Summerdaze Summer Festival, Queenstown, Wanaka, New Zealand » 28th January

Central Otago Pinot Celebration 2012

lauren — Wed, 10 Nov 2010 10:07:33 +0000

Take a Memorable Journey to Pinot Central. The breathtaking backdrop of Queenstown will once again play host to the Central Otago Pinot Noir Celebration in January 2012. A not to be missed date on the international Pinot Noir calendar. Enjoy the commentary from some of the world’s key influencers on Pinot Noir, share views with Central Otago’s top wine makers and partake in fine cuisine whilst enjoying the scenery and sights of Central Otago.

When: 26–28 January
Where: Queenstown
Cost: please see www.pinotcelebration.co.nz
Contact: Richard Broadhead pinot.noir@paradise.net.nz 03 445 4650

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

Wanaka Teddy Bears’ Picnic in association with Q92-MORE FM

nicole — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 21:44:31 +0000

An entertaining event for the young ones with games, story-telling, a bouncy castle, face painting, singing and much more. Don’t forget your teddies and sun hats.

Where: Wanaka Dinosaur Park
When: 11am – 1pm Saturday 28 January
Cost: Free, bring your picnic or bring some money to buy food/drink
Contact: events@summerdaze.co.nz or 03 443 2700

Many thanks to the following local businesses for providing prizes.

Clip n Climb
Puzzling World
Lake Wanaka Cruises
Skyline
Cheeky Monkeys

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.

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

Cinema Paradiso Drive-in & Outdoor Movies

admin — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 02:02:12 +0000

Wanaka’s legendary movie theatre moves outdoors presenting free outdoor and drive-in movies for the whole family to enjoy. Bring a blanket, bean bag or couch and enjoy an evening under the stars or tune into your car radio and enjoy the ol’ favourites.

Choose you sit outside on a bean bag or enjoy the comfort of the car.

Where: Wanaka Showgrounds, access from McDougall Street
When: on dark 9.30pm (ish) 7, 14, 27 and 28 January
Cost: Gold Coin Donation. Drinks & snacks available to purchase.
Contact: events@summerdaze.co.nz or 03 443 2700

Screenings are weather permitting.

PROGRAMME:
Friday 27th - The Goonies
Saturday 28th – ET

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

Greed, Glamour and Grudges – Tales of Gold

admin — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 00:31:27 +0000

Remarkable Theatre’s presents a rollicking ride through our local ‘gold’ history and a glimpse at the sorts of music and entertainment that our early settlers may have enjoyed in their leisure time. Bring a picnic and a sense of fun!

Where: Queenstown Gardens (Park Street Entrance)
When: Various performances between 27th and 29th January
Cost: Gold Coin Donation. No booking required
Contact: Jane Robertson janer@qldc.govt.nzor call 0274 363 884, www.remarkabletheatre.org.nz

Specially compiled to mark the district’s 150^th anniversary of the discovery of gold.

The BIG EASY

admin — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 23:04:35 +0000

Big Easy Mountain Bike and Mountain Marathon starts at the Snow Farm (1500m above sea level) rides over Mt Pisa (1900m) through Lake McKay Station finishing at the Albert Town Tavern (300m). Lil’ Easy family option also available.

Where: Pisa range
When: Saturday 28th January
Cost: $85 Adult/$50 Junior or $90 full family (2 adults + kids)
Contact: 027 445 1091 – Ed, www.highlandevents.co.nz