Summerdaze Summer Festival, Queenstown, Wanaka, New Zealand » 21st January

2012 Queenstown Chess Classic

nicole — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 20:37:08 +0000

A 9-round international tournament, open to players – of any playing strength – from both New Zealand and abroad. Everyone is welcome. Chess is for everyone – drop by and watch 10-year-old kids battling on equal terms with the experienced adults.

Where: Millenium Hotel, Queenstown
When: 15 – 23 January, registration on 14 January
Cost: Free to watch, entry fee to play
Contact: spillerfamily.enterprise@xtra.co.nz, www.queenstownchess.com

Summa Sk8 Sesh in association with The Edge

nicole — Sun, 09 Oct 2011 21:34:51 +0000

SK8 COMP under 16s and open categories with wicked prizes up 4 grabs. Featuring DJs from Revolver.

Where: Queenstown Skate Park, Botanical Gardens
When: Sk8 comp rego @ 10am, Saturday 21 January
Cost: Entry fee – U16yrs $5, Open $10, free to spectate
Contact: Wakatipu Youth worker, Jacqui 03 442 8115

Remarkables Market

lauren — Tue, 09 Nov 2010 02:22:00 +0000

Remarkables Market offers local and regional delights for everyone – seasonal food, artisans, collectables, performers and more. Shop, eat and relax while listening to music in this unique mountain setting at Remarkables Park.

When: 8am – 1pm, every Saturday except 24 and 31 December
Where: The Red Barn at Remarkables Park. Follow the signs from the Remarkables Part Town Centre
Contact: 021 1090 748, market@remarkablespark.com, www.remarkablespark.co.nz

Queenstown Primary School Holiday Programme

nicole — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 23:31:04 +0000

Club QPS provides a safe, fun, welcoming and enriching environment for children aged 5 to 13 years old. The holiday programme offers a varied and stimulating programme for kids with use of the school grounds, library, hall and swimming pool. Children must bring their lunch, drink bottle, sunhat and snacks for morning and afternoon tea.

Where: Queenstown Primary School
When: 8:30am to 5:30pm Monday – Friday
Cost: Daily rate $30 per day or $25 if more than one child attending
Contact: clubqps@queenstown.school.nz or 03 442 9120 ext 711 www.queenstown.school.nz

Please note, child care subsidies are available to eligible families through Work and Income New Zealand. Children from all schools are welcome to take part.

Lake Wanaka Half

nicole — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 00:01:47 +0000

All the beauty of the legendary Challenge Wanaka course but at half the distance. The course follows the same spectacular route as Challenge Wanaka with a 1.9km swim, 90km cycle and 21.1km run. For teams and individuals.

Where: Lake Wanaka and surrounds
When: 7.35am race start Saturday 21 January
Cost: Free to watch
Contact: www.lakewanakahalf.co.nz

The Youth Booth

admin — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 03:29:52 +0000

The Youth Booth is the local QT youth centre. Great ideas, new activities and new adventures for youth 10-18yrs! Paintballing, rock climbing, swimming @ the lake, cooking, camping and lots more!.

Where: The Youth Booth, 66 Stanley St, Queenstown
When: Monday – Friday, 1pm – 5pm
Costs: Varied (some events free and others a cost applys)
Contact: Laura on 03 409 0376 laura@summityouthworkers.co.nz

Queenstown Farmers Market

admin — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 00:46:58 +0000

A foodie’s delight; this authentic farmers market offers a variety of the fresh, seasonal and local produce from the region. Come and savour the flavour of this community market held in the picturesque church grounds of St Peters. Live Music. BYO carry bag and cash.

When: Saturdays 9am -12.30pm
Where: St Peter’s Anglican Church Grounds, cnr Church & Camp St
Contact: Sharlene Inch, 021 025 67250, qtfarmersmarket@ihug.co.nz

Queenstown Art and Craft Market

admin — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 00:39:37 +0000

A treasure trove of gift items reflecting the artistic flair and creativity of New Zealand artists. Sculpture, Jewellery, and pottery sit alongside beautiful hand knitted merino hats and clothing. Enjoy the live music, meet the artists and discover unique Kiwi products.

When: 9am-4.30pm Saturdays; 21st December, 6th & 18th January
Where: Earnslaw Park, Queenstown
Cost: Free
Contact: www.marketplace.net.nz, 021 122 7695

Challenge Wanaka

admin — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 22:50:56 +0000

The world’s most scenic iron distance triathlon. Thousands of spectators will watch the swim, bike and run sections, cheering on over 1,200 remarkable athletes on their 226km journey. Join the finish line party in the heart of Lake Wanaka with music and fireworks. Be a part of the action; cheer on the athletes or get involved as a volunteer

Where: Lake Wanaka and surrounds
When: 6:30am race start Saturday 21 January
Cost: Free to watch
Contact: www.challenge-wanaka.com