• True West Adventure Race 2023

    True West is an adventure challenge in some of New Zealand’s most remote and wild terrain. Teams of adventure athletes embark on non-stop races, enduring grueling challenges across rugged terrain for up to 48 hours. Each team, consisting of three or four competitors, is required to be mixed gender.

  • Gold Nuggets Race Day

    Join the Kumara Racing Club at the iconic Gold Nuggets race day! Come and experience the one and only Kumara Gold Nuggets race day, be part of the fun and entertainment and enjoy the exhilaration and atmosphere of thoroughbred racing Kumara style.

  • Living Waters Music Festival

    Join us for a groovy, toe-tapping extravaganza at the Living Waters Music Festival! Get ready to dance, sing, and have a blast at this incredible outdoor event happening at 32c Adairs Road, Ruatapu, New Zealand in the beautiful West Coast landscape. With a lineup of amazing musicians and bands, this festival promises to be an unforgettable experience. So

    $25
  • Driftwood & Sand

    Held in January each year at Hokitika beach, participants are invited to express themselves using beach-finds. Budding artists work side by side with professionals turning driftwood and other materials they find on the beach into sculptural pieces. All you need to bring is some imagination. Registrations - 9am Wed 24 Jan until 10am Sun 28

  • Lake Kaniere Triathlon

    Lake Kaniere Lake Kaniere, Hokitika

    The Lake Kaniere Scenic Triathlon, in its 39th year includes a kayak triathlon, swim triathlon, long distance swim, duathlon, run, walk, junior swim triathlon and a junior duathlon.

  • Hokitika Classic Surf Competition

    Hokitika Beach Beach Street, Hokitika, Westland, New Zealand

    The annual Hokitika Classic, a true backyard surf competition. Kicking off first thing Saturday morning. A $20 entry fee will go towards entertainment and camping. Spot prizes will be awarded at the prizegiving. $20 entry fee Note that this event is on the same day as WildFoods festival. We recommend organising accommodation ahead of time.

    $20
  • Hokitika Wildfoods Festival 2024

    Cass Square Hokitika

    Hokitika Wildfoods Festival - Saturday 9th March 2024 Hokitika’s annual Wildfoods Festival is a celebration of the West Coast’s unique wild food and lifestyle, accompanied by premier entertainment. Visitors can sample a wide array of local natural foods, ranging from some of the weirdest and most exotic delicacies to fabulous gourmet specialties. What’s traditionally found

  • South Island Ultra Marathon

    Beachfront Hotel Revell Street, Hokitika, Westland, New Zealand

    There are 3 events all being held on the amazing West Coast Wilderness Trail where runners will experience Lakes, Reservoirs, Rivers, Streams, Water Races, Swing Bridges, Bridges from Historic Tram Lines, A Western Town, Forestry, Wetlands, Board Walks, Mountains and the Sea just to name a few things. This trail has been described by so

  • West Coast Scenicland Rally

    Westland Industrial Heritage Park 9 Brian Waugh Lane, Hokitika, Westland, New Zealand

    WEST COAST SCENICLAND RALLY MARCH 2024 West Coast and other NZ Vintage Car Club members are invited to attend - find a Rally form to complete and sign-up asap if you haven't already! This years rally will be celebrating Westland's 150 years of Connection to the world and after touring the beautiful Westland District, will

  • The Nolan Family Reunion

    Hokitika Regent Theatre 23 Weld Street, Hokitika, Westland, New Zealand