The ultimate Marlborough Weekend
While the Marlborough Wine & Food Festival is of course the highlight, there’s other stunning summer events on offer in February, making it more enticing than ever to plan your ultimate Marlborough weekend.
Get a taste of what the Marlborough region has to offer
Blenheim CBD Summer Market
Friday 13 February, 9:00 am – 4:00pm
Pure Events Marlborough are excited to be bringing back this iconic Market once again in 2026, the day before Wine & Food Festival! Thanks to the support from Marlborough District Council the event will take place down Market Street and Market Place.
Marlborough Summer Sessions
Friday 13 February, 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Kaiaka Catering and Essence of Marlborough Wine present: Marlborough Summer Sessions , a night celebrating all things Marlborough.
The Big Hang
Sunday 15 February 2025, 11:00 am - 4:30pm
The day after the Marlborough Wine & Food Festival, come chill out with us at Jackson Estate Winery for The Big Hang — an afternoon of good food, great music, and even better company. If you’re in town for the festival, we’re just a stone’s throw from the airport — the closest winery, in fact. Drop by before your flight, relax by the vines or under a shady tree, and make the most of your last few hours in Marlborough.
Summer Soirée at Forrest Wines
Friday 13 February, 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Kick off the festival weekend with a Summer Soirée at Forrest Wines, 4–9pm.
Sweet tunes from DJ Margaret, Taye Williams, DJames, Miranda Easten, and ÆTHÈR will set the tone.
Vine Vitality - a Refreshing Vineyard Journey
Sunday 15 February, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Vine Vitality is the ultimate summer reset for body and mind. The morning begins with a mindful vineyard walk, guided breathing techniques, and a taste of Mahi’s winegrowing story. Along the way, you will learn how the breath can energise, restore, and even cure a post-festival haze. The experience culminates in a revitalising ice-barrel plunge followed by Mahi wines and spicy bites that warm and awaken the senses.