2026 Export Gala – Southland to the World

Ticket sales are closed. Please email events@southlandchamber.co.nz for any inquiries.

An evening of celebration brought to you by Export Southland in partnership with DHL.

Experience the Best 🌍 Celebrate the Best of Southland

Be part of Southland’s premier celebration of export excellence.

Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating the businesses taking our region to the world.

Your evening includes:

• Five-course dining experience showcasing Southland’s finest produce
• Selection of locally crafted Southland beverages
• 2026 Southland Export Awards Ceremony
• Keynote Speaker – Aimee McCammon CEO – Pics Peanut Butter
• Live entertainment from El Scratcho & GaiaDance
• MC for the evening – David Downs
• Celebrate, connect and dance with Southland’s business community

Throughout the evening, we will celebrate outstanding achievements across Southland’s export sector, including:

• DHL Southland Export Mentorship
• Rio Tinto| NZAS Innovation in Export Award
• Export Southland Grant
• Graham Dick Memorial Trophy

Tickets: $200 incl. GST per person
Venue: Ascot park Hotel, Tay Street, Invercargill

Dress your best for a night celebrating Southland’s world-class exporters.

 

• *Booking fees apply
• This event is a public event, and everyone is welcome to attend
• Email events@southlandchamber.co.nz for any queries relating to this event.