Cool Little Town

Westland Puanga Matariki Festival 2023
2023-07-14 17:00 - 20:00 UTC | 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 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, Tancred Street between Weld and Hamilton, and Revell between Weld and Hamilton) will be closed to vehicles and transformed into a vibrant communal seating and entertainment area. Get ready to immerse yourself in the Festival of Light, an interactive lighting show that will captivate your senses.

Winter Christmas Tree Festival
2023-07-01 10:00 - 2023-07-16 14:00 | Hokitika Airport
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 Airport and the Hokitika i-Site. Gold coin donation to vote for your favourite tree with the proceeds going to youth projects in Hokitika.

Destination Westland South Island Ultra Marathon
2023-05-13 | West Coast Wilderness Trail, Hokitika, Westland, New Zealand
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 a few things. This trail has been described by so many as the Most Scenic Mountain Bike Ride in New Zealand, it is now also known as New Zealand Fastest and Most Scenic Ultra Marathon.

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3 Events:

* South Island Ultra 100km Greymouth to Hokitika – Solo or Team of 2 (Teams change at Old Chch Road)
* South Island Ultra 54km Old Christchurch Road to Hokitika – Solo or Team of 2 (Team Change at Sunny Bight Feed Station)
* South Island Warm Up 24km Lake Kaniere to Hokitika – Solo

Individual Records:

Daniel Cox: 8 hours 21 minutes 45 seconds for the 100km (male) 2021
Konoka Azumi: 8 Hours 24 minutes 03 seconds for the 100km (female) 2022
Chris Taylor: 4 hours 25 minutes 14 seconds for the 54km (male) 2021
Caris Teo: 4 Hours 32 Minutes 58 seconds 54km (female) 2021
Stewart Milne: 1 hour 35 minutes 1 second for the 24km (male) 2021
Catherine Delaporte Marsh: 1 Hour 48 minutes 56 seconds 24km (female) 2022

Breaking News… $10,000 prize for first Male 100km Runner under 8 hours & $10,000 prize for first Female 100km Runner under 8 hours in 2023 SI Ultra Marathon

The Coronation of King Charles III
2023-05-06 21:30 - 23:30 | Hokitika Regent Theatre, 23 Weld Street, Hokitika, Westland, 7810, New Zealand
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, Saturday 6th May.

Kita Mean is Delightfully Camp!
2023-05-04 20:00 - 22:00 | Hokitika Regent Theatre, 23 Weld Street, Hokitika, Westland, 7810, New Zealand
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 you don’t miss out on this wild evening!

Greenstone Retreat Autumn Gathering
2023-05-04 - 2023-05-07 | Greenstone Retreat Kumara, 45 Greenstone Road, Kumara, Westland, 7832, New Zealand
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

Movie Premier: JOS
2023-04-30 15:00 - 16:00 | Hokitika Regent Theatre, 23 Weld Street, Hokitika, Westland, 7810, New Zealand
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 their
working lives in a way no-one else could.
Imprisoned for his beliefs, he lived his last years alone in the ghost town he
helped bring to life, his family believing him dead.
JOS is a journey of discovery following a historian, a photographer and a
museum curator all working to give Jos Divis’ the recognition he deserves.
A film by Dave Kwant and Robyn Janes
46 mins, All Audiences.

Andrew White and Marie Island
2023-04-29 18:30 - 21:00 | The Old Lodge Theatre, 11 Revell Street, Hokitika, Westland, 7810, New Zealand
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 touring, Andrew returns to the international stage showcasing material from his new studio album ‘Beautiful Trouble’ – his sixteenth album to date – his forthcoming solo Ragtime/Blues album, ‘Where the Wild Winds Moan’, and his first children’s book -‘Dingle the Dolphin.’

Andrew is very happy to have Marie Island opening the evening. Marie’s music weaves threads connecting to the earth, she explores passion, darkness and love-all with a whole lot of soul! One of Aotearoa’s ‘Hidden Gems’, Marie presents her timeless originals enriched with travel stories and untamed by genre. Marie is known to really push the topic that titles her songs with clarity and poetic passion!

“White’s style is a unique, soulful mix, and his guitar playing is extraordinary.” -Rambles Art Magazine, U.K.

“White is one of those few blessed individuals who combines international-class finger-style guitar playing with great vocals and superb song- writing.” – Ian Melrose (Clannad) “Andrew is a magical writer, listen to him with your heart.” – Tommy Emmanuel

“It is no stretch at all to describe Andrew White as the Art Tatum of the guitar.” – Stephen Pederson, Chronicle Herald, Canada

Mothers Day Market
2023-04-23 10:00 - 13:00 | Seaview Community Hall, Seaview, Hokitika, Westland
Mothers Day Market at Seaview Community Hall, Hokitika
Sunday 23rd April, 10am to 1pm

Powerboat Regatta 2023 - Lake Kaniere
2023-04-08 10:00 - 2023-04-09 17:00 | Lake Kaniere, Lake Kaniere, Hokitika
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

2023 Easter, 36 Hole, Fourball Stableford Tournament
2023-04-08 - 2023-04-09 | Hokitika Golf Club, 206 Golf Links Road, Hokitika
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 for more information

Pioneer Hotel Hokitika - Live Music with the Moondog Blues & Scottie Burke
2023-03-25 19:30 - 22:30 | Pioneer Hotel, 80 Gibson Quay, Hokitika, Westland, New Zealand
Saturday 25th March
7.30pm to 10.30pm
At the Pioneer Hotel in Hokitika
Moondog Blues and Scottie Burke

Twilight Golf
2023-03-24 | Hokitika Golf Club, 206 Golf Links Road, Hokitika
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

Woodstock Hotel St Patricks Day Celebration
2023-03-17 | Woodstock Hotel, 250 Woodstock Rimu Road, Hokitika, Westland, New Zealand
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

Kaniere Hotel St Patricks Day Celebration
2023-03-17 | kaniere Hotel, 289 Kaniere Road, Hokitika, Westland
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

Hokitika Wildfoods Festival
2023-03-11 | Cass Square, Hokitika
Hokitika Wildfoods Festival
Established 1990
2023 entertainment includes DAVE DOBBYN, ZED, GREG JOHNSON & CASSIE HENDERSON
Tickets available NOW
*Limited numbers for 2023

Childrens Day
2023-03-05 | Cass Square, Hokitika
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 tower, rides, petting zoo, carnival stalls and much more
Contact: Hokitika Community Trust on Facebook or at the medical centre 755 8180

Lake Kaniere Scenic Triathlon
2023-03-04 | Lake Kaniere, Lake Kaniere, Hokitika
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 includes the addition of a run, junior swim triathlon, junior duathlon and long
distance swim, as well as an E-Bike Category in all senior events.

South Westland A&P Show
2023-02-25 | South Westland A&P Show, Whataroa Domain, Whataroa, South Westland
Saturday 25th February
Whataroa Domain
South Westland A&P 70th Show

West Coast 18 Hole Ambrose Championship
2023-02-06 | Hokitika Golf Club, 206 Golf Links Road, Hokitika
Monday 6 February West Coast 18 Hole Ambrose Championship
Hokitika Golf Club – 11am Tee Off – Teams of Three

80th Anniversary Regatta Weekend - Lake Mahinapua Aquatic Club
2023-02-04 - 2023-02-05 | Lake Mahinapua Aquatic Club, Lake Mahinapua, Hokitika
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 of racing – and being a long weekend
will also put on some fun racing on the Monday. The racing promises to be enjoyable and we
welcome all classes of dinghy and trailer yachts.
If you are in any doubt over your boat’s suitability for the regatta, please get in touch to discuss.
More details about the club are available on our website<https://www.sporty.co.nz/lakemahinapuaaquatic/Home-1>.
Lake Mahinapua Aquatic Club (LMAC) is situated 2 minutes’ drive along Shanghai Road,
(turning opposite the famous “Mahinapua Hotel”).
For those not sailing, there are some excellent walks starting from the lake, and the world famous
West Coast Cycle Trail is 5 minutes’ drive away, with the “Tree Top Walkway and Cafe” 10 minutes’ drive away.
Come along and enjoy the spectacle!

Westland A & P Show 2023
2023-01-28 09:00 - 15:00 | Hokitika Racecourse, Park Street, Hokitika, Westland, New Zealand
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 in New Zealand where members of the rural community come together to compete in a multitude of categories including equestrian, farm animals, baking, arts & crafts & garden produce. The show also has a lot of fun events for families & children with sideshows, food & drink on offer too.
Westland A & P Show is an annual event at the Hokitika Racecourse
Join the locals for a day of family fun!
Saturday 28th January 2023 with gates open at 9am

Twilight Golf - Hokitika Golf Course
2023-01-27 17:00 - 21:00 | Hokitika Golf Club, 206 Golf Links Road, Hokitika
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 206 Golf Links Road Contact 027 644 4229

Woodstock Motorcycle Rally
2023-01-27 12:00 - 2023-01-29 17:00 | Woodstock Domain, Hokitika
The 20th Annual Woodstock Motorcycle Rally
27th to 29th January
Gate opens Friday at 12pm – noon
Please note this is an R18 event

Driftwood & Sand Festival
2023-01-25 - 2023-01-29 | Hokitika Beach, Beach Street, Hokitika, Westland, New Zealand
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 other materials they find on the beach into sculptural pieces.
All you need to bring is some imagination…

Woodstock Family Fun Day
2023-01-21 11:00 - 16:00 | Woodstock Domain, Hokitika
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

West Coast Kahawai Competition
2023-01-21 | Westland
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 2023
FISHING – BBQ – GREAT YARNS
The annual West Coast Kahawai Fishing Competition
Saturday 21st Jan 2023 – the 9th year running!
– So bring the whole family along for a great day of Fishing!
OVER $20, 000 WORTH OF PRIZES!
* MAJOR SPOT PRIZES
* A MASS OF SPOT PRIZES
* MASSIVE HEAVIEST FISH PRIZES
1st, 2nd & 3rd prizes for Adults & Juniors
Rules:
* Fish anywhere on the West Coast!
* One Kahawai per person
* Kahawai MUST be bled
* Be safe, look after each other and Have fun! [??]
Weigh in at 6pm Saturday 21st Jan at the Kaniere Empire Hotel
followed by Prize Giving
Even if you don’t catch a fish you could catch a prize!
Entry form costs: Kids $10 Adults $25
Entry Forms can be found at these great locations:
* Wild Outdoorsman | 28 Tancred St, Hokitika 03 755 8947
* Fishing And Firearms | 63 Tainui St, Greymouth 03 768 0206
* Kaniere Hotel | 289 Kaniere Road, Hokitika 03 755 8443
* Entry Closes 5pm Friday 20th Jan *
Web: https://www.wildoutdoorsman.co.nz/kahawai-fishing...

Love Hokitika Picnic on the Beach
2022-12-11 15:00 - 18:00 | Westland
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
An afternoon of family entertainment & fun for all

Love Hokitika Late Night Shopping
2022-12-02 08:00 - 17:00 | Westland
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 & Win promotion to be in the draw for some awesome prizes

Love Hokitika Retailers Market
2022-11-12 09:00 - 18:00 | Hokitika
