Marlborough - Tauihu

In early 2023, Marlborough was proudly recognised as the sixth most welcoming region in the world, and from the moment you arrive, you’ll understand why. You’ll be greeted not only with genuine warmth but also by a region brimming with natural beauty and community spirit.

Marlborough is the perfect location for your next conference or event. Surrounded by stunning landscapes and world-renowned vineyards, the region offers a range of versatile venues, including a purpose-built events centre and theatre equipped to deliver exceptional experiences.

Located at the geographic heart of Aotearoa New Zealand, Marlborough is easily accessible by air, road, rail, or ferry, and the journey itself offers spectacular scenery. Once here, you’ll discover a region celebrated for its food and wine, from internationally acclaimed sauvignon blancs and award-winning gins to fresh seafood and a thriving craft beer scene.

Marlborough is also home to the iconic Marlborough Sounds, which make up nearly 20% of New Zealand’s coastline, offering endless opportunities for walking, biking, and exploring. Add in a vibrant, year-round events calendar, and you have the perfect backdrop for a conference with lasting impact.

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Whether it is an executive meeting overlooking the vines, a small conference down in the Marlborough Sounds or a larger conference, Marlborough can cater for a range of conferences and business events.

The Marlborough Events Centre is Marlborough’s key purpose-built conference venue. Located in the centre of Blenheim, the centre caters for up to 450 people theatre or cocktail style, or 300 for a banquet.

Adjoining the Events Centre is Marlborough’s modern ASB Theatre which can comfortably accommodate 700 delegates in its main auditorium, or 300 for a banquet dinner on stage.

Marlborough also offers a multitude of other venues, including bespoke and unique vineyard or waterside options perfect for a smaller gathering

A business event in Marlborough is incomparable, inspiring, close to nature, connected and full of
kindness. Discover, explore and taste the best of Marlborough, where food, wine, cultural heritage,
scenery and adventure meld into a memorable experience.

We have all the best ingredients in one amazing place.
- Location & short distances
- Appointed state-of-the-art venues
- Strong network within Marlborough & warm hospitality
- Endless activity possibilities
- Regionality & pure environment

Conferences:
The region offers a low cost per delegate, yet a wealth in options when it comes to venues, pre or post-conference activities, world-class dining and accommodation.

With a number of purpose-built meeting facilities to choose from, Marlborough can cater for all conference and business event requirements, whether it is an executive meeting overlooking the vines, a smaller conference in the Marlborough Sounds, or a large industry event in central Blenheim.

Incentives:
Whether you are looking to indulge your clients, customers or team in an outstanding wine and food experience, cruise to a luxury retreat in the Marlborough Sounds, or embark on an extraordinary team building adventure by the sea or in the high country, Marlborough has a myriad of options. Tailored incentive itineraries are easily customised to set your experience apart from the rest.

Marlborough also has a range of stunning events that could provide the perfect foundation for incentive and special interest group tours.

The right social programmes are vital to ensure your event runs sustainable and stays in your delegates mind for a long time. Leave the conference room for an afternoon or a day and head outdoors. Incorporating uniquely Marlborough activities into your conference or business event programme is simple, and is sure to boost your delegate numbers.

With all of Marlborough’s key attractions located within a short drive of Blenheim and Picton, options such as treating your guests to a private wine tasting with a local winemaker, a seafood cruise in the Marlborough Sounds or gourmet vineyard lunch experience is time-efficient and very convenient to organise.

Marlborough is splendid in every season, from cracker summer days to calm, crisp winter weeks.
Protected by mountain ranges, the temperature and climate and high sunshine hours make Marlborough a fantastic year-round destination.

SUMMER | 1 DECEMBER - 28 FEBRUARY
Summer in Marlborough celebrates life’s simple pleasures. Whether you’re sailing, kayaking, paddle boarding or rowing a dinghy across the bay, summer is about walking trails, cool rivers, leaping from a rope swing into the water, hammocks, and spending time around, on and in the water.
Average max temperature: 23°c

AUTUMN | 1 MARCH - 31 MAY
The annual grape harvest is in full swing while the grapevines change to autumn hues – each block a different colour. 
Take advantage of the great weather, hit the walking and biking trails, bring your camera to capture Marlborough’s stunning autumn colours.
Average max temperature: 19°c

WINTER | 1 JUNE - 31 AUGUST
With crisp blue skies and abundant sunshine, winter is Marlborough’s best hidden secret. The glassy, still waters of the Marlborough Sounds, with abundant marine wildlife, makes winter the perfect time to explore.
Average max temperature: 13°c

SPRING | 1 SEPTEMBER - 30 NOVEMBER
Crisp mornings and warm, sunny afternoons will have you spellbound by spring in Marlborough. As new buds form on the region’s vines and fruit trees, spring marks the release of the latest Sauvignon Blanc. Enjoy the warm spring days in a Marlborough Sounds luxury lodge, and explore with a scenic cruise or by kayak.
Average max temperature: 18°c

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