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The Driftwood & Sand Festival is held annually in January and is a place where budding artists can work alongside professionals to create their own masterpieces from beach finds on
Arts on Tour presents The Mundi Trio "...taking a musical journey filled with global colours, grooves and influences" With Brazillian percussionist Ricardo Stuani, guitarist Chris Dabinett and flautist, vocalist and composer Tamara Smith Wednesday 9th February, 7.30pm at The Old Lodge Theatre, 11 Revell Street Hokitika. Tickets available from Hokitika's Regent Theatre
The Big Bike Night Wednesday 23rd Febrauary 2022 Booking now open through the Hokitika Regent Theatre. The Big Bike Film Night is on a mission- bringing the best cycling short films from around the world together for you. Showcasing our 2022 collection that has everything a cycle-centric audience could want - action, drama, humour, and
26th Annual Royal Enfield Rally Venue Kumara Hall, 58 Seddon Street, Kumara, Westland
The 2022 Lake Kaniere Scenic Triathlon Committee is excited to state we will be running the event in the current red traffic light settings. Some logistics/race rules will be provided closer to the time, but we are confident we can safely run the events on the 5th of March 2022! Please be aware there will
International Womens Day Breakfast to be held at Stella Cafe. Pre-order at the cafe by Saturday 5th March. Guest Speaker Trish McMurtrie of Womens Refuge. Enquiries to Stella Cafe 037555432 or Connie 037555152
Traditional Maori bodywork & healing clinics To be held at WestREAP in Hokitika Contact Manawa ora direct to book your appointment
New Zealand’s folk trio “Turkey The Bird” will remind you of the famous Margarita cocktail infused with a hint of “Simon & Garfunkel”, 2 ounces of “Mumford and Sons”, a splash of banjo and served on ice on a sunny day. Come and enjoy catchy folk songs with stunning rich melodies and effortless smooth lyrics.
Nikki Davies: My interpretation of the Art at Lascaux Caves
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
Wahine A TOURING EXHIBITION AMPLIFYING MAORI WOMEN'S VOICES Exhibited across WAEWAE POUNAMU & HOKITIKA I-SITE The Woven Women
The Scooter Safari is an endurance ride, coast to coast, Christchurch to Hokitika, a journey of over 250kms to raise funds for the Cancer Society of New Zealand, Canterbury-West Coast Division. Next Ride: 21 MAY 2022 REGISTRATIONS OPEN FEBRUARY 2022
"They carry the folk lable but this if folk that someone has tinkered with under the bonnet" Tuesday 24th May, Old Lodge Theatre Tickets $25, avvailable from Hokitika's Regent Theatre
Westland Industrial Heritage Park in Hokitika Queens Birthday Weekend Family Fun Days Saturday 4th & Sunday 5th June, 10am to 3pm 9 Brian Waugh Lane Hokitika (near the airport) Family Fun includes; Mudfish Bush Railway operating with visiting trains (weather dependent) $2 per ride, concessions tickets $10 Big Engine Shed Sound & Light Show Big
The Hokitika Lantern Parade will be held on Saturday 18th June. Get crafty & make your most beautiful lantern yet, and lets celebrate!
Hokitika Regent Theatre will be holding a gala opening night for the New Zealand film - Whina A biopic about Whina Cooper Released to coincide with Matariki Celebrations, 2022
What: Westland Puanga-Matariki Festival of Light Where: Hokitika, South Island West Coast, New Zealand When: Friday 24th June & Saturday 25th June 2022 from 5pm to 9pm Awe inspiring Light & Sound Shows & Interactive Displays Late Night Shopping & Street Dining Ferris Wheel, Glow Sticks & Live Entertainment $5 per person entry into Hokitika
Dust off your glad rags & head to the Woody this Saturday. NEKTA supported by The Wax Birds, going to be a great night!
Dessert Theatre: 30th June to 7th July Mid-Winter ESCAPE Comedy Playfest at the Old Lodge Theatre Thur 30th June, Fri 1st July, Sat 2nd July, Wed 6th July, Thur 7th July 7pm BYO Tickets $25 from Teichelmanns B&B Phone: 0277558232 Bookings Essential A Hokitika Dramatic Society Production
Come along to Hokitika’s Regent Theatre to participate in the West Coast Book Launch with Chris Long - “The Boy from Gorge River”. Chris will give an illustrated talk about his best selling book which tells of his extraordinary life growing up at Gorge River, and of his world wide adventures since from the Arctic
Hokitika's National Kiwi Centre & Aquarium is offering a super special deal this July School Holidays All tickets purchased using the special deal will entitle the holder to up to 4 visits during the July school holidays Adult $29 Child $18 Family $80 Purchase your tickets now at the National Kiwi Centre & Aquarium, 64
Love Hokitika Shop & Win promotion From 31st October to 10th December Purchase from participating retailers in Hokitika and enter the free draw to win some amazing prizes
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Love Hokitika Late Night Shopping Take the chance to browse your favourite stores in Hokitika and purchase some fabulous Christmas gifts & treats Don't forget to enter the Shop &
Join Love Hokitika for our annual Picnic on the Beach celebration Shop & Win prize draw is made during this event Santa will be popping in for a photo op
Saturday 21 January Annual West Coast Kahawai Fishing Competition 2023 Wild Outdoorsman | Fishing & Firearms & The Kaniere Empire Hotel bring you the annual WEST COAST KAHAWAI FISHING COMPETITION
Woodstock Family Fun Day Sat 21st January 11am to 4pm Lots of family fun including Live Music, Sausage Sizzle, Face Painting, Games & Activities Entry by donation
Held in January each year at Hokitika Beach, participants are invited to express themselves using beach-finds. Budding artists of all ages work side by side with professionals turning driftwood and
The 20th Annual Woodstock Motorcycle Rally 27th to 29th January Gate opens Friday at 12pm - noon Please note this is an R18 event
Friday 27 January Twilight Golf @ Hokitika Golf Course Get out to Mahinapua Links at Hokitika Golf Club one of only 9 true links courses in NZ Hokitika Golf Course
Westland A & P Show is one of the highlights for locals in Hokitika and is a must see event for visitors alike. Agricultural & Pastoral Shows are a tradition
Saturday 4 & Sunday 5 February Lake Mahinapua Aquatic Club 80th Anniversary Regatta Weekend This popular regatta is a must see. Great hospitality in a stunning location, providing 2 days
Monday 6 February West Coast 18 Hole Ambrose Championship Hokitika Golf Club - 11am Tee Off - Teams of Three
Saturday 25th February Whataroa Domain South Westland A&P 70th Show
The Lake Kaniere Scenic Triathlon is comprised of a kayak triathlon, swim triathlon, walk, and duathlon. This event was the 2nd Triathlon held of it's kind in New Zealand. 2023
Sunday 5 March Children's Day 9.30am - 2.30pm Children's Day - Cass Square, Hokitika Volunteers needed - Everything from running a BBQ, to helping with the Zorbs, bouncy castles, climbing
Hokitika Wildfoods Festival Established 1990 2023 entertainment includes DAVE DOBBYN, ZED, GREG JOHNSON & CASSIE HENDERSON Tickets available NOW *Limited numbers for 2023
Celebrate St Patricks Day at Kaniere Hotel Friday 17th March Live music with Vanter Monde Bowls of tasty irish stew, kilkenny cans, guinness & irish whiskey, Prizes to be won, Dress in green Great Craic & Great Music Courtesy Van Available
Happy St. Patricks Day!! Rock in for great Guinness, Great Tucker and a great time. Irish Stew or Dublin Coddle served with Colcannon Guinness on tap Irish Music
Hokitika Golf Club Get out ot Mahinapua Golf Links at Hokitika Golf Club one of only 9 true links courses in NZ Hokitika Golf Course, 206 Golf Links Road Please contact the club for more details
Saturday 25th March 7.30pm to 10.30pm At the Pioneer Hotel in Hokitika Moondog Blues and Scottie Burke
Hokitka Golf Club invites you to the 2023 Easter 36 Hole Fourball Stableford Tournament Entry fee $100 per player which includes evening meal on Saturday Open to Mens, Ladies & Mixed Pairs Afternoon Tea Available 18 holes 4BBB Stableford combined 18 holes individual Stableford Major & Special Prizes Early Entry is recommended Contact the club
Saturday 8th & Sunday 9th April Powerboat Regatta 2023 - Hans Bay, Lake Kaniere, 10am South Island Titles Juniors, Formula V, Series 3000, Pro Stock 90, Pro Com, Formula 1, Formula 3, UUIRR, Grand Prix, Mod H, Clubmans, Mod VP Food & Drink available
Mothers Day Market at Seaview Community Hall, Hokitika Sunday 23rd April, 10am to 1pm
29 April Old Lodge Theatre doors open 6.30pm tickets from https://www.trybooking.com/nz/events/landing?eid=9024& Andrew White is a troubadour. He is one of those rare artists who can skilfully combine brilliant finger-style guitar work with a compelling story in lyric and deliver them both in an engaging live performance. After a well-deserved break from the rigours of international
JOS The forgotten photographer who saved a town For nearly 100 years the name Jos Divis was missing from histories of New Zealand photography. Now a wrong is being righted. Some call him the ‘inventor of the selfie’. A street photographer ahead of his time he pioneered techniques to capture images of ordinary people and
Greenstone Retreat Autumn Gathering 4th to 7th May 2023 Let layers of stuff, like the leaves of autumn, naturally fall away Yoga/sound healing/nature workshops/cacao/kirtan 3 days inc food. With or without accommodation Book now
Kita Mean is Delightfully Camp! A giddy glimpse into the mind of a strange lady Join us on May 4th for an unforgettable night of entertainment with the one and only Kita Mean, the winner of Ru Paul's Drag Race Down Under! Get your tickets now through Eventfinda or at the Box Office to ensure
Join us in celebrating the coronation in style! Come view the live stream of the coronation of Charles the Third with the Lions Club and Hokitika's Regent. Your ticket includes a high tea and a glass of Pimm's on entry. Why watch at home when you can celebrate with the community!? Door open from 9:30pm,
Destination Westland South Island Ultra Marathon Saturday 13 May 2023 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
The annual Winter Christmas Tree Festival supported by Destination Westland and the Lions Club of Hokitika is on from 1st to 16th July from 10am to 2pm at the Hokitika
Join us for the Westland Puanga-Matariki Festival of Light on July 14th and 15th this Friday and Saturday from 5pm each evening! Experience the magic as the Hokitika CBD comes
Join us for the Westland Puanga-Matariki Festival of Light on July 14th and 15th this Friday and Saturday from 5pm each evening! Experience the magic as the Hokitika CBD comes alive with late-night shopping, entertainment, and dining to celebrate the Matariki National Holiday. Selected streets within the CBD (Weld between Town Clock and Revell Street,
See the NZ U21 Colts and other up-and-coming junior axemen compete against each other over a series of chopping disciplines. The Championship takes place at the 4th Westland Boys Brigade Hall, 290 Hampden Street, on Saturday 15th July from 5.30pm to 9.30pm
Junk2Funk 2023 is a wearable art exhibition where 75% of your entry must be made from recycled materials. Join the Junk2Funk Challenge. Deconstruct and create wearable art to be exhibited at the Hokitika Heritage Park!
Celebrating the Seekers, a live music & audio-visual treat with rare footage & still photos of the 1960s super group is coming to Hokitika on Friday November 3rd. Keith Potgers solo tribute to the group he helped form in 1962 covers the songs, stories & influences that shaped the Seekers and follows their rise to
This Friday 17th November we are having a sip of summer, with the wonderful sounds of The X Files, a selection of Cocktails, Pimms & Negroni with free nibbles and great food available, come out to the Woodstock and have some fun.
Ride the Wilderness Bike Race is back Join us on Saturday, 18 November for an exhilarating cycling adventure on the stunning West Coast Wilderness Trail. With four great races to choose from, there's something for everyone: 126km starting at Ross 95km starting at Hokitika 59km starting at Cowboy Paradise 26km starting at Kumara All races
Hokitika Community Trust hosts the annual Community Christmas Concert at Hokitika's Regent Theatre Friday 1st December Doors open at 6pm
EVOLVE Wellbeing Market at Greenstone Retreat, Kumara Sunday 26th November, 10am to 3pm Crystals, soaps, natural remedies, jewelry, art, crafts, vegetables, plants, preserves, clothes, 2nd hand goods, Community, food, workshops, cacao, healers, music & more
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.
Love Hokitika’s annual Picnic at the Beach Sunday 10th of December starting at 2pm. Bring a picnic blanket or relax on our bean bags and listen to the live local lineup of entertainment starting the day is the Poutini Hapouri Kapa Haka followed by local Vince & Corrina, then Kelvin Taylor– there may even be
Join Love Hokitika for some pre-Christmas family fun at the annual Picnic at the Beach on Sunday 10th December, 2.30pm
The Lions Club of Hokitika presents Che-fu and King Kapisi as Hedlok with support from The Nomad Earlybird tickets $45 + booking fee from Hokitika's Regent Theatre Licenced Bar/Big Screen Visuals/Strictly Limited Tickets
Hokitika's annual food drive is being held on Wednesday 13th December from 5.30pm Emergency Vehicles will be driving slowly along Hokitika's streets collecting non-perishable food donations for the local food bank They will have their sirens blaring so please don't be alarmed! The food drive starts and ends at WestREAP, 72 Tudor Street Hokitika. If
All welcome for Santa’s Social Ride Sunday 17th December Xmas bunch ride 1230pm optional pre ride coffee at the Clocktower 1pm roll out from Clocktower First stop Mahinapua Pub Second stop Woodstock Pub Third stop Kaniere Pub Last stop Pioneer Pub - family and non riders meet up in the garden bar Xmas attire and
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.
Westland District Library - Summer Holiday Activities Tuesday 9th January 10.30am to 11.30am - Pet Origami Westland District Library Location 20 Sewell Street, Hokitika (View map) Phone: 03 755 6208 Fax: 03 756 9045 Email: library@westlib.co.nz Website: www.westlib.co.nz
Westland District Library - Summer Holiday Activities Thursday 11th January 2.30pm to 3.30pm - Board Games Westland District Library Location 20 Sewell Street, Hokitika (View map) Phone: 03 755 6208 Fax: 03 756 9045 Email: library@westlib.co.nz Website: www.westlib.co.nz
Rosina & The Weavers are a tight-knit group from the southern reaches of Tāmaki Makaurau, Auckland. Following on from their self-titled EP (2022), they are embarking on an eight-show tour to celebrate the imminent release of their album: Hitching the Starlight Highway. Their quiver of new material reveals a developing classic rock sound, combined with forays
Westland District Library - Summer Holiday Activities Tuesday 16th January 10.30am to 11.30am - Rock Painting Westland District Library Location 20 Sewell Street, Hokitika (View map) Phone: 03 755 6208 Fax: 03 756 9045 Email: library@westlib.co.nz Website: www.westlib.co.nz
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
Westland District Library - Summer Holiday Activities Tuesday 23rd January 10.30am to 11.30am - Balloon Modelling Westland District Library Location 20 Sewell Street, Hokitika (View map) Phone: 03 755 6208 Fax: 03 756 9045 Email: library@westlib.co.nz Website: www.westlib.co.nz
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
A comedy show about cartwheels, cancer eviction, and Bad and Better wigs. Jo was always good at cartwheels. It was her thing. In 1981, Jo did a cart-wheel-a-thon for Telethon. She was that good. In 2021, Jo was diagnosed with cancer. Her right arm was significantly disabled. Would Jo be able to cartwheel again? Laugh
Westland District Library - Summer Holiday Activities Thursday 25th January 10.30am to 11.30am - Dress up storytime & 'craft creatures & wild animals' Westland District Library Location 20 Sewell Street, Hokitika (View map) Phone: 03 755 6208 Fax: 03 756 9045 Email: library@westlib.co.nz Website: www.westlib.co.nz
Trade-in your old lifejacket and receive $30 off a brand new Hutchwilco Lifejacket When: Friday 26th Jan - 12pm to 3pm Where: Westland District Council
Experience the mesmerizing sounds of The Fiona Pears Trio as they take the stage for a spellbinding performance. Led by the virtuoso violinist Fiona Pears, accompanied by pianist Dan Robertson and guitarist Connor Hartley-Hall, this gypsy jazz trio is sure to delight. With their masterful playing and captivating energy, The Fiona Pears Trio will take
Westland Agricultural & Pastoral Show The 54th Annual Show is to be held on Saturday 27th January 2024 at the Hokitika Racecourse Gates open at 9am on Show Day
Celebrating 100 years of aviation in Westland. The Westland District was introduced to the miracle of flight with the arrival of the Blazing Arrow – a biplane that gave joyrides
Wild Outdoorsman | Fishing & Firearms & The Kaniere Empire Hotel bring you the annual WEST COAST KAHAWAI FISHING COMPETITION 2024 FISHING - BBQ - GREAT YARNS This years annual
Westland District Library - Summer Holiday Activities Saturday 10th February 10.30am to 11.30am - Beanstalk Reading Challenge Celebration & MAGIC SHOW Westland District Library Location 20 Sewell Street, Hokitika (View
Drums, tribal beats, kundalini energy rising and free form movement to find your internal rhythm with Kate. Every day is a time to celebrate LOVE. Self love, Earth love, community
Adriano Sangineto - Creative Harp Adriano Sangineto is a virtuoso musician of Italian origins, internationally recognized for his exceptional contribution to Celtic harp music and his unique style. Adriano has
Dave Flynn - Celtic Guitar Journey Exploring the history of Celtic music on guitar Sat 24th Feb 7pm The Old Lodge Theatre Tickets $20 on the door
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.
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
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
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
We Have a Wild and Wacky Weekend happening at the Woodstock Hotel, Saint Patricks Day Weekend!! The Eastern are coming to town! This is the string band that roars like
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
Aviation100 - de Havilland DH89Flights & RAANZ Fly-In & Open Day The Dominie will be offering 15 minute scenic flights around Hokitika and surrounds, departing from Hokitika Airport. Passengers will
The South Island Ultra Marathon will be held on Saturday 11th May 2024 on the West Coast Wilderness Trail on the West Coast of the South Island. ***Late entries are
BIG BIKE FILM NIGHT 2024 The Big Bike Film Night is on a mission- bringing the best cycling short films from around the world together for you. Showcasing 2.5 hours
The Westland Multi-Cultural Festival is intended to be a collaborative Festival of Events to be held in partnership with various community groups and stakeholders in May 2024. The Lions Club
CultureFeast '24 Ethnic Food, Live Music, Arts & Crafts, Dance Performances at the Westland Multicultural Festival Sat 25th May 2024 2pm to 7pm Boys Brigade Hall, 290 Hampden Street, Hokitika
Nolan Family Reunion Movie Event Join with the Nolan family this Saturday 1st June from 1 pm atHokitika’s Regent Theatre to view a selection of film archives significant to the
An important new transport connection from the West Coast to Canterbury was made on 4th June 1924 when Captain Maurice Buckley and mechanic Bill Harrington, flew Avro 504K (H5241) Blazing Arrow from Greymouth to Christchurch, pioneering the very first aerial crossing of the Southern Alps. The aircraft had flown the first flights on the West
The Woodstock Presents Saturday Night Live Jordan & Al Hunter 8th June
Kiwi theatre classic for The Old LodgeContinuing its agenda of mounting a classic play in the Blackball Bathhouse each summer, Kiwi/Possum Productions presented a NZ classic at the end of January: Bruce Mason’s The End of the Golden Weather and have found a weekend among other commitments to bring it to The Old Lodge Theatre
The Woodstock Hotel presents East Coast * West Coast Al Hunter and Adam McGrath Saturday 15th June, 8pm
Family fun at the Westland Industrial Heritage Park in Hokitika! 10am to 3pm for the whole park plus train rides, then 5pm to 8pm NIGHT TIME TRAIN RIDES, opening Friday
Save the date! Festival of Light - Fireworks Extravaganza is on June 28th, starting at 4pm at Kumara Racecourse. $30 per car (max 5 ppl). $10 per adult and $5
Come on Hokipokians, Its winter and there is little else to do! Come down for an night full of musical entertainment. If you are not into dancing then toe-tapping in encouraged! Otherwise get your dancing shoes on. Paul Madsen as Freddie Mercury, along with his session Band,Paul has been Tributing Queen for 12 years and
Dust off your boots and join us for a fantastic evening before the busy season kicks in! This is a great opportunity to catch up with your neighbors and hear about our exciting new initiative for the coast. In collaboration with the West Coast Rural Support Trust, we're bringing the community together for an informative
NZ HIGHWAYMEN WINTER TOUR NZ Highwaymen set out on a Winter Tour A very special country music event, featuring legendary talent. Over 10,000 tickets sold throughout the 24 date
Join us for South African night!VENUE: Ocean View Restaurant, Beachfront Hotel Hokitika.FEE: $25 per person, book ahead of time with our team at hotel reception (03 755 8344) Experience the vibrant flavours, music, and culture of South Africa right here in Hokitika!
TGI Friday at the Woodstock Hotel. Live Music Happy Hour, Meat Raffles and more. Free Courtesy Van available - book your ride now
Event by Hokitika Lantern Parade Meet us at the Custom house to see the sunset and then embark on our annual lantern parade. Join us for a bonfire, music and
Old Lodge Theatre, July 14, 7pmTickets available from humanitixSkin & Bone: A Blend of Old and New in Dunedin's Music SceneAlbum available now: Last Bus to BrockvilleSkin & Bone are a five piece acoustic swing band from Ōtepoti, Dunedin. Formed relatively recently,they are nevertherless a product of some very longstanding musical friendships. Difficult to pigeonhole,
Oh the wild west coast! We are so excited to be bringing the medicine your way. It is a first for us being on this side of Te Wai Pounamu and we are grateful the gateway has opened We invite you to share an evening with us at the Greenstone retreat in Kumara! One of
Cacao Sound Healing & Meditation at Greenstone Retreat
Sixt, Twice The Hype and Soundsmith Records Present: Hollie Smith - The Bones Tour IIRegent Theatre, HokitikaSunday 4th August 2024Show 7:30pm Hollie Smith Announces Exclusive "The Bones Tour II" Solo and Intimate run of shows this Winter. Renowned singer-songwriter Hollie Smith is set to captivate audiences once again with her upcoming solo tour, ‘The Bones
"Not many artists have the imaginations of a Bob Dylan, Joni Mitchell and Leonard Cohen. Or the creative lunacy of a John Prine, Randy Newman or Tom Waits." ~ John ApiceShe’s an artist not to be missed. A velvet voice with something to say. A songwriter's songwriter. New Zealand's Donna Dean has gone about the
The young virtuoso recently described as “the finest guitar player of this generation” has fallen in love with New Zealand and after sellout tours through North America and Europe he will be back for an extensive national run of 35 shows! August 8 - Old Lodge Theatre, Hokitika 7pm doors / 7:30pm show VERY limited
As we are blessed with a little more sunlight every day, I invite you to gather in sacred circle. Dropping the layers that feel ready to be shed and igniting the light within us. Spark the feeling of love, joy & deep connection inside of you again through being held in sisterhood and witnessing others
Healers, Heath care Professionals and Carers we see you! We know how exhausted you are! We invite you to join a sanctuary of relaxation & rejuvenation, designed just for you! 24th & 25th August 2024 Take a Break and enjoy Sound healing, relaxing yoga, breathwork & meditation, creative time, grounding, stress management, self care &
TGI Friday at The Woodstock Hotel! Live Music with Ric Hetherington.Kick off your weekend with a bang at The Woodstock Hotel! Join us this Friday for an evening packed with fun, fantastic food, and great vibes! 2 for 1 Cocktails – Bring on the weekend. BBQ Platter – Only $25! A sizzling selection of BBQ Ribs, Fried Chicken
Have family links to the West Coast? Want to celebrate Canterbury links with the West Coast? Interested in updates from Buller, Grey and Westland districts? You are invited to a 'West Coasters in Canterbury' event.
NZ Mountain Film Festival 2024 FRI27SEP Coming Soon to Hokitika's Regent Theatre 120 mins | Rated E | Documentary It's that time again! The biggest (indoor)event on the West Coast outdoor adventure calendar - the Hokitika screening of the New Zealand Mountain Film Festival! Come on down to Hokitika's Regent Theatre for a night
An evening of profound connections and spiritual insights await you as Kelvin Cruickshank NZ Medium, along with your loved ones in spirit, allow you to learn “The Language of Spirit.” As you step into the venue, you’ll enter a realm where the boundaries between the physical and spiritual worlds connect in a safe sanctuary that
Badjelly the Witch, the much-loved, utterly loony Spike Milligan classic, is this year’s Glow Show! Nearly 100,000 Kiwi kids, parents and educators have seen a Glow Show; come and join
Welcome to the PRANZ regional Hokitika Huddle. Based from the Lake Kaniere lodge involving 2+ days of packrafting the jungle rivers of the area. We're targeting walk in runs on the Hokitika Gorge and the Arahura Cesspool section for the adventurous and the Milltown Arahura run and glassy floats on the Lake for the more
We've got an incredible lineup of live music events waiting for you this summer and we're starting with a bang! Join us for Jody Direen's live band show in the garden on Saturday, October 19! Don't miss this chance to see one of Australasia's most vibrant country stars live. Limited tickets are available. Earlybird tickets
TICKETS ON SALE TODAY - Online or at Venue(Advocates of the zero Visa or hidden fees, pleaseemail ryannevilleshowband.co.nzwith the word Hoktix, and payment will be securely sent to you). Ryan Neville & The Midnight Show Band - MOJO TOUR 2024Support act Southern Skye (just back from the USA)Saturday the 19th of October7:30pm till 10pm VENUE -
Award - winning musicians and collaborators Ariana Tikao and Bob Bickerton have joined forces to create Muriwai. A confluence of two rivers, their music merges Maori and Celtic musical traditions through Celtic harp, vocals and taonga puoro.
Running from 1st November to 13th December 2025 Shop at any one of the 30+ Participating businesses in Hokitika and go in the draw* to win an Instore Prize PLUS the Grand Prize Draw at Picnic at the Beach on 15th December. *T&C apply with some businesses requiring a minimum spend Shop local - Support
Ride the Wilderness Bike Race West Coast Wilderness Trail Saturday 16 November Enter now at www.ridethewilderness.co.nz 4 Races 126km - Starts at Ross 95km - Starts at Hokitika 59km -
LIVE GIG - R18 The Salmonella Dub SoundSystem featuring band originator Andrew aka Dj Rudeboy on the mix ft. Mighty Asterix & Whirimako Black LIVE with the amazing Sal Dub horn section bring the band’s new DOUBLE Digi album FOR ALL THINGS ALIVE in a space weaving 2hr dancefloor journey through Salmonella Dubs basslands. Prepare
EVOLVE wellbeing market at Greenstone Retreat 10am to 3pm Sunday 24th November 2024 Crystals, soaps, natural remedies, jewelry, art, crafts, vegetables, plants, preserves, clothes, 2nd hand goods, Community, food, workshops, cacao, healers, music & more.
New Zealand’s first airliner; de Havilland DH83 Fox Moth ZK-ADI. Photo credit: John King Inchbonnie and New Zealand’s first licensed scheduled air service Inchbonnie will have a national aviation and
Join us this at Greenstone Retreat in Kumara on Wednesday 15th January for a deeply healing, personalized session, including all things yoga and holistic. Making connections, learning new life tools and relaxing the body and mind deeply to leave you feeling connected to your higher self, with a wide open heart and ready to face
Join us to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the settlement of Jackson Bay by learning about the history of early settlement in the area. Katherine Bennie, the Jackson Bay historian who has done exhaustive and meticulous research over the last 12 to 14 years on these early settlers, will also host a display in her shed at the Bay from 10am, Friday-Sunday. This may be of particular interest to those wanting to look back into the early settlement and especially those with ancestors as there are files on all the immigrant families including where many had settled on their selected blocks of land.
Wild Outdoorsman - Fishing & Firearms& The Kaniere Empire Hotel bring you the annualWEST COAST KAHAWAI FISHING COMPETITION 2025 FISHING - BBQ - GREAT YARNS This years annual West Coast Kahawai Fishing Competition will be held on Saturday 18th Jan 2025 and is our 11th year running! - So bring the whole family along for
Living Waters Music Festival 18th and 19th January 2025 Held at beautiful Scenic Water Ways 32c Adairs Road Hokitika Come for the day of live Christian Music. We have a big line up of incredible artists. Lots of food trailers entertainment for Children on this beautiful venue. Bring a picnic blanket and fold up chairs
Kayak down the wide and meandering Hokitika River from the Gorge back to the Kaniere Bridge. Five sets of Class 2 rapids to enjoy. Rain and river height dependent. You will need your own kayak, PFD and helmet. Duration is 6 hrs $5 Member $10 Non-Member Your leader is Euan Mackenzie. January 18th, 2025, at
Maritime New Zealand has reserved an area near Hans Bay for this power boating club race-training day. The Hans Bay boat ramps will be closed during the above period, and an area of lake between Canoe Cove and Rose Creek, as shown on a sign at the Sunny Bight ramp during the event. For further
Join us to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the settlement of Jackson Bay with an unveiling of a new plaque at the Arawata Cemetery. The plaque has confirmed names and information of people buried within. We then progress to Jackson Bay and meet at the DOC kiosk to reveal the information panel offer 300 names from the firmt ship load of settlers in January 18th, 1875, followed by the new plaque unveiling at Jackson Bay foreshore.
Join us to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the settlement of Jackson Bay with a celebration dinner at the Heartland Hotel. Period costume is encouraged!
Singer / songwriter Boaz Anema and his Southern Summer tour make their way to Woodstock Brewing in Hokitika / Woodstock on Monday 20th and Tuesday 21st January 2025. Starting at 6:30 PM on Saturday and Sunday, Boaz will play a mix of classic tunes and his own original compositions. It's the perfect way to enjoy
Nau Mai Haere Mai - Welcome 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.
Your last chance ever to attend the famous WOODSTOCK MOTORCYCLE RALLY If you didn't take the pre paid option you can still pay at the gate on the day. Bands both Friday and Saturday with a Poker run on Saturday morning.
Get your entries in and come and join us for an epic day over on the mighty West Coast! All levels and ages catered for, from beginners all the way through to the top riders in the country! Entries are limited and close on the 20th of January. Follow our link in bio or https://liveheats.com/events/299588
Join us on Sunday, 26 January 2025 at 15:00 at Sunset Point, Hokitika for the LOVE HOKITIKA PICNIC AT THE BEACH! Enjoy local entertainment, food carts, lolly scramble, bouncy castle, and giant games. See you there! If you're in town for the Driftwood & Sand festival the Picnic at the Beach is a great way
