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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 »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 »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.
Find out more »The Ruby Swim – 2022
Swim in the pristine waters of Lake Wanaka during the Ruby Swim race. There are multiple distances and always a fun get together afterwards.
Find out more »February 2022
Challenge Wanaka – 2022
Challenge Wanaka is an annual sporting event, held during the beautiful Wanaka Summers. The triathlon festival will utilise tranquil Glendhu Bay for the swim leg, which has far less prevailing wind than the previous course. The road from Glendhu Bay to the bottom of Treble Cone Ski Field will be lapped, making for a safe and secure road ride without the dangers of traffic. The breath-taking Bike Glendhu Bike Park will host the run-up its scenic and pristine tracks. And…
Find out more »March 2022
Motatapu Race – off-road multi-sport event – 2022
The iconic Motatapu returns in 2022 on 5th March with four iconic races, the 47km Mountain Bike Race, 15km Miners Trail, 42km Marathon and 52.5km Ultra Run. Held on one epic day, it is your one chance a year to experience the breathtaking high country terrain and traverse the Motatapu, Soho and Glencoe Stations between Wanaka and Queenstown. It’s a bucket-list off-road event with challenging yet achievable courses, which attracts close to 4000 participants a year. The Motatapu is a…
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