Central Otago
Central Otago Art Awards
8/9/2011 - 26/10/2011
Central Otago Arts Awards
Celebrating the outstanding work of artists from all over New Zealand.
Time: 9am – 5pm
Venue: Central Stories Museum and Art Gallery
Location: 21 Centennial Ave, Alexandra
Admission: Free
Maniototo Museum: Sporting Heroes Exhibition
9/9/2011 - 31/10/2011
An exhibition that looks at sporting heroes in the Maniototo through the ages. The Museum also tells the stories of the early settlers of the Maniototo with a strong focus on the history of the gold miners and pioneer families who made their homes in this spectacular, picturesque and unique corner of Central Otago.
Venue: Jubilee Museum, Leven Street
Location: Naseby
Alexandra Blossom Festival
23/9/2011 - 15/10/2011
The Alexandra Blossom Festival in Central Otago marks the arrival of spring with three weeks of fun and entertainment. The festival includes: The Race Around The Clock and Mardi Gras (23 September);The Grand Procession and Party in the Park (24 September) complete with strikingly decorated floats and Float Princesses who each vie for the title of Festival Queen; "Thunder" Sunday (drag racing (25 September)), Garden Tours (25 & 26 September) and the Wool On Fashion Event(14 &15 October.
Venue: Various
Location: Alexandra
Info: www.blossom.co.nz
Photo courtsey of Janyne Harman
The International New Zealand Merino Shearing and Wool Handling Championships
29/9/2011 - 1/10/2011
Watch top Kiwi shearers and wool handlers in action.
29 September: 12 Noon onwards free for spectators - Heats
30 September: 7am onwards free for spectators - Heats
30 September and 1st October: 7pm door sales - Finals
Venue: Molyneux Park Stadium
Location: Alexandra
Dunedin
Open Days at Dunedin Gasworks Museum
6/9/2011 - 2/10/2011
Open Days at Dunedin Gasworks Museum
Guided tours of Dunedin's premiere industrial heritage attraction and one of the best preserved gasworks in the world. Its internationally recognised Edwardian era buildings and machinery can still be seen in operation. Open: Tue 6- Fri 9, Tue 13 – Sun 18 , Tue 20 – Fri 23, Tue 27 Sept– Sun 2 Oct.
Time: 12 Noon – 3pm
Venue: Dunedin Gasworks Museum
Location: Braemar St, South Dunedin
Admission: $10
More info: http://www.gasworksmuseum.org.nz/
Celebrate Hidden Dunedin
9/9/2011 - 7/10/2011
A celebration of the unique aspects of Otago's laregest city —a city that embraces education, food, fashion, wildlife, heritage, innovation and fun. Kicking off with a typical Kiwi BBQ hosted by a number of Otago's famous faces and followed by 60 different events that encourage public participation and showcase those things that make the city a vibrant and innovative place to live in and to visit.
Venue: Various
Location: Various in Dunedin
Info: www.celebratehiddendundein.co.nz
Dunedin Celtic Arts Festival
10/9/2011 - 1/10/2011
This biennial Dunedin Festival attracts top Irish, Scottish, English, Australian and Canadian performers to join the New Zealand line-up in a lively and varied programme that includes music, dance, film, exhibitions, lectures and workshops covering the Celtic arts.
Time: Various
Venue: Various
Location: Dunedin
Info: www.dunedincelticarts.org.nz
Glenfalloch Spring Festival of Art
30/9/2011 - 2/10/2011
Showcasing local contemporary art and celebrating our wonderful spring flowers, rhododendrons and azaleas in this historic garden of national significance.
Time: Various
Venue: Glenfalloch Woodland Gardens
Location: Portobello Rd Otago Peninsula,Dunedin
Admission: Various
Info: www.glenfalloch.co.nz
Social Rugby: Ireland/ Italy versus Locals
1/10/2011
Social game (s) of Rugby between the supporters of Ireland and Italy and local selections. Full bar and refreshments available. Friends and spectators welcome.
Time: 3pm
Venue: Dunedin Rugby Football Club
Location: Kettle Park, Moana Rua Rd, Dunedin
Admission: Free
Port Chalmers Seafood Festival
1/10/2011
Indulge in the freshest locally caught seafood, prepared in contemporary and traditional ways.There will also be a selection of Otago's finest wines, ales and beers. Entertainment will be provided on the wharf and throughout the historic township.
Time: 11am – 5pm
Venue: Port Otago
Location: Beach St, Port Chalmers
Admission: Adult $25, Under 18yrs $10, Under 6 yrs Free
Info: http://portchalmers.com
Strange Resting Places
1/10/2011
Taki Rua's Strange Resting Places is intimate theatre at its very best. Set in Italy at Monte Cassino, It shines a light on the complex emotional bonds of New Zealand's wartime history.
Time: 5pm-8.30pm
Venue: Araiteuru Marae
Location: 24 Shetland St, Dunedin
Admission: Koha
Autospectacular
1/10/2011
McArthur and Symons Electrical Autospectacular is a huge display of classic vehicles and features 100 years of Chevrolet and 50 years of Jaguar.Diplays and demonstrations, family fun with food available.
Time: 9am-4pm
Venue: Edgar Sports Centre
Location: Portsmouth Drive, Dunedin
Admission: Adults $10, Children $2, Under 5yrs Free
Ruck It!
1/8/2011 - 8/10/2011
An exhibition detailing how Otago, home of rucking supporters, shaped Rugby history. Themes include legendary Otago players from 1905; the Maori Spirit; Otago rules; and University Rugby complete with Scarfie supporters.
Time: Mon – Fri 9.30am- 5pm, Sat 9.00am – 12pm, Closed Sun.
Venue: Hocken Collections
Location: Cnrs Anzac Ave and Parry St, Dunedin.
Admission: Free
Clutha
Daffodil Dayze and Carinvale
3/9/2011 - 24/10/2011
Daffodil Dayze & Carnivale
Showcasing Otago’s history and culture throughout Spring with Daffodil Dayze- 25 acres of daffodils, woodland walkways and the ruins of the historic Hart’s Back Horse Brewery . Carnivale on 25 September, celebrates this riot of colour with music, food, entertainment, and showgirls. Come to the “Fun Capital of the Goldfields”.
Time: 10am-5pm
Venue: Hart’s Black Horse Brewery
Location: Weatherstons, 2kms from Lawrence
Admission: Adults $5/$3, Children $2, Under 5s free
Champions - New Zealand Winners
9/9/2011 - 9/10/2011
Champions – New Zealand Winners
This photographic portrait exhibition celebrates the individual NZ champion. Award winning jam makers, rodeo cowboys, champion gumboot thrower, largest kumara grower, the Perfect Southern Woman winners, cherry stone spitters: each winner is a testament to the passion and determination of the people of New Zealand.
Time: Mon-Fri: 9.30am-1pm, Sat-Sun 10am-4pm
Venue: Owaka Museum
Location: 10 Campbell St, Owaka
Admission: Adults $5.00, Concession $4, Children free (accompanied), School Groups $2
Queenstown Lakes
Matches Made in Heaven
1/9/2011 - 23/10/2011
A range of events to celebrate our unique and world-class dining, creative chefs, award-winning vineyards, celebrated artists and stunning lake and alpine scenery.
Venue: Various cafes, restaurants, wineries and art galleries
Location: Queenstown Lakes Region
Info: www.matchesmadeinheaven.co.nz
Waitaki
Forrester Gallery - David Matches Photographs
9/9/2011 - 9/10/2011
The Forrester Gallery has an extensive range of exhibitions including “After the Match – A Portrait of New Zealand Rugby”; photographs of rare insight by David Matches.
Time: 10.30am -4.30pm daily
Venue: Forrester Gallery
Location: Thames St, Oamaru
Admission: Free
Info: www.forrestergallery.com
Steampunk "Another Time Another World"
9/9/2011 - 23/10/2011
Steampunk - “Another Time Another World”
Oamaru is fast establishing itself as the Steampunk capital of NZ. Steampunk HQ is home to curious machines and steam powered devices from other worlds. Within its depths you will discover portals to unexplainable and uncharted dimensions filled with unusual sights to fascinate and delight! The SPHQ 001 Engine on display outside the Steampunk HQ comes to life in the evening billowing out steam and fire, enchanting the crowds of onlookers that gather.
Venue: Various including HQ - 1 Itchen St, Oamaru
Location: Oamaru
Info: www.steampunkoamaru.co.nz
Waitaki Golden Oldies Rugby Festival
30/9/2011 - 2/10/2011
Join former international Rugby players from New Zealand and abroad enjoying the camaraderie and companionship that is synonymous with Golden Oldies Rugby. 3 days of entertainment, including gala dinner on Saturday and World XV v Waitaki Wasps game on Sunday. The Victorian Market will also be open on Sunday.
Time: Golden Oldies Games start Sat 11am, World XV Game Sun 12.30pm
Venue: Whitestone Contracting Stadium
Location: Tamar St, Oamaru
Info: www.waitakigoldenoldiesrugby.co.nz
