SIR DAVE DOBBYN’s

GARDEN PARTY

Saturday 27 March 2027

The Stables & Secret Garden, Matakana

Sir Dave Dobbyn performs live at The Stables and Secret Garden for the very first time. Easter Saturday, 27 March 2027.

One of the most decorated songwriters this country has produced brings his full live band to Matakana, with a set drawn from nearly five decades of New Zealand music. From Th' Dudes to DD Smash to a solo catalogue that has topped charts in two countries and earned him the Silver Scroll more times than any other songwriter in history.

Loyal. Slice of Heaven. Welcome Home. Guilty.

Be Mine Tonight. Kingdom Come.

These are songs New Zealanders have been singing their entire lives. Hear them live, outdoors, in a intimate setting in Matakana on Easter Saturday.

With New Zealand rock legends Hello Sailor and Sonar Flare opening the day.

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From the beach to the garden

Easter weekend on the Matakana Coast is its own kind of New Zealand experience.

Spend Friday night settling into your bach or campground. Wake up Saturday morning and drive to Omaha, four kilometres of white quartz sand with views all the way to Little Barrier Island, where the Māori name for the beach translates as "place of pleasure." Or head to Tāwharanui if you want the wilder one — a protected sanctuary with surf, native birds, and coastline that confirms your in paradise.

Hit the Matakana Village Market on your way back. Pick up something good. Have a coffee. Take your time.

Then, when the afternoon peaks, head to The Stables Matakana for a carefully curated, capped and intimate music experience.

We've partnered with Bachcare on accommodation for the Garden Party — your ticket confirmation email includes a special discount code for your stay. There's no better reason to make it a full Easter weekend.

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LEGACY FEST EVENT FAQ’s

  • Legacy Fest takes place at The Stables Events Venue and Secret Garden, inside Matakana Country Park, just 50 minutes north of Auckland. This event is NOT in the Matakana Country Park oval.

  • Gates open at 1.00 pm, with live music from 1 pm until approx 9.45 pm.

  • Legacy Fest is an R18 event. Please bring valid photo ID.

  • Legacy Fest is an outdoor event and will go ahead rain or shine, unless weather conditions make it unsafe. Bring a jacket just in case!

    The indoors of Stables is allocated as bars, and food and portaloos will also be directly outside the venue

    We have done our best to accommodate as many seats as possible, whilst still making it comfortable, and we have a capacity of 1000.

  • Free parking is available within Matakana Country Park including the oval which can be accessed by the St Andrews church. Take note that this is at your own discretion based on your vehicle type and taking into consideration the rain we have recently had.

    Please note there is NO parking directly outside The Stables, as this area will be used for food trucks and portaloos. We recommend allowing extra time for arrival.

    Please note that The Stables does not manage bookings for the Matakana Caravan Park. If you plan to camp, contact them directly to arrange your stay.

  • The venue has flat-ground access throughout the park and within all event areas. Disabled parking will be available directly outside Smiths and The Stables, with clear signage on the day. There is also disabled toilet access inside the venue that is available for those in need. If you require specific assistance or have accessibility questions, please phone us on 09 422 4040 before the event.

  • Yes! We will have a food vendor available on site which will include GF, VG, V and DF options.

    A selection of wine, beer, cocktails and non-alcoholic options will be available throughout the day.

    We have Paywave, EFTPOS and cash tills available, however there are no eftpos machines within the park.

    NO PASSOUTS.

  • Outside food and beverages are not permitted, but there’s plenty to choose from on site.

  • Bring weather appropriate gear (hats, sunscreen or jackets in case of rain), ID, and a refillable water bottle. Please leave chairs at home. This is a boutique event in an intimate garden setting, if you’re relaxing near the dance area, be mindful of those moving around you so everyone can enjoy the space.

  • Absolutely. Matakana Village, Omaha, Warkworth, Snells Beach and Point Wells all offer great accommodation within a 10-20 minute drive. Book early as this is a popular weekend. For a one-stop shop please visit Matakana Coast Tourism. Please note: there is no camping or sleeping permitted in cars. We also have an amazing partner discount with Bachcare - check your ticket confirmation email for the deets!

  • No passouts for this event.

Legacy Fest is an independently produced boutique music festival held annually at The Stables and Secret Garden, Matakana Country Park.

Produced by Creative Hospitality Group, and it’s small but mighty events team. Auckland Anniversary Weekend, January 2027.

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