Dream dates

Three events to put in your diary for November

GARDEN MARLBOROUGH

Dreamed up by gardeners for gardeners, Rapaura Springs Garden Marlborough has a range of tours, workshops, speakers and social events all in a spectacular part of the country. Make a long weekend of it. 8-11 November, gardenmarlborough.co.nz.

THE NUTCRACKER

Many of the RNZB’s dancers got their first taste of the big time in this Christmas classic and now hundreds of new young dancers from around the country will have their chance. It’s the first time our national ballet has toured it since 2010. 31 Oct-15 Dec, rnzb.org.nz.

WILDFLOWER SCULPTURE

Since the first event 10 years ago, around 20,000 visitors have come to Round Pond garden in Hastings to view and purchase works from local artists and soak up the vibe. 7-11 November, wildflowersculpture.com. >