The Stables Events Venue & Secret Garden - Matakana

The Stables Events Venue & Secret Garden - Matakana The Stables Events Venue & Secret Garden is an exquisite event space nestled in the picturesque countryside of Matakana. With stunning rural landscapes as its backdrop, it offers the perfect blend of natural beauty and sophistication to host dream weddings and special events. From intimate ceremonies to grand celebrations, their experienced Events Team will work with you to bring your vision to life, ensuring a day to remember. Beyond events, The Stables also serves as a charming restaurant for casual lunches, family meals or intimate dinners. Book today for an unforgettable experience in the heart of Matakana's country park.
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Andy Keys is closing out the Lazy Sundays. Bistro-style dining, a proper traditional Sunday roast and the flawless talen...
10/09/2026

Andy Keys is closing out the Lazy Sundays.

Bistro-style dining, a proper traditional Sunday roast and the flawless talent that is Andy Keys. This Sunday service is not one to be rushed.
Come in, take you time and we will take care of the rest

Lunch service only, and once it's booked out, that's it, no next week to catch it on.

Get in for the last Lazy Sunday.
Don't be the person who says "I've been meaning to go."

Bookings essential: https://stablesmatakana.co.nz/lazy-sundays

Two explosive Auckland acts, one night in Matakana.The RVMES open: alt-rock, funk, groove and reggae, pure electric ener...
10/09/2026

Two explosive Auckland acts, one night in Matakana.

The RVMES open: alt-rock, funk, groove and reggae, pure electric energy, Chili Peppers riffs, Police basslines, eight years and four albums deep.

Strangely Arousing close it out: over a decade of horns, groove and songs that stick, sold out Galatos and San Fran, played as far as Beijing, Dubai, Australia and South Korea.

If you know you know. If you don't, you'll want to be there to check it out!
It WILL BE one for the books.

Friday 16 October
The Stables Matakana.
Early Bird won't last.

https://stablesmatakana.flicket.co.nz/events/1a3d1283-a52a-4e25-8bae-0423c1d2329a?tc=fb

Christmas is calling and it's time to organise the office end of year party!Whether it's a long lazy shared feast, a pro...
09/09/2026

Christmas is calling and it's time to organise the office end of year party!

Whether it's a long lazy shared feast, a proper sit-down three-course or grazing platters and cocktails while everyone mingles, we have the menu to suit your party, not the other way round. With plenty of room to cater to groups of all sizes, corporate do or friend-group send off, we've got a format for it.

Tell us what your Christmas party actually needs and we'll put a menu together for it.

Spaces are booking out fast for December.
Call 094224040
Email [email protected] with your date, numbers, and what you're picturing and we'll take it from there.

Ballroom Dancing Classes at The StablesA new way to move, meet and mingle, no experience necessary.Locals Jonny D***s an...
08/09/2026

Ballroom Dancing Classes at The Stables
A new way to move, meet and mingle, no experience necessary.

Locals Jonny D***s and Amara Labb are bringing Ballroom and Latin American dancing to the Stables.
Ever wanted to feel more confident on the dance floor (or just moving to music in general)? Join us for six weeks of social dance classes at The Stables, a fun, low pressure way to learn to move with rhythm, meet new people, and build a bit of community while you're at it.

Starts: Wednesday 16 September, 6.30pm–7.30pm
Runs: Every Wednesday for 6 weeks
$120 for the term
Contact: Amara - 0221696481 / [email protected]

September at The Stables is stacked. Five nights, five completely different reasons to leave the house, just pick your f...
08/09/2026

September at The Stables is stacked.
Five nights, five completely different reasons to leave the house, just pick your favourite or just come to all of them!

🎤 MATAKANA COMEDY SHOW : This Friday - Real stand-up, not the "so, planes" open-mic kind. A line-up of NZ's sharpest comics doing what they do best while you eat, drink and forget about your inbox for two hours. Bring the mates who always say they "should get out more."

🎸 LAZY SUNDAY WITH ANDY KEYS: This is the Sunday you actually plan around. Andy Keys on the baby grand, a long lazy afternoon on the patio, good food, better company. No rushing, no plans after, just the kind of Sunday that resets you for Monday.

🎶 ABBEY ROAD - THE NZ BEATLES TRIBUTE SHOW: Friday 18th September.
Every hit, note for noteThe harmonies, the energy, the whole era, live. If you've ever wished you could've been at a Beatles gig, this is the closest Matakana's going to get you. Grab a table, bring your mum, sing along, nobody's precious about it.

🎩 JARRED FELL brings KIDS MAGIC SHOW: Sunday 20th September. Award-winning comedian-magician Jarred Fell (the guy who's performed for the likes of Jack Black and John Legend) turns it down a notch for the little ones, minus none of the skill. Proper sleight-of-hand, big laughs, kids gobsmacked, parents actually get to sit down for once.

💋 BURLESQUE WITH KIKI KISSES + SPECIAL GUESTS: Saturday 26th September. NZ's reigning Duchess of Burlesque brings the glamour, the sass and a full cast of guest performers for one very grown-up night out. Dress up, order the good bottle, expect to be thoroughly entertained.

One venue, five totally different nights out.
To book:stablesmatakana.flicket.co.nz

The Stables Matakana - Everything you need! If your organising a Conference. Your fortieth. Your gig, your Christmas do,...
07/09/2026

The Stables Matakana - Everything you need!

If your organising a Conference. Your fortieth. Your gig, your Christmas do, your reason to gather everyone in one place. The Stables bends to fit it with covered patio, open lawns, a private bar staffed all night, room for twelve or a thousand. Whatever the occasion, we build the night around it.

Then Matakana does the rest.

Because the second the last drink's poured, you're an hour from Auckland and surrounded by some of the best country the North has to offer, so why rush home?

Hit the water at Omaha, Leigh, Pakiri, Tāwharanui. White sand, clean surf, long coastal walks. Bring your snorkel and check out Goat Island Marine Reserve while you're at it.

Get lost in nature at Tāwharanui Regional Park is New Zealand's first open sanctuary, seven walking trails through native bush and out onto the coast.

Visit the vineyards that surround us.

Wander the art trail: Sculptureum's three sculpture gardens and six galleries, or the Brick Bay Sculpture Trail winding through bush and boardwalk.

Soak up the village: Saturday's Matakana Village Farmers Market, boutique shopping, galleries, that whole slow-Saturday feeling.

Eat well at Smiths Matakana, right next door, for when the setting deserves food to match it.

One night here turns into a weekend you didn't plan for. Get in touch and let's start building yours.

Enquires: [email protected]

Spring is coming and if you've got a reason to celebrate, this is your sign. 🌿A local family celebrated a special 40th h...
01/09/2026

Spring is coming and if you've got a reason to celebrate, this is your sign. 🌿

A local family celebrated a special 40th here recently and these photos say everything we could ever try to put into words. Kids on the lawn, adults actually relaxing, nobody stressing about the dishes.

That's the whole point.

Engagement party. Birthday milestone. Family reunion. Baby shower. You name it, we handle the food, the setup, the service, and the cleanup. You just show up and enjoy the people you love most.

Because you deserve a day where the hardest decision is whether to play Twister or Jenga. 😄

Sound like something your crew needs?

📩 [email protected]

01/09/2026

Throwback to the night The Stables turned into the wildest kids' concert in town 🌈

Sonic Boom brought the rockstar energy, flashy solos, bold costumes, and a room full of tiny air guitarists singing along at the top of their lungs. Ten-year-old drummer Indy Monroe stole the show, and two talented young performers from Warkworth Performing Arts got the crowd going too.

Proper first-concert energy for the next generation of gig-goers.

Studio 54 didn't let just anyone in.Bianca Jagger rode a white horse through the door. Grace Jones performed in a birdca...
01/09/2026

Studio 54 didn't let just anyone in.

Bianca Jagger rode a white horse through the door. Grace Jones performed in a birdcage. If your outfit wasn't a statement, you were still queuing on the pavement outside it didn't matter who you were.
Everyone is invited to the glory days of disco!

This Saturday, we're bringing that same "you had to be there" energy to The Stables and Smiths crew, you're on the list.
You don't walk in. You arrive.
Dress like you're on Rubell's list. Walk the red carpet. Dance till the mirrorball stops.

✨ STUDIO 54 ✨
📍 The Stables Matakana
📅 Saturday 5 September
🕖 7pm–late
🎧 DJ spinning disco & funk all night
👗 Dress code: disco or just YOU as a superstar, be sure to dress to impress!
Sequins, satin, platforms...the works.
🎟️ Tickets: https://stablesmatakana.flicket.co.nz/

We've teamed up with Charlie's Gelato to send one lucky family to Jarred Fell's Kids Comedy & Magic Show!Jarred's bringi...
31/08/2026

We've teamed up with Charlie's Gelato to send one lucky family to Jarred Fell's Kids Comedy & Magic Show!

Jarred's bringing his kids' show to The Stables on Sunday 20 September. We're giving away a family pass to watch him do his magical thing.

To win: guess Jarred's favourite ice cream flavour.

Drop your guess in the comments. Tag the parent whose kids need 90 minutes of someone else being the entertainment. Entries close 7th September. Winner messaged directly.

Lets get Guessing!!

26/08/2026

The Legacy Fest truck and our events team are going "Into The Wild" tomorrow. We're heading out around Matakana, Snells Beach and Warkworth to say hi to some of our favourite local spots.

We'll be popping into chat and share what's on at Smiths and The Stables Matakana, leaving a few bits behind for your customers, and handing out some spot prizes along the way! Make sure you stop us and say hi, you never know you might just win big!

Got a place we should swing by?
Tag your business below and we'll try to make it with some goodies for you!

Jarred Fell is bringing his kids' magic show to The Stables Matakana.Sunday 20 September | Comedy Magic MatineeJarred us...
17/08/2026

Jarred Fell is bringing his kids' magic show to The Stables Matakana.
Sunday 20 September | Comedy Magic Matinee

Jarred usually tours an R18 show, but by popular demand, he's now doing a version the whole family can enjoy. Same sharp comedy, same next-level magic, made for kids with a sprinkle of laughs for the adults. Perfect for young ones right through to teens.

Doors & lunch from 12pm, kitchen and bar open, then settle in for the show.

Tickets:
3 & under free
Kids (12 & under) $7+BF
Adults $12+BF
Family Pass $30+BF

Family Passes and Adult tickets are limited to accommodate seating.
Tickets on sale now.

https://stablesmatakana.flicket.co.nz/events/e3d792a1-813e-4871-95e9-54dc3fc9f9e2?tc=fb

MATAKANA COMEDY CLUB | DINNER & A SHOWPresented by The Stables Matakana, in partnership with Laugh Club NZFriday 11 Sept...
06/08/2026

MATAKANA COMEDY CLUB | DINNER & A SHOW
Presented by The Stables Matakana, in partnership with Laugh Club NZ

Friday 11 September, four of the country's sharpest stand ups land at The Stables Matakana for one night only: Angella Dravid, Pax Assadi, Nick Rado and Tarun Mohanbhai.

Doors 5.30pm for dinner, show starts 7.30pm. Go General Admission or step up to Dinner & Show for a pre-booked bistro menu and priority seats closest to the stage.

Presented with Laugh Club NZ.
Tickets: https://stablesmatakana.flicket.co.nz/events/7ecff437-c22a-47ce-bb25-9fc5cf43a5b4?tc=fb

03/08/2026

This Friday with DJ Flynny on the decks. Better Together, a free locals event @ The Stables Matakana. Winter called, and we answered. Come and have some fun with us! Tag who ya want to join you on the dancefloor 🤩😍💥

Better Together: Flynny's House Party

Planning a conference, offsite, or corporate event in Matakana? 🏢We've teamed up with Bachcare as our preferred accommod...
29/07/2026

Planning a conference, offsite, or corporate event in Matakana? 🏢
We've teamed up with Bachcare as our preferred accommodation partner - so your team has somewhere great to stay, right on our doorstep. Holiday homes across the region, easy booking, and a partner discount for our event clients.
Get in touch to start planning your next corporate event at The Stables Matakana.

[email protected]
www.bachcare.co.nz

Address

1151 Leigh Road
Matakana
0985

To reach the event space located on Leigh Road in Matakana, visitors can either take the public transport or drive. For those taking public transport, they can take the bus or train to Matakana and then walk to the venue. Alternatively, for those driving, they can park their car at the nearby designated parking lot and walk to the event space.

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The Stables Events Venue & Secret Garden - Matakana is a stunning wedding and events venue located in the charming countryside of Matakana. The venue offers a perfect blend of natural beauty and sophistication, surrounded by rolling hills and stunning rural landscapes. Whether you're planning an intimate ceremony or grand celebration, The Stables has the perfect space for your dream wedding or special event. Their experienced Events Team will work with you to bring your vision to life, ensuring a day to remember. The exceptional facilities at The Stables make it the premier choice for a truly unforgettable celebration. Additionally, The Stables Restaurant & Events Venue is perfect for casual lunches, family meals, intimate dinners, celebrations, birthdays, anniversaries, private functions, corporate conferences and larger scale events. Book your visit today and experience the charm of The Stables Events Venue & Secret Garden - Matakana!