

# Events & Things To Do in Queenstown, OT in December 2026

- **Subtitle**: Find events and things to do in december 2026 in Queenstown, Otago. Discover parties, concerts, meets,shows, sports, club, reunion, Performance happening in 2026 in Queenstown, Otago.
- **Category**: december
- **Display Name**: Events in December
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With all the christmassy vibes, the list of December 2026 events in [CITY] only keeps increasing. Check out all the festivals, parties and events happening in [CITY] in December to embrace all the party vibes. Find out all that you are looking for from the curated list of December 2026 events in [CITY] and make the festive vibes count!

## december Events in Queenstown

- **Event Name**: Rhythm and Alps 2026
  - **Description**: This is New Years at its Peak.

Rhythm and Alps returns in 2026. One of Aotearoa's longest running and most iconic multi-day music festivals, R&amp;A takes place annually from 29-31 December in the stunning Cardrona Valley near Wānaka. Join the thousands
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  - **Date**: Tue Dec 29 2026 at 02:00 am – Fri Jan 01 2027 at 02:00 am (+13:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/queenstown/rhythm-and-alps-2026/200029715935444
  - **Venue**: Robrosa Station, Cardrona Valley Road, Wanaka, New Zealand 9382
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- **Event Name**: Te Anau Rodeo
  - **Description**: The Te Anau Rodeo Club proudly presents their annual Rodeo! Come have a fun day out with friends and family and enjoy the rodeo action!
Start Time: 1 pm. Slacks at 11 am if needed
Gate Prices: Adult $15. Child $5. Family $30
Rodeo address: Te Anau Terrace
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  - **Date**: Sat Dec 26 2026 at 03:00 am (+13:00)
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  - **Venue**: Te Anau Ter, Te Anau 9600, New Zealand
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  - **Categories**: rodeo, dog
- **Event Name**: High Tea – Festive School Holidays 2026
  - **Description**: Celebrate the festive season with High Tea at threeSixty. Enjoy a selection of treats and lakefront views while sharing holiday memories and spending quality time with your loved ones.

Date: 19 December 2026 – 17 January 2027
Time: 12:00 pm – 3:30 pm
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  - **Date**: Sat Dec 19 2026 at 02:00 am (+13:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/queenstown/high-tea-festive-school-holidays-2026/200029721257629
  - **Venue**: 93 Beach Street, Queenstown, New Zealand 9300
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  - **Categories**: holiday

## Trending Events in Queenstown

- **Event Name**: Warbirds Over Wanaka 2026
  - **Description**: Join us for four days of high-octane aviation excitement at Warbirds Over Wanaka International Airshow over Easter weekend 2026 at Wanaka Airport, New Zealand.
  - **Venue**: Airport Way, Wanaka 9382, New Zealand
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- **Event Name**: Rhythm and Alps 2026
  - **Description**: This is New Years at its Peak.

Rhythm and Alps returns in 2026. One of Aotearoa's longest running and most iconic multi-day music festivals, R&amp;A takes place annually from 29-31 December in the stunning Cardrona Valley near Wānaka. Join the thousands
  - **Venue**: Robrosa Station, Cardrona Valley Road, Wanaka, New Zealand 9382
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- **Event Name**: Warbirds over Wanaka
  - **Description**: Join us for two days of high-octane aviation excitement at the 
Warbirds over Wanaka International Airshow this coming Easter!

With exclusive Gold Passes, you’ll experience the ultimate in airshow luxury.
From grandstand seating directly in front of the
  - **Venue**: Warbirds Over Wanaka
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- **Event Name**: Snow Machine Queenstown 2026
  - **Description**: Kia Ora. 🇳🇿

Snow Machine returns to Queenstown 8-13th September 2026.

Joining us for a Fergburger, aprés and a shred is.....:

FULL LINEUP

[A-Z] CHET FAKER | KANINE | NINAJIRACHI | NORA EN PURE | ORKESTRATED | RESTRICTED

[A-Z] DANNY RANTS | GROOVE CIT
  - **Venue**: Queenstown New Zealand
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- **Event Name**: Southern Lakes Ultra
  - **Description**: � Southern Lakes Ultra – New Zealand ��
If multi-day ultras in jaw-dropping landscapes are your thing, this one deserves a spot on your radar.

Southern Lakes Ultra is a 7-day / 6-stage ultra through the heart of New Zealand’s Southern Alps — open to runn
  - **Venue**: Queenstown New Zealand
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- **Event Name**: Motatapu
  - **Description**: New Zealand's bucket-list event for runners, walkers, mountain bikers and ebikers from 7 years old to... as old as you like!
Held on one epic day, it is your one chance a year to experience the breathtaking high country terrain and traverse the Motatapu,
  - **Venue**: Arrowtown
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- **Event Name**: 40th Celebrations – Fireworks & Street Party
  - **Description**: Join us as we celebrate an incredible milestone – 40 years of celebrating the Arrowtown Autumn Festival – with a spectacular evening of colour, community and celebration, all culminating in a dazzling fireworks display over Wilcox Green.

From late aftern
  - **Venue**: Wilcox Green, Arrowtown
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- **Event Name**: Bayleys Arrowtown Festival Parade
  - **Description**: Watch Buckingham Street come to life with a parade of fabulous floats and colourful characters.

Join in the Parade and enter your float here - https://www.arrowtownautumnfestival.co.nz/parade-booking-form/

Cash prize for the best community float!

Spons
  - **Venue**: Buckingham Street, Arrowtown
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- **Event Name**: Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour 2026 - Tāhuna Queenstown
  - **Description**: Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour presented by the NZ Alpine Club  - Queenstown ScreeningsAbout this EventThe New Zealand Alpine Club with Presenting Partners, World Expeditions, La Sportiva, NZ Moun
  - **Venue**: Queenstown Memorial Centre
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top december events in Queenstown?
  - **A:** Rhythm and Alps 2026 (Tue Dec 29 2026 at 02:00 am at Robrosa Station, Cardrona Valley Road, Wanaka, New Zealand 9382), Te Anau Rodeo (Sat Dec 26 2026 at 03:00 am at Te Anau Ter, Te Anau 9600, New Zealand), High Tea – Festive School Holidays 2026 (Sat Dec 19 2026 at 02:00 am at 93 Beach Street, Queenstown, New Zealand 9300).
- **Q**: How can I find december events in Queenstown?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming december events in Queenstown on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for december events in Queenstown?
  - **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 december events in Queenstown?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting december events in Queenstown include Robrosa Station, Cardrona Valley Road, Wanaka, New Zealand 9382, Te Anau Ter, Te Anau 9600, New Zealand, 93 Beach Street, Queenstown, New Zealand 9300.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for december events in Queenstown?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting december events in Queenstown include Rhythm and Alps, NZ Rodeo Cowboys, Crowne Plaza Queenstown (93 Beach St, Queenstown).
- **Q**: Are there any online december events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many december 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 december events in Queenstown?
  - **A:** Follow the december category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new december events are listed in Queenstown.

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