What are the opening hours?

Monday 8am - 2:30pm Tuesday 8am - 2:30pm Wednesday 8am - 2:30pm Thursday 8am - 2:30pm Friday 8am - 2:30pm

Wharerata

🎉 Your destination of choice for weddings, events and simply stunning cuisine.
☕ Wharerata Café - Mon-Fri Open 8.30am - 2.30pm

23/09/2026

The weather's on our side this week, which means the patio's the place to be.

Bring your coffee outside, relax in our gardens and make the most of it. We're open until 2.30pm, Monday to Friday.

20/09/2026

Make your wedding morning simple and stress free at Wharerata.

Our spacious homestead apartments are the perfect spot for your bridal party to relax and get ready before the ceremony, while enjoying a glass of bubbles.

If that's the kind of morning you're picturing, we'd love to help you plan it.

Contact us to find out more.

16/09/2026

If you haven’t tried our Biscoff muffins yet, let me tempt you. Warm, full of flavour and even better paired with a coffee.

Pop in and see whats on offer.
Open Monday to Friday, 8.30am–2.30pm.

06/09/2026

There's a shift you can feel in the gardens this time of year, new growth pushing through and colour returning after a cold winter.

Spring is the start of Wharerata's busiest season for weddings, and it's easy to understand why once you're standing in the midst of it.

If you’re planning a wedding, we'd love to hear from you.

02/09/2026

Coffee, morning tea or lunch... our cafe's open Monday to Friday, 8.30am–2.30pm.

Enjoy a break in the day in our peaceful surroundings. Stop by and stay a while. Bookings recommended for larger groups.

30/08/2026

A stunning garden and a beautiful homestead... this is what a wedding day feels like at Wharerata.

Ceremony, photos and reception, all in one place, with a private space upstairs for the bridal party to get ready in peace.

Picturing your day here? Chat to our friendly team

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26/08/2026

Spring is coming, and its our favourite time of year at Wharearata. This is when our gardens really come to life, and is why so many couples choose this time of year for their wedding photos.

Create the perfect backdrop to your wedding photos and enquire with our events team about hosting your special day with us.

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24/08/2026

Take a seat, slow down, and let someone else pour the coffee. Our cafe is the perfect midweek escape. Good coffee, a relaxed space, and nowhere you need to rush off to.

Open Monday to Friday, 8.30am–2.30pm, and everyone's welcome. Join us.

19/08/2026

Looking for a space to meet, present, or connect away from the office?

Our Boardroom offers stunning views over the gardens, an interactive touchscreen for presentations or video conferencing, and daytime catering options available.

16/08/2026

With over a century of history, Wharerata remains a beautiful character homestead, now home to stunning weddings and corporate events. Our gardens just a beautiful are tended to by Massey University's very own horticulturalists.

Make your event memorable, talk to our team today.

Address

Massey University
Palmerston North
4442

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 2:30pm
Tuesday	8am - 2:30pm
Wednesday	8am - 2:30pm
Thursday	8am - 2:30pm
Friday	8am - 2:30pm

Website

https://wharerata.co.nz/

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