Ōpōtiki Summer Festival 2020/21

Ōpōtiki Summer Festival 2020/21

December 20 - February 20

20 December 2020

Ōpōtiki Christmas in the Park  & Parade

 

11am – 4pm

Memorial Park

FREE

 

 

Tis the season to be jolly Ōpōtiki, come out and celebrate Christmas with the community. Checkout the floats on parade, there will be food, fun and entertainment for everyone.

11am - Float Parade down Hana Kōkō Lane

11.30am - Food Market & Stalls Open

11.45am - Santa Arrives

12pm - Christmas in the Park Begins

 

For more information contact the Ōpōtiki i-SITE – 07 315 3031 – infocentre@odc.govt.nz

27 December 2020

Maraenui Fishing Competition

 

8am – 2pm

State Highway 35 Maraenui

$15 per entry

 

 

Tickets can be purchased from Ōpōtiki Bait & Tackle or at the beach on the day. Weigh in is at 2pm, there will be food and drink available for purchase on the day.

 

For more information contact the Maraenui School – 07 325 2688

28 December 2020

Scar Logging Ōpōtiki Rodeo

 

9am onwards

Northern end of St John St, Ōpōtiki Rodeo Grounds

Adult $20 , Secondary Students $10, Family $45 (2 adults 2 Primary aged children) Under 5s FREE

 

The Ōpōtiki Rodeo, sponsored by Scar Logging, features spectacular horse and Western type events, attracting around 150 competitors. There are amusements, food and drink stands, and clothing and tack (saddlery) for purchase.

 

Check out the Ōpōtiki Rodeo Facebook page for further details.

29TH December 2020

 

Opotiki New Worlds - Race the Tide

 

2pm

Ōpōtiki Surf Club

$10 per team

 

Register your team of 3-4 people on the day!! Head out to the Ōpōtiki Surf Lifesaving Club for some fun friendly competition. Create your sand structure and fight off the incoming tide, last team standing WINS!!

For more information contact the Ōpōtiki i-SITE – 07 315 3031 – infocentre@odc.govt.nz - @Opotikinz on Facebook

2ND January 2021

 

Half a Beast at Least – Golf  Tournament

 

11am

Ōpōtiki Golf Club

$25 Entry Fee

 

The Ōpōtiki Golf Clubs New Year holiday competition. This is an 18-hole stable-ford competition for all handicaps, and all ages. Also a non-handicap division for non-affiliated golfers. Kindly sponsored by The Reeve Family. Entries payable on the day are $25. Entries from 11am and tee off at 12. Prizes for best Stable fords, closest to pins and twos. Novelty challenge on the par three, no 6 (The Donga). On-course BBQ. After match refreshments in the Club House.

 

For more information contact the Ōpōtiki Golf Club – 07 315 7415 – opotikigolf@xtra.co.nz

4TH  January 2021

 

Movie under the Stars

 

8.30pm – 10.30pm

Princess St Reserve

Gold Coin Donation

 

Gather the whole family and bring your camp chairs, picnic blankets, and pillows down to Princess Street Reserve and enjoy a movie under the stars with us. Grab some popcorn and get ready for the best outdoor cinema experience in Ōpōtiki.

 

For more information contact the Ōpōtiki i-SITE – 07 315 3031 – infocentre@odc.govt.nz - @Opotikinz on Facebook

10TH January 2021

POSTPONED - 21st January 2021

 

Opotiki New Worlds - Beach Dig

 

10am

Ōpōtiki Surf Club

FREE

 

What’s better than getting out in the sun and digging in the sand. Come down to the Ōpōtiki Surf life Saving Club for a day of fun in the sun. Meet on the sand in front of the club and dig for popsicle sticks to WIN WIN WIN!!! This FREE event is suitable for children 12 & under. Don’t forget your sunscreen and hats.

For more information contact the Ōpōtiki i-SITE – 07 315 3031 – infocentre@odc.govt.nz - @Opotikinz on Facebook

13TH January 2021

 

The O-Mazing Race

 

10am – 1pm

Ōpōtiki i-SITE

$10 Per team

 

Pack your car with friends and family and get ready to compete. Follow the instructions, complete the tasks and solve the clues to be the winning team. Register your team on the morning at the Ōpōtiki i-SITE.

For more information contact the Ōpōtiki i-SITE – 07 315 3031 – infocentre@odc.govt.nz - @Opotikinz on Facebook

15TH January 2021

 

Tu Rangatahi Community Pool Day

 

10am - 2pm

Ōpōtiki College

Gold Coin Donation

 

Bring your togs, towels and sunblock along to the Tu Rangatahi Community Pool day. The perfect day out to splash around and relax pool side.

 

 

 

For more information keep an eye on the @Opotikinz Facebook page.

21ST January 2021

 

Motuhora Ōhiwa Evening Market

 

4pm – 7pm

End of Ōhiwa Harbour Road

FREE

 

Check out what’s on offer at this beautiful harbour side market in Ōhiwa. Spend the evening browsing through the stalls and taking in all they have to offer.

 

For more information keep an eye on the @Opotikinz Facebook page.

 

30TH January 2021

 

Ōpōtiki Lantern Festival 2021

 

3pm – 9pm

Princess St Reserve

Early Bird Tickets – Online Only

Adults $10, 12 & Under $5, 5 & Under FREE

Family Pass $25

 

Gate Sales

Adults $15, 12 & Under $5, 5 & Under FREE Family Pass $35

 

Don’t miss this must do kiwi summer event jam packed with NZ’s hottest talent. Hailing from Kirikiriroa in Aotearoa (Hamilton in New Zealand) KATCHAFIRE have become a global roots reggae phenomenon. The all Maori reggae band bring their pure classic sound to music lovers worldwide and will be headlining the Ōpōtiki Lantern Festival in 2021!!

Bring the whole family down to Ōpōtiki's biggest summer event and enjoy all of the food stalls, attractions and the live entertainment.’

For more information contact the Ōpōtiki i-SITE – 07 315 3031 – infocentre@odc.govt.nz - @Opotikinz on Facebook

 

20TH February 2021

 

Ōpōtiki Coastguard Show & Shine

 

9am onwards

Princess St Reserve

Donation at the Gate

 

The Ōpōtiki Coastguard is excited to present the Ōpōtiki Coastguard Show & Shine. This car show includes cars, food, music, games and crafts! Enjoy a nice day out browsing the impressive display of automobiles.

 

For more information contact Ron Jones - 0276609055

Event Location: 

Church St
Opotiki,
New Zealand