Specialising in unique places ideally suited to Business and Incentive Groups of up to 30 pax, Central Otago’s venues offer stunning wrap around panoramic views, award winning architecture, sensitively restored heritage buildings, not to mention world renown wines, fabulous food and some pretty amazing people.

Central Otago Business Events specialises in knowing and understanding the unique venues available throughout Central Otago. Working collaboratively with members to provide Business and Incentive Groups the perfect location and connections to fit their event needs. 

The stunning cellar door venues at Carrick, Domaine-Thomson, The Cloudy Bay Shed, Te Kano Estate, The Stoaker Room and The Canyon offer clients award winning organic and bio-dynamic wines, delicious menus and catering options for groups from 20 up to 70 pax. For venues with dedicated function and events spaces there are three excellent choices in Cromwell.  The Gate complex with its purpose-built conference centre and 47 hotel rooms, or Marsden Lake Resort’s 60 room 5 star apartments and uniquely moveable function space. Highlands will always ensure you Experience the Exceptional with multiple on-site activities alongside their dedicated conference facility with views over its international standard racetrack.  For a special treat, you can stay in luxuriously appointed boutique lodge accommodation and enjoy fine dining with The Olivers Collection in historic Clyde.

When it comes to immersive experiences, the Matt Connell Wines blending experience allows clients to taste wines, blend their own wines and even create their own label. Or break your team out onto one (or more) of Central Otago’s stunning Great Ride cycle trails with experienced cycle experts Trail Journeys connecting the dots for you.

Central Otago Business Events (affectionately known as COBE) is the experienced team based in Central Otago who can connect you with the right options to suit your groups specific and unique needs. Check out the website to discover more, or simply contact them via conference@codc.govt.nz