# Kids events in Timaru, Today and Upcoming Kids events in Timaru

- **Subtitle**: All Kids events in Timaru, Canterbury. Here you can find more information about Upcoming events in Timaru like parties, concerts, meets,shows, sports, club, reunion, Performance
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## About

All Kids events in Timaru, Canterbury. Here you can find more information about Upcoming events in Timaru like parties, concerts, meets,shows, sports, club, reunion, Performance

## Events in Timaru

- **Event Name**: Temuka Colour Canter
  - **Description**: It's BACK! The Temuka Colour Canter is returning on Saturday 17 October 2026 — and we couldn't be more excited to bring it back to our community after all these years!

Lace up, wear white, and get ready to be absolutely covered in colour. This 5km fun ru
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 162
  - **Date**: Sat Oct 17 2026 at 05:15 am – Sat Oct 17 2026 at 08:00 am (+13:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/timaru/temuka-colour-canter/200030004797427
  - **Venue**: Temuka, New Zealand
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  - **Categories**: sports, kids, parties, entertainment, dog
- **Event Name**: The Coastal 2026 – Run the Coast. Chase the Views.
  - **Description**: The Coastal is a two-day running event held in the heart of South Canterbury. With coastal trails, and epic ocean views, it’s a weekend of movement, mates, and memories, no matter your pace.

📅 Save the date: 16-17 October 2026
📢 Register your interest to
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    - Count: 300
  - **Date**: Fri Oct 16 2026 at 08:00 am – Sat Oct 17 2026 at 03:00 am (+13:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/timaru/the-coastal-2026-run-the-coast-chase-the-views/200029624247546
  - **Venue**: Caroline Bay
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  - **Categories**: contests, workshops, trips-adventures, marathons, sports, kids
- **Event Name**: Miles For Mutts Charity Fundraiser
  - **Description**: On the 20th June from 10am, Pinnacle Performance are aiming to move the length of NZ (1600KM) to raise vital funds for Pound Paws and Pet Refuge NZ in 24 hours or less.  

Funds will provide shelter, transport, enrichment, vet care, behaviourists and trau
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 50
  - **Date**: Sat Jun 20 2026 at 10:00 am – Sun Jun 21 2026 at 10:00 am (+12:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/timaru/miles-for-mutts-charity-fundraiser/200030117626856
  - **Venue**: 4 King Street, Parkside, Timaru
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  - **Categories**: nonprofit, charities, kids, pop-ups, dog
- **Event Name**: Sensory Messy Play Session - THE MUCK CLUB **BOOK THEME**📚🧚✨
  - **Description**: MESSY PLAY GROUP - THE MUCK CLUB FAIRLIE

60-minute messy sensory play session, packed with things like slime, oats, sand, water, sensory foods, and more. An environment where kids can explore and create. Messy play isn’t just fun - it supports fine &
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 9
  - **Date**: Tue Jul 07 2026 at 10:00 am – Tue Jul 07 2026 at 11:00 am (+12:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/timaru/sensory-messy-play-session-the-muck-club-book-theme/200030230935201
  - **Venue**: 59 Main Street, Fairlie 7925, New Zealand
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  - **Categories**: kids
- **Event Name**: Ski camp 2026
  - **Description**: Staying at Raincliff youth camp
Cost is:
adults: $60. Kids $45 for staying from Sunday to Tuesday
Adults: $80. Kids $60 for staying from Sunday to Wednesday . 
Raincliff is bunk rooms with 6 beds in each. Please bring bedding and pillows. Some of the room
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 19
  - **Date**: Sun Aug 16 2026 at 10:00 pm – Wed Aug 19 2026 at 03:00 pm (+12:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/timaru/ski-camp-2026/200030085948044
  - **Venue**: Raincliff Scout Camp
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  - **Categories**: kids, sports, nonprofit

## Trending Events in Timaru

- **Event Name**: Matariki Night Market 2026
  - **Description**: Join us for our Annual Matariki Night Market!

📅 Thursday 9 July  
⏰ 4:30pm – 7:30pm  
📍 Stafford Street – The Exchange – Heart of Timaru’s CBD

Stafford Street will come alive with the buzz of live music, kapa haka performances, cultural activities and a
  - **Venue**: Stafford Street, Timaru City, New Zealand 7910
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- **Event Name**: Prowear 4 & Rotary South Island Champs 2026
  - **Description**: The Prowear 4 & Rotary South Island Champs is back for 2026 with another full-throttle three-day track event. In association with Star Insure.

📅 13–15 November 2026
📍 Levels Raceway, Timaru

Expect a full weekend of action including Cruising, Driftin
  - **Venue**: Levels Raceway Timaru
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- **Event Name**: Kelvin Cruickshank Live -  "With Love From Spirit" Tour - TIMARU - SOLD OUT!
  - **Description**: KC Productions presents
Kelvin Cruickshank Live!
“The With Love From Spirit” Tour

Coming to Timaru for one time only for 2026!

After pay available! Tickets for sale on iticket. 

Internationally known New Zealand Medium, Kelvin Cruickshank, brings a p
  - **Venue**: The Playhouse
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- **Event Name**: SI Masters Football
  - **Description**: ⚽️ Football at the South Island Masters Games — rally the team, this is your moment.

From 9–11 October, Sir Basil Arthur Park becomes the home of Masters football for three action-packed days of competition, connection and classic post-match stories. Wit
  - **Venue**: Sir Basil Arthur Park
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- **Event Name**: Winchester Rodeo
  - **Description**: Action packed day for the whole family! All the top competitors in NZ head and head to defend their placings in the national standings! Accompany our local team of WRC and attend our local rodeo for the best day in town!
  - **Venue**: Winchester, New Zealand
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- **Event Name**: Geraldine Summer Fete
  - **Description**: New Zealand’s biggest unique FETE the Geraldine Summer Fete a perfect day to reconnect with friends and an opportunity to indulge In some blissful shopping.
With winter behind us and a hint of summer approaching, there’s no better way to enjoy a day with
  - **Venue**: 220 Main north road, Geraldine, New Zealand
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- **Event Name**: Matariki: Stories, Stars and New Beginnings - FREE public talk
  - **Description**: FREE Public Talk – Matariki: Stories, Stars and New Beginnings

📅 Saturday 11th July
🕡 4pm
📍Dark Sky Project

Join us at Dark Sky Project for a special free talk celebrating Matariki, the Māori New Year.

Matariki marks the rising of a group of stars in t
  - **Venue**: 1 Motuariki Lane, Lake Tekapo, New Zealand 7999
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- **Event Name**: Tekapo Mid-Winter Swim
  - **Description**: The Tekapo Mid-Winter Swim with Tekapo Springs and The Breeze South Canterbury is back at Lake Tekapo for 2026!
Mark the middle of winter with a ‘refreshing’ dip in Lake Tekapo
Come dressed the best and you can score yourself some prizes
Sunday June 21st,
  - **Venue**: Tekapo Boat Ramp
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- **Event Name**: South Canterbury Home and Garden Show 2027
  - **Description**: The South Canterbury Home and Garden Show is back in 2027.

Join the fun with as again at Southern Trust Events Centre from the 26th to 28th of February 2027.

Entry fee:
Adults $5
Gold Card Friday $2.50 (Friday only)
Under 16 FREE
  - **Venue**: The Southern Trust Events Centre Timaru
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top events in Timaru?
  - **A:** Temuka Colour Canter (Sat Oct 17 2026 at 05:15 am at Temuka, New Zealand), The Coastal 2026 – Run the Coast. Chase the Views. (Fri Oct 16 2026 at 08:00 am at Caroline Bay), Miles For Mutts Charity Fundraiser (Sat Jun 20 2026 at 10:00 am at 4 King Street, Parkside, Timaru), Sensory Messy Play Session - THE MUCK CLUB **BOOK THEME**📚🧚✨ (Tue Jul 07 2026 at 10:00 am at 59 Main Street, Fairlie 7925, New Zealand), Ski camp 2026 (Sun Aug 16 2026 at 10:00 pm at Raincliff Scout Camp).
- **Q**: What events are happening in Timaru this weekend June 19–21, 2026?
  - **A:** Miles For Mutts Charity Fundraiser (Sat Jun 20 2026 at 10:00 am at 4 King Street, Parkside, Timaru).
- **Q**: What events are happening in Timaru in June 2026?
  - **A:** Miles For Mutts Charity Fundraiser (Sat Jun 20 2026 at 10:00 am at 4 King Street, Parkside, Timaru).
- **Q**: How can I find events in Timaru?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming events in Timaru on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for events in Timaru?
  - **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 events in Timaru?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting events in Timaru include Temuka, New Zealand, Caroline Bay, 4 King Street, Parkside, Timaru.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for events in Timaru?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting events in Timaru include FOSJ - Friends of St Joseph's School, Temuka, The Coastal, Pinnacle Performance.
- **Q**: Are there any online events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many 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 events in Timaru?
  - **A:** Follow the  category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new events are listed in Timaru.

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