Martinborough Village

16/11/2025

🎉 Business Spotlight: Festival Hire Wairarapa 🎉

Planning an event in Martinborough or the Wairarapa? Festival Hire Wairarapa are your go-to experts for marquees, furniture, lighting and everything you need to bring your celebration to life.

Locally owned and based in Masterton, they understand our venues, our weather, and the unique style of Martinborough events — from vineyard weddings to backyard parties and corporate gatherings.

If you’re hosting something special, they’ll help make it seamless and stress-free.
📞 06 378 9537 | hireit@festivalhire.co.nz

🔗 More info: martinborough-village.co.nz/festival-hire

15/11/2025

🍷 Business Spotlight: Union Square 🍕

Right in the heart of Martinborough, Union Square Bistro & Bar is your go-to spot for great food, drinks, and atmosphere. Whether you’re after a relaxed drink or casual bite at the bar, or a full dining experience in the bistro, they’ve got you covered! 🙌

And the best news — they’ve just launched a brand-new range of pizzas! Perfect for sharing with friends, pairing with local wine, or enjoying after a day exploring the village. 🍕✨

Open 7 days a week — stop by and see what’s new at Union Square!
👉 martinborough-village.co.nz/union-square-bistro-and-bar/

12/11/2025

🌸 What’s On in Martinborough This Weekend 🌸

It’s the grand finale of Taste of Wairarapa! ✨
Three weekends of celebrations across the region — but the heart of it all beats right here in Martinborough 💛
🍷 .nz — Tapas & wines, Fri & Sat from 4pm
🍇 Poppies Martinborough — Sold out!
🎶 The Runholder — Live music from Hollie Smith, The Beat Girls, Sweet Mix Kids & DJ Takas. Sat 12-6pm
🔥 Palliser Wine — Asado by , raw bar & Palliser wines. Sat & Sun 11-3pm
🌳 Ata Rangi — Sunday finale with , Ata Rangi Brut & DJ Pet. Sun 11-4pm

👣 Plus — Wairarapa Walking Festival events in Martinborough:
🚶 Martinborough Heartbeat Friday Walk – 14th Nov at 9am - a relaxed local walk around the village discovering AED locations and enjoying a gentle evening stroll. Free with light refreshments to follow in Supper Room - koha for WFA.
🚶 Ruamāhanga Farm Wetland & Riparian Forest Walk – Friday 14th, 6 – 8 pm .
🌌 Walk in the Dark – Martinborough – Saturday 15 Nov, 8 – 9 pm at Martinborough Golf Course. A unique nighttime adventure under the Wairarapa sky! ✨

Spring, wine, food, music, walking — everything we love about this place 🌿🍾
Come celebrate with us and feel the Martinborough magic this weekend!

10/11/2025

🚖 Business Spotlight: Claremont Cabs

Exploring beautiful Martinborough or heading out for a wine tour? 🍷 Let Claremont Cabs get you there safely and in style! Based right here in the village, they’re the go-to for friendly, reliable transport around Martinborough, the Wairarapa, and even Wellington.

✅ Local & airport transfers
✅ Wine tours and group transport
✅ 4-seater and 9-seater options — perfect for any occasion!
✅ Operating Hours:
Sunday – Thursday 8am – 10pm
Friday & Saturday 8am – late
Available outside these hours by prior arrangement

Whether it’s a wedding, a weekend getaway, or just a quick trip across town, Claremont Cabs make travel easy and stress-free. 🚐💛

📞 06 306 9162
🌐 https://www.martinborough-village.co.nz/claremont-cabs/

07/11/2025

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☀️🚴‍♂️ Tomorrow’s forecast: 25°C and full of heart!
Join us in Martinborough for the Ride Holidays Martinborough Charity Fun Ride , supporting the incredible work of the The CatWalk Trust .

Choose your challenge:
🕘 115km starts at 9:00am
🕘 67km starts at 9:15am
🕘 48km starts at 9:30am

🎉 Expect good fun, music, sausage sizzles, and all the charm of Martinborough village waiting at the finish line.

💛 Every pedal stroke helps fund spinal cord injury research — so grab your mates, your bike, and your sunscreen, and register now at mcfr.org.nz!

06/11/2025

🍷 Business Spotlight: Moy Hall Wines🍝

Nestled in the heart of Martinborough wine country, Moy Hall is a family-owned vineyard and restaurant bringing the flavours of the region to life — on the plate and in the glass. 🌿

Enjoy handcrafted single-vineyard wines and seasonal dishes that celebrate the very best of Wairarapa produce — like their signature House-Made Gnocchi and slow-cooked Wairarapa Lamb.

Opening Hours - October to April
11.30am-3.30pm: Tue/Wed/Thu
11.30am-4.00pm: Fri
11.00am-5.00pm: Sat
11.00am-4.00pm: Sun
Closed Mondays (except 27 Oct, 10 Nov, 29 Dec)

Join their Wine Club for exclusive access, personalised shipments, discounts and invitations to special events — the ultimate way to experience the best of Moy Hall.

https://www.martinborough-village.co.nz/moy-hall/

06/11/2025

🌿✨ What’s On in Martinborough This Weekend! ✨🌿

It’s a big weekend in the Wairarapa — packed with Taste Wairarapa fun and community favourites! 🍷🎶🌸

🍇 Taste Wairarapa Highlights – Tickets Essential!
- Strat & Pinot – A 30 Year Love Story, Margrain | Sat 5–6:30pm
- Meet the Makers, Tonic Bistro | Sat 2–4pm
- Pink Bubbles & Pink Gin, Margrain | Sat 11am–1pm
- Wine, Lamb & Music on the Lawn, Moy Hall | Sat 2:30–7pm
- Rogue Burger Night, Nga Waka | Sat 4pm–late
- Meet the Maker – Paul Mason, Nga Waka | Sat 1–4pm
- Oyster & Pet Nat Party, Mesita | Sat from 4pm

🎡 Scarecrow Fair – Gladstone School
📍 Gladstone School | 🗓 Sat 8 Nov | ⏰ 9:30am start
A fun, family day out with stalls, food, games & music! 🎠🌽

🎥 Never Forgotten – The Marines of Masterton
📍 Circus Cinema | 🗓 Sun 9 Nov | ⏰ 3:15–5pm

🌼 Mitre10 Garden Evening
📍 Mitre10 Martinborough | 🗓 Wed 12 Nov | ⏰ 5:30pm
An evening of garden inspo, expert advice, and spring deals 🌿🌸

👣 And get ready for next weekend…
It’s set to be a huge one with more Taste Wairarapa events plus the Wairarapa Walking Festival kicking off! 🚶‍♀️🌿
Get your tickets early and make the most of a packed weekend of flavour, fun & fresh air. 🌸🍷

04/11/2025

🌾🎉 The Gladstone Scarecrow Fair is back — and bigger than ever! 🎉🌾

📍 Gladstone School
📅 Saturday 8th November
🕘 9:30 am – 2 pm

Join our neighbours in Gladstone, for a fun-filled country day supporting Gladstone School, with great food, entertainment, and loads of family fun!

Here’s what’s in store:
🎭 Creative Scarecrow Displays - Enjoy the drive through the Gladstone Valley looking at scarecrows.
🐮 The legendary Cow Pat Bingo 💩😉
🧑‍🌾 A lively Auction with amazing local prizes
🍔 Tasty Food, Drinks & Market Stalls
🎠 Kids’ rides, games, activities & competitions to keep the little ones smiling!

💫 All proceeds support Gladstone School — come along, join the fun, and make a difference!

30/10/2025

Well this looks cool Martinborough Brewery! I know there’s some “trick or treat parents” who might need a refreshing drink, after all that walking! 🎃👻💀….🍻!!

🎃 Halloween at Martinborough Brewery! 👻

Bring the whole family down this Friday, October 31st for a spooky good time! 🕸️

🎨 Face painting for the kids
🥇 Costume competition
🍺 Great beer, tasty food, and plenty of fun for everyone.

Come in your best costume and celebrate Halloween, Martinborough style! 🧙‍♀️🦇

29/10/2025

🌿 What’s On This Week in Martinborough Village! 🌿
Plenty to see, sip and savour around the village this week 🍷

🏃‍♀️ Round The Vines 2025 – Martinborough School fundraiser, Sat 1 Nov.
👉 www.roundthevines.org.nz

🍇 Taste Wairarapa Events - in Martinborough Village
Dublin Street Wine @ Tonic Bistro — Sat 1 Nov, 2–4pm
Mesita x Halite — Sun 2 Nov, 12–5pm
Tapas at Grava — Fri & Sat, 4–7pm
👉 www.wairarapawine.co.nz

🍸 Aurora Gin Distillery Experience — Sun 2 Nov, 11am–1:30pm
Come for the wine, stay for the village charm!

29/10/2025

🍴 Business Spotlight: Social Kitchen Wairarapa

Food, flavour, and fun — that’s what Social Kitchen Wairarapa is all about! 👩‍🍳✨
Join Sheryl for a hands-on cooking experience that’s perfect for friends, team events, hens parties, or birthdays. Learn new skills, share laughs, and enjoy what you’ve created — paired with great local wine, of course! 🍷

Prefer to relax? Their Private Chef Experiences bring restaurant-quality dining to you, featuring fresh, local ingredients and Martinborough wines. Effortless, intimate, and always delicious.

Find out more: www.martinborough-village.co.nz/social-kitchen/

28/10/2025

We can’t wait for this weekend!
Martinborough Round the Vines is on Saturday 1st Nov, and is such a great fundraiser for Martinborough School.
Come down and make the most of your weekend and take part, or just enjoy the amazing entertainment in the square.
See you there.
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