Walk of Wonders is a mesmerizing light & fire festival which guides its audience through a landscape of illuminated art installations and wandering performances, accompanied by a wondrous original musical score and interwoven with a tale of adventure and magic.
LIVE night is the apex of excitement, bursting with energy and extra live performances for this one night only. From heart-pounding live music to whimsical theatrics and surprise pop-up dance floors, the atmosphere is alive with rhythm and beats. As the night stretches out with a later finish, the party vibe intensifies, inviting families and party goers alike to revel in the festivities and create unforgettable memories as The Return Journey takes you to a place you'll want to stop and linger a little longer. The full lineup will be announced soon so keep an eye on our socials.
The loop through the grounds at Black Barn Vineyards is approximately 2 km and takes about an hour at a relaxed pace.
Yes. Walk of Wonders is an experience for people of all ages. For the little ones, you may want to bring a pram/pushchair as it's about a one hour walk.
No, children 2 and under are free and do not require a ticket.
Yes, anyone may take photos during their walk. Any professional equipment or photography must be pre-approved by management. Please get in touch with sarah@vesica.co.nz for more information.
Most of the loop is on flat limestone paths and is accessible. Some parts of the walk will go through the vineyard and may be steep or slippery. These sections can be skipped if needed.
Yes. Orton’s Catering will be offering a menu of seasonal favourites alongside a selection of wine & beverages from Black Barn Vineyards.
No, Walk of Wonders is a non-BYO event. There will be food and drink available for purchase in the Black Barn Grower’s Market Round and from Black Barn Bistro.
Walk of Wonders is an all-weather event and refunds will not be given due to poor weather conditions. Please be prepared for rain or shine.
There will be limited car parking available on-site at BBV and an overflow car park approximately 300 metres from the entrance to BBV. Please follow instructions from the traffic management team on arrival.
Well-behaved dogs are allowed but must be leashed the entire time. There will be flashing lights, lasers, sudden pyrotechnics and busy paths. Dogs that are easily spooked would not be appropriate.
- First, select your tickets for your night of choice. On the next page, you will find an option to add-on the Walk & Dine package with different time slots.
- If you have already booked your tickets, you can login to Eventfinda and click 'My Tickets.' Next to the order for the event, you will find a blue "Buy Add-Ons" button.
Remember, this special is only available as an add-on to an Adult ticket for Thursdays or Sundays.
Please note that the information provided may be subject to change, and it's always best to check with Vesica directly for the most up-to-date information regarding the Walk of Wonders art tour.
Some installations at Walk of Wonders may incorporate flashing lights and/or imagery which may be uncomfortable for those with photosensitivity or sensory processing disorders. Please let our staff know if we can help you to avoid installations or zones that may be triggering.
