The dates for Driftwood & Sand 2026 are now set! Book your travel now to be in Hokitika 21-25 Jan 2026. If you want to see the beach sculptures at their best, make sure you're here for the final day and prizegiving on Sunday 25 Jan. See you then!

Brought to you by Wild Outdoorsman – Fishing & Firearms & The Kaniere Empire HotelFishing • BBQ • Great Yarns | 12 Years Running! Get ready for one of the Coast’s favourite summer events! The annual West Coast Kahawai Fishing Competition is back for its 12th year on Saturday, 24th January 2026 — and it’s

Save the date for the Heritage Hokitika Summer series in January and February. Saturday 10th January 10am to 1pm - Hokitika Regent Theatre Saturday 17th January 10am to 1pm - Ross Heritage Centre Saturday 24th January 10am to 1pm Guided Museum Tours - Hokitika Museum Saturday 24th January 1pm Walking History Tour of Hokitika Township

Sun is shining - get your entries in for the 2026 Westland A&P Equestrian Show being held at the Kokatahi Pony club grounds on Saturday the 31st of January 2026. Please Note – Westland A & P Show is no longer affiliated with RAS. No prize money will be paid but we have kept our

Save the date for the Heritage Hokitika Summer series in January and February. Saturday 10th January 10am to 1pm - Hokitika Regent Theatre Saturday 17th January 10am to 1pm - Ross Heritage Centre Saturday 24th January 10am to 1pm Guided Museum Tours - Hokitika Museum Saturday 24th January 1pm Walking History Tour of Hokitika Township

Course: Blue Spur LoopDistance: 75km (3 laps), 50km (2 laps) or 25km (1 lap)Format: HandicapRace Sponsor: Pioneer Hotel, Hokitika Registration: open from 9.30am, at Westland High School, Hampden Street, Hokitika.Race Start: 10.30amWeather forecast: Bluebird Reserve day: Sunday 22 Feb, if weather on the Saturday is not favourable. Post-race Function: Pioneer Hotel, Hokitika, for a club

Final Big Planting Day - Wadeson Island Sun 22 Feb, 10am–1pm • Hokitika Rugby League Club gate BBQ on. Tools ready. Hundreds of plants ready to go in the ground. Please note we are meeting at the gate, and that we can now confirm: The gate will be open so we can use the usual parking. This

Hokitika Department of Conservation Walk & Talk with Don Neale (West Coast Marine Ranger) "How to Look at a Beach" Wednesday 4th March, 5.30pm to 6.30pm Beach end of Richards Drive - Look for the Flags All ages welcome - free 'Seaweek' event  

Shamanic Breathwork Training - Level One Shamanic Healing Initiatory Process 7th to 20th March 2026 Greenstone Retreat - Kumara

Join us as we celebrate the incredible women in our community with a special brunch and guest speaker Mayor Helen Lash.Enjoy a delicious buffet brunch, great company, and inspiring conversation as we celebrate International Women's Day together. $25 per person Complimentary mimosa on arrivalBring your friends, mums, sisters, or colleagues and make a morning of it. We would

15km Graded Scratch Race - final race of the series. Meet at West Coast Treetop Walk and Tower Zipline on Woodstock-Rimu Rd at 5.45pm for: 5.45pm onwards - Sign in.6.15pm - Race Briefing.6.20pm (sharp) - E Grade start6.30pm - Elite Grade start6.32pm - A Grade start6.34pm - B Grade start6.36pm - C Grade start6.38pm -

Tiki Taane - Artist, Producer, Engineer, Director, Experimentalist. One of the most well known and diverse artists and producers in Aotearoa NZ, Tiki Taane is considered to be an influential element in the pioneering of Aotearoa's bass culture, as well as the country's most prolific genre bending experimentalist. First hitting the scene in 1991, Tiki

Hokitika’s Wildfoods Festival is a celebration of the West Coast’s unique wild food and lifestyle, with premiere entertainment 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

Hokitika Cycling Club 16km Graded Scratch Race - final Graded Scratch race of the season. Meet outside the Arahura Marae at 5.45pm for: 5.45pm onwards - Sign in.6.15pm - Race Briefing.6.20pm (sharp) - E Grade start6.30pm - Elite Grade start6.32pm - A Grade start6.34pm - B Grade start6.36pm - C Grade start6.38pm - D Grade

So what does the Mad Hatter Rally offer?? Fire drums, onsite food and coffee, live music, free tea and coffee, flushing toilets AND of course the rally famous grazing table all for $50. Come to Kumara Sports ground to camp or book accommodation in the area. BYO drinks a bonus - NO GLASS

We have big and exciting news: this March, in conjunction with Arts on Tour, we bring you PRIMA FACIE, an award-winning play that tells an important story.This event is likely to sell out, so secure your tickets today from ticketing link below! Age 14+ only.Acclaimed Oliver and Tony award-winning play, Suzie Miller's Prima Facie is

Join us for a special screening of Five Films For Freedom, the world’s widest reaching LGBTQIA+ online celebration. A partnership between the British Council and BFI Flare, London’s LGBTIQIA+ film festival, Five Films For Freedom makes five LGBTIQ+ short films available to watch online for free anywhere in the world. Since its launch, the films

Westland Rally 2026 Event Timetable SS1: Lady Lake 1 (12.88kms) 9:10am   SS2: Mitchells 1 (17.92kms) 9:45am   SS3: Old Ch Ch Rd 1 (5.04kms) 10:45am   SS4: Adairs 1 (4.16kms) 11:20am   SS5: Kariere 1 (10.91kms) 11:55am   SS6: Adairs 2 (4.16kms) 1:00pm   SS7: Kariere 2 (10.91kms) 1:35pm   SS8: Old Ch Ch Rd 2 (5.42kms) 2:55pm   SS9: Mitchells 2

A rock ‘n’ roll stand-up comedy show.Ōtautahi-based comedian Steven King explores life, love, luck, and the passage of time through the lenses of his glasses, thinks about it for a while, and now presents it to you in a live show of absurdist comedy and indie-rock.“Never Not Now” — touring Aotearoa in 2026.

Taika Waititi’s Hunt for the Wilderpeople will return to Hokitika for it's 10th anniversary of its original release. Anniversary screenings across Aotearoa will be a communal experience to celebrate this modern Aotearoa classic with the film being shown in a 4K version, starting with a nationwide celebration on Tuesday 31 March. A decade on from

An Evening with Samantha Beneke Green Room, Hokitika Regent TheatreTuesday 31 March7:00pmFree entry After three books, countless late nights, and a world built in shadows… It all comes down to this. Join local author Samantha Beneke for the launch of The One, the final book in the Captive Hearts trilogy. A dark, emotionally charged vampire romance

Come and experience New Zealand’s most scenic Backyard Ultra, running between the ocean and the mountains, on the wild West Coast Saturday, April 4th, 2026 (Easter Weekend) Start time: 9:00 AM Location: Hokitika Beachfront A unique Backyard Ultra between the Tasman sea and the Southern Alps. 1 loop 6.7km on the hour, every hour. Run till you

Easter Pairs Stableford TournamentJoin us for the annual Easter Tournament at Mahinapua Links.Limited to the first 54 pairs of men, ladies or mixed pairsSaturday 4BBB Stableford, Sunday individual Stableford.$90 per player, great prizesEmail entry to Simon at hokitikagolf@xtra.co.nz

Jody Direen returns to the garden at Lake Mahinapua Hotel for a special single release party celebrating her new track, West Coast. Known for her dynamic stage presence and cinematic country-pop sound, Jody brings her full band to Mahinapua for a night of high-energy songs, big hooks and stories shaped by land, lineage and the wild

Westland District Library Lego - Build a Pirate Scene No registration - everyone's welcome Children under 8yrs old must be supervised by a caregiver at all times

7 April 26 | Old Lodge Hokitika | ES MI CAMINO — Music, Stories, and Medicine from the Jungle | 7pm An intimate evening of live music and storytelling with Nadav (COSMIC UNITY), sharing songs from the album ES MI CAMINO, recorded in Peru with musicians from around the world. Through guitar, voice, and story,

Westland District Library Design an Authentic Treasure Map No registration - everyone's welcome Children under 8yrs old must be supervised by a caregiver at all times

The 13th annual Ocean Film Festival World Tour returns to Aotearoa this April with six inspiring films celebrating ocean adventure, conservation and surf culture. Highlights include The Raftsmen, chronicling a record-breaking raft journey across the world’s largest ocean; The Kelp Collector, an intimate Australian short about marine preservation; and Antarctica: Domain One, narrated by surfing

 Get Ready to Shine – Family Karaoke Disco!  Looking for something fun to do with the whānau? Come along to a Family Karaoke Disco in Hokitika! Join us for an afternoon filled with music, laughter, dancing, and karaoke. Whether you love singing your heart out or just want to enjoy the vibes, everyone is welcome.

Westland District Library Crochet a Pirate Eye Patch with Marj No registration, everyone's welcome Children under 8yrs old must be supervised by a caregiver at all times

Westland District Library Pirate Escape Game - Captain on the Loose Aimed at 8+yrs old childre. Registration ESSENTIAL by email library@westlib.co.nz or 03 755 6208 Children under 8yrs old must be supervised by a caregiver at all times

NZ's Longest running comedy show comes to Hokitika's Regent Theatre with an interactive Murder Mystery! Dress up Western and try to solve this dastardly deed!

Greenstone Retreat - Kelly MacNeill Learn Energy Healing for yourself, friends and family  Whatever your level - come for some interactive, energetic fun  Connect to your surroundings, nature, each other and the great cosmos  Grounding, Attuning, Permission and Protection - all in there  Healing for yourself - in there  Healing for others - in there 

Kumara Racecourse - gold coin entry Display and judging of miniature horse jumping and obstacle course Get up close with our miniature horses Hobby horse competition for adults and children Children's competitions Erzsi's eats & espresso

'Ao’, meaning ‘world’ in Te Reo Maori is at the epicentre of AOTANGO. Enjoy their seamless fusion of world music and tango, in an eclectic mix of styles presented by musicians who call Aotearoa their home. Based in Tamaki Makaurau, AOTANGO features violinist Andrew Beer (APO Concertmaster), pianist Somi Kim (NZTrio), double bassist Gordon Hill

A heartwarming kiwi comedy with a dramatic twist... A play by Michelle Amas, directed by Sally Richardson Weds 29th & Thurs 30th April Fri 1st & Sat 2nd May 7pm at the Old Lodge Theatre Hokitika Drinks, refreshments and licenced bar available

Saturday 9th May 2026 This run is limited to 400 participants on the day. This Ultra caters for the beginner through to the Elite Ultra Athlete looking to do their fastest time. The Trail is a Grade 2 Mountain Bike Ride and does give some good uphill climbs, with the finish a good downhill to

The Big Bike Film Night is on a mission - bringing the best short cycling films from around the world together for you. Showcasing 2.5 hours of mesmerizing bike films that have everything a cycle-centric audience could want, action, drama, humour, and plenty of inspiration. The evening is unashamedly and utterly, utterly, utterly designed and

Irish folk music and stories, with old movies. Enjoy live Irish music played to the backdrop of Super 8 movies taken in Ireland, with Sean Kelly on vocals, whistles, bodhran and guitar, Jono Lonie on fiddle and mandolin and Maree Limpus on cello. Presented in association with Arts on Tour

Come along and celebrate the 5th Birthday of our Iconic Mudfish Bush Railway! Visiting trains from Greymouth and Christchurch, including a steam train or 2. Saturday 10am to 3pm (Park and Railway), then the 'Train of Terror' 5pm to 7pm (Railway only).Sunday 10am to 3pm (Park and Railway).Monday 10am to 2pm (Park and Railway). Note:

What a night it was last year We’re bringing the energy back on 30 May 2026! Join us for an exciting and entertaining night - everyone is welcome!Seats fill fast so secure yours early.

A Line in the Sandstone is a new grassroots film that follows a collaboration between activists and highliners to traverse a highline set across a canyon deep in the wilderness of the Denniston Plateau. Under Fast-track, the treasured Denniston Plateau could be torn apart for coal mining - a unique landscape shaped over millions of

Its a Big Weekend of Live Music at the Woody!!! We kick off with TGI Friday featuring Ric Hetherington live from 6pm. Saturday Night - a huge double-header from 7.30pm with Shakey Ground then the Runanga Blues Club. *no cover charge - just great live music and good times Sunday Night - The Hokitika Music

Sunday Night Live Music at the Woody with the Hokitika Music Club Jam Night - all musicians welcome to jump up and join in! Sunday Roast Night with special pricing

A Line in the Sandstone is a new grassroots film that follows a collaboration between activists and highliners to traverse a highline set across a canyon deep in the wilderness

Its a Big Weekend of Live Music at the Woody!!! Saturday Night - a huge double-header from 7.30pm with Shakey Ground then the Runanga Blues Club. *no cover charge -

Paul Ego ‘STICK’ – NZ Tour 2026 It's taken 30 years of performing comedy for PAUL EGO to get off his butt and do a solo NZ tour, so this is both

We're looking forward to welcoming local musician Reilly to Woodstock Rimu this Friday from 6pm–8pm! Many locals will know Reilly from Hokitika Swim School. When he's not teaching in the

Banff Centre Mountain Film and Book Festival is one of the largest and most prestigious mountain festivals in the world! Hot on the heels of the Festival that is held every

This winter read with your loved ones and be in the draw to win amazing prizes with Westland District Library.  Runs from 1st July to 1st August. Download the Beanstack App or go to westlib.beanstack.org to log your reading online and then collect your stickers at the library

Midwinter Magic in Hokitika - Individual and Group Tours will be available every Wednesday in July between 10am and 3pm - please call 0276291935 to book

Hokitika's Regent Theatre - celebrate the start of the school holidays with a Kids Winter Disco - 5pm to 7pm - $5 entry per person

Midwinter Magic in Hokitika - Westland Industrial Heritage Park - Heritage Talk Series 4th July Coach House Tour with David Verrall, Custodian of West Coast History Other talks in this series include 11 July - Maritime Centre and Museum of Fire, 18 July - Heritage Craft Centre, 25 July - Railway Tour

Midwinter Magic in Hokitika at Westland District Library - DIY Paper Snowflakes. No registration required - suitable for Children under 8yrs old - must be supervised by a caregiver at all times

Midwinter Magic in Hokitika - Individual and Group Tours will be available every Wednesday in July between 10am and 3pm - please call 0276291935 to book

Midwinter Magic in Hokitika at Westland District Library - Family Winter Tales. Grab a hot cocoa, a nibble, and cosy up with your loved ones around old winter tales. No registration required - suitable for Children under 8yrs old - must be supervised by a caregiver at all times

Midwinter Magic in Hokitika - WestREAP are holding a Matariki Melody Makers session

Midwinter Magic in Hokitika - Matariki Art and Craft at WestREAP

Puanga-Matariki see's Hokitika come alive with LIGHTS, LIVE MUSIC, CULTURAL PERFORMANCES  and CHILDRENS ACTIVITIES!  Saturday 11 July 6pm to 9pm in Weld Street.  Cultural Performances will be happening in Hokitika's Regent Theatre 6.30pm to 7.45pm with a Matariki narrative trail.  Hokitika restaurants will be open to welcome you and your family for dinner before and

Midwinter Magic in Hokitika - Westland Industrial Heritage Park - Heritage Talk Series 11 July - Maritime Centre and Museum of Fire with Rob Daniel, lifelong maritime enthusiast and Ian Gilbertson, ex Hokitika Fire Brigade Other talks in this series include 4 July - Coach House Tour, 18 July - Heritage Craft Centre, 25 July

Midwinter Magic in Hokitika - Big Engine Start-up!  Hear, see and feel the power of the Big Engine at Westland Industrial Heritage Park on Saturday 11th July at 2pm

South Island music release winter tour RIDDIM CARTEL - FUTURE FLOWZ - MR CHOPS - BRIGGS Saturday 11 July Thatcher & Small Get your tickets from https://www.kingkapisi.nz/

Midwinter Magic in Hokitika at Westland District Library - Decorate a photo frame. No registration required - suitable for Children under 8yrs old - must be supervised by a caregiver at all times

Midwinter Magic in Hokitika - Individual and Group Tours will be available every Wednesday in July between 10am and 3pm - please call 0276291935 to book

Midwinter Magic in Hokitika at Westland District Library - Disney Movies and Mega Quiz - no registration required - suitable for Children over 8yrs old

Midwinter Magic in Hokitika - Westland Industrial Heritage Park - Heritage Talk Series 18 July - Heritage Craft Centre with Maria Martin-Smith, artist, crafter and restorer Other talks in this series include 4 July Coach House Tour, 11 July - Maritime Centre and Museum of Fire, 25 July - Railway Tour

Hokitika's Regent Theatre is hosting the book launch of Digging Deep by Julia Bradshaw.  The evening includes an illustrated talk by Julia, other speakers, book signing, goldfields displays, costumes from The Luminaries and great raffle prizes.

Their time away from touring has been spent composing, animating and learning even more instruments to create a show that will mesmerise the young and the old alike. Prepare for a unique experience featuring vibraphone, tuba, harmonica, pan flute, synthesisers, drums, bass and vocals – all brought to life against a stunning backdrop of hand-drawn

Midwinter Magic in Hokitika - Individual and Group Tours will be available every Wednesday in July between 10am and 3pm - please call 0276291935 to book

Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga & Tohu Whenua are hosting tours of the Government Building in Hokitika on Saturday 25th July as part of Hokitika's Heritage Weekend.  Tour numbers are strictly limited and prebooking is required at https://humanitix.com/nz/search/nz--west-coast-region--hokitika/hokitika%20government%20building?dates=all Tours are happening at 9am, 10am & 11am Other events happening for Hokitika's Heritage Weekend include: Guided

Midwinter Magic in Hokitika - Westland Industrial Heritage Park - Heritage Talk Series 25 July - Railway Tour with Bruce Hackett, model railway enthusiast. You will need to walk 700m on reasonably even ground for the railway tour.  If wet, the Coach House tour repeats Other talks in this series include 4 July Coach House

This is a Film followed by a Q&A afterwards with Morgana O'Reilly

Midwinter Magic in Hokitika - Individual and Group Tours will be available every Wednesday in July between 10am and 3pm - please call 0276291935 to book

This August at Hokitika's Regent Theatre is the David Lynch Film Festival

Australia’s premier bluesman returns to NZ after sold out shows in 2025! Renowned for his electrifying live shows, Ash Grunwald has inspired a generation to hit the road in an old van to ‘surf by day jam by night’. The festival favourite brings a high energy, vibrant live show with stacks of guitars and foot

Chamber music New Zealand presents the Dolfin-Lin Duo  

LOCK IN THE DATE FOR 2027 We are excited to announce that the Wild West Backyard Ultra will be back in 2027 FRIDAY MARCH 26TH 9AM We will be starting