biodynamic events

Conference 2026

New Seeds: Growing the Future of Biodynamics, is a conference focused on weaving in fresh ideas with the foundational practices of biodynamics.

Spanning two inspiring days on August 29th and 30th, our conference will be held at the beautiful Christchurch Rudolf Steiner School. With its thoughtfully designed architecture and flourishing organic gardens, this unique venue offers the perfect setting to gather, learn and reconnect as a biodynamic community.

Come and be inspired by a powerful line-up of speakers including Dr Jessica Hutchings, Hamish Mackay, and Monique McFarlane(more speakers to be announced soon).

Across the weekend, you’ll enjoy rich conversations, thought-provoking talks and meaningful discussions exploring the future of biodynamic practice.

Alongside the speaker programme, we’re offering a diverse range of hands-on workshops and practical activities, giving you the chance to expand your knowledge and try something new. This year’s workshop hosts include Katrina Wolff, Peter Bacchus, Gita Krenek, and Steve Erikson, ensuring a dynamic and engaging learning experience.

BDNZ and Black Estate

Date: Friday 28th August 2026

Time: 10:00am – 12:30pm

Location: Black Estate

Join us for a morning on the land at Black Estate where we’ll explore biodynamics through a hands-on introduction to the property and its practices.
This session will include:
  • An introduction to the property, including a vineyard tour
  • A visit to see the Lowlines Angus
  • A look at the compost heap and cow horn preparation area
  • A walk through the winery, with a production overview
Whether you’re experienced in biodynamics or just beginning your journey, this is a welcoming space to learn, share, and connect with others on the same path.
Proudly supported by Biodynamics New Zealand (BDNZ).
Cost: $10.00p/p, Tea and coffee available at the start.
Spaces are limited, so we encourage early interest.

Biodynamics Equinox Gathering

Date: 23rd September 2026

Time: 3 pm

Location: Earth Stewards Hamilton

Join us for an afternoon of biodynamic practice, connection and conversation as we mark the Spring Equinox.

3.00pm- Start the Flowform

3.30pm – Dig up and collect the horns

4.30pm – Spread the 500

5.30pm – End

Please dress for the weather – part of this workshop will happen outdoors.

Register here

Regular Events

Find information about upcoming events from the Biodynamic Community.

If you are running a local biodynamic workshop, event or gathering, please let our team know by emailing marketing@biodynamic.co.nz and we’ll let our Community Members know and add it to our list of events.

If you are interested in hosting one of our fun and informative biodynamic workshops, please check out our PDF of workshop packages here

Practical Biodynamics Workshop

Biodynamics offers a holistic approach to growing which can enhance any organic or regenerative growing system. It works with natures rhythms and uses the biodynamic ‘preparations’, 9 soil remedies made from plants and minerals, to create soil fertility and thriving balanced ecosystems. This workshop will be an introduction to the biodynamic approach. We will cover the main principles and practices, and you will learn the simple steps needed to get started with biodynamics in your own gardens and properties.

Please dress for the weather – part of this workshop will happen outdoors.

Please choose your preferred workshop date below.

Practical Biodynamics for Tamariki and Whanau – Colab with Rodney Community Centre

Date: Sun 20th Sep 2026,

Time:10:00 am NZST

Biodynamics offers a holistic way of growing that works alongside nature’s rhythms – a beautiful approach for whānau to explore together in the garden. Using biodynamic “preparations” (nine soil remedies made from plants and minerals), we help build rich soil and thriving, balanced ecosystems that tamariki can see, touch, and understand.This workshop is a fun, hands-on introduction to biodynamics for the whole whānau. We’ll cover the main ideas in simple, accessible ways, and share easy first steps for bringing biodynamics into your own garden at home. Tamariki and adults alike will get stuck in making a Biodynamic Tree Paste, a natural mix used to seal pruning cuts and keep fruit trees healthy. It’s a great sensory activity for little hands!

Bring a jar if you’d like to take some tree paste home to use in your own garden.

Come dressed for the outdoors — part of this workshop happens outside, so wear clothes (and bring gloves) that can get dirty.

We’ll be handling cow manure, so gumboots are a good idea too!Hot drinks and afternoon tea provided for the grown-ups — and something yummy for the tamariki too.

To book your tickets please click here

Biodynamics for Tamariki & Whānau- session two

Date: 8th Nov 2026

Time:10:00 am NZST

Kia ora anō!
Following on from our first biodynamics workshop, this session is a chance to check back in on what we started — and go a little deeper.
We’ll begin with a garden walk to see how things have settled since last time: how the soil is looking, whether the tree paste has done its job sealing those pruning cuts, and what changes tamariki and whānau might have noticed in their own gardens at home over the month.
This time we’ll focus on Biodynamic Preparation 500 (horn manure) — stirring it together as a whānau activity and spreading it across the gardens. Stirring is a wonderfully hands-on, rhythmic task that tamariki love being part of, and it’s a great way to talk about how biodynamics works with the seasons and the soil’s natural cycles.
We’ll also cover:
  • A simple recap of the biodynamic principles from session one, for anyone who’s new or needs a refresher
  • How to read the biodynamic calendar and choose good days for planting, sowing, and harvesting at home
  • Tips for keeping up biodynamic practices in your own backyard between sessions
Bring a jar again if you’d like to take some finished preparation home, and dress for the outdoors as before – gloves and clothes you don’t mind getting dirty (we’ll be back in the manure again!).
Hot drinks and afternoon tea provided.
Tickets available here.