DEPOT - Gibbs Farm Fundraiser Visit

Join the DEPOT team for an incredible fundraising excursion to Gibbs Farm sculpture park, with all proceeds directly supporting DEPOT in championing the arts across our creative programmes and initiatives!

Located north of Auckland on the Kaipara Harbour, Gibbs Farm features the largest collection of outdoor sculptures in Aotearoa, including commissioned works by Anish Kapoor, Len Lye, Maya Lin, Richard Serra, Jeff Thomson, Bernar Venet, and more. 

We want to make this a special day so we are excited to be partnering with our local hospitality partner Chateaubriant to offer an optional catered picnic with your ticket. We’ve also arranged an optional return bus service, departing from DEPOT Artspace. Please note that parking is limited, so we recommend the bus option or carpooling.

Chateaubriant’s picnic special:

Adults:

• Salad with home-cured NZ King Salmon (vegetarian option available upon request)

• Tomato & mozzarella mini-skewers

• Free-Range Chicken & Avocado Sandwich on French baguette (gluten-free & vegetarian options available on request)

• Gluten-free brownie

• Can of Almighty sparkling water (zero sugar)

Kids:

• Homemade mini pizza

• Gluten-free Brownie

• Charlie's Juice

Join us for what promises to be a special day out - filled with breathtaking outdoor art installations, delicious food, and possibly even encounters with exotic animals - all for a great cause!

Admission: $100 (Under 5’s FREE)

Picnic: $25

Kids Picnic: $16.50

Bus: $25

(+ Fees)

Photo: Jeff Thomson, Giraffe (2011-12). Image courtesy of Gibbs Farm.

DEPOT thanks The Gibbs Farm trustees for allowing us access to this special site. Gibbs Farm is a private property open by appointment only. There is no entry fee applicable when visiting Gibbs Farm. Tickets to this event are non-transferable and non-refundable. Please refer to the Gibbs Farm terms and conditions prior to purchasing your tickets.

GETTING THERE: 

Gibbs Farm has two entrances, and we will be using the entrance via Barr Road, Makarau. To minimise traffic congestion and our impact on the environment, please carpool. 

For those using our bus option, we will depart from DEPOT Artspace (28 Clarence St, Devonport) at 8:45am, so please ensure you arrive early enough to park, check-in and board the bus before departure. The bus will leave Gibbs Farm at 2pm, so make your way back to the Barr Rd entrance for check-in by 1:45pm.

WHAT TO EXPECT: 

• This is a self-guided tour, and you will be provided with a comprehensive site map on arrival.   

• Gibbs Farm sculpture park is set on farmland that is steep and hilly on both grass and a paved pathway, a reasonable level of fitness is required as you make your way around the farm. 

• To view all sculptures at leisure, allow 3-4 hours to walk the 6-7km over the course of the day. 

• As large ponds and lakes are dotted across the site, children must be supervised at all times. 

• Various exotic animals graze several locations on the property. 

• Photography is permitted but no drones are allowed. 

WHAT TO BRING: 

The day will continue rain or shine so bring clothing suitable for sun, wind or rain. 

• Comfortable walking shoes. 

• Hat, sunblock, wet weather gear. 

• Snacks and water - or purchase our picnic package and leave the kai to us!

• Your entry ticket/s. 

TICKETS: 

There is NO WiFi available on site, so please ensure that you have either printed your tickets or saved a screenshot to present at the Barr Rd entry. This will reduce queues and allow everyone more time to enjoy the experience on the day. 

FACILITIES: 

Basic portaloo facilities are available in various locations on site as well as a purpose built multi-unit accessible facility at the Giraffe House.