Spring Events
Spring Events in the Southern Way are a celebration of the arrival of warmer and longer days of the regions.
The Alexandra Blossom festival is New Zealand's longest running festival celebrating of the arrival of spring with a street parade and other festivities in Alexandra, Central Otago.
The Dunedin Craft Beer and Food Festival, is held over two days with over 70 vendors and a great musical lineup under the roof at Forsyth Barr Stadium.
The Port Chalmers Seafood Festival is held bi-annually right in the heart of Port Chalmers and will be back in October 2027. This exciting event highlights the best local seafood, accompanied by a variety of music and entertainment that the whole family can enjoy.
The SBS Tour of Southland is one of New Zealand's premier road cycling events and zig-zags its way through some spectacular Southland scenery. If you aren’t into entering yourself, you can be a spectator and fit it in along some of your other travels.
The Balclutha Half Marathon is another sporting event that showcases the incredible surroundings as you run alongside the mighty Clutha River.
Emerson's Dunedin Marathon traces Dunedin's iconic harbour, with the finish line drawing crowds along the waterfront. Distances run from a family-friendly 5km right up to the full 42.2km, so there's an option for every runner.
The Rakiura Challenge is your chance to take on Stewart Islands Rakiura Track in a single day.
The Queenstown Marathon is annual running festival set in the stunning Queenstown Lakes district and is one of the most scenic marathons in the world, with shorter distances so the whole family can join.
Oamaru hosts the Victorian Heritage Celebration each year in November, where they recreate the colour and atmosphere of the Victorian age. Enjoy a week of events including dances, Victorian style food, historical walks and a garden party.
The WAO Summit is a week full of workshops, talks and exhibitions about all things environmental. Based in Wanaka and Queenstown, this event draws in people from far and wide. Check out their website for the updated speaker line-up.