New Zealand Food Awards Gala Dinner 2025

Gala Dinner

Join us for a black-tie celebration, hosted by MC Jeremy Corbett, where this year's category winners and the Supreme Award will be announced. An unforgettable night of fine food, entertainment, and industry connection on 16 October at the Central Energy Trust Arena, Palmerston North.

When: 6.30pm – 11pm, Thursday 16 October 2025

Where: Central Energy Trust Arena, Palmerston North

Parking: Onsite parking available at venue

Ticket Prices (excl. GST + booking service fee):

• Individual - $220
• Table of 10 - $2,150

Networking & Tours

Connect with your peers, fellow finalists - and winners - and industry leaders over breakfast, then explore cutting-edge food innovation on an exclusive tour of regional industry innovations.

When: 8.45am - ~12.00pm, Friday 17 October 2025

Where: The Refectory, Massey University, Palmerston North

Ticket prices (excl. GST + booking service fee):

Networking Breakfast & Tour

• Individual – $50
• Table of 10 – $450

Dinner + Breakfast & Tour

• Individual – $250
• Table of 10 – $2,400

When purchasing tickets, you will be given the opportunity to make seating requests and confirm dietary requirements.

Enquiries: nzfoodawards@massey.ac.nz

Tickets on sale 8.00am, Tuesday 12 August - 5pm, Monday 6 October

Preferred accommodation provider: the Quest - special rate of $260 for NZ Food Awards guests. Please contact them directly, either via phone (06 357 7676) or email (reservations@questpalmerstonnorth.co.nz) and specify that you are travelling to Palmerston North for the NZ Food Awards.

More details on our website

Organiser of New Zealand Food Awards Gala Dinner 2025. The ultimate celebration of innovation and excellence in New Zealand food and beverage.
For more than 30 years the New Zealand Food Awards has given food and beverage producers of our small nation the opportunity to showcase just how inspiring they can be. With themes of innovation, sustainability and excellence, and strong ties to Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University, the NZ Food Awards Quality Mark remains the pinnacle of excellence in Aotearoa New Zealand’s food and beverage industry.