Gourmet In the Gardens

When
Sun 2 Nov - Sun 26 Apr 2026
Where
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Rhododendron Lawn, Hamilton Gardens, Hamilton, Waikato
Entry
Free
Time
Sun 23 Nov, 4:00pm - 8:00pm
Sun 30 Nov, 4:00pm - 8:00pm
Sun 7 Dec, 4:00pm - 8:00pm
Sun 14 Dec, 4:00pm - 8:00pm
Sun 21 Dec, 4:00pm - 8:00pm
Sun 4 Jan 2026, 4:00pm - 8:00pm
Sun 11 Jan 2026, 4:00pm - 8:00pm
Sun 18 Jan 2026, 4:00pm - 8:00pm
Sun 25 Jan 2026, 4:00pm - 8:00pm
Sun 1 Feb 2026, 4:00pm - 8:00pm
Sun 8 Feb 2026, 4:00pm - 8:00pm
Sun 15 Feb 2026, 4:00pm - 8:00pm
Sun 22 Feb 2026, 4:00pm - 8:00pm
Sun 1 Mar 2026, 4:00pm - 8:00pm
Sun 8 Mar 2026, 4:00pm - 8:00pm
Sun 15 Mar 2026, 4:00pm - 8:00pm
Sun 22 Mar 2026, 4:00pm - 8:00pm
Sun 29 Mar 2026, 4:00pm - 8:00pm
Sun 5 Apr 2026, 4:00pm - 8:00pm
Sun 12 Apr 2026, 4:00pm - 8:00pm
Sun 19 Apr 2026, 4:00pm - 8:00pm
Sun 26 Apr 2026, 4:00pm - 8:00pm
Restrictions
All Ages
A beautiful family dining experience on the Rhododendron Lawn in the stunning Hamilton Gardens. Come along with the whole family and listen to the local live music while dining from the lineup of local food trucks. Bring your picnic blankets, chairs, and sunscreen. Come for dinner or dessert and connect with the whole community. Sunshine and smiles - See you there.
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