The New Zealand’s longest-running wine and food festival is shaping up to be another ‘mid-summer stunner’ of exceptional experiences.

Loren Coffey, event manager of the Marlborough Wine & Food Festival, is delighted to announce celebrity chef Al Brown in attendance at the 38^th festival on 8 February 2025.

“We are excited to have Al Brown starring in the Culinary Pavilion. Celebrated for his innovative cuisine Al is a recognised, leading New Zealand Chef and a captivating entertainer.

“As an ambassador for Regal Salmon, Al will demonstrate how to create delicious salmon dishes at home in ways that bring out the best in this amazing kaimoana, fresh from the Marlborough Sounds,” Loren says.

“And a lot of people are going to be very excited to hear that Polly Markus, of Miss Polly’s Kitchen, is also joining us in the Culinary Pavilion. Polly’s passion for food and her talent for creating comforting, delicious dishes resonate with everyone. Her vibrant energy and love for cooking make her a favourite among food lovers.”

Alongside Polly and Al, some of Marlborough’s local culinary heroes will work with products from small-scale local food producers.

The Marlborough Wine & Food Festival has blossomed early, inspiring people to buy their ‘Early Bird’ and ‘Locals Only’ tickets before the first hint of bud bloom.

All ticket categories are now on sale for the festival, set to transform Renwick Domain again on Saturday 8 February 2025. By mid-August, there were still tickets left for the VIP Retreat – one of the festival experience packages alongside The Lounge and general admission.

This will be the 38th Marlborough Wine & Food Festival, a heritage event where people celebrate and enjoy Marlborough's wine, people, food and landscapes.

Masterclasses are back for the 2024 festival, but have increased to four, as allowed by the larger festival site at Renwick Domain.

Wine Marlborough Events Manager Loren Coffey says wine education is a key part of the festival programme.

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The Marlborough Wine & Food Festival has taken a delicious leap forward this week, confirming more top chefs and – in a ‘festival-first’ – adding pop-up restaurants to the programme.

Marlborough Wine & Food Festival organisers are delighted to announce the first range of festival headliners for the 2024 event on 10 February.

Wayver is a festival bank system that saves you time (shorter queues) and eliminates handling cash and cards (contactless). Read to find out more about how your Festival payment system.

There are a number of other activities going on around the region to keep you entertained. Check out a sample of what’s on here and see www.follow-me.co.nz for a full listing.

Bus transport to the Marlborough Wine & Food Festival can ONLY be purchased from our ticketing page. Read more here.

The 36th festival will be front and centre in the minds of locals more than ever this year, with the new, larger location in the middle of Renwick. Wineries, chefs, caterers and bands are getting ready to celebrate what’s special about our region but this event just wouldn’t be possible without the support of our fantastic sponsors…

The 36th Marlborough Wine & Food Festival is shaping up as a feast of opportunities for both seasoned foodies and those looking to learn.

Festival Committee Chair and Marlborough grape grower Tracy Johnston describes Marlborough food as one oof the region’s best-kept secrets.

Ten-time NZ music award-winning duo Broods will grace the main stage with an hour-long DJ set, drawing from their popular albums.

The locals-only and early-bird tickets sold out in a flash, a balmy La Niña summer is forecast and wineries are getting ready for the 2023 Marlborough Wine & Food Festival.

The Wine and Food Festival has been home to many weddings over the years, with one year…

“The Wine and Food Festival has always been a great day to get all our staff involved, shutting the restaurant for the day and everyone pulling up their sleeves to lend a hand.

“Every year I look forward to playing at this well-oiled and loved event, great crowds and perfect Marlborough weather, combine to make for a great festival…

“Throughout the day at regular intervals, the Saint Clair Monk’s would carry out walking, chanting, singing and involve the crowd with fun activities including skipping…

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