Bar Monday 4 August

Take a look at the full programme here.

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128 days ago

Wairarapa Wedding Expo, this Saturday!

Calling all brides-to-be, the Wairarapa Wedding Expo 2025 is this Saturday 2nd August.

Find everything you need in one place from the most creative and popular wedding vendors in Wairarapa, including the best florists, bridal gowns, photography, makeup, videography and much more. It's a … View more
Calling all brides-to-be, the Wairarapa Wedding Expo 2025 is this Saturday 2nd August.

Find everything you need in one place from the most creative and popular wedding vendors in Wairarapa, including the best florists, bridal gowns, photography, makeup, videography and much more. It's a day full of colour, inspiration and fun with live entertainment!


This Saturday 10am-2pm, koha entry
Copthorne Solway Park, Wairarapa, Masterton

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132 days ago

Pour & Explore Martinborough

The newest festival on Wairarapa's event scene. Pour & Explore Martinborough is all about showcasing Martinborough's wine, food, art, dark skies, and local spirit!

Highlights include:
Cellar Library Tasting at Moy Hall
Oh. My. Gourd. Still Life & Soup
Sip & Sauna at … View more
The newest festival on Wairarapa's event scene. Pour & Explore Martinborough is all about showcasing Martinborough's wine, food, art, dark skies, and local spirit!

Highlights include:
Cellar Library Tasting at Moy Hall
Oh. My. Gourd. Still Life & Soup
Sip & Sauna at Colombo

On for the month of August. Take a look at the full festival programme.

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135 days ago

Wairarapa Festival of Christmas in Greytown Village

Last weekend! The Wairarapa Festival of Christmas in Greytown Village wraps up this Saturday with a Grand Finale of light, music & mid-winter magic. Don’t miss it!
Highlights include:
• Carnival-style parade with Wellington Batucada 6pm

• Circus & comedy at the north end of Main … View more
Last weekend! The Wairarapa Festival of Christmas in Greytown Village wraps up this Saturday with a Grand Finale of light, music & mid-winter magic. Don’t miss it!
Highlights include:
• Carnival-style parade with Wellington Batucada 6pm

• Circus & comedy at the north end of Main St 3pm, 4pm, 5pm
• Artisan Night Markets
• Oyster Saloon & champagne with Martin Bosley
• Food trucks, Truckstop Winter Edition & mulled wine
• Live music & winter cocktails at The White Swan Gin Garden Bar
• Magical Snowfall on Main St 6-8pm, every 30 mins
• Hot air balloon burners & WWII spotlight display

Don’t miss NZ’s happiest mid-winter festival!

Photo credit: Jet Productions

140 days ago

Wagging Trails, Night Glow Dog Walk - Masterton

Get ready for something a little different.. a twilight walk under the stars! Wagging Trails Night Glow is lighting up the evening with a fun, community dog walk through QEII Park.

Starts at Colin Pugh Sports Bowl
Tuesday 22 July 6pm - 7:30pm
Registrations open from 5:45pm

All dogs must be … View more
Get ready for something a little different.. a twilight walk under the stars! Wagging Trails Night Glow is lighting up the evening with a fun, community dog walk through QEII Park.

Starts at Colin Pugh Sports Bowl
Tuesday 22 July 6pm - 7:30pm
Registrations open from 5:45pm

All dogs must be registered and on leads at all times.

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147 days ago

Extra trains for the All Blacks game in Wellington

For the Black Ferns/All Blacks double header rugby game on Saturday, July 12, 2025, Metlink is providing extra train services on the Wairarapa Line. There will be a special train departing Masterton for Wellington at 2:20 PM and another departing Wellington for Masterton at 10:00 PM. The price of … View moreFor the Black Ferns/All Blacks double header rugby game on Saturday, July 12, 2025, Metlink is providing extra train services on the Wairarapa Line. There will be a special train departing Masterton for Wellington at 2:20 PM and another departing Wellington for Masterton at 10:00 PM. The price of public transport is included in your match-day ticket for all trains, buses (excluding the Airport Express), and ferries.

149 days ago

Italian Film Festival return to Masterton next week 🇮🇹

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Take a trip to Italy with the Italian Film Festival at Regent 3 in Masterton. Experience the charm, drama, and romance of Italy on the big screen with a stunning lineup of Italian films. From heartfelt stories to laugh-out-loud comedies, there’s something for everyone.

Highlights include the … View more
Take a trip to Italy with the Italian Film Festival at Regent 3 in Masterton. Experience the charm, drama, and romance of Italy on the big screen with a stunning lineup of Italian films. From heartfelt stories to laugh-out-loud comedies, there’s something for everyone.

Highlights include the Opening Night film the musical comedy Gloria, Penélope Cruz in the gorgeous 70-set Italian melodrama L’immensita and a retro screening of the classic Il Postino / The Postman.

The Festival runs from Monday 14th July - 27th July. Check out the full programme & buy tickets at the link below.

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149 days ago

What's on in Wairarapa? Heaps! ✨

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🎉 What’s On in Wairarapa This Week? Heaps!

🇫🇷 Bastille Day @ Union Square – Five-course French menu + optional wine pairings, Fri–Mon.

🍷 Pinot Noir Mardi Gras @ Alexia – A masterclass in all things Pinot, Sat 2–3.30pm.

🔥 Molewood Bonfire Inferno – Music, food … View more
🎉 What’s On in Wairarapa This Week? Heaps!

🇫🇷 Bastille Day @ Union Square – Five-course French menu + optional wine pairings, Fri–Mon.

🍷 Pinot Noir Mardi Gras @ Alexia – A masterclass in all things Pinot, Sat 2–3.30pm.

🔥 Molewood Bonfire Inferno – Music, food & the region’s biggest bonfire, Sat 5–6.30pm.

🎬 The Crown Picture Theatre in Greytown – Raiders of the Lost Ark Fri, Wicked Sat, Mamma Mia Sun, all 4pm.

🫧 Bubbles & Badges @ Aratoi – Craft fun for kids daily 'til 13 July, 10am–4pm.

🍽️ Sip & Savour @ The Runholder – Locals lunch every Thurs, 12–3pm.

🎄 Christmas Quiz @ The Offering – Quiz, food & festive fun, Thurs 6–9.30pm.

🪩 Pop-Up Nightclub @ Blackwell & Sons – Disco fun Fri & Sat, 4–8pm.

🧵 Cross-Stitch Bookmark Workshop – Craft & refreshments, Sun 11am–1pm @ Greytown Distilling Co.

🐺 Red Riding Hood by The Pantoloons – Big laughs & panto fun, Sun 1pm @ Wairarapa Events Centre.


Full lineup at the link below.

📸 Jet Productions

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150 days ago

Mid-Winter Christmas House Tour in Greytown 🎄

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Greytown’s Inaugural Mid-Winter Christmas House Tour is on next week!

Step inside eight handpicked Greytown homes, each beautifully styled and transformed with festive flair for the first-ever Mid-Winter House Tour. From traditional charm to contemporary chic, explore the main living spaces of… View more
Greytown’s Inaugural Mid-Winter Christmas House Tour is on next week!

Step inside eight handpicked Greytown homes, each beautifully styled and transformed with festive flair for the first-ever Mid-Winter House Tour. From traditional charm to contemporary chic, explore the main living spaces of these inspiring homes and discover how their owners bring the magic of Christmas indoors.

Wander through spaces warmed by crackling fires, admire exquisite table settings, and take in thoughtful, seasonal touches that are sure to spark ideas for your own winter celebrations. Whether you're a design lover, a Christmas enthusiast, or simply looking for a little mid-year magic, this is an event not to miss.

Fri 18 Jul 2025, 10:00am–4:00pm
Tickets $75 plus fees.

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