VIP EXPERIENCE
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Enjoy ‘First We Eat’ in style from within our exclusive VIP offering. Our VIP space is very popular, selling out quickly each year. Benefits include:
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-Express entry into the event
-Private bar
-Premium toilets
-Food vendors
-Shaded area
-Prime view of stage
-Reserved tables available
-Bar learners and bean bag seating
RESERVE A TABLE
New this year at ‘First We Eat’, for only $500, you are able to reserve a 10 person table in our VIP space on behalf of a group. All 10 guests will need to hold VIP tickets to access the table on the day. VIP tickets are purchased separately.
The reserved tables are in the most prime position, at the front of the VIP space. We only have 6 tables available so get in quick. If you miss out, don’t sweat it as there is plenty of other shared seating available within the VIP.
Getting there:
Wharepai Domain is an idyllic park located in central Tauranga, just off Cameron Road. Just a short walk away from the centre of town with bars, cafes & restaurants.
Buses:
The local Bayhopper buses will be running their normal routes and timetable on Saturday 30th January. To find the best route for you follow this link.
There are a number of close bus stops which you can get off such as Cameron Road Spring Street, Tauranga CBD Stand D, C or B as shown below;
Parking:
If you are planning to drive to the festival we recommend you park at the Spring Street Parking building only a 10minute walk away. The surrounding streets do have some car parks but are normally full with resident cars during the weekend.
Do not drink and drive!
Accessibility:
Venue access is via Hamilton Street which is a sealed road and is suitable for wheelchair access. Disabled parking is located on the corner of Cameron Road and Hamilton Street, there are limited spaces and we recommend booking ahead of time. Please contact us early so we can look after you on the day!
Email: info@firstweeat.co.nz
Accommodation:
Air Bnb - Click Here
Hotels & Motels - Click Here
Camping - Click Here
Mount Beachside Holiday Park - Click Here
What can’t be brought into the festival:
• Alcohol, drugs or drug paraphernalia
• Any commercial Food
• Beverage of any kind, empty water bottles are permitted
• Glass
• Fireworks, explosives or flares
• Laser pointers
• Weapons or any item that could be used as a weapon
• Gang patches or regalia
• Professional camera, video equipment or drones
• Audio recording devices for commercial purposes
• Stuffed animals
• Any item that could cause injury
• Aerosol products / cans
• Air horns
• Chilli bins
• Flyers, samples or other promotional items
• Kites, hula hoops, skateboards, scooters or hoverboards
What can be brought into the festival:
• Empty plastic water bottles
• Camping chairs
• Personal camera & go-pro
• Hand sanitiser and baby wipes
• Mobile phone and charger
• Sunblock and sunglasses
• Blankets
• Small Umbrellas
• Sealed cigarettes and lighters
• E-Cig and vape pens (single use only)
• Ear plugs
• Eye Drops
• Fanny packs & small bags
• Gum
• Hats
