Events
Dunedin Local Events
Splash Fest
18th Jan 2010 12:00pm - 22nd Jan 2010 3:00pm, Moana Pool
If you're looking for wet & wild school holiday fun then Splash Fest is what you need.
Daily activities for the kids.
- Monday 18/01 Aqua Dash Inflatable
- Tuesday 19/01 The Rolling Log Inflatable and Platform diving
- Wednesday 20/01 Aztec inflatable
- Thursday 21/01 Human Hamster Balls
- Friday 22/01 Aqua Dash Inflatable
Otago Taieri A & P Societys Sesqui Celebrations
22nd Jan 2010 12:00pm-2:00pm, Upper Octagon
Watch this fantastic showcase of farming machinery and interactive displays.
Visit the working display of vintage machinery and watch the sheep dogs' antics featuring sheep dog herding within a confined area.
Dunedin to Brighton Veteran Rally
23rd Jan 2010 9:30am, Start Dunedin Dental School
Admire the pre 1919 cars and motorcycles as they join the oldest rally in the Southern Hemisphere, a Dunedin tradition since 1954.
- Live music from Soul Deep to keep you entertained.
- 9.30am Cars will leave Dunedin Dental School bound for the Octagon Carriageway where they will wait for the NZ Shop Timebuster race to start.
- 11.00am Cars will head off for Brighton Domain for time trials
New Zealand Shop Timebuster Race
23rd Jan 2010 10:00am-11:00am, Octagon
Watch Dunedin's premiere athletes in this annual race around the Octagon against the 10 o'clock chimes of the Town Hall clock - fast and furious for everyone.
Please note the entire Octagon will be closed to moving traffic while this event takes place
Otago Taieri A&P Society's Show
23rd Jan 2010 10:00am - 24th Jan 2010 4:00pm, A&P Showground, Mosgiel
Enjoy two days of celebration of the Otago Taieri Agricultural and Pastoral Society 150th show.
View traditional livestock, equestrian, show-jumping, dog trials, machinery, trades and pets.
Special guest appearances by the "Topp Twins" - who will perform two shows each day.
Otago Swimming Championships 2010
28th Jan 2010 6:30pm - 31st Jan 2010 4:00pm, Moana Pool
This event is for all competitive swimmers who have met the standard times for this Event. It is the major regional meet for swimmers who compete competitively within Otago. There are a number of cups awarded to top swimmers during this event. Swimmers from outside Otago also compete at this event. The event is swum in the following age groups 9and under,10-11,12-13, 14-15, 16 and over.
Otago Peninsula Challenge
30th Jan 2010 8:30am-4:30pm, Long course starts at Smails Beach, Short Course starts at Allans Beach, all finishing at Taiaroa Heaad
Lonely Planet named the Otago Peninsula "the best cycling destination in the world".
Try it for yourself! Run, walk or ride the length of the Otago Peninsula, crossing private farms and wildlife reserves seldom open to the public.
Otago Model Engineering Society Exhibition Week
30th Jan 2010 11:00am - 7th Feb 2010 8:30pm, 2 John Wilson Drive, St Kilda, Dunedin
Go loco!!
See planes, trains and automobiles galore, along with the sleekest mini-boats on display at this week long exhibition. Marvel at the detail.
There'll be train rides and model boats on the pond.
Opening hours: 11am - 4.30pm weekends and 6.30pm - 8.30pm weeknights
Quilters & Patchworkers of Otago - Exhibition
30th Jan 2010 2:00pm - 6th Feb 2010 3:00pm, Savoy Building, Cnr Moray Place and Princes Streets
Quilters & Patchworkers of Otago present their exhibition of members' work.
Also on show are the Hoffman Challenge Quilts and raffles will be offered.
Brighton Gala Day
31st Jan 2010 , Brighton Domain
Enjoy live bands, stalls, big attractions and fun family activities all day!!
Come for a day at the beach at the Brighton Gala Day.
Summer Fantasy
6th Feb 2010 10:00am - 28th Feb 2010 4:00pm, The Art Station, First floor Dunedin Railway Station, Anzac Square, Dunedin
The Otago Art Society presents 'Summer Fantasy', an exhibition of paintings by artist members of the Society.
This event coincides with the popular Dunedin Festival.
Come and view this exhibition and look through Dunedins historic Railway Station, the home of the Society.
Champions Day Premier Race Day at Wingatui
6th Feb 2010 11:00am-7:00pm, Wingatui racecourse
Champions Day "Premier Meeting Saturday 6th February" Wingatui Racecourse Mini Marquee Packages $375 for 10-15 people Hospitality Packages in the Winning Post Lounge and The Premier Marquee Live Host & Giant In-field TV Screen Live Music & Entertainment Competitions & Prizes.
A great family day out at the end of the School holidays with all childrens entertainment FREE Experience the thrill of the best horse racing in the region $10 General Admission under 18's FREE.
Outram Rodeo
6th Feb 2010 1:00pm, Outram Rodeo Showgrounds, Huntly Road, Outram
The wild west comes to Outram for this popular family day out.
Highlights include:
- Bull Rides
- Bareback
- Saddle Bronc
- Barrel Race
- Calf Roping
- Steer Wrestling
- Side Shows
- Food and Drink Stalls
Black Caps v Bangladesh International Cricket
8th Feb 2010 12:00pm, University Oval
The University Oval is surely one of the most picturesque cricket pitches in New Zealand so come along to support the BLACK CAPS as they take on Bangladesh during the One Day Series.
Dunedin Summer Fun Thieves Alley Market Day
13th Feb 2010, Octagon and surrounding streets
Dunedin's annual Thieves Alley Market Day returns on Saturday 13 February 2010. Not to be missed.
This market offers many interesting, creative and colourful stalls which attract thousands of customers. Dunedin will be bustling as the "Diamond Princess" cruise ship will be visiting too.
Regent Theatre Open Day
13th Feb 2010 10:00am, Regent Theatre
The Regent was saved from demolition in 1973 when the people of Otago purchased it.
This is your chance to see areas you don't normally see and to learn about the Regent Theatre's history. Tours are conducted by members of the Otago Theatre Trust.
This event is held in conjunction with Thieves Alley Market Day.
Chinese New Year - Year of the Tiger 2010
14th Feb 2010 6:00pm - 27th Feb 2010 4:00pm, Dunedin Chinese Garden and other locations
2010 is the Year of the Tiger.
Join in the Chinese New Year celebrations with a fortnight of fantastic events at the Dunedin Chinese Garden.