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
Dunedin
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
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