Events
Third Monday of the month (ex Jan), 9.30am.
Hibiscus Coast Garden Club. Manly Bowling Club Hall, 56 Laurence Street, Whangaparoa. For people interested in horticulture & gardening. Includes shows/competitions, bus trips & talks. Annual fee $20pp, $25 couples; $3 door entry. Check the website
October 11 10am-4pm October 12 10am-3pm
Wellington Orchid Society Spring Show. Walter Nash Stadium, Tocker Street, Lower Hutt. Entry $4 cash, children under 12 free. Displays, sales and potting demonstrations (11.30am. 1.00pm, 2.30pm Sat, 11.30am, 1.00pm Sun)
Email: debsrodley@gmail.com
October 30 - November 2 2025
Hurunui Garden Festival. Private gardens and homes from Amberley to Gore Bay, and Waikari to Hamner Springs. Ticket costs and information on the website.
October 31 - November 9 2025
Taranaki Fringe Garden Festival. "Real gardens for real people". More than 40 gardens. Every year the selection includes new private gardens. $2 per person payable at each garden. Self-drive site map on website.
October 31-November 9 2025
Centuria Taranaki Garden Festival. 10 days of glorious gardens and exciting events. Plus Sustainable Backyards Trail and Taranaki Arts Trail. Programmes, maps and tickets from the website.
November 1-2
Kerikeri Rotary Garden Safari. Information and tickets on the website.
November 1-2
Dannevirke & Districts Spring Festival Garden Ramble. Take some time to visit these wonderful gardens. Some also have plants for sale. $5 per person, children free. Gate proceeds supporting Dannevirke St John's Shuttles.
November 1
Sherenden and Districts Garden Tour. Market 10am to 3pm at the school. See Facebook for more information and tickets.
November 1-2
Kaitaia Garden Safari. A chance to visit nine private beautiful spring gardens. Entry $5.00 per garden. Children free. For more information and flyer, contact Lynne
Email: lyn_ken@xtra.co.nz
November 1, 9am-4pm
Oroua Country Church & Garden Ramble. Enjoy 7 rural gardens plus refreshments served in charming country churches in northern Manawatu. Tickets $55 from Eventfinda.
November 2, 9.30am to 4pm
Te Awamutu Altrusa House & Garden Ramble. Access to 12 homes & gardens. Tickets $30
November 6-9 2025
Garden Marlborough. New Zealand's premier garden event. Garden tours, workshops and lectures. Visit the website for tickets.
November 7-9
Hawke's Bay Garden Affair. A celebration of the stunning gardens, creativity and community spirit of Hawke's Bay.
November 8-9, 9am-5pm
Katikati Garden Ramble. Features 17 gardens in both urban and rural settings. Organised by Rotary.
November 8, 9.30am-4pm
Fordell School Home & Garden Ramble. Explore beautiful local gardens while supporting the Fordell School playground upgrade. Coffee available on the day and picnic hampers can be ordered. Tickets $50.
November 13-16
Pacific Rose Bowl Festival, Roger's Rose Garden, Hamilton Gardens. Entry $5, Gold Card $2.50, under 16 free with adult.
November 14-16
Rotorua Festival of Gardens 2025. Explore more than 40 gardens. Some offer refreshments and plants for sale. More information and tickets on the website.
November 14-15, 10am-4pm
Flora Fest & Rose Show, St Andrews Centre, 85 Queen St, Waiuku. Franklin Rose Society Annual Show. Speakers: Lynda Hallinan, Jack Hobbs, Jacqui Knight; botanical workshops, floral displays, boutique market stalls. Koha entry for show, speakers $10.
November 14-15
Arohanui Hospice Hearts & Homes. Explore some of Palmerston North’s finest homes and gardens while supporting Arohanui Hospice. A wonderful day out with friends and family. Tickets $125
November 15, 9am-4pm
Cross Hills Gardens Country Fair. 339 Rangiwahia Road, Kimbolton. 180 stalls in our 18-acre gardens. $20 entry, under 16 free.
November 22-23
Pukaha Wairarapa Garden Tour. Two day self drive featuring beautiful and unique private gardens. Annual fundraiser for Pukaha National Wildlife Centre.
November 29
Great Barrier Island 'Spectacular by Nature' Garden Tour. Guided tours offering a unique opportunity to view a variety of residential gardens on the Island. More information and tickets on the website.
Web: www.gbigardentour.nz
To list your event please email details to office@gardeningnz.co.nz
7-Jan-2025
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