Step into the magic of Martinborough with an unforgettable evening of creativity, indulgence, and stargazing- part of the Pour & Explore series celebrating the best of local flavour and experience.
Begin the evening with a guided wine tasting from the passionate team at Stadko (located beside the Martinborough Brewery), showcasing a selection of their elegant, small-batch wines. Find your favourite and grab a bottle to take home- perfect for gifting or continuing the magic later.
Then settle into their beautiful tasting room, where you’ll be welcomed with a glass of your chosen wine and guided through a night sky inspired painting session with the team from Ventana Art Space. Whether you're a seasoned artist or picking up a brush for the first time, this relaxed, hands-on experience invites you to create under the spell of twilight tones and celestial charm.
As your artwork dries, indulge your senses with a chocolate tasting hosted by Elly from be happy chocolate. Sample her handcrafted, ethically made bars and select your favourite block to take home. Warm your hands around a velvety be happy hot chocolate and...
Head outside for a gentle stroll to Considine Park with Charlotte from Wairarapa Dark Sky and Chris from Under the Stars. There they will guide you through a tour of the southern stars. Learn to navigate constellations, hear the ancient stories above us, and experience the awe of Martinborough’s dark sky sanctuary.
Full experience 5-9pm (full time breakdown below)
🍷 Guided wine tasting + 1 glass included
🎨 Sky-inspired painting session with Ventana (1.5 hrs)
🍫 Chocolate tasting, hot chocolate + a bar to take home
🌌 Stargazing walk and guided celestial tour with Charlotte
🛍 Option to purchase your favourite wine to take home
Whether you’re visiting Martinborough or rediscovering your backyard, this Pour & Explore experience blends art, wine, chocolate, and the cosmos into one unforgettable night.
Date & Time: Fri 15th Aug | 5-9pm
Location: The Stadko Tasting Room
Located at the Martinborough Brewery, 10 Ohio Street.
Price: $119pp
5pm arrive to order food from The Social Chef Foodtruck if you’d like- you can enjoy your food during your painting workshop.
530-6pm- Wine Tasting
6-730pm- Painting & Eating (food to be ordered before tasting begins)
745-815pm- Chocolate Tasting
830-910pm- Star Gazing Walk
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