Martinborough Village

✨ Business Spotlight : York Bistro at Parehua 🍷

With its relaxed wine bar atmosphere, York Bistro is the perfect place to unwind after a day exploring Martinborough. Showcasing fresh local produce, share plates big and small, and a carefully curated wine list featuring local Wairarapa favourites, it's all about great food, great wine, and warm hospitality.

🍷 Happy Hour – Every Day
4pm–6pm
Enjoy 10% off Luna Estate wines.

🍝 Notte di Pasta – Tonight!
Every Thursday from 4pm
Make it your weekly Italian ritual with delicious pasta, wine, and good company.

📍 52 New York Street West, Martinborough
Open 7-days a week - 4.00pm - 8:00pm

🌟 WHAT’S ON IN MARTINBOROUGH THIS WEEKEND 🌟

Looking for something to do in Martinborough this weekend? We've got you covered! 🍷🍸🍜🎨🎶🐾

🍜 **Ramen Night**📍 Nara
🗓 Friday 12 June | 5pm–9pm
Warm up with a delicious bowl of authentic ramen and kick off your weekend the right way.

🍸 **Lighthouse Gin Distillery Tour & Tasting**📍 The Runholder
🗓 Saturday 13 June | 1pm–5pm
Discover the art of gin-making and enjoy a tasting experience with Lighthouse Gin.

🎨 **Stitched Landscapes (Small)**📍 Thunderpants HQ, 42 Naples Street
🗓 Saturday 13 June | 10am–1pm
Get creative and explore textile art in this unique hands-on workshop.

🍷 **Equilibrium Makers Farewell Weekend**📍 Martinborough Brewery
🗓 Thursday–Sunday | 5pm–8pm
As they prepare for an exciting new chapter in France, come and wish the Equilibrium Makers team farewell. Enjoy their wines, special discounts, and celebrate the journey ahead. This isn't goodbye—just the beginning of a new adventure!

🐶 **A Dog’s Day Out!**📍 Martinborough Brewery
🗓 Saturday 13 June | 12pm–6pm
Bring your four-legged friends along for what promises to be the best day ever! Featuring The GrillFather, great food, drinks, and plenty of tail-wagging fun.

🎧 **DJ Wonzy at Pukemanu**📍 Pukemanu Bar & Eatery
🗓 Saturday 13 June | 8:30pm–11:45pm
Finish the day with great tunes, good company, and a lively Saturday night atmosphere.

📣 Got an event, activity, special offer or experience coming up? Send us a message and we'll help spread the word in our weekly What's On posts for free.
See you around the village this weekend! ❤️

🌟 WHAT'S ON IN MARTINBOROUGH 🌟

Looking for something to do this week? Here's what's happening around the village:

🍝 Notte di Pasta at York Bistro
Every Thursday from 4pm. A little slice of Italy in the heart of Martinborough, featuring a seasonal three-course menu and paired wines. $49 per person.

🍽️ Test Kitchen Winter Series – Eclipse Restaurant, Luna Estate
Every second Friday from 5 June – 16 October. Be among the first to try Chef Louis' latest creations as he experiments with dishes for the Eclipse menu.

✨ Winter Specials at Union Square Bistro & Bar
🍛 Curry Tuesday
🥘 Crockpot Thursday
🍖 Sunday Roast

🍔 Friday Feed-Up at the Pukemanu
Free kai at the bar every Friday. Come along, catch up with friends, and unwind at Martinborough's true local.

♠️ Poker Night at the Pukemanu
Every Wednesday night.

✨ Wairarapa Dark Sky Telescope Viewing & Astrophotography
This Saturday, 6pm–11pm | Ruakokopatuna Road

📣 Got an event, activity, special offer or experience coming up? Send us a message and we'll help spread the word in our weekly What's On posts for free.

See you around the village! 🍷🌿✨

🍲❄️ Business Spotlight: Union Square Bistro & Bar ❄️🍷

Warm up this winter at Union Square Bistro & Bar in the heart of Martinborough Village!

✨ Weekly favourites include:
🍛 Curry Tuesday – packed with flavour
🥘 Crockpot Thursday – slow-cooked comfort food
🍖 Sunday Roasts – the perfect way to end the week

Pair it all with local wines, great company, and the cosy atmosphere Union Square is known for.

📍 Martinborough Village

👑 What’s On This King’s Birthday Long Weekend in Martinborough 🍷✨

Looking for the perfect long weekend escape? Martinborough is packed with great food, wine, live music, markets and community celebrations this King’s Birthday weekend.

Here’s what’s happening around the village:

🎉 Palliser Kitchen First Birthday Party
📍 Palliser Estate Wines
📅 Friday 29 May | ⏰ 4:30pm – 9:30pm
Celebrate one year of Palliser Kitchen with food, wine, music and good company.

🛍️ Martinborough Community King’s Weekend Market 2026
📍 Waihinga Centre, Martinborough Square
📅 Saturday 30 May & Sunday 31 May | ⏰ From 10am
Browse local crafts, food, gifts and community stalls across the weekend.

🍝 King of Italian Sunday Lunch
📍 Cambridge Road Vineyard
📅 Sunday | ⏰ From 12pm
A long lunch with Italian-inspired food, wine and relaxed vineyard vibes.

🎶 Live Music at Martinborough Brewery
📍 Martinborough Brewery
📅 Sunday | ⏰ From 3pm
Rain and the Urban Bohemians will be bringing the tunes for a Sunday afternoon session 🍻

🏉 Greytown Rugby Football Club 150th Celebrations
📅 Friday 29 May – Sunday 31 May
A special weekend celebrating 150 years of rugby, community and legacy — including a Friday afternoon Golf Day in Martinborough for teams of 4.

⚠️ Please note: Some venues may have different opening hours over the long weekend, so we recommend contacting businesses directly or checking their social pages before visiting.

See you in Martinborough this King’s Birthday weekend 👑🍷

🎩🏍️ Martinborough Village Event Spotlight: Wairarapa Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride 2026

Martinborough Village is proud to spotlight the 15th edition of The Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride, rolling through Martinborough on Sunday 17 May 2026, meeting at 10am.

This stylish on-road motorcycling charity event brings together dapper riders in more than 1,000 cities worldwide, all riding on the same day to raise funds and awareness for men’s mental health and prostate cancer research on behalf of Movember.

Expect classic style, community spirit, and a wonderful cause at the heart of it all.

📅 Sunday 17 May 2026, from 10am
🔗 Register, Donate and keep updated: www.gentlemansride.com
Follow the event on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/1578027897285981

🌸 What’s On in Martinborough – Mother’s Day Weekend 🌸

Treat Mum (or that special mother-figure) to a special weekend in Martinborough 💕 From long lunches to relaxing spa time, there’s plenty to enjoy.

🍷 Parehua – York Street Bistro – Dinner, Saturday & Sunday from 4pm
🍽 The Runholder – Mother’s Day Lunch, Sunday from 11am
🫖 Tirohana Estate – High Tea, Sunday 2–4pm ($39, bookings essential)
🌹 Palliser Estate – Sunday lunch + complimentary Rosé for Mum 🥂
🍽 Waimeha, Cape Palliser Café, Bar & Grill – 3-course buffet lunch, Sunday 1pm ($35)
💆‍♀️ Brackenridge Day Spa – “Just Chill Package” $99 (usually $140) 💝
🍺 Martinborough Brewery – $10 bubbles, live music, fresh oysters & chocolate tastings

Make a day (or weekend!) of it and celebrate Mum the Martinborough way 🌿

👉 Got an event coming up? Send it through – we’re always happy to promote what’s happening in Martinborough!

✨ Business Spotlight: Mint of Martinborough ✨

A true gem in the heart of the village, Mint of Martinborough has long been a go-to for beautiful homewares, gifts, and kitchen inspiration 💚

While Sue isn’t going far and will still be part of our community, she’ll soon be closing the doors of Mint on 27th May 2026. Over the coming weeks, it’s the perfect time to pop in, say hello, and celebrate the wonderful space she’s created over the years.

🛍️ Closing Down Sale
Enjoy 20% OFF all stock — a great chance to pick up something special before the doors close!

🍳 Special Event: Le Creuset Cooking Demonstration Evening
📅 19th May 🎟️ Tickets just $10
📞 Contact Sue directly to secure your spot
06 306 6240 | 0276066240 | [email protected]

Let’s show our support and celebrate Mint over these final weeks — whether you’re shopping the sale, attending the demo, or stopping by for a chat 💚

✨ Event Spotlight: Palliser Kitchen Turns One! 🍷

Martinborough Village is the place to be on Friday 29 May as Palliser Estate celebrates the first birthday of Palliser Kitchen in delicious style. 🎂

🎟️ Tickets: $75 + booking fee

From 4:30pm – 9:30pm (and maybe a little later… if the dance floor calls 😉), enjoy an evening of:
🍽️ Seasonal relaxed walk‑and‑fork / canapé style bites by resident ‘Chiwi’ Chef Norka Mella-Munoz
🥂 A complimentary glass of Palliser bubbles on arrival
🎶 DJ beats to keep the vibe flowing (and your feet moving)
🍷 A curated selection of wines, plus beers & non-alcoholic options available

Expect bold winter flavours, great company, and a relaxed, social atmosphere in the heart of the village.

Celebrate a year of incredible food, raise a glass to what’s ahead, and don’t forget those dancing shoes 💃🕺

👉 Find out more & grab your tickets: https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2026/palliser-kitchen-first-birthday-party/wairarapa

🍇 Martinborough Round the Vines 2026 is calling! 🍷

📅 31 October 2026
🏃‍♀️ 10km & 21km run or walk through Martinborough’s stunning vineyards
✨ Early Bird tickets are still available – get in quick before prices go up!

💛 All proceeds go to Martinborough School, so you’re supporting a great local cause while having an unforgettable day.

🛏️ Make a weekend of it — book your accommodation early as places fill fast!

👉 Find out more & grab your tickets: https://www.roundthevines.org.nz/