Full Service Event Management

Premium Event Planning & Styling in Queenstown, Wānaka, Central Otago, Dunedin & the South Island.

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Full Service Event Management with Lemon Pie Events

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-down, we take care of everything.

You enjoy the moment.
We manage the moving parts.

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What Is Full Service Event Management?

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Celebrations, With A Full Team In Your Corner.

Full-service event management means we handle your entire event from start to finish.

That includes:

• Concept development and event design
• Venue sourcing across Queenstown, Wānaka & Central Otago
• Catering and menu design
• Mobile bar service and beverage planning
• Supplier coordination (florals, styling, hire, entertainment, photography)
• Budget management
• Guest logistics and timelines
• On-the-day coordination
• Pack down and supplier wrap up

One team.
One clear point of contact.
We make event planning easier than ever.

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Who We Work With

Hosting should be fun, not frantic. That’s why we design our catering to make everything feel smooth, simple, and stress-free.

We specialise in:

• High-end weddings in Queenstown and Wānaka
• Destination weddings in Central Otago
• Corporate events and executive retreats
• Long lunches and vineyard events
• Private milestone celebrations
• Brand launches and styled gatherings

If you’re hosting an event in the South Island and want it executed beautifully, we’re your people.

We can also coordinate bar service, staff, hireware, and table styling — or simply deliver everything ready to go for a self-serve celebration.

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Because premium should feel seamless.

We understand Central Otago venues.
We know the suppliers.
We know how the weather behaves.
And we know how to build an event that works on paper and in real life.

Our approach is calm, organised and detail-driven.
Nothing flashy for the sake of it.
Everything intentional.

We design events that feel effortless. Even when they’re anything but.

Why Work With Lemon Pie Events?

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Queenstown, Wānaka, Otago & South Island Event Specialists

Looking for:

• A wedding planner in Queenstown?
• An event manager in Wānaka?
• Corporate event coordination in Central Otago?
• A premium mobile bar for your vineyard venue?

We work across:

Queenstown
Wānaka
Cromwell
Bannockburn
Alexandra
Arrowtown
The wider Otago & South Island region

Local knowledge matters. We bring it.

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Full Event Management Service FAQ’s

  • Yes. We regularly work with couples travelling from across New Zealand and Australia to host weddings in Central Otago.

  • Absolutely. We’ll work with you to make sure every guest has a delicious option, from gluten-free and vegan to allergy-friendly dishes.

  • Yes, our team travels across Central Otago and further afield depending on the booking. Just ask when you enquire.

  • Absolutely. We offer full catering and mobile bar service as part of our event management packages.

  • Easy. Send us a few details about your event — where, when, and roughly how many people — and we’ll come back with ideas, menus, and pricing.

  • We can do as much or as little as you need. Our team can handle full setup, serving, and pack-down — or we can simply deliver everything ready to serve. It’s completely up to you and your event style.

  • Yes! We’re proudly based in Dunedin and cater throughout Otago and the wider South Island — from Oamaru to Queenstown, Invercargill, Wanaka, and beyond. Whether you’re hosting at home, a vineyard, lodge, or hired venue, we can bring everything to you and make catering completely effortless.

  • The earlier the better, especially for weekends and summer events. We recommend booking at least 4–6 weeks in advance to secure your date. But if you’ve left it late, don’t panic — get in touch and we’ll do our best to fit you in.

  • We work across a wide range of Queenstown, Wānaka and South Island venues, including vineyards, private properties and luxury lodges. A few of our favourites include Lookout Lodge, Glendhu Station, Maori Point Vineyard and lots more. We can also cater in your backyard. Sometimes the most the most relaxed celebrations are the best!