Gardens to Visit & Events

Doing the rounds of beautiful gardens and garden shows is a wonderful way to gather inspiration and learn something new while exploring a different part of the country. It's even more fun when you can share the visits with family or a group of friends.

Region

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30 May 2026
Nelson-Tasman

Heritage Roses Nelson Cuttings Day

La Cren Room, Broadgreen Historic House, 276 Nayland Road, Stoke, Nelson. 1 to 4pm. Free entry. Please RSVP so we have plenty of supplies & refreshments on the day, to heritagerosesnelson@gmail.com 021-029-75797

https://www.heritageroses.org.nz
21-23 August 2026
Hawkes Bay

National Camellia Show and Convention

The 2026 NZ National Camellia Show and Convention will be held in Napier. Details will be updated on the website soon.

https://www.nzcamelliasociety.co.nz
26-27 September 2026
Canterbury

Botanical Expo

A fun, affordable event for gardeners and plant lovers. Specialists will love the rare alpines, bulbs and perennials. Super stalls to buy those impossible-to-find treasures, and demonstrations.

https://www.botanicalexpo.nz
29 October to 1 November 2026
Canterbury

Hurunui Garden Festival

Hurunui Garden Festival. Private gardens and homes from Amberley to Gore Bay, and Waikari to Hamner Springs. Ticket costs and information on the website.

http://www.hurunuigardenfestival.com
30 October to 8 November 2026
Taranaki

Centuria Taranaki Garden Festival

Centuria Taranaki Garden Festival is 10 days of glorious gardens and exciting events. Plus Sustainable Backyards Trail and Taranaki Arts Trail. Programmes, maps and tickets from the website.

http://www.gardenfestnz.co.nz/
30 October to 8 November 2026
Taranaki

Taranaki Fringe Garden Festival

Taranaki Fringe Garden Festival is about "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.

http://www.taranakigardens.co.nz/
30 October - 15 November 2026
Taranaki

Sustainable Trails

Aotearoa’s longest running sustainable garden trail! 10 days of visiting more than 25 properties talking with gardeners and DIY enthusiasts, who grow healthy, affordable backyards keeping the environment in mind.

https://www.sustainabletrails.org.nz
31 October - 1 November 2026
Northland

Kerikeri Rotary Garden Safari

Sponsored by New World, experience two days of discovery, beauty, and time to literally, smell the roses.

https://gardensafari.co.nz
1-8 November 2026
Northland

Sculpture Northland

Sculpture Northland 2026. Tai Tokerau sculpture artists showcase their creations at the magnificent Whangarei Quarry Gardens. Details on Facebook.

https://www.whangareigardens.org.nz/sculpture-northland
November 2026 - dates to be confirmed
Auckland

Auckland Garden Design Fest

The two-day design event, allows attendees to rub shoulders with some of New Zealand’s garden design elite and visit up to 16 unique, professionally designed gardens, while supporting incredible charities, including Youthline, Garden to Table, Forest & Bird, Dove Hospice & Wellness, and Rotary Newmarket.

https://gardenstovisit.co.nz/events/auckland-garden-designfest-2026/
Novmber 2026 - dates to be confirmed
Northland

Whangarei Garden Discovery

A biennial event. In 2024 12 fabulous gardens to visit. From vertical vegetable planting, enchanting subtropicals and small urban delights, to grand sweeping lawns, waterfalls and sculptures galore.

https://www.facebook.com/WhangareiGardenDiscovery/
5-8 November 2026
Marlborough

Garden Marlborough

Garden Marlborough is New Zealand's premier garden event. Garden tours, workshops and lectures. Visit the website for tickets.

http://www.gardenmarlborough.co.nz/
7-8 November 2026
Auckland

Waiheke Garden Festival

A self-drive event for gardeners and island visitors. 10 beautiful gardens, live music, local art for sale, delicious food, plant sales, market stalls. Festival is the primary fundraiser for the Jassy Dean Trust which supports sick children and their families on Waiheke Island.

http://waihekegardenfestival.org.nz
14 November 2026 - 18 February 2027
Auckland

Sculpture in the Gardens

Sculpture in the Gardens is run by the Friends of the Auckland Botanic Gardens and hosted by Auckland Botanic Gardens. It is held every second summer. There is also a permanent collection on display. This year 20 artists have been selected to exhibit. The event also features indoor galleries, guided walks, entertainment and workshops.

https://www.sculptureinthegardens.nz
19-22 November 2026
Bay of Plenty

Bay of Plenty Garden and Art Festival

Get ready to explore the wonderful Bay of Plenty, visit your choice of over 60 beautiful gardens, and meet more than 100 magnificent artists.

https://www.gardenandartfestival.co.nz
22 & 22 November 2026
Wairarapa

Pukaha Wairarapa Garden Tour

The annual fundraising event for Pukaha National Wildlife Centre. Enjoy the wonders of spring in Wairarapa's backyard.

https://wairarapagardentour.co.nz
21 November 2026
Manawatu-Whanganui

Cross Hills Gardens Country Fair

Set in 18 acres of the most beautiful private gardens, you'll find a record number of artists, makers, creators, growers and all round clever people who have travelled from all corners of the North Island in New Zealand to showcase their product!

https://www.crosshillsfair.co.nz/
28 November 2026
Auckland

Spectacular by Nature Great Barrier Island Garden Tours

This is a unique opportunity to view a variety of residential gardens on the Island. The guided tours will enable you to visit charming cottage gardens, to see spectacular coastal panoramas and experience the hidden native flora and birdlife. The ticket includes tour transportation, a scrumptious morning tea and a charming Devonshire afternoon tea. The Garden Tour is a major fundraiser for the Great Barrier Island Community Health Trust.

https://gbigardentour.nz/
5-7 or 12-14 November 2027 - to be confirmed
Hawkes Bay

Hawke's Bay Garden Affair

A celebration of the stunning gardens, creativity and community spirit of Hawke's Bay.

https://www.facebook.com/people/HB-Garden-Affair/61565985003137/?_rdr
19-21 November 2027
Bay of Plenty

Rotorua Festival of Gardens 2027

Explore more than 40 gardens. Some offer refreshments and plants for sale. More information and tickets on the website.

http://www.rotoruagardens.org.nz/