West Auckland Wedding Showcase
See More – Compare Better
Weighing up venue options? This showcase brings together venues, planners & vendors
so you can see what suits your style, guest count and budget — before committing.
20 Vendors • 3 Stunning Properties • 1 Day • FREE Entry
Sunday, 18 October • 11am – 3pm • Abel Estate, Tui Hills & Chapman House
Why See More Before You Decide?
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Compare venue layouts, wet-weather options and styles side-by-side
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Ask direct questions about pricing, timing and logistics
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Understand trade-offs before signing contracts
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Make decisions with confidence, not guesswork
Here’s What’s Included
✨ Meet 20 Wedding Vendors
Photographers, videographers, florists, celebrants, DJs, cake makers and more — discover everything you need to plan your dream wedding.
🏰 Tour The Venues
Explore Abel Estate and Tui Hills, including ceremony spaces, reception areas, and the elegant bridal rooms where the celebrations begin.
🎤 Exclusive Presentations at Noon
At each venue, there’ll be a Q&A session focused on styling for the ceremony areas and reception rooms.
🏡 Visit Chapman House
Just steps from Tui Hills, discover our popular accommodation option with city views for wedding parties and out-of-town guests. Perfect for getting ready, relaxing the night before, or hosting family and friends.
🌿 Sample Styling Tables
See examples of table set-ups from our team plus outside vendors. Stylists will be on hand to chat with you.
🎁 Prize Draw
Enter to win a luxury hamper packed with special offers from our vendors and venues. Collect stamps from at least half the vendors in your Showcase Passport to go in the draw.
📸 Digital Photo Booth
Snap fun, shareable pictures to remember the day.
🍴 Complimentary Canapés
Enjoy delicious bites served throughout the showcase.
🍹 Enjoy Refreshments
Bars at both venues will be open for drink purchases — relax while you explore.
Abel Estate
Abel Estate is the lakeside wedding venue with sweeping views and a modern reception space for stylish celebrations. Explore the contemporary room overlooking the grounds, the Vineyard Suite bridal room, and the clear-walled marquee for wet-weather weddings and cocktail hour. Walk onto the white jetty over the lake or into the rotunda and imagine your day. Discover around a dozen photo spots across the two-hectare property, with the lake, vines and landscaped grounds as your backdrop.
📍 34 Pomona Road, Kumeu, Auckland Website
Tui Hills
Nestled in the Waitākere Ranges, Tui Hills is a true Kiwi-style wedding venue, set among lush native bush just 30 minutes from Auckland. Walk down the bridal path and stand in the Kowhai Glade next to the iconic rotunda and imagine your wedding day surrounded by greenery. In the Nikau Pavilion, you’ll enjoy the indoor-outdoor feel of the award-winning wet-weather ceremony area. In the historic venue building look around the Nectar Room dining area and Tui Suite bridal room.
📍 1012 Scenic Drive North, Swanson, Auckland Website
Chapman House
Right next door to Tui Hills, Chapman House is a spacious retreat ideal for bridal preparations, overnight stays, or hosting family and friends. With five bedrooms, generous living spaces, and a private garden deck, it makes wedding weekends seamless. Take a look at the bedrooms, including the premium bridal bedroom with large en-suite bathroom and walk-in wardrobe. See how much space there is in the dining/living area and walk out onto the deck to enjoy a view of the city and Sky Tower.
📍 1010 Scenic Drive, Swanson, Auckland Website
Photographers
Meet a selection of top wedding photographers and videographers who can tell you about their creative vision and how they can make lasting wedding-day memories.
Florists/Stylists
Meet venue florists from Florescence Floral and Go Flowers, plus get styling advice from members of our team about how to create stunning tablescapes & more.
Celebrants
There’s no wedding without someone to perform the ceremony. Talk to the celebrants attending the showcase about how they can help you craft your vows and more.
DJs, Live Music
DJs and a live act will be at the showcase. Find out about how they could fit into your day, and match your musical tastes, while you’re enjoying their sound.
Cakemakers
Cakemakers will be on hand at each venue to show you the sort of designs and flavours that will add a centrepiece to your reception and wow your guests.
Register Here to Attend
Take a few moments to fill in this form for your free entry.
Why You’ll Love It
Planning a wedding can feel overwhelming — but the West Auckland Wedding Showcase makes it simple, fun, and inspiring.
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Two venues, one event: Experience both Abel Estate and Tui Hills in a single afternoon, each fully styled so you can picture your big day.
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Meet the best in the business: 20 trusted vendors under one roof (well, two rooves!) means no endless Googling, emailing, or guesswork.
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Learn from the experts: Get real tips on styling your ceremony and reception areas, from people who live and breathe weddings.
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Taste, sip & enjoy: We’ll be bringing around platters of complimentary canapés plus there’s a cash bar throughout the day.
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Exclusive prizes & offers: Be in to win a luxury hamper and unlock showcase-only deals from vendors and venues.
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Step inside Chapman House: See our spacious accommodation option right next to Tui Hills — perfect for bridal prep and guest stays.
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It’s free! There’s no cost to attend, but spaces are limited — so secure your place today.
Accommodation On Show
Whether you want a romantic suite all to yourself, want to provide accommodation for the whole wedding party, or have overseas guests who need a room for the night, there’s a solution next door to Tui Hills, just a 12-minute drive from Abel Estate along back roads.
Chapman House, at 1010 Scenic Drive North, Swanson, has a commanding view over West Auckland toward the city. It accommodates up to 10 people in a premium homestay with a modern, refurbished kitchen, bedrooms and bathrooms, and a large lounge-dining area that opens onto a spacious deck.
During the Wedding Showcase, visit Chapman House overlooking Tui Hills and see for yourself how it can make your wedding even more special. Ask us about booking and how you can save 10% on the prices charged by Airbnb.