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17/06/2026

Hot take: the most underrated winter party is the one where the kids don’t want to leave… your living room.

Sweet Slumbers is our teepee sleepover experience – styled mini tents, mattresses, bedding, fairy lights and themed details all set up in your home for the night.

It’s designed to feel like you’ve gone all‑out (Pinterest mum status unlocked), but behind the scenes it’s wildly low‑effort: we deliver, set up, and collect everything the next day.

Got a birthday coming up in Dunedin, Wānaka, Queenstown or Central Otago and want to do something a bit different this winter?

Photo credit: Anne Kirsch Photography Cromwell

Have a scroll through the Sweet Slumber teepee themes here and save this for later: https://lemonpieevents.co.nz/kids-parties-and-childrens-catering

15/06/2026

We’re right in the heart of winter now, but the calendar is already filling for late 2026 weddings, corporate functions and Christmas events across Dunedin and Central Otago.

One of the simplest ways to reduce stress (and often save money) is to secure your key suppliers early, especially when you want full-service planning and catering from a single trusted team.

Over the next 12–18 months, we can help with:
• Weddings and elopements, from planning to on-the-day coordination
• Corporate events and strategy days with thoughtful catering
• Community and special events where logistics matter
• Sweet Slumbers and smaller celebrations that add joy through winter

If you’re even lightly considering an event for late 2026 or early 2027, it’s worth getting in touch now so we can hold your date and start a calm, considered planning process.

Enquire now for 2026–27 dates here:

Ready to book your wedding, corporate event, or private party? Get in touch with Lemon Pie in seconds through our quick and easy enquiry form.

10/06/2026

School holidays, birthdays or “we just need something fun to look forward to” – winter can feel long when you’re trying to keep kids entertained at home.

Sweet Slumbers is a simple way to create a big-moment experience without turning your house upside down or spending days planning.

Parents tend to love Sweet Slumbers because:
• We handle the styling, setup and pack-down
• Kids get a special, screen-free night with their friends
• Themes are thoughtfully designed (not plastic overload)
• It’s memorable, but still manageable for you

If you’re in Dunedin or Central Otago and want something low-effort, high-delight for the kids this winter, we’d love to look after you.

Check out our themes here:

Kids teepee sleepover parties in Wanaka, Queenstown and Central Otago. Styled themed setups, kids catering and magical birthday sleepovers with Lemon Pie Events.

08/06/2026

Behind every relaxed, joy-filled event is a very un-glamorous to-do list: site visits, supplier calls, floor plans, timing tweaks and “what if” planning for a dozen different scenarios.

We love sharing a little behind the scenes because it shows just how much care goes into every menu, layout and moment – especially when we’re working across unique Central Otago venues and more logistically complex sites.

Behind the scenes, we’re often:
• Walking through venues and planning load-in and pack-down
• Mapping where food, bars and guests will flow
• Checking power, weather options and access for suppliers
• Coordinating timing so everything feels seamless on the day

If you’d like your event to feel relaxed on the surface while the moving parts quietly run in the background, that’s our happy place.

See more of our work here:

Planning an event in Central Otago should feel exciting. Not overwhelming. At Lemon Pie Events, we offer full-service event management for weddings, corporate events, long lunches and private celebrations across Queenstown, Wānaka, Cromwell and the wider South Island. From first idea to final pack-...

03/06/2026

Corporate strategy sessions with good food...and drinks.

If your team strategy days still look like fluorescent lights, stale sandwiches and a rushed agenda, there’s a better way to do this.

We design corporate strategy sessions and off-sites where the logistics are handled, the food is genuinely good, and your team has the space – and energy – to actually think.

A Lemon Pie Events strategy day can include:
• Venue and layout planning to suit how your team works
• A tailored schedule that blends deep-focus time with breaks
• Seasonal, thoughtful catering that keeps energy steady
• On-the-day coordination so you can stay with your team, not in the kitchen

If you’re planning winter or early-spring strategy sessions, now is a great time to lock in dates and start shaping something that feels a bit more human.

Plan a better strategy day here:

Work Hard. Party Smart. Eat Well. Corporate events don’t need to be stuffy (or come with stale sandwiches). Make your next corporate event one to remember. Lemon Pie Events delivers seamless catering, bar service, and event packages for staff parties, conferences, and client events across Dunedin ...

01/06/2026

Anyone can book a venue and order food. It’s everything in between – the logistics, timing and tiny details – that decides whether your wedding or event feels effortless, or like you’re constantly putting out fires behind the scenes.

Full-service planning and coordination with Lemon Pie Events means:
• A clear, realistic run sheet for the whole day
• One central point of contact for all your suppliers
• Setup and pack-down managed for you
• Calm troubleshooting when the unexpected happens

Anna brings years of hands-on experience across weddings, corporate events and community gatherings, so you get both the creativity and the backstage organisation that keeps everything moving.

Learn more about planning support here:

Planning an event in Central Otago should feel exciting. Not overwhelming. At Lemon Pie Events, we offer full-service event management for weddings, corporate events, long lunches and private celebrations across Queenstown, Wānaka, Cromwell and the wider South Island. From first idea to final pack-...

27/05/2026

Winter weddings are quietly becoming one of our favourite things – clear, crisp days, candlelight, rich seasonal food and cosy, intimate celebrations that feel deeply intentional.

We’re seeing more last-minute winter enquiries come through, and the good news is that with full-service planning and catering, it’s absolutely possible to create something beautiful on a shorter timeline.

What we love about winter weddings:
• Stunning Central Otago and Dunedin winter backdrops
• Flexible dates and often better availability
• Seasonal menus that feel hearty and generous
• A more relaxed, intimate atmosphere

If a winter wedding has been sitting at the back of your mind, consider this your sign to explore what’s possible.

Explore wedding planning and enquire here:

Ready to book your wedding, corporate event, or private party? Get in touch with Lemon Pie in seconds through our quick and easy enquiry form.

25/05/2026

Ever wished you could give your kids a sleepover that feels genuinely magical… without spending your whole weekend setting it up (and cleaning it up)?

That’s exactly why we created Sweet Slumbers – cosy winter teepee sleepovers styled, set up and packed down for you, so you can be the “fun parent” without the stress.

Think:
• Beautiful, handmade themed teepees and styling
• Comfy bedding and soft lighting
• Thoughtful little details kids talk about for weeks
• Set up by us, packed down by us

If you’ve got birthdays, school holidays or “we just need something special” coming up this winter, Sweet Slumbers is such an easy win.

Check out our themes and inspiration here:

Kids Parties Made Sweet, Simple & Seriously Fun. At Lemon Pie, we know how to make kids’ parties feel magical — without the mess or stress. Whether it’s a slumber party, pamper party, or paint & sip afternoon, we bring the fun (and the style) straight to you. You can sit back and relax while

20/05/2026

✨ GIVEAWAY TIME ✨

Enter to WIN a Sweet Slumbers Teepee Party & Photography Package valued at over $1500 💫

Lemon Pie Events has teamed up with Anne Kirsch Photography to create the ultimate party giveaway for your little one.

The prize includes:

✨ A beautifully styled Sweet Slumbers Teepee Party
✨ Handmade 100% cotton teepees
✨ Fairy lights, bedding, cushions + themed styling
✨ Mocktails + keepsake goodies for each child
✨ A magical picnic set up
✨ A gorgeous photography package with Anne Kirsch Photography to capture it all

TO ENTER:

💫 Like this post
💫 Share this post to your stories or feed
💫 Tag 3 mum friends who need to know about this

Each comment = 1 entry, so tag away ✨

Perfect for birthdays, sleepovers or a magical winter treat.

The (not so) small print:
Subject to availability.
Enter before: 31st May 2026.
Winner announced: 1st June 2026!
The prize is non-transferable to other services.

Open to families across Wanaka, Queenstown & Central Otago.

Good luck 💫

26/01/2026

What’s your vision for your wedding food? We love bringing the Bride and Groom’s food vibes to life ❤️