Join us for Dunedin’s most anticipated night out at Emerson’s Brewery, featuring runway moments from leading New Zealand fashion designers, inspiring research insights, exclusive auctions, and premium hospitality throughout the evening.
Event Details
Returning to Emerson's Brewery for its eighth year, this much-loved annual event brings together fashion, community and purpose for an unforgettable evening. Enjoy a showcase of the latest collections from 16 of New Zealand's leading designers, including Dunedin icons NOM*d and Company of Strangers.
Monday, 31 August 2026
Doors open at 6pm. Show starts at 6:30pm. Event ends at 10:30pm
Emerson’s Brewery, 70 Anzac Avenue, Central Dunedin
General admission $169
Booth $999 (seats up to 6 guests)
VIP $229
The Experience
This event is hosted in the heart of Emersons vibrant purpose built taproom, featuring award winning broadcaster and Breast Cancer Cure Ambassador Patrina Roche (P from The Hits). Immerse yourself in a world of stunning fashion, exceptional Southern hospitality, and heartfelt connection. Every moment is designed to delight and every dollar raised brings us closer to a cure.
Discover the latest collections from an inspiring line-up of New Zealand designers, including: 10 Pieces, Augustine, Company of Strangers, Coop, Cooper, Curate, Federation, Hailwood, Kathryn Wilson, Knuefermann, NOM*d, Repertoire, Storm, taylor, Trelise Cooper and TUESDAY.
Ticket includes:
- Fashion Runway Show featuring 16 leading New Zealand fashion designers
- Extensive canapés throughout the evening
- All inclusive selection of complimentary beverages including a variety of non alcoholic throughout the evening
- An inspiring research update from Breast Cancer Cure-funded researcher Professor Anita Dunbier and Master's student Sophie Tunnicliffe of the University of Otago's Cancer Genetics Laboratory.
- A curated goodie bag
- Bid on an exciting range of exclusive experiences and luxury items
This events sells out every year – tickets are limited, so be quick to secure your place at Dunedin’s most stylish event of the year!
Elevate your evening with the Emerson’s VIP experience
This exclusive VIP experience includes access to a dedicated hospitality area featuring canapés, a generous grazing table, and a private Emerson’s bartender serving cocktails and mocktails throughout the evening.
Thank you for your support
A gift in lieu of attendance
Your generosity helps make life-changing breast cancer research possible.
If you can’t attend on the day, you can still make a difference. Every donation supports New Zealand researchers working towards a future where breast cancer is prevented, detected earlier, treated more precisely, and survived by more.
Donate now and help create a better future for generations of New Zealanders.
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