Latest Past Events

Trip to Sip at The Duke: It’s Wine Tasting Fridays

Duke of Marlborough Hotel 33 The Strand, Russell

Join us every Friday in October at The Duke of Marlborough for Trip to Sip. A relaxed wine tasting series featuring exceptional pours from Northland vineyards including The Landing, 144 Islands, Omata Estate, Boulder Bay and Dancing Petrel. Discover local flavours with stunning waterfront views.

OKTOBERFEST! Bay of Islands Big Weekend

Waitangi Sports Ground 1 Tau Henare Drive, Waitangi

Get ready for a Big Weekend in the Bay of Islands at Oktoberfest! Local craft beer from PhatHouse Brewery, QBrew, Heavens Brewery, Bay of Islands Brewing and McLeods, plus Northland wines and spirits. The Little Oompah Band serves up traditional German tunes with a cheeky modern twist. Dust off your Dirdnl and Lederhosen and get ready to party!

LIQUID GOLD: Northland Wine, Craft Beers and Spirits Expo

Waitangi Sports Ground 1 Tau Henare Drive, Waitangi

Liquid Gold shines a spotlight on local wine, craft beer, and spirits this Labour Weekend in our first ever Northland wine, craft beer and spirits Expo! Wander through tasting stations, relax in the Gin Garden, chat with top winemakers and brewers, and enjoy live music, street food, Northland cheese and oysters. A perfect Sunday session for foodies and friends.