Meet the Maker Lighthouse Gin Tasting

THE RUNHOLDER, MARTINBOROUGH | FRIDAY 23 OCTOBER 2.30PM-4.30PM

Drop into The Runholder cellar door between 2.30pm-4.30pm for an relaxed tasting with Lighthouse Gin Head Distiller, Rachel Hall.

Rachel will be pouring Lighthouse Gin Original, Hawthorn Navy Strength and Barrel Aged Gin and will give you a deeper insight into the distilling process, the botanicals and what makes her craft so special. 

No bookings needed - just come along, taste and chat. 

$20 per person for gin tasting.

Meet the Maker Te Kairanga Tasting

THE RUNHOLDER, MARTINBOROUGH | FRIDAY 30 OCTOBER 2.30PM-4.30PM

Drop into The Runholder cellar door between 2.30pm-4.30pm for an relaxed tasting with Te Kairanga Winemaker, Martin Bell. 

Martin will be pouring his favourite Te Kairanga wines and sharing stories of the winery, the wines and the Wairarapa region. 

No bookings needed - just come along, taste and chat. 

$25 per person for wine tasting.

Mt Difficulty New Vintage Release Dinner

MT DIFFICULTY, BANNOCKBURN CENTRAL OTAGO | SATURDAY 31ST OCTOBER 6.30PM

Join us for an evening of fine wine, great company and a first taste of the latest vintage releases from Mt Difficulty.

Hosted by Winemaker Greg Lane, the evening will include canapés and drinks upon arrival followed by three courses thoughtfully created by Chef Stacia Andani, paired with Mt Difficulty new release wines.

Wines on the evening will include the new releases of Mt Difficulty Bannockburn Chenin Blanc, Chardonnay, Pinot Gris, Riesling and Pinot Noir.

$160 per person for canapés and three courses with paired wines.

Tickets are limited, please email cellardoor@mtdifficulty.nz to book your table.

Toast Martinborough

THE RUNHOLDER, MARTINBOROUGH | SATURDAY 14 NOVEMBER 2026

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Experience the new era of Toast, iconic and much-loved wine festival among the vines, now hosted exclusively at The Runholder, bringing together some of our favourite wineries, makers, performers and culinary talent for one unforgettable day.

Perch on the hillside by the vines or settle in beneath the trees as you sip your way through fine wines, small-batch gin and local beer, and indulge in a sophisticated food offering designed to elevate the tasting experience.

We’re honoured to welcome on stage Sir Dave Dobbyn performing his legendary singalongs and timeless Kiwi anthems, supported by The BeatGirls, Sweet Mix Kids and DJ Takas bringing the energy with their dancefloor hits.

Marking the start of summer, this is the perfect occasion to gather your friends, whether a weekend escape to wine country, a special celebration, or simply an afternoon of nostalgia and great music, Toast Martinborough is where it all comes together.

General Admission $123 + iTICKET fees
VIP Experience $549 + iTICKET fees

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