VIP EXPERIENCE
Been a long year? Treat yourself!
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This year at Collins St, VIP tickets offer exclusive access to spaces at The Urban Winery and The National Distillery, both located right next to Collins Street and just steps from the action. You will receive a complimentary drink from each of these world-class beverage producers, and enjoy indoor bathrooms, private VIP bars, & a lux retreat where you can put your feet up & whenever you need a dance break. You can't see the stage from this little hideaway, but we know that 7 hours dancing on the street is a long time! So having an exclusive spot to put your feet up, cool off, and top up your glass isn’t a bad way to do it 😉
THE URBAN WINERY
Step inside The Urban Winery, home of Tony Bish Wines and New Zealand’s first urban winery, housed in Ahuriri’s iconic Art Deco Rothmans building. With an exclusive focus on Chardonnay, Tony Bish crafts wines that capture the elegance, complexity, and character of Hawke’s Bay. A true haven for wine lovers, The Urban Winery offers VIP festivalgoers a chance to savour world-class Chardonnay in a setting that blends craftsmanship, innovation, and charm.
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NATIONAL DISTILLERY COMPANY
Housed in the historic National Tobacco Company building, The National Distillery Company is where tradition meets creativity in every pour. Founded by friends Blair and Ricardo, this small-batch distillery crafts premium gin, vodka, rum, and whisky using locally sourced ingredients and time-honoured techniques. For VIP guests at Collins St, it offers a refined escape where you can quietly sip away at a well-earned, creatively crafted cocktail.
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