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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Cellar Door Events
Forrest Wines - Cosy Sunday Sessions
Mar 1
Forrest Estate Winery
Forrest Wines - Cosy Sunday Sessions
Forrest Estate Winery

Join us in our beautiful backyard for a Sunday Session featuring stunning live music from awesome local musicians.

Every Sunday through to Easter, then every first Sunday of the month.
Families, kids, dogs on leads, all welcome.

Forrest Estate Winery
Enchanted Evenings at FROMM Winery 2026
Jun 5
FROMM Winery
Enchanted Evenings at FROMM Winery 2026
FROMM Winery

Every Friday & Saturday night  in June 2026, 5pm- 7pm
5th & 6th, 12th & 13th, 19th & 20th, 26th & 27th.

For bookings Email:  office@frommwinery.co.nz

 

FROMM Winery
Supper Club
Jun 13
Oaky & Ivy
Supper Club
Oaky & Ivy

Oak & Ivy’s Winter Supper Club is a monthly series of intimate evenings centred around thoughtful food, curated wines, and conversations with winemakers, sommeliers, and those behind the bottle. 

Five courses. Paired wines. Limited seats.

More information: https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2026/supper-club/marlborough

Oaky & Ivy
Cecilia High Tea at Allan Scott Bistro
Jul 2
Allan Scott Bistro
Cecilia High Tea at Allan Scott Bistro
Allan Scott Bistro

Settle in for a cosy winter treat at Allan Scott Bistro. Treat yourself, or someone special, to a lovely Wednesday or Thursday afternoon filled with sweet treats, savoury bites, laughter, tea, and bubbles throughout the colder seasons.

Our team will prepare a delicious selection of freshly made sweets and savouries to enjoy alongside a glass of Cecilia Bubbles, unlimited tea, and great conversation.

High Tea is available every Wednesday and Thursday and can be booked at least 24 hours in advance via our website (www.allanscott.com/bistro) or by calling 021 572 914.

Allan Scott Bistro

Our Events

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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Annual Celebrations
Marlborough Wine & Food Festival
Marlborough Wine & Food Festival

New Zealand's longest-running wine and food festival and Marlborough's best day out. Held every February, it is a celebration of everything this region does best: world-class wine, exceptional food and the warm, generous spirit of a community that loves to share it.

Discover the Marlborough Wine & Food Festival

Marlborough Wine Show
Marlborough Wine Show

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

2026 Key Dates
Entries Open: Thursday 25 August
Entries Close: Wednesday 16 September
Wine Samples Due: Friday 9 October
Judging: 21–23 October
Results Notified: 29 October
Trophy Presentation: Date TBC

Enter the Marlborough Wine Show

Marlborough Wine Show Celebration
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.

Find out more and get your tickets

Young Viticulturist
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.

Find out more

#SauvBlancDay
#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.

Join the celebration

Young Winemaker
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.

Find out more

Industry Events & Workshops

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
Grape Days 2026
Jun 22
Grape Days 2026

Grape Days is supported by the NZW levy, delivered through Bragato Research Institute. Grape Days consists of one-day technical events which provide high-level overviews of research with a practical focus to help members apply the findings.

https://www.nzwine.com/en/initiativesevents/research/grape-days-2026/

WinePro
Jun 23
WinePro

Following its highly successful debut, WinePro NZ returns in 2026 with exciting new initiatives designed to elevate New Zealand’s premier wine industry event.
With a renewed focus on fostering collaboration, showcasing innovation, and celebrating excellence, WinePro NZ is the essential platform for industry professionals to connect, learn and grow.

Find out more: https://winepro.co.nz/

Tonnellerie de Mercurey Young Winemaker of the Year Marlborough competition
Jul 15
Tonnellerie de Mercurey Young Winemaker of the Year Marlborough competition

Launched in 2015, the competition is open to young people working in wine production roles within the New Zealand wine industry. This includes cellar hands, cellar managers, those working in the laboratory, assistant winemakers, winemakers and if space allows those studying winemaking. 

There will be three regional finals in 2026. The winner from each will then go through to represent their region in the National Final. Applications will open early 2026 and location details to come.

For any enquiries, please email nicky.grandorge@nzwine.com or call Nicky Grandorge on 021780948

Organic Winegrowers New Zealand EcoVineyards Tour with Dr Mary Retallack
Jul 28
Organic Winegrowers New Zealand EcoVineyards Tour with Dr Mary Retallack

Organic Winegrowers NZ will bring Dr Mary Retallack to NZ for regional workshops within our major wine producing regions. 

Each workshop will consist of a morning of theoretical knowledge on functional biodiversity, vineyard and soil health of vineyards followed by a practical session after lunch. 

Growers will take home knowledge and tools to allow them to start monitoring and use practices to track biodiversity, vine and soil health within their own vineyards.​

Tickets on sale in April; more information coming soon.

https://www.organicwinenz.com/ecovineyards-tour