Sheer diversity
(Potters Park)
Auckland 1003
+64 (0)9 379 1352
Review © 2007, Wcities
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Sheer diversity |
Dominion & Balmoral Roads (Potters Park) Auckland 1003 +64 (0)9 379 1352 |
The Auckland International Cultural Festival celebrates Auckland's rich ethnic diversity through dance, theatre and exotic cuisine. Taking place in Potters Park in the central suburb of Mt Eden, the festival has two stages showcasing performers, from more than 50 nations, resident in Auckland today. There is ample shopping opportunity, with ethnic craft stalls and a chance to sample new taste sensations from countries far away. The festival is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Loud Music and Entertainment |
Ericsson Stadium, Maurice Rd Penrose Auckland 1006 +64 (0)9 571 1699 http://www.bigdayout.com |
Launched in 1996, this day-long event tours Auckland and five Australian cities annually. Major international acts are in the line up as well as local New Zealand and Australian bands. There are three stages with continuous music, as well as The Boiler Room tent for house music. Food and beverage stalls keep the energy levels high. Other stalls sell band promotional material, jewelery, tattoos and body piercing. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Canterbury's Big Weekend |
Canterbury Agricultural Park Wigram Road, Hornby Christchurch, NZ 8004 +64 (0)3 343 3033 http://www.theshow.co.nz dugald@theshow.co.nz |
Formerly known as the Canterbury A & P Show and running for well over 100 years, this four-day event is the big day out for Cantabrians. Traditionally the highlight of the farming and agricultural calendar, with livestock competitions and farm equipment demonstrations, it is now a major entertainment event, including an international carnival area complete with roller coaster. The show has kept pace with the changing face of Canterbury farming and manufacturing and now includes a science and technology display, the local wine and food stalls, and a diverse range of livestock from sheep to emus. Admission: Adults NZD13; children NZD5; concession NZD7 Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Christmas Concert |
Westpac Stadium Waterloo Quay Wellington 6001 +64 4 473 3881 (Westpac Stadium) http://www.westpactruststadium... |
The venue has changed (from Frank Kitts Park to Westpac Stadium) but this event's popularity has not! Join thousands of Wellingtonians for over two hours of Christmas cheer, singing, and entertainment. This is a hugely popular event so be sure to come early for the best spots. See stadium website for yearly details. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Art in all its forms |
Corner of Worcester Boulevard and Oxford Terrace Second Floor, Our City (Organizers) Christchurch 8001 +64 (0)3 365 2223 (Organizers) / +64 (0)3 377 8899 (Tickets) http://www.artsfestival.co.nz/ admin@artsfestival.co.nz |
With shows at various venues all around the city, this event is a big, biennial attraction. The city presents works from the world of music, art, theatre, dance, literary and visual art, among others. International and local talent is at its best, with performances par excellence. There's much to choose from, so make sure you know which shows appeal to your artistic taste. Some tickets may be bought at the doors of the venues, but check the Web site for online booking options and rates. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fun for young and old |
Mayoral Dr & Cook St (starting point) Albert St & Mayoral Dr (ending point) Auckland 1001 +64 (0)9 535 4185 http://www.santaparade.co.nz |
One of the city's favorite annual events, the Farmers Santa Parade was launched in 1947. Anyone who grew up in Auckland will remember standing in sweltering heat waiting in eager anticipation for the parade to start. It takes 50 minutes for the floats and some 4,000 performers to pass. The parade is followed by a party for the children in Aotea Square. This includes activities and prizes, entertainment on stage, and a visit by Santa and celebrities. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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International tennis |
72-80 Stanley Street (ASB Bank Tennis Centre) Auckland 1001 +64 (0)9 373 3623 http://www.aucklandtennis.co.nz/ asbcentre@aucklandtennis.co.nz |
Hosting an international tennis tournament with prize money approximating USD375,000, makes Auckland feel rather special! More than 40,000 spectators turn out to view the world class action. Previous winners include Marcelo Rios and Magnus Norman. This event is preceded by the ASB Bank Classic women's event and a fun exhibition match featuring some of the top international tennis names, this is usually staged in the middle of Queen Street that's right, on the road itself! Tickets range: NZD20-NZD70. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Christchurch's premier sporting venue |
Stevens Street Phillipstown Christchurch 8001 +64 3 379 1765 http://www.jadestadium.co.nz |
To Cantabrians (local people) it is Lancaster Park; to the rest of world it is Jade Stadium--the stomping ground for major sporting events such as Super 12 rugby, and international rugby and cricket. Jade Stadium is currently undergoing extensive redevelopment, aspiring to the title of the ultimate spectator stadium and sporting landmark. The ground currently holds up to 30,000 screaming sports fans, with all facilities catered for. Jade Stadium is notorious for its vibrant embankment, with many a visiting team wishing they were somewhere else. Average Admission: Adults NZD15-25 (Embankment), NZD25-35 (Stand); family concession available. Gates open up to three hours before an event. Telephone for match fixtures. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Mountain Bike Hell/Heaven |
Akatarawa Road Karapoti Park Wellington 6007 +64 4 920 5655 http://www.karapoti.co.nz/ michael.jacques@paradise.net.nz |
This annual 50-kilometre mountain biking race traverses three hills, 12 water crossings and eight kilometres through a scenic forest to the finish line, and if you survive, you may just win a prize! Prizes are given for grade winners, the best dressed, and the first retro (finishing on a bike with no suspension or clip on pedals!). The main event starts and finishes at Karapoti Park, 10 kilometres north of Upper Hutt on the Akatawara Road. See websites for yearly particulars. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Welcome Chinese New Year |
Albert Park Auckland 1001 +64 (0)9 379 1352 http://www.aucklandcity.govt.n... |
90,000 visitors prove the popularity of the Lantern Festival. Lion dancers from Singapore join puppeteers and musicians from China, as Albert Park is lit up by thousands of beautiful lanterns. A variety of stalls offer crafts for sale and tasty Chinese New Year food to satisfy the taste buds! This event is suitable for the whole family to enjoy. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Arts and crafts of Polynesia |
Great North Road (Western Springs Lakeside) Auckland 1002 +64 (0)9 379 2020 http://www.akcity.govt.nz/ pasifika@aucklandcity.govt.nz |
Auckland has the world's largest urban Polynesian population, and this festival is New Zealand's largest Pacific Islands' community event. The event has grown annually, in size and popularity, since 1993. Various stages dotted around the lake, present entertainment. More than 180 stalls sell and display Pacific Island crafts and foods, and the cultural villages present arts, crafts, performances, storytelling and ceremonial displays. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Lively street entertainment |
Various venues throughout Christchurch Christchurch 8001 +64 (0)3 377 2365 http://www.worldbuskersfestiva... Festpro@clear.net.nz |
Want to laugh and gasp at total strangers in the street? It is a perfectly natural response to the pavement antics of Australasia's largest international street performers' festival. This annual event promises the most dynamic line-up of international and national street artists to ever perform in one New Zealand city at the same time. There are nearly 300 street and stage shows, from master magicians to trapeze artists, throughout the day at The City Mall, the Arts Centre of Christchurch (The) and Cathedral Square. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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