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Festivals
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Central Hawke’s Bay Spring Fling Festival
Now to 3 Nov, Hawke’s Bay
Whether your passion lies in food, gardens, history, markets, or outdoor adventures, there is something on the calendar for you. ckw.nz/hb-spring-tickets ckw.nz/hb-spring-pdf
The Bay of Islands Walking Weekend
Thu 10–13 Oct, Bay of Islands
Walk in footsteps of some of our first European explorers. Walk the islands and the remote and hard to access spots. Breathtaking scenery, amazing flora and fauna, rich in history and culture. Book your campsite in Russell or nearby. ckw.nz/walk-fest24
Martinborough Community Market - Labour Weekend
Sat 26–28 Oct, Martinborough
Support local artisans, discover unique treasures, and connect with the community. ckw.nz/martin-market
Foxton Spring Fling
Sun 27 Oct, Foxton
Market stalls, live music, food. Camp with All Points Camping for the weekend. facebook.com/foxtonspringfling
Taranaki Fringe Garden Festival
Fri 1–10 Nov, Taranaki
A ten day adventure into the homes of garden gurus throughout the Taranaki region. ckw.nz/tara-garden
The Queenstown Writers Festival
Fri 1–3 Nov 2024, Queenstown
Novelists, poets, short-story writers, children’s writers and non-fiction writers talk about books, share their stories and lead writing workshops. qtwritersfestival.nz
Otaki Camping Expo & Craft Market
Sat 2 Nov, Otaki, Kapiti
Hosted by Otaki Hunting & Fishing and the Otaki Market.
facebook.com/otakihuntingandfishing
Marlborough A&P Show 2024
Sat 9 Nov, Blenheim
Check out the sheep, cattle and horse riding. Enjoy dog trials, wood chopping, the Terrier Race and the Grand Parade. marlboroughshow.co.nz
Nelson Motorhome, Caravan & Outdoor Show
Sat 9–10 Nov 2024, Nelson
Motorhomes, caravans, campers, e bikes, boating & industry related suppliers and manufacturers. Plus fun, food and great displays. Book your site at the Tahuna holiday park. nelsonmotorhomeshow.co.nz
Winton Open Day Winton Town Centre,
Sat 16 Nov, Winton, Southland
Live music, Santa, street stalls, displays, kids entertainment, street parade and much more. winton.co.nz
Cross Hills Gardens Country Fair 2024
Sat 16 Nov, Kimbolton, Rangatikei
200 + stalls and live music, set in 18 acres of the most beautiful private gardens. crosshillsfair.co.nz
Rhythm & Alps 2024-5
Mon 30 Dec–1Jan, Wanaka
A three-day music festival held in the picturesque Cardrona Valley between Queenstown and Wanaka. It’s a community, and a celebration of life, music, and camaraderie. On-site camping. rhythmandalps.co.nz
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Wairarapa Wines Harvest Festival
Sat 15 Feb, The Cliffs, Carterton, Wairarapa
Celebrate the start of the grape harvest— enjoy the best wine, food and entertainment we have to offer. Motorhome (SC), available, or book at the local camp. wairarapaharvestfestival.co.nz
Campfest 2025
Fri 21–23 Feb, Bulls Domain
A social gathering to bring together campers from all walks of life who are proud to enjoy and promote the benefits of camping. We also have craft and trade stalls, workshops and entertainment. campfestnz.org
South Island Motorhome Show
Sat 22–23 Feb, Ashburton, Canterbury
Social campers are welcome and encouraged to make weekend getaway of this fantastic annual event. southislandmotorhomeshow.co.nz
George Begg Festival
30 Mar–2 Apr, Invercargill
The party vibes of the 1960s and 1970s for petrolheads, party people and families. georgebeggfestival.nz
Vero International Festival of Historic Motoring 2026
Sunday 15–21 Mar 2026, Nelson
An international rally that celebrates veteran, vintage, and classic vehicles. Its every 4 years. There will be vehicle rallies and public events across Nelson Tasman through the week. more on eventfinda
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