The 2026 Awards Presentation & Celebration evening will showcase local food, wine and entertainment while offering plenty of opportunity for networking and celebrating before and after the formalities of the event.
Don’t miss the black tie event of the year!
Presentation & Celebration Evening ticket inclusions and timings*:
Date: Friday 2nd October 2026
Location: McKay Stadium, 97 Western Hills Drive, Kensington, Whangārei
6.00pm Welcome drink and canapes
6.45pm Guests seated for karakia followed by the awards programme and seated meal
10.30pm Formalities conclude, and entertainment and networking continues
11.30pm Evening concludes
*Final programme is subject to changes
Early Bird Tickets (until 30th September)
$195.00+GST per ticket (members)
$215.00+GST per ticket (non members)
Standard Tickets (From 1 October)
$205.00+GST per ticket (members)
$225.00+GST per ticket (non members)
Ticket price includes
- Welcome drink & canapes
- Shared bread & dip platters, main (alternate drop) and dessert petite fours served to your table
- Three bottles of wine per table | Additional beverages will be available via the bar (note the bar is cashless – Eftpos and major credit cards accepted)
- Homemade non-alcoholic soda
- Awards programme and entertainment
Note: Entry to the Presentation & Celebration Evening is by ticket only. No ticket, no entry.
Tickets on sale August 2026

Gentleman – Look Sharp!
Visit Whangarei Menswear & Suit Hire for your suit requirements and request their “Northland Business Awards Discounted Package” offering black tie suit, shirt and tie for $140.
