Hamilton Arts Festival Toi Ora ki Kirikiriroa is on at Hamilton Gardens from 20 Feb - 1 Mar 2026. Enclosed Garden closures will be listed here daily.

Gardens currently closed: Modernist Garden

Each Sunday afternoon throughout summer, the Rhododendron Lawn turns into a food lover's paradise!

Bring your friends, family, a picnic blanket and even your furry companions to enjoy the tastiest gourmet treats in a beautiful garden setting.

Location: Rhododendron Lawn, Hamilton Gardens
Best parking: Gate 2 Carpark
Every Sunday throughout summer from 4pm - 8pm

*Gourmet in the Gardens is weather dependent, please check their Facebook page using the link below for updates and to find out which food trucks will be attending each week.

 

Relocation for HAFTOK

During the Hamilton Arts Festival at Hamilton Gardens, Gourmet in the Gardens will temporarily relocate to two well-loved locations:

Sunday 22 February – Te Rapa Raceway
Location: Te Rapa Raceway, located off Te Rapa Straight, next to Fairview Ford, 
down the long driveway
Event time: 4pm–8pm
Entertainment: Vai Mai Natana


Sunday 1 March – Cambridge Pony Club
Location: Cambridge Pony Club, located at the Cambridge Raceway on the 
corner of Taylor and Victoria Streets
Event time: 4pm- 8pm
Entertainment: Daughters of Ally

The best family-friendly events and activities are held at Hamilton Gardens.

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