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Rivercity Markets
Saturday | 8.30am - 1pm
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Whanganui Opera Week
Each January, Whanganui Opera Week is proud to present the students of the New Zealand Opera School at various public events in the city culminating in a gala concert at the Royal Whanganui Opera House. This festival of Opera is recognised as one of the region’s most popular events and attracts visitors both nationally and internationally. |
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Vintage Weekend
This Wellington Anniversary Weekend will see over 30 vintage themed events and attractions take place in and around beautiful Whanganui. You can expect to be entertained and entranced by a wide variety of events, including vintage markets, tours, rides, theatre, live music and performance, workshops, art, food, fashion, sporting events and much more to entertain all ages.. |
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Mainstreet Caboodle
Get Ready to Celebrate Caboodle - Whanganui's Biggest Event of the Year! Mark your calendars for January 18th, 2025, because the much-anticipated Caboodle extravaganza is BACK as a vibrant part of the Whanganui Vintage Weekend! Kicking off at 10 AM, the heart of Whanganui is about to come alive with an unforgettable day of fun, laughter, and pure vintage magic! |
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Vintage Vogue Fashion Show
We're back as part of Caboodle 2025 during Vintage Weekend. Join the fabulous Fashion Show at Majestic Square and strut your stuff in your finest vintage attire. It's a golden opportunity to showcase your favourite era and dazzling style! Our expert judges will pick winners in each category for a selection of fantastic prizes from esteemed Whanganui businesses. Tap or click to register here, or show up on the day to register in-person: https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLSf9vH4nO0p.../viewform... |
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Retro River Ride Whanganui
Retro and Vintage Bike Ride in Whanganui Join us for a scenic Retro and Vintage Bike Ride around the iconic bridges of Whanganui! The ride starts at 10 am, and you are welcome to bring your own vintage or retro bike. If you don't have one, no worries—Green Bikes will supply one for you! Participants are encouraged to dress in vintage attire to match the theme, though it's completely optional. After the ride, head to the Green Bikes Pop-Up Museum, where you'll find a curated display of Whanganui's cycling history. If you'd like to showcase your bike, feel free to display it at the museum too! Event Details: Date & Time: Starts at 10 am Location: Starting point - Cashmere Court Attire: Vintage clothing encouraged but optional Post-Ride Event: Pop-Up Museum at Green Bikes Bike Display: Participants are welcome to display their bikes at the museum It’s a day to celebrate the history and culture of cycling—join us for a ride through the ages! |
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Drews Ave Street Art
Come and watch local artist Mike Marsh chalk up some street art at the Drews Ave street party this Vintage Weekend. Watch and learn from a master at work or there will be chalk available for you and the kids to bomb the rest of the street. |
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Drews Ave Street Party
Drews avenue Street Party is back for the Whanganui Vintage Weekend 2025. Hobby Horsing, keg rolling, street art, Cake making comp, food and coffee, beers, live music and many heaps lots more. Fun food and sun, we have it covered. |
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Whanganui Aero Day 2025
Wanganui Aero Day 2025 brings you a day of epic aviation. Bigger and better than ever before, we’re going to bring you some of NZ’s best in general aviation! Anticipating over 50 aircraft in attendance, we’ll have a fantastic part of our country’s aviation history and community on display. Everything from home build aircraft, microlights and vintage classics, to ex-military jets, warbirds and aerobatics machines. We have two airshows planned as well as joyrides frequent through the day; Wanganui Aero Day is going to be full of flying displays. The day will be full of the hearty throb of big radial engines, the chug of classic biplanes, the scream of fast jets, and the whistle of WW2 fighters overhead. Stay tuned as we release details of some of these aircraft over the next few weeks! What is for certain, is that this day is one for the calendar. We need to thank the whole of NZ’s General Aviation community, this day is coming together due to the support and generosity of many of these aircraft owners and pilots, they are coming to share the joy and passion of aviation with the community, it’s something very special to us and we are excited for the day! Wanganuiaeroday.co.nz is coming live soon, stay tuned there and on our FB for information! |
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Camp to enjoy Whanganui's Vintage Weekend
All campers welcome including tents. Come and camp with us during Whanganui's fabulous Vintage Weekend - https://whanganuivintageweekend.nz/. Its a great long weekend event with plenty to do for all ages - markets, vintage car display, bands, traction engine and river boat rides and many more fun activities. We will be camping at the Intermediate School which is close to the city centre and in walking distance of many of the events. There is plenty of grass for tents and camping vehicles. Shower and toilets available. Dogs welcome but must be kept on a lead. $5 per night for adult members; free for children and young people aged 17 years and under; $8 per night for adult non-members. $4 per night for adult members who bring children. All proceeds go to the School. |
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Vintage Cruise
Let the 25th birthday celebrations continue throughout Vintage Weekend! Embrace the charm of yesteryear with a vintage-themed cruise filled with elegance, nostalgia, and timeless river views. Dress the Part: Step into your finest vintage attire and let the romance of the early 1900s take over. Signature Drinks: Enjoy our signature drink made with our exclusive gin "the Waimarie Gin" made by Papaiti Gin. Relive the golden age of river cruising Dress your best for a chance to win spot prizes and once you are back at the Wharf you can step off the vessel and into the vibrant atmosphere of the riverside Shin Dig! Tickets available now on our website |
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2025 Downer New Zealand Masters Games
Experience 10 action-packed days featuring over 60 sports and nightly live entertainment at the Games Village, located in the heart of our beautiful city. Check out our confirmed sports list, round up your teammates, and book your accommodation today |
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2025 UIM WORLD JETSPRINT CHAMPIONSHIP
The adrenaline-fueled UIM Jet Sprint World Championship is making a triumphant return to the stunning landscapes of NZ, featuring two electrifying rounds to be held in Wanaka and Wanganui in early 2025.The roaring action kicks off with Round One in Wanaka on January 25th & 26th, followed by the Final Round in Wanganui on February 1st & 2nd, 2025. |
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La Fiesta! NZ's Best Women's Fest
Whanganui is home to La Fiesta! NZ's best and longest running women's festival. Celebrating its sweet sixteenth birthday in 2025, La Fiesta will see venues across Whanganui come alive with opportunities for women and girls - and everyone else! - to give things a go. This month-long community festival is brought to you by the team at the Women's Network and has attracted around 40,000 people in its first 15 years. |
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