Join us at the Winehouse for a wild afternoon of creative inspiration at Wild Hearts Queenstown. Meet the best local and international vendors, designers, photographers and more, all while enjoying live music, industry Q&As, shopping, local wine, and food, before hitting Wild Hearts Runway at 4 pm.

For an extra special experience, why not treat yourself to a VIP ticket with an exclusive reserved front row seat to our Wild Hearts Runway Show. VIP’s receive complimentary drinks and canapés in the Together Journal/ Veuve Clicquot VIP haven, a seat on the runway and VIP tote bag (worth over $300) filled with goodies. VIP Tickets are strictly limited and will sell out fast. - Saturday 15th September 2018: 1pm to 5pm Runway show: 4pm

Nicole and Rob held their wedding at Winehouse in January 2018 and the stunning day was featured ini Issue 12 of Together Journal.

With the stunning backdrop of the Gibbston Valley mountains and the addition of lush greenery and festoon lighting to the marquee, the venue looked spectacular.

It's the little things that count on the day, and Nicole and Rob had the very unique table settings of ferroro rocher name tags.

Shared platters provided by our exclusive caterer In2Food made for a delicious and memorable day had by all.

Winehouse hosts another event in August with the Veuve Clicquot in the Snow Rose Winter Carnival.

With special performances from Both Runga, Jason Kerrison & Friends it should be a night to remember.

With the Veuve flowing and free transport to get you back in to town why wouldn't you join us out at Winehouse for such an event.

Purchase tickets at www.eventfinda.co.nz

Autumn is one of the most stunning seasons in Central Otago.

Burning leaves and clear nights - the atmosphere is set up to enjoy the best of Queenstown during these months. Couples are left being able to create warm spaces and impressive lighting leaving a feeling of love in the space.

Warm blankets, cranking fires, hot buttered rum and seasonal produce to tease the palate - its a full event creating laughter, fun and effortless delight for you and your guests.

Kalais & Ivan bought guests in from Samoa and other outside countries to enjoy their destination wedding in our slice of paradise. Filling our old homestead with culture, laughter and love for family it was a beautiful day with incredible people.

Autumn the season of change warming the heart alive with colour.

Photo Credit @alexiaraephotography

What better way to spend your Sunday!

For three weeks ONLY, we are welcoming renowned Central Otago brewers to join us at the Winehouse to share their latest news and showcase their labels.

Starting on the 8th of January, we will be open from 12-5pm with craft beer tastings and a range of food options.

In2Food will be joining us to create a set blackboard lunch menu of sharing platters and a selection of tapas throughout the day…

Lunch will be served from 12-3, numbers are limited and table reservations can be made here.

A great way to enjoy a Sunday doing something different at the gateway to Gibbston, with lawn games, craft beer and delicious food.

Only 25 minutes from town, we have transport organised *lalala

8th of January- Jabberwocky

15th of January- Cargo

22nd of January- Altitude

Gather you friends for some fun in the sun in Gibbston…

See you there!

What an exciting few weeks, our brand new pavilion extension has arrived and IT IS BEAUTIFUL! We are now able to receive up to 250 seated for private and corporate functions with loads of space to spare...

The extension adds light and a sense of warmth to the space but does not take away from the neutral tone allowing you to theme & decorate your event to your style.

We have already had the opportunity to put the new space to the test last week when we welcomed a corporate group of 250 for very neutral and naturally themed event. The guests enjoyed team building & tapas followed by a an absolute feast with a 3 course customised menu accompanied by our very own Pinot Noir... Needless to say, everyone was happy!

Corporate gatherings can be difficult to organise. Choosing the where and when prove to be two questions that can be tricky to answer. However, help is at hand. Here are ten reasons Spring is the perfect time for a corporate event.

1. Happiness - Spring makes people happy! The fresh sunny weather releases the hormones in our brains that create happiness.

2. Weather - With warmer temperatures, Spring means outdoor dining and events. Having an outdoor corporate gathering makes for better moods creating the opportunity for better networking and socialising.

3. Outdoors - After being cooped up indoors and in offices during those cold winter months, getting outdoors will be a crowd pleaser for all attending.

4. Nature - There is something about the blossoming flowers and wildlife that makes for a more comfortable setting for a gathering that at times can be serious.

5. Daylight - Daylight hours are longer! Flexibility in times and dates for corporate gatherings are always handy.

6. Activities - Outdoor team building activities are more enjoyable for everyone in Spring.

7. Themes- Spring is the perfect season for themed events. Injecting that extra but of fun into a corporate gathering is an effective ice breaker for everyone.

8. Getting to the country - Countryside venues are perfect for spring time.

9. Travel - Travelling to and from the venue is easy will little delays or issues related to the weather.

10. Employees and employers are refreshed - Everyone attending will leave refreshed and relaxed, ready for the busy summer months.

The Gibbston countryside is home to some of the most sought after characteristics in the Otago region.

Gibbston is a place of wine, mountains and beautiful walks, all of which make for a romantic and relaxing wedding destination. The continuously stunning panoramic landscape boasts a four season backdrop, perfect for both indoor and outdoor weddings.

The different colours each season brings, will make the day pop against the beautiful background of the ceremony and reception, making the wedding photographs individual and unlike any others. The breathtaking beauty of the Valley will give your day it's own unique style and sentiment.

The abundance of vineyards in this area make choosing the beverages for the day an enjoyable experience. There are plenty to choose from through the Valley and where better to choose a wine than from the surrounding wineries? The evocative nature of wine can add that special touch to your wedding day.

Gibbston is a short drive from Queenstown which gives a variety of activity options for the days surrounding the date. Guests will enjoy everything Gibbston has to offer from wine tasting to bike rides keeping them occupied while you go over those final wedding day details.

Gibbston also proves the perfect place to extend the wedding into the honeymoon with a range of activities suited to any couple. The relaxing a chilled out nature of This area is perfect for unwinding after the planning and preparations of the big day.

Gibbston is a place you will visit time and time again making it the perfect sentimental vacation spot for years to come.

Wedding season in Otago is Every season

People will tell you that Otago in one of the most desirable places to be in New Zealand and they are not wrong. Otago manages to host the best of each season which in turn shows off it's beautiful landscapes and lakeside towns.

Otago and weddings go hand in hand as far as destination weddings are concerned. Picking the perfect place for your special day can be difficult but the Otago area can help at any time of year. Be it Spring, Summer, Autumn or Winter, you are guaranteed to be surrounded by the beauty that engulfs this inland region.

Spring brings the abundance of blossoming flowers and wildlife while winemakers are busy tending to their vines for the warmer season. Snow still slightly caps the surrounding mountains making the scenery perfect for the wedding photos.

The higher temperatures in the summer months bring in the long warm sunny days perfect for an outdoor wedding for both day and night. Picture watching the sun go down over a glass of Pinot with family and friends on your big day.

Autumn is the perfect scene of extraordinary colour. The beautiful oranges and yellows make for a romantic backdrop to your wedding day. The serenity of nature will make the day relaxing yet exciting.

Otago boasts a stunning winter season with snow capped mountains and days of crisp clear sunshine that falls upon the valley. This rustic winter wonderland will tick every box of your dream winter wedding.

We love weddings at the winehouse. There is nothing better than seeing two people come together and embark on their journey of married life together.

This year, we have worked alongside #how many weddings# couples in creating their special day... After the big day, we went back to a few brides to find out what they wish they would have known before beginning the wedding process...

- It is very difficult to organise a wedding without upsetting someone. Don't let those people upset you.

- Things do not always go exactly to plan.

- On the day, you cant change a thing, concentrate on having a ball!

- Having an MC can make the whole process more smooth.

We are delighted to introduce Samantha Collins as the new Sales & Functions Manager at the winehouse. With years of experience in every area of hospitality & management, we can't wait to see how our new recruit will help the winehouse to flourish.

"As such a unique venue for both corporate & private events, we have been waiting for the right time to bring someone in to completely focus on the development of the winehouse. Having Samantha as both the single point of communication and face of the venue will allow us to completely focus on each client's specific needs from first point of contact to the days following the event." Phil Galbraith

The winehouse is an established venue & place of celebration in Gibbston Valley that welcomes groups from all over the world. Surrounded by vines and beautifully manicured gardens, we can welcome up to 300 guests and have multiple options to suit every group.

We can't wait to see what the future holds! Welcome to the team :)