Marlborough comes alive in its events

From intimate cellar door experiences to world-class wine festivals that draw visitors from across the globe. There is always something worth showing up for.

What’s On

From cellar door experiences to food and wine events that bring the region to life, there is always something worth showing up for in Marlborough.

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Winery Events

Sept 6

1:00 pm13:001:00 pm

Forret Estate Winery

Forrest Wines - Cosy Sunday Sessions

1:00 pm13:001:00 pm

Forret Estate Winery

Join us in our beautiful backyard for a Sunday Session featuring stunning live music from awesome local musicians.
Families, kids, dogs on leads, all welcome.

1:00 pm13:001:00 pm

Forret Estate Winery

Oct 22

5:00 pm – 8:00 pm17:00 – 20:005:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Forrest Wines Cellar Door

Bookish Evening

5:00 pm – 8:00 pm17:00 – 20:005:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Forrest Wines Cellar Door

A one-off winter evening to settle in, share stories, and enjoy the atmosphere.

Entry is free, but bookings are essential. Book at events@forrest.co.nz

5:00 pm – 8:00 pm17:00 – 20:005:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Forrest Wines Cellar Door

Nov 22

8:30 am – 3:00 pm08:30 – 15:008:30 am – 3:00 pm

Leefield Station

Leefield Station Grape & Gravel 2026

8:30 am – 3:00 pm08:30 – 15:008:30 am – 3:00 pm

Leefield Station

Join us at Leefield Station, Marlborough, for a ride like no other. After a fantastic 2025 event, Marlborough's newest wine-tourism & mountain biking event returns for an even better 2026 edition!

https://marlboroughnz.com/events/leefield-station-grape-gravel-2026/

8:30 am – 3:00 pm08:30 – 15:008:30 am – 3:00 pm

Leefield Station

Nov 27

5:00 pm – 8:00 pm17:00 – 20:005:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Forrest Wines

Riesling Rendezvous

5:00 pm – 8:00 pm17:00 – 20:005:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Forrest Wines

On Friday 27 November, from 5.00pm – 8.00pm, Forrest Wines invites you to our Riesling Rendezvous – a relaxed, walk-around tasting celebrating the incredible diversity of Riesling.

5:00 pm – 8:00 pm17:00 – 20:005:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Forrest Wines

Festivals & Celebrations

Every year, Marlborough comes together to celebrate what makes this place like no other - the wine, the people and the spirit of a region that loves to share what it does best.

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Festivals & Celebrations

Marlborough Wine & Food Festival

The Marlborough Wine & Food Festival is taking a pause.

Marlborough Wine Show

Showcasing excellence, provenance and the extraordinary diversity of wines from New Zealand's largest wine region.

Enter the Marlborough Wine Show

Marlborough Wine Show Celebration

A night to celebrate Marlborough wine and the people behind it. Join us as we announce the trophy winners from the Marlborough Wine Show - an evening of exceptional wine, shared pride and well-deserved recognition.

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Young Viticulturist

Great wines begin in the vineyard - and great vineyards begin with great people. The Young Viticulturist of the Year competition celebrates the next generation of talent shaping the future of Marlborough wine.

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#SauvBlancDay

Every first Friday in May, Sauvignon Blanc lovers around the world raise a glass together. #SauvBlancDay is a global celebration that connects Marlborough with the people who love what we make -one sip, one post, one shared moment at a time.

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Young Winemaker

The next generation of Marlborough winemakers is already at work. The Tonnellerie de Mercurey Young Winemaker of the Year Competition gives emerging talent the platform, recognition and inspiration to become the future leaders of this industry.

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Industry Events

Stay connected with the people, ideas and conversations shaping the future of Marlborough wine. From industry gatherings to workshops and tastings, there is always something worth being part of.

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Industry Events & Workshops