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April 2021
Festival of Colour – Arts Festival – 2021
The Festival of Colour is the flagship arts event for the region. With seven successful festivals under our belt, we are still fresh and stylish and punch well above our weight. We have established our track record with sell-out seasons of music, theatre and dance performances and deservedly known as the ‘best little arts festival in New Zealand’.
Find out more »June 2021
Cardrona Alpine Resort – Ski Field – Opens
Are you coming to Wanaka for some winter ski or snowboarding? Find out about Cardrona's opening dates first, or watch their latest video to see what's in store for your Wanaka ski trip...
Find out more »NZ Mountain Film Festival – 2021
Be sure to book your tickets for the NZ Mountain Film Festival this year - there is a great selection of films to choose from. Here's a short video to give you an idea of what's to come...
Find out more »Treble Cone – Ski Field – Opens
Plan your Wanaka winter holiday around the opening dates of Treble Cone ski field if you're looking to spend some time up the mountain.
Find out more »July 2021
Matariki – 2021
Matariki is the Maori New Year and represents a time of renewal, a time to begin preparations for new crops as the days begin to grow longer. It’s a time of sharing, casting away of old problems and moving ahead with a fresh outlook. It is often celebrated with a feast. This is a great free (koha is asked for the hangi) family event to warm up a cold winter night.
Find out more »September 2021
Merino Muster – New Zealand’s X-Country Ski Marathon
The Merino Muster is New Zealand's XC ski marathon, held since 1995. Skied across the stunning Pisa Range ski area at Snow Farm, it draws participants ranging from professional athletes to family groups. It is also an ideal introduction to the WorldLoppet series. Choose your CHALLENGE! The Straggle Muster A 7 km loop contained within Snow Farm's main bowl area. This event is designed for young or novice skiers, and family groups. The event typically takes skiers between 30 to…
Find out more »October 2021
Deans Bank – Bike Wanaka 10hr
10th year of DEANS BANK!!!! Bike Wānaka heralds the start of the bike season this Labour Weekend with the 10 Hour at Deans Bank. Race on the purpose built 11kmish loop track in a team of up to 5, race it solo or if you fancy a sleep in, ride the solo 5 hour race.
Find out more »December 2021
Rhythm and Alps – 2021
Are you a music lover and festival goer? You'll need to visit Wanaka during Rhythm and Alps music festival - it's a blast.
Find out more »January 2022
Wanaka Rodeo – 2022
Be sure to dress for the occasion when you join the Wanaka Rodeo!
Find out more »The Big Easy – “Highest Mountain Marathon in New Zealand”
But it's not all downhill, with a reasonably hard climb at Sally's Pinch and some quite challenging rutty and rocky downhill bits but the views are more than worth it and the sense of accomplishment at the end will make it all worthwhile.
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