# Event Details - **Event Name**: Swiss Heritage Day at Willow Bank Heritage Village - **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 02 Aug, 2026 at 10:00 am - **Event Description**: Swiss Heritage Day at Willow Bank Heritage Village Sunday 2nd August 10am – 3pm Willow Bank Heritage Village is celebrating Swiss National Day with a special open day full of heritage, culture, food, fun and interactive experiences. As a Swiss Kiwi family, this day is especially close to our hearts. Swiss National Day is usually celebrated on 1 August and marks the founding of the Swiss Confederation in 1291. It is a day of national pride, community, tradition and celebration. At Willow Bank, we’ll be bringing a little Swiss spirit into the village, with more Swiss themed details to come. Come and enjoy an affordable, fun and interactive living museum just 1km south of Wakefield. With 20+ shop displays to explore, food and drink, dress-ups, actors, volunteers and hands-on activities, Willow Bank is a place to embrace the fun, step back in time and immerse yourself in days gone by. Experience: NEW: Print Shop: Our historic print shop will be open. Come and print on our original 1875 Albion Printing Press. A hands-on chance to try something truly unique. Victorian School Experience: Mr Wilkinson will be running classes throughout the day. Please book outside the school house on arrival. There will be a few sessions available and it is not to be missed. Cinema - Short Film: Our cinema will be running throughout the open day with our experienced projectionist. Watch a short film on our Super 8 projector and screen. Dress Up and Look the Part: Want to fully immerse yourself in the experience? We’d love you to. Pick up a map at the entrance and make your way to the dress shop. Find your character and step back in time. Willow Bank is a stage and you are part of the play. Victorian Café: Enjoy an authentic Victorian-style coffee made with delicious local Sublime Coffee, brewed in our restored 100-year-old espresso machine. If you prefer tea, we have Pomeroy’s served in beautiful china, with tiny milk jugs and all the extras. Cakes, scones with homemade jam, tea sandwiches and many gluten-free options will also be available. 1950s Burger Bar: Run by our team and offering delicious burgers and fries. 1970s Milk Bar: Milkshakes, spiders and ice creams available here. Village Open to Explore: This is an experience you can tailor yourself. Wander the village, explore the displays, meet the characters and enjoy a day out with the whole family. Children’s Suitcase Market: A market just for children. Come along and set up your suitcase stall under our sun shade and stay as long as you like. No need to book. More Swiss National Day details to come. EFTPOS available Entry:$7 per adult / $3 per child Willow Bank Heritage Village 79 Wakefield-Kohatu Highway, Wakefield 1km south of Wakefield on the left. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nelson/swiss-heritage-day-at-willow-bank-heritage-village/200030433016208 - **Event Categories**: entertainment, workshops, art, theatre - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 135 ## Ticket Details ## Event venue details - **city**: Nelson - **state**: NE - **country**: New Zealand - **location**: Willow Bank Heritage Village, Wakefield - **lat**: -41.60002580405 - **long**: 172.95910915146 - **full address**: Willow Bank Heritage Village, Wakefield, Nelson, New Zealand ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Swiss Heritage Day at Willow Bank Heritage Village - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/d35d5cf2fe08a7f81426de3a1537f8d2f3d03a23f53bce80b24c061c0bb13bf8-rimg-w1200-h600-dc90aba2-gmir?v=1784619488 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Swiss Heritage Day at Willow Bank Heritage Village being held? - **A:** Swiss Heritage Day at Willow Bank Heritage Village takes place on Sun, 02 Aug, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sun, 02 Aug, 2026 at 10:00 am at Willow Bank Heritage Village, Wakefield, Nelson, New Zealand. - **Q**: Who is organizing Swiss Heritage Day at Willow Bank Heritage Village ? - **A:** Swiss Heritage Day at Willow Bank Heritage Village is organized by Willow Bank Heritage Village, Wakefield. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Swiss Heritage Day at Willow Bank Heritage Village is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Nelson, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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