Gibbs Farm Sculpture Park Fundraiser 100% of tickets sales go towards FARA

Spend a memorable day exploring the breathtaking Gibbs Farm Sculpture Park while helping raise funds for the Friedreich’s Ataxia Research Association (FARA) — a non-profit organisation dedicated to finding treatments and a cure for Friedreich’s ataxia (FA), a rare inherited neurodegenerative disease.

FARA’s mission is to fund research, promote awareness, and connect scientists, clinicians, patients, and industry partners to accelerate progress toward a cure.

The entire cost of ticket (excluding the administration fee) goes to FARA NZ.

Set on 400 hectares along the Kaipara Harbour, Gibbs Farm features monumental, site-specific works by world-renowned artists such as Anish Kapoor, Sol LeWitt, and Richard Serra.

This is a rare chance to experience an extraordinary fusion of art and nature — all in support of a great cause.

https://www.gibbsfarm.org.nz/video.php

What to Expect:
Self-Guided Tour: Wander the park at your leisure. A site map / sculpture guide booklet will be provided on arrival.

Stunning Views & Artworks: Discover world-class sculptures and enjoy breathtaking views of the harbour from a range of perspectives.

Exotic Animals: The farm has many resident animals, including giraffes and emus!
Duration: Allow 2–3 hours to complete the walk.

What to Bring: Comfortable walking shoes, a jacket or coat, sunscreen and a water bottle are recommended.

A small number of spaces are available for visitors with mobility permits who wish to experience the artworks from their vehicle.To arrange this, please get in touch with Cathryn.awatea@gmail.com

Terrain: The route includes both rolling farmland and paved roadways. A moderate level of fitness is required (Note: The terrain may be challenging for strollers).

Facilities: Toilets are provided and clearly marked in the Gibbs Farm booklet.

Food & Drink: Picnics are welcome! Coffee & Food Truck on site!

Groups: We have discounted limited tickets for groups of 10 or more. Please email Cathryn.awatea@gmail.com

Please note:
There are 2 entrance gates, 2421 Kaipara Coast Highway and Barrs Road. Please check your ticket For which entrance to use.
Please show your ticket to our staff at the gates upon arrival.
Gibbs Farm is private property. It is important to read the terms of access prior to your visit: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ANreOooBwtus1vQU4b-l-UzChetTXnO8/view?usp=drivesdk
There are large lakes and ponds that will require supervision of children, as will encounters with various animals at several locations on the property.
The event will still go ahead if it is raining.
All funds raised from ticket sales will go directly to The Friedreichs Ataxia Research Alliance New Zealand
More information on Gibbs Farm can be found here: FAQs at gibbsfarm.org.nz

Thank you Gibbs Farm for your wonderful support and allocating tickets to find a cure for FA.