# Festivals in Dunedin | Cultural Events & Fairs

- **Subtitle**: Explore upcoming festivals in  Dunedin. Discover cultural celebrations, street fairs and seasonal events happening across the city. Join the festivities.
- **Category**: Festivals
- **Type**: category

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## Festivals Events in Dunedin

- **Event Name**: Dunedin Midwinter Carnival 2026 - A Rustle in the Night
  - **Description**: TICKETS LIVE APIRL 13 @ 9AM

The Dunedin Midwinter Carnival returns June 12–13. Rug up and gather with friends and whānau for A Rustle in the Night, where First Church glows with lantern light, playful shadows, and friendly nighttime creatures.

From glow
  - **Interested Audience**:
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  - **Date**: Fri Jun 12 2026 at 07:30 am – Fri Jun 12 2026 at 09:00 am (+12:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/dunedin/dunedin-midwinter-carnival-2026-a-rustle-in-the-night/200029939565435
  - **Venue**: First Church Of Otago
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  - **Categories**: carnivals, music, workshops, live-music, food-drinks, entertainment, nonprofit, volunteering
- **Event Name**: DEEP SOUTH BBQ COMP , CAR SHOW & MARKET
  - **Description**: DEEP SOUTH BBQ COMP IS COMING 
Dunedin… get ready for the smokiest, loudest, tastiest day of the year 
The Deep South BBQ CompAbout this EventDEEP SOUTH BBQ COMP IS COMING Dunedin… get ready for the smokiest,
  - **Date**: Sun May 31 2026 at 10:00 am – Sun May 31 2026 at 04:00 pm (+12:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/dunedin/deep-south-bbq-comp-car-show-and-market/100001987900782754
  - **Venue**: Forsyth Barr Stadium
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: car-shows, festivals
- **Event Name**: Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour 2026 - Ōtepoti Dunedin
  - **Description**: Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour presented by the NZ Alpine Club  - Ōtepoti  Dunedin ScreeningsAbout this EventThe New Zealand Alpine Club with Presenting Partners, World Expeditions, La Sportiva, N
  - **Date**: Thu May 07 2026 at 07:00 pm – Thu May 14 2026 at 10:00 pm (+12:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/dunedin/banff-centre-mountain-film-festival-world-tour-2026-Ōtepoti-dunedin/100001983468563868
  - **Venue**: St David Complex - University of Otago
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  - **Price**: NZD 0 to 27
  - **Categories**: festivals, entertainment, contests, sports, art, theatre, trips-adventures, nonprofit, storytelling
- **Event Name**: The Big Bike Film Night 2026 - Dunedin
  - **Description**: Let the good times ROLL! The screening sensation known as The Big Bike Film Night is back in '26 for your bike films fix!!!

Sunday 7th May	4:00pm
Monday 18th May   7:00pm

What's it all about??? The Big Bike Film Night is on a mission- bringing the best
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 10
  - **Date**: Sun May 17 2026 at 06:00 am – Sun May 17 2026 at 08:30 am (+12:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/dunedin/the-big-bike-film-night-2026-dunedin/200029723091659
  - **Venue**: Rialto Cinemas Dunedin
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  - **Categories**: entertainment, trips-adventures, cycling, sports, contests, performances, art, theatre, health-wellness, nonprofit, holiday
- **Event Name**: Guinea Pig Show - Dunedin
  - **Description**: 💫✨ Matariki Guinea Pig Show ✨💫
📅 Sunsday 12th July
⏰ 10:00am – 2:00pm
📍 Carisbrook School
🎟 Gold coin entry – open to the public

🐹 Purebred Guinea Pig Show:
👩‍⚖️ Judge: Barbara Coles, Zanarkand Stud (Christchurch)
✨ Shows include: Purebred Show, Novice P
  - **Interested Audience**:
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  - **Date**: Sun Jul 12 2026 at 12:00 am – Sun Jul 12 2026 at 04:00 am (+12:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/dunedin/guinea-pig-show-dunedin/200029518055836
  - **Venue**: Carisbrook School Hall - Dunedin, New Zealand
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  - **Categories**: workshops, sports, kids

## Trending Events in Dunedin

- **Event Name**: Shapeshifter Soulstice - 20th Anniversary Roadie, New Zealand Tour
  - **Description**: Aotearoa live drum and bass legends Shapeshifter are hitting the road this winter to celebrate the 20th anniversary of their iconic album Soulstice.

Tracks like Summer Haze, New Day Come, Electric Dream, and One helped define their early signature live s
  - **Venue**: Dunedin Centre & Dunedin Town Hall
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- **Event Name**: METRIK "AWAKE ALBUM TOUR" | DUNEDIN
  - **Description**: METRIK RETURNS TO NEW ZEALAND THIS MAY FOR A FIVE STOP HEADLINE TOUR.

For the first time in four years, Metrik returns to New Zealand for a massive five-date headline tour

A defining force in modern drum & bass, Metrik has built a global reputation
  - **Venue**: Catacombs Nightclub
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- **Event Name**: Dunedin Midwinter Carnival 2026 - A Rustle in the Night
  - **Description**: TICKETS LIVE APIRL 13 @ 9AM

The Dunedin Midwinter Carnival returns June 12–13. Rug up and gather with friends and whānau for A Rustle in the Night, where First Church glows with lantern light, playful shadows, and friendly nighttime creatures.

From glow
  - **Venue**: First Church Of Otago
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- **Event Name**: Relay For Life Dunedin 2026
  - **Description**: Relay For Life is a community fundraising event that brings friends, whanau, schools and workplaces together to
- Celebrate – Whakanui people affected by cancer and their carers
- Remember – Maumaharatia loved ones lost to cancer and
- Fight Back – Tu ati
  - **Venue**: Forsyth Barr Stadium
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- **Event Name**: Alan Davies | Think Ahead Tour | Dunedin
  - **Description**: Stand-up comedian Alan Davies returns next July/August with The Think Ahead Tour, his first time back in Aotearoa in over a decade. He'll be performing across the country and promising an unforgettable night of comedy.
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Live Nation Presale: Wed 26 Nov, 1
  - **Venue**: Regent Theatre, Dunedin
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- **Event Name**: Urzila Carlson | Fatty On A Yacht | Dunedin
  - **Description**: Urzila Carlson is back with her brand-new stand-up show ‘Fatty On a Yacht’, touring across Aotearoa this December!⁠

Westpac Mastercard Presale: Wed 11 Mar, 11am
Live Nation Presale: Thu 12 Mar, 11am
General On Sale: Fri 13 Mar, 12pm
  - **Venue**: The Regent Theatre
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- **Event Name**: Punch With Purpose 6
  - **Description**: Back for its sixth instalment, Punch With Purpose returns to the Dunedin Town Hall for a night of explosive boxing action. This iconic event has become a crowd favourite, combining fierce competition, electric energy, and a whole lot of heart.

Expect a p
  - **Venue**: Dunedin Centre & Dunedin Town Hall
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- **Event Name**: DEEP SOUTH BBQ COMP , CAR SHOW & MARKET
  - **Description**: DEEP SOUTH BBQ COMP IS COMING 
Dunedin… get ready for the smokiest, loudest, tastiest day of the year 
The Deep South BBQ CompAbout this EventDEEP SOUTH BBQ COMP IS COMING Dunedin… get ready for the smokiest,
  - **Venue**: Forsyth Barr Stadium
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- **Event Name**: Metrik in Dunedin
  - **Description**: 🎤 Catch Metrik Live at Catacombs Nightclub on Thursday, May 14, 2026! 🎤
Ready to experience the night of your life? Metrik is bringing their infectious energy and hit songs like Gravity, Immortal and We Got
  - **Venue**: Catacombs Nightclub
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Festivals events in Dunedin?
  - **A:** Dunedin Midwinter Carnival 2026 - A Rustle in the Night (Fri Jun 12 2026 at 07:30 am at First Church Of Otago), DEEP SOUTH BBQ COMP , CAR SHOW & MARKET (Sun May 31 2026 at 10:00 am at Forsyth Barr Stadium), Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour 2026 - Ōtepoti Dunedin (Thu May 07 2026 at 07:00 pm at St David Complex - University of Otago), The Big Bike Film Night 2026 - Dunedin (Sun May 17 2026 at 06:00 am at Rialto Cinemas Dunedin), Guinea Pig Show - Dunedin (Sun Jul 12 2026 at 12:00 am at Carisbrook School Hall - Dunedin, New Zealand).
- **Q**: What are the top free Festivals events in Dunedin?
  - **A:** DEEP SOUTH BBQ COMP , CAR SHOW & MARKET (Sun May 31 2026 at 10:00 am at Forsyth Barr Stadium).
- **Q**: How can I find Festivals events in Dunedin?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Festivals events in Dunedin on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Festivals events in Dunedin?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for Festivals events in Dunedin?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Festivals events in Dunedin include First Church Of Otago, Forsyth Barr Stadium, St David Complex - University of Otago.
- **Q**: What is the price range for Festivals events in Dunedin?
  - **A:** Prices for Festivals events in Dunedin range from up to NZD 27. Many events also offer free entry.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Festivals events in Dunedin?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Festivals events in Dunedin include Dunedin Midwinter Carnival, Kayt Harris, New Zealand Alpine Club.
- **Q**: Are there any online Festivals events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Festivals events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new Festivals events in Dunedin?
  - **A:** Follow the Festivals category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Festivals events are listed in Dunedin.

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