Ripe – The Wanaka Wine and Food Festival returns to the shores of Lake Wanaka on Saturday March 22, 2025
The event will be held at Glendhu Station, located within a 10 minute drive of Wanaka township and a stone’s throw away from one of New Zealand’s most beautiful campgrounds, Glendhu Bay Motor Camp. Attendees will get to enjoy the exceptional panoramic lake and mountain views of the majestic bay area while enjoying some premium wine and food supplied by Central Otago’s best producers. including Mora Wines and Artisan Catering!
Celebrate the 2025 harvest with us at our Vale Vineyard in Pisa, featuring a wine session by wine writer and educator, Joelle Thomson, a 3-course lunch by Artisan Catering and music by Queenstown solo artist, Dave Bell.
Saturday 12 April 2025 12:00 - 16:00 Vale Vineyard, 909A Luggate-Cromwell Road, Mount Pisa, Cromwell
Tickets $180 ($150 for Club Members) includes transportation, canapes, wine seminar, 3-course lunch and entertainment
Savour an idyllic afternoon at Mora Artisan Wines and Kitchen with a brand new event – An Afternoon in the Gardens.
Indulge in delicious grazing tables, food stations, wine matches, cocktail stations and more while surrounded by lush gardens, creating the perfect setting to enjoy an autumn’s afternoon.
2 - 6 pm Mora Wines & Artisan Kitchen, 265 Arrowtown-Lake Hayes Road $90 pp
The Art of Wine is back for a second year with this successful tasting event, now in a new location – Astor Bristed Gallery.
A fun, educational session with four courses of art and wine pairing!
Come along and hear from Rosie about the gallery and her passion for art. Experienced local Sommelier Candice Chow will also facilitate an engaging Mora Wines session with plenty of tasting and learnings to be had.
Limited numbers to this exclusive event – tickets include canapes and wine tasting. R18 event.
5:30 - 7:00 pm Astor Bristed Gallery, 54 Buckingham Street $50 pp
Arrowtown doesn’t need an excuse for a leisurely autumn lunch!
Enjoy the incredible cuisine and wines that Mora Wines & Artisan Kitchen is renowned for.
Book your group in now so you don’t miss out on this popular festival event which sells out every year!
Ticket price includes a glass of bubbles on arrival and a three-course shared platter lunch.
*Please advise of dietaries/allergies.
12 - 5 pm Mora Wines & Artisan Kitchen, 265 Arrowtown-Lake Hayes Road Cost $120 pp
Featuring over 100 stalls with some of the best NZ made products ranging from art and crafts, jewellery and clothing to furniture and other curios. Explore the delicious food stalls and let your taste buds guide you amongst the amazing choice of artisan foods.
Head down to the kids zone to keep your kids entertained for hours – circus shows, face painting, skate jam, bouncy castles and much more.
Sustainability is at the forefront of the festival and we are proud to deliver a single use cup free Market Day.
Gold coin donation entry.
Beer and pies. A match made in heaven. Enjoy the splendours of locally made gourmet pies paired with craft beers. If you prefer, taste the stunning range of wines on offer from Mora Wines.
Bring a picnic rug, sit back and enjoy some fabulous entertainment from Monty Bevin, Saxylady and The Happy Sundays.
New to 2025 is the Most Creative Pie competition – vote for your favourite pie with the token provided to you on entry!
No wristbands this year, but also no cash! EFTPOS only.
This is an R18 event, anyone under the age of 18 will not be admitted.
Please keep your dogs at home due to limited space for this event.
12:30 - 5:00 pm Library Green, Arrowtown $50 pp