Martinborough Star Gazing and Pick Your Own Lavender
Come along with your telescope, a torch, and evening picnic as Becky Bateman, Astronomy Guide from Under The Stars helps you navigate the stars, then pick some laveder as you watch the sun set.
Farms
Lavender Abbey
Every year in January, Lavender Abbey hold popular "Pick Your Own Lavender" days at their property in Carterton.
Visitors from all over New Zealand come to experience lavender growing wild and enjoy the incredible aroma. With more than 2000 flowering lavender plants its like a slice of Provence right here in Carterton.
Ranui Essentials
Just south of Martinborough is the award winning lavender farm and shop of Ranui Essentials.
Wairarapa A&P Show
The Wairarapa A&P Show is held every Spring at the Clareville Showgrounds just outside of Carterton. Livestock, equestrian, farm machinery and wood choppers all have their day in the sun at this fantastic family event.
Olivo
Spend an afternoon at Olivo - the Wairarapa's oldest commercial olive grove with a Tree to Table tour. Wander through the groves, learn about different olive varieties and what happens throughout the year. Then finish up with a tutored olive oil tasting - from pure extra virgin oil to intriguing infusions. You will learn how to taste extra virgin olive oil like the professionals do!
Golden Shears
The Masterton Golden Shears is a huge Wairarapa event attracting visitors from across Australasia, all for a shot at the Sheep Shearing Championship.
The Wool Shed
The Wool Shed is a glimpse into the farming history of the Wairarapa and the international sport of shearing. Located in Masterton, across the road from Queen Elizabeth Park, The Wool Shed is a great family thing to do.
