What Is The Red Barn Open Weekend?

The Red Barn Open Weekend is our much-loved annual event dedicated to all things weddings. Held at our stunning venue in Waikato, the weekend is thoughtfully designed with two key purposes in mind:

For newly engaged couples still searching for their perfect venue, it’s a chance to experience The Red Barn in full wedding-day mode. Wander through our ceremony spaces, soak up the atmosphere in the canapé area, and picture your celebration unfolding on our renowned outdoor dance floor. You'll also be able to explore both our indoor and outdoor bars, and step into the main dining room styled with a variety of table settings - from rustic charm to refined elegance - designed to inspire and help you envision your own dream day at The Red Barn.

For couples already booked for the 2025/2026 wedding season, the weekend is an invaluable opportunity to meet our extended team and connect with our trusted local vendors. You’ll gather inspiration, ask questions and have the opportunity to start bringing your dream celebration to life.

Why Attend Our Open Day?

No matter where you are in your wedding planning journey, The Red Barn Open Weekend is designed to inspire you and your other half. This weekend isn’t just about logistics - it’s about dreaming big and seeing those dreams in action. 

From exploring styled ceremony and reception setups to chatting with industry experts, this weekend is all about making planning feel exciting, not overwhelming. You’ll have the opportunity to ask questions, discover new ideas, and gain real clarity about your vision, whether you’re planning a relaxed, intimate gathering or an elegant, large-scale celebration.

Most importantly, you’ll walk away feeling confident, creative, and completely inspired - ready to take the next step toward your perfect wedding day.

What to Expect: Vendors, Tours & More

1. See the venue in action: Wander through our stunning inside and outside spaces and explore The Red Barn beautifully set up just like it would be on a real wedding day.
2. Meet trusted local vendors: We are proud to work with some of the best wedding vendors in New Zealand, all of whom share our passion for unforgettable celebrations. From photographers and florists to cake artists and stationery designers, you’ll get to chat with the experts who can help bring your wedding vision to life.
3. Get inspired: With a range of aesthetics and themes on display, this is the perfect time to explore ideas for colour palettes, ceremony layouts, table settings, lighting and more. Browse our décor hire and design collection and start making decisions that feel right for you.
4. Chat with our team: We’ve been hosting weddings for over 16 years, and we love sharing our knowledge! As well as ensuring you know our friendly faces ahead of your big day, you’ll get to meet the dedicated Red Barn team, ask questions (no question is silly!), and get expert advice on everything from timelines to personalised touches.
5. Visualise your wedding day: There’s nothing quite like seeing your dream venue styled to perfection - it makes planning so much easier (and way more fun!).