Gibbs Farm Sculptural Park - In Support of the Petal Foundation
Join us for an unforgettable day at the iconic Gibbs Farm and help us raise vital funds for The Petal Foundation.
Date and time
Location
2421 Kaipara Coast Highway
2421 Kaipara Coast Highway Makarau, Auckland 0984 New ZealandRefund Policy
About this event
Join the Petal Foundation for a Day of Art at Gibbs Farm Sculpture Park
Help us raise funds to provide short-term emergency care for vulnerable newborns by spending a memorable day at the stunning Gibbs Farm Sculpture Park.
Located on 400 hectares of open-air farmland along the Kaipara Harbour, Gibbs Farm is home to an extraordinary collection of large-scale, site-specific artworks by some of the world’s most renowned artists including Anish Kapoor, Sol Le Wit and Richard Serra. This privately owned park offers a unique opportunity to explore art and nature at your own pace.
What to Expect:
Self-Guided Tour: Wander the park at your leisure. A site map / sculpture guide booklet will be provided on arrival.
Stunning Views & Artworks: Discover world-class sculptures and enjoy breathtaking views of the harbour from a range of perspectives.
Exotic Animals: The farm has many resident animals, including giraffes and emus!
Visitor Information:
Duration: Allow 2–3 hours to complete the walk.
What to Bring: Comfortable walking shoes, a jacket or coat, sunscreen and a water bottle are recommended.
Terrain: The route includes both rolling farmland and paved roadways. A moderate level of fitness is required (Note: The terrain may be challenging for strollers).
Facilities: Toilets (Portaloos) are available at both carparks: 2421 Kaipara Coast Highway and Barr Road. An accessible 7-block toilet facility is located at the Giraffe House.
Food & Drink: Picnics are welcome! There will also be a coffee cart and sushi truck on site.
Groups:
- We have limited discounted tickets for groups of 10 or more. Please email Helen at admin@petal.foundation for more information.
Please note:
- There are 2 entrance gates (2421 Kaipara Coast Highway and Barrs Road) - please park at the gate that is specified on your ticket.
- Please show your ticket to our staff at the gates upon arrival.
- No charge for kids under 3.
- Gibbs Farm is a private property. It is important to read the terms of access prior to your visit: https://bookings.gibbsfarm.org.nz/media/terms%20of%20access.pdf
- There are large lakes and ponds that will require supervision of children, as will encounters with various animals at several locations on the property.
- The event will still go ahead if it is raining.
- All funds raised from ticket sales will go directly to the Petal Foundation to support vulnerable newborns (www.petal.foundation).
- More information on Gibbs Farm can be found here: FAQs at gibbsfarm.org.nz
A huge thank you to Gibbs Farm for their generous support.