The Pink HAMMER
2026-04-29 - 2026-05-02 | The Old Lodge Theatre, 11 Revell Street, Hokitika, Westland, 7810, New Zealand
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

South Island Ultra Marathon
2026-05-09 | West Coast Wilderness Trail, Hokitika, Westland, New Zealand
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 seafront finish in Hokitika, total elevation is around 720m for the 100km run. “This is based off competitors records of 2021” and 500 m of elevation for the 54km.

4 Fantastic Runs on the West Coast Wilderness Trail, the 100km and 54km can be done as a Team of 2 or Individual. The 24km and 6km are individual solo events.

These Ultra Marathons give everyone the chance to experience some great racing in the beauty of the West Coast of New Zealand, whether you’re a first timer or an elite athlete, the challenge is here for you.

All 4 events finish on the Beach Front of Hokitika.

This is a fast trail and gives you the opportunity to do a very fast 100km. Being a runner’s course.

The South Island Ultra Marathon will be held on Saturday 9th May 2026 on the West Coast Wilderness Trail on the West Coast of the South Island.

There are 4 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 ultra marathon has been described by the media as one of the most scenic ultra marathons in the World.
It is new Zealand’s Fastest and Most Scenic.

4 Events:

* South Island Ultra 100km Greymouth to Hokitika – Solo or Team of 2 (Teams change at Old Chch Road) – Starts at 5:00am
* South Island Ultra 54km Old Christchurch Road to Hokitika – Solo or Team of 2 (Team Change at Sunny Bight Feed Station) – Starts 8:00am
* South Island Warm Up 24km Lake Kaniere to Hokitika – Solo – Starts 11:00am
* South Island 6km Run/Walk Kaniere Township – Starts 11:45am

The Big Bike Film Night - Hokitika Regent Theatre
2026-05-13 19:00 - 21:30 (Pacific/Auckland) | Hokitika Regent Theatre, 23 Weld Street, Hokitika, Westland, 7810, New Zealand
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 devised to delight the two-wheel devotee! The 2026 treasure chest of films includes: – a dazzling mountain bike ride exploring the breathtaking landscapes of Norway, embracing the magic of the midnight sun – a life-changing experience for two adventurous women as they embark to cycle to all the ski-fields in New Zealand in one gigantic attempt – an inspiring film that captures the wettest, most miserable riding conditions imaginable – a film that playfully delves into the world of those taking cycling to new heights – celebrating fun, silliness, and creativity that comes with pushing boundaries on two wheels – a compelling story about perseverance, showcasing the challenges and triumphs of navigating daily life following a life-altering injury, and how adaptive design has transformed and enriched the journey forward – a moving movie that follows a father and son’s journey as they take on one of life’s most meaningful milestones- riding a bike together as a family – a bold and uplifting story of an adventure activist, attempting to break the 24-hour Guinness World Record in downhill mountain biking- all to raise funds for reforesting foothills around Queenstown, New Zealand. Her relentless pursuit not only pushes the limits of endurance but also becomes a powerful symbol of resilience and environmental commitment – and crowning the night off- we all love an underdog tale. This charming, funny, heartfelt film inspires us to believe that we all have the capacity to be unlikely heroes in our own stories. The audience is transported back to the nostalgic 1990’s, to the slopes of the punishing Mont Ventoux, in Southern France, to witness the drama of a battle between two giants ALL in the mix! These short films are a great reminder of why we love to ride our bike; with stories that captivate us, stories that move us, and most importantly of all – inspiring us to get out and ride. All celebrate the fun, adventure, and joy that cycling enables. So…listen to the voice inside you; it’s telling you to go. Grab your mates, GO ON…grab your bike and come along for the ride!! PREVIOUS ATTENDEE’S COMMENTS: “One of the most inspiring events of the year” “If you only have one night a year out, make it this!!” “The Big Bike Film Night is always a wonderful, eclectic, wacky mix of films and I love it!” “If you haven’t experienced the cinematic excellence of The Big Bike Film Night – then YOU MUST!!!”

Sean Kelly & the Super 8's
2026-05-25 19:00 - 21:00 | Hokitika Regent Theatre, 23 Weld Street, Hokitika, Westland, 7810, New Zealand
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

Mudfish Bush Railway 5th Birthday Celebrations
2026-05-30 10:00 - 2026-06-01 16:00 | Westland Industrial Heritage Park, 9 Brian Waugh Lane, Hokitika, Westland, 7810, New Zealand
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: train runs weather permitting!
FREE Entry to the Park! Train rides $2 per person per ride, with 6-rides for $10. Cash or EFTPOS!
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South African Night - Ocean View Restaurant
2026-05-30 19:00 - 22:00 | the beachfront hotel, 111 Revell Street, Hokitika, Westland, New Zealand
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
2026-06-02 17:30 - 18:30, 2026-06-07 19:00 - 20:00 | Hokitika Regent Theatre, 23 Weld Street, Hokitika, Westland, 7810, New Zealand
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 years reduced to a wasteland in less than a generation.
A Line in the Sandstone showcases a bold, suspended act of resistance to demonstrate what is at stake and what it means to stand in defence of it.
The screening will include the short documentary film Save Denniston, and Q&A

Annual Hokitika Lantern Parade
2026-06-05 17:30 - 19:30 | Custom House, Gibson Quay, Hokitika
This year our theme is “the moon and the Matariki stars” – we’ll be delivering lanterns to the schools and preschools again.
The parade will be held on the first fine Friday in June
The route will start and finish at the Custom house – you’ll walk around the moon stationed near the Tambo.
Food, drink, heating and “glow in the dark” activities kick off at 5.30pm with the parade starting at 6pm once it’s dark.
There is no cost to participate

Live Music at the Woody - Ric Hetherington
2026-06-05 18:00 - 21:00 | Woodstock Hotel, 250 Woodstock Rimu Road, Hokitika, Westland, New Zealand
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 Club Jam Night – all musicians welcome to jump up and join in
Sunday Roast Night – Special pricing available for Gold Card Holders
Courtesy Bus available, phone to book your seat

The Hokitika Music Club Jam Night
2026-06-07 18:00 - 21:00 | Woodstock Hotel, 250 Woodstock Rimu Road, Hokitika, Westland, New Zealand
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 for Gold Card Holders
Courtesy Bus available – phone to book your seat

Live Music at the Woody with Shakey Ground and Runanga Blues Club
2026-06-07 19:30 - 22:00 | Woodstock Hotel, 250 Woodstock Rimu Road, Hokitika, Westland, New Zealand
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 – just great live music and good times
Sunday Night – The Hokitika Music Club Jam Night – all musicians welcome to jump up and join in
Sunday Roast Night – Special pricing available for Gold Card Holders
Courtesy Bus available, phone to book your seat

Paul Ego: Stick Comedy Tour - Hokitika Regent Theatre
2026-06-13 19:30 - 21:30 | Hokitika Regent Theatre, 23 Weld Street, Hokitika, Westland, 7810, New Zealand
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 very exciting and long overdue!
Well known for his many years as Team Captain on the TV show 7DAYS, Paul has also been part of award winning Breakfast Radio shows for both More FM and The Rock.
However, his crowning achievement now seems to be voicing “Stickman”, for PAK’nSAVE – something he happily admits is “the best job he’s ever had.
STICK, is your chance to see “NZ’s” Top Professional Comedian PAUL EGO, live onstage, delivering maximum laughs as he talks stickability, sticky situations and Stick-Men.
“Ego is undeniably the Master of Improv, his spells of banter with the audience showcasing his razor-sharp wit” (Yahoo Entertainment)
“Paul Ego is a really funny man. A powerful performance by NZ;s top professional comedian and one of the highlights of my comedy festival” (Theatreview)
“Paul Ego has proved to be 7DAYS quickest wit. He really should have his own fanclub” (NZ Herald)

Banff Mountain Film Festival
2026-06-26 19:00 - 21:30 | Hokitika Regent Theatre, 23 Weld Street, Hokitika, Westland, 7810, New Zealand
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 fall in beautiful Banff, Alberta, the Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour hits the road. With stops planned in over 600 communities and more than 40 countries across the globe, the Banff World Tour celebrates amazing achievements in outdoor storytelling and filmmaking worldwide.
From the over 400 entries submitted to the Festival competition each year, award-winners and audience favourites are among the films that are carefully selected to play in theatres around the world. Travelling to remote vistas, analysing topical environmental issues, and bringing audiences up-close and personal with adrenaline-packed action sports, the 2025/2026 World Tour is an exhilarating and provocative exploration of the mountain world.

Cosy Reads - Family Winter Reading Challenge
2026-07-01 - 2026-08-01 | Westland District Library, 20 Sewell Street, Hokitika, Westland, 7810, New Zealand
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

Westland Industrial Heritage Park Tours
2026-07-01 10:00 - 15:00, 2026-07-08 10:00 - 15:00 | Westland Industrial Heritage Park, 9 Brian Waugh Lane, Hokitika, Westland, 7810, New Zealand
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 Talk Series
2026-07-04 10:30 - 11:30 | Westland Industrial Heritage Park, 9 Brian Waugh Lane, Hokitika, Westland, 7810, New Zealand
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

Children's Interactive Tours of Westland Industrial Heritage Park
2026-07-04 12:30 - 13:30 | Westland Industrial Heritage Park, 9 Brian Waugh Lane, Hokitika, Westland, 7810, New Zealand
Midwinter Magic in Hokitika –
Children’s Interactive Tours are happening at Westland Industrial Heritage Park on Saturdays 4th, 11th & 18th July and on Wednesday 8th & 15th July between 12.30pm and 1.30pm including sewing machines, weaving, dairy machines, blacksmithing, stage coaches and fire engines

Winter Craft at Westland District Library
2026-07-07 10:30 - 11:30 | Westland District Library, 20 Sewell Street, Hokitika, Westland, 7810, New Zealand
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

Childrens Interactive Tours of Westland Industrial Heritage Park
2026-07-08 12:30 - 13:30, 2026-07-11 12:30 - 13:30 | Westland Industrial Heritage Park, 9 Brian Waugh Lane, Hokitika, Westland, 7810, New Zealand

Winter Tales at Westland District Library
2026-07-09 08:00 - 17:00 | Westland District Library, 20 Sewell Street, Hokitika, Westland, 7810, New Zealand
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

Matariki Melody Makers
2026-07-10 10:00 - 11:00 | westreap, Reap House, 72 Tudor Street, Hokitika, New Zealand
Midwinter Magic in Hokitika –
WestREAP are holding a Matariki Melody Makers session

Matariki Art and Craft
2026-07-10 12:00 - 14:00 | westreap, Reap House, 72 Tudor Street, Hokitika, New Zealand
Midwinter Magic in Hokitika – Matariki Art and Craft at WestREAP

Train of Lights
2026-07-10 17:00 - 20:00 | Westland Industrial Heritage Park, 9 Brian Waugh Lane, Hokitika, Westland, 7810, New Zealand
MIDWINTER MAGIC IN HOKITIKA
Trains are running at Westland Industrial Heritage Park from 1pm to 3pm with the TRAIN OF LIGHTS – night ride running from 5pm to 8pm
Train rides are $2 each with Free Park Entry – koha welcome

Puanga-Matariki-Light Up Hokitika Event
2026-07-11 | Hokitika Regent Theatre, 23 Weld Street, Hokitika, Westland, 7810, New Zealand
Check back soon for more details about this exciting event

Heritage Talk Series
2026-07-11 10:30 - 11:30 | Westland Industrial Heritage Park, 9 Brian Waugh Lane, Hokitika, Westland, 7810, New Zealand
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 – Railway Tour

Big Engine Start-up
2026-07-11 14:00 - 15:00 | Westland Industrial Heritage Park, 9 Brian Waugh Lane, Hokitika, Westland, 7810, New Zealand
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

Winter Craft at Westland District Library
2026-07-14 10:30 - 11:30 | Westland District Library, 20 Sewell Street, Hokitika, Westland, 7810, New Zealand
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
