The NZ Cider Festival is back—and this year we’re celebrating 10 years of cider love! Join us on Saturday 1st November at the stunning Founders Heritage Park in Whakatū Nelson for a day of cider celebration, live music, and good times.

This one-of-a-kind festival brings together over 25 of New Zealand’s best cider, fruit wine, and mead producers, with more than 100 varieties to taste. From crisp classics to creative blends, you’ll find plenty to explore – and you’ll get the chance to meet the passionate people behind the craft.

The 2025 festival also coincides with the NZ Cider, Fruit Wine & Mead Awards, so you’ll be among the first to sample this year’s top award-winning drops. Alongside the cider action, enjoy an epic line-up of live music, kids’ zone, cider workshops with industry pros, and a mouthwatering range of local food trucks. There’ll even be local wine, beer, and cheeky cider cocktails for those who fancy mixing it up.

The festival is a celebration of all things NZ Cider and is an event for the whole family (under 18yrs free with adult/guardian).

Get your cider crew together, kick off the summer festival season, and celebrate ten years of New Zealand cider in style. It’s a Cider Lover’s dream – and a great day out for the whole family.