Come and enjoy an outdoor yoga class with Stella Senior.
When: 7.30 am Wed 4 January, Mon 9 January and Wed 11 January
Where: On the lawn outside Ardmore Street cafe
Cost: Free of charge
Contact: Stella Senior, 021 065 5259
Paper Plus Wanaka brings you Yoga at the Lakefront
Lake Hayes Estate Community BBQ
Enjoy an early evening of family fun and games, bring the kids along and join us for a community BBQ.
When: 5pm, Sunday 15 January
Where: At the playground reserve
Cost: Free, just bring your own food to cook
Contact: Barbara Smith, artist@barbarasmith.co.nz
Entertainment on the Green
Relax during your lunch break or holiday and enjoy performances from local talent. Sit back and take in the sights and sounds of Queenstown whilst enjoying some light afternoon or evening entertainment
5 January: Rock Formation
12 January: Rock Formation
13 January: Rock Formation
19January: Rock Formation
26 January: Rock Formation
Musicians: Holly Arrowsmith, Katie Raven, Sara Foley, Ellie B, Molly Devine, Without a Bass, Station Agents and many more….
Where: The Village Green, Queenstown
When: 12pm to 2pm Thursdays 5, 12, 19, 26 January and 5pm to 7pm Friday 13 January
Cost: Free
Contact: events@summerdaze.co.nz or 03 443 2700
The Summerdaze Grand Kite Display in association with Q92 More FM
Watch the spectacular display of dozens of kites swooping and swimming in the air, all sizes, shapes and formations from the world-renowned Peter Lynn Team. Bring your own kite and join in the fun.
When:from midday Saturday 7 January
Where: Pembroke Park, Wanaka (wind permitting!)
Cost: Free
Contact: events@summerdaze.co.nz or 03 443 2700
Remarkables Market
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 Farmers and Gardeners Market
Fresh local foods from fab local foodies! Every Thursday is Market Day in Wanaka. Stop by the lakefront and enjoy the most beautiful farmers market in the world. Organic produce, free-range eggs, Merino lamb, breads, pastries, award-winning sausages, fruits, flowers, sauces, seedlings, sweets, treats and homestyle goodies.
When: Thursdays from 4:30pm
Where: Pembroke Park at the corner of Ardmore and Dungarvon Streets.
Cost: Free
Contact: wanakafarmersmarket@gmail.com, www.wanakafarmersmarket.org.nz
Wanaka Teddy Bears’ Picnic in association with Q92-MORE FM
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
A family afternoon with the Fernhill/Sunshine Bay Community Association
An action packed day with live music, sausage sizzle, giveaways, lolly scramble, bouncy castle, water slide and kids’ games. Something for everyone, bring a blanket, laze around and enjoy yourselves! St John, Fire and Police service on property and will do display if time permits.
When: 12pm onwards, Sunday 29 January
Where: Tanoa Aspen Hotel
Cost: Free
Contact: Fiona 441 0097 or Fiona@tanoahotels.co.nz or www.facebook.com.fernhill-sunshine-community
Tea Dance Wanaka
Come along to the Elmslie House Residential Home to enjoy an afternoon of pianist music, get the toes tapping or sing along. A light afternoon tea will be served, everyone is welcome!
Where: Elmslie House Residential Home, 81 Stone St, Wanaka
When: 2pm to 3pm Wednesday 25 January
Cost: Free
Contact: events@summerdaze.co.nz or 03 443 2700
Tea Dance Queenstown
An afternoon of nostalgia and toe tapping for the young at heart. With live music you can sing along or find a partner for a waltz or the foxtrot. A light afternoon tea will be served, everyone is welcome!
Where: Wakatipu Home, 20 Douglas Street, Frankton
When: 2pm to 3pm Friday 13 January
Cost: Free
Contact: events@summerdaze.co.nz or 03 443 2700
Wanaka Craft Market
The Wanaka Sunday Craft Market features handmade arts and crafts direct from the artists. Pottery, paintings, wood, wool, carving and jewellery are just a few of the crafts available at Market Corner every Sunday over January.
Where: Pembroke Park, Market Corner
When: Sunday 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 January from 10am
Cost: Free
Contact: Susan Manson phone 03 443 7906, sundaymarkets@hotmail.com
Remarkables Park Town Centre Teddy Bears’ Picnic in association with Q92-MORE FM
A fun few hours for the littlies: singing, dancing, games, a bouncy castle, story-telling and face-painting and much more. Don’t forget your teddies, there will be plenty of prizes and fun for the whole family.
Where: Remarkables Red Barn, Hawthorne Drive follow the road from the Remarkables Park Town Centre
When: 11am – 1pm Sunday 29 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 businesses for providing prizes: Pumpkin Patch, Skyline, McDonalds, Patagonia, Kiwi Bird Park, Winnies and Lakes Leisure.
Thank you to all the children who entered the Teddy Bears’ Picnic Colouring-in-Competition.
Congratulations to the winner Ava Greening and to the runners up Eva Hofmans, Emily Johnston and Abigail.
‘KAHU YOUTH’S little DAY OUT’ in association with The Edge
Come on down for Wanaka’s very own little day out – A day full of fun and entertainment for young people and their families; brought to you by Kahu Youth.
There will be skate and BMX competitions on the skate park, DJs all day, awesome activities, bouncy castles, giant air bag, food stalls, face painting, ball games, competitions, spot prizes and much, much more. 
When: 12:30pm - 5pm Sunday 29 January
Where: Pembroke Park
Cost: Free
Contact: 04 443 5880 or 0275 709268, Kahu.youth@xtra.co.nz
Cavells Big Chill Out
Overlooking the Shotover River in Arthurs Point, come and visit Cavells Café and Bar.Sit back and relax with a beer or wine and chill out to the sounds of live music. Bring your family down for an afternoon in the sun while you eat, drink play and chill out to some relaxing Sunday tunes.
Where: Cavells Cafe & Bar, Arthurs Point, by Shotover Jet
When: 2pm to 6pm Sunday 29th January
Cost: Free entry, free live music. Bring money for food & Beverages
Contact: www.cavells.co.nz or 03 442 8692
Wanaka Holiday Gala sponsored by the Upper Clutha Presbyterian Parish
An event for all the family. Stalls of homemade produce, cakes, preserves, pavlova & raspberries, barbecues, pies, sandwiches, sweets & treats, silent auctions & white elephant stalls. Sideshows, face painting, bouncy castle, rides, multiple activities and live entertainment.
When: 11:00am to 2pm Saturday 7 January
Where: Wanaka Show Grounds, Corner of Aspiring Rd and McDougal St
Cost: Free entry
Contact: Tracey Mayhew 03 443 7887, u.c.pres.church@xtra.co.nz
Cinema Paradiso Drive-in & Outdoor Movies
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
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
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
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 150th anniversary of the discovery of gold.
New Year’s Eve Celebration – Wanaka
Join friends and family to celebrate the New Year with live music and a stunning firework display. Enjoy the sounds from locals The Station Agents and upbeat group Mercury Crowe from Wellington.
Where: Ardmore Street waterfront, Wanaka CBD
When: 8.30pm – 1.00 am Saturday 31 December
Cost: Free
Contact: events@summerdaze.co.nz or 03 443 2700
Road Closures and Liquor bans:
Road Closures: Ardmore Street from Dungarvon Street to the Lakeside Road/Ardmore Street intersection. Helwick Street from Ardmore Street to Dunmore Street.
Period of Closure: 5.30 pm Saturday 31st December 2011 to 2.00 am Sunday 1st January 2012.
Extended Liquor Ban: From 06.00am on Monday 26th of December 2011 to 06.00am Thursday 5th January 2012 there will be a liquor ban enforced within the areas specified by the QLDC, including the following:
(i)The whole of the Lake Wanaka foreshore area from Sunrise Bay/ Edgewater to Penrith Park; and
(ii) The area from the foreshore to an outer boundary formed by and including the following streets and road reserves: Meadowstone Drive, Stone St, Golf Course Road, Macpherson St, State Highway 84, Ardmore St.
Licensed Premises
Closing times on New Year’s Eve will remain as usual unless the District Licensing Agency has granted the premises a Special License. Also note that to comply with the Sales of Liquor Act patrons must not leave licensed premises with glass receptacles and drinks.
Off License Sales
Licensees within the liquor ban area need to notify their customers that any liquor purchased from them must be immediately taken out of the liquor ban area without being opened.
New Year’s Eve Celebration – Queenstown
Join us to welcome in the New Year with live music and a dazzling fireworks display. A great line-up of bands and groups including The Master Blasters, and superb covers band The Crystal Set to get Queenstown in the party mood. DJ Asbro, Hand Solo, Dan Move and guests will be spinning the tunes at the Memorial Gate stage.
Where: Earnslaw Park and Marine Parade, Queenstown CBD
When: 7.30 pm – 1.00 am Saturday 31 December
Cost: Free
Contact: events@summerdaze.co.nz or 03 442 2700
Road Closures and Liquor Bans:
Roads to be Closed:Rees Street from Shotover Street to Marine Parade. Marine Parade from Rees Street to Church Street. Beach Street from Camp Street to Shotover Street. All of Cow Lane
Period of Closure: 5.00pm Saturday 31st December 2011 to 2.00am Sunday 1st January 2012
Extended Liquor Ban: From 06.00am on Monday 26th of December 2011 to 06.00am Thursday 5th January 2012 there will be a liquor ban enforced within the areas specified by the QLDC, including the following:
(i)The whole of the Lake Wakatipu foreshore area from the One Mile Roundabout to Park Street and including the Queenstown Gardens; and
(ii) The area from the foreshore to an outer boundary formed by and including the following street and road reserves: Lake Esplanade, Lake Street, Man Street, Memorial Street, Stanley Street, Coronation Drive, Park Street to the Lake Wakatipu foreshore area directly adjacent to the Queenstown Gardens
Licensed Premises
Closing times on New Year’s Eve will remain as usual unless the District Licensing Agency has granted the premises a Special License. Also note that to comply with the Sales of Liquor Act patrons must not leave licensed premises with glass receptacles and drinks.
Off License Sales
Licensees within the liquor ban area need to notify their customers that any liquor purchased from them must be immediately taken out of the liquor ban area without being opened.
