# Festivals in Waimate 2026 | Culture & Street Fairs

- **Subtitle**: Your guide to festivals in Waimate 2026 — cultural celebrations, street fairs and food festivals. Find dates, locations and what to expect.
- **Category**: Festivals
- **Type**: category

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The best things to do in the world include attending top-notch festivals in [CITY]. Be it a rocking music festival or scrumptious food festival in [CITY], you will have a gala time of your life with a few of your close friends or your family. With the best of fun, entertainment, and food, the experience in festivals lets the enthusiasts immerse in the local culture and vibe. Ranging from the biggest outdoor beach parties to crazy music festivals, the festivals fall under various categories to suit everybody’s tastes. If you are looking for the best events and festivals in [CITY] listed on one platform - we have you covered.

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## Festivals Events in Waimate

- **Event Name**: Meridian Twizel Hard Labour Weekend 2026
  - **Description**: The Meridian Twizel Hard Labour Weekend is a fun and iconic multisport event set in the heart of the Mackenzie Basin.

Join us in Twizel on 24–25 October 2026 for a weekend of running, mountain biking, kayaking, kids’ events, and the ultimate Hard Laboure
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  - **Date**: Sat Oct 24 2026 at 07:00 am – Sun Oct 25 2026 at 04:00 pm (+13:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/waimate/meridian-twizel-hard-labour-weekend-2026/200030230334717
  - **Venue**: Twizel
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  - **Categories**: trips-adventures, kids, contests, sports
- **Event Name**: Moonbase XII Twizel - 2026
  - **Description**: **Rego opens at 6pm Friday 22nd May 2026**

We are excited to welcome you to the 12th edition of Moonbase Twizel — a weekend of epic disc golf in the heart of the Mackenzie Basin! Players will once again battle it out across two very different, equally ch
  - **Date**: Fri Nov 20 2026 at 10:30 am – Sun Nov 22 2026 at 05:00 pm (+13:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/waimate/moonbase-xii-twizel-2026/200030310284543
  - **Venue**: Twizel
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  - **Categories**: sports, tournaments, workshops, pop-ups, contests

## Trending Events in Waimate

- **Event Name**: Ben Hurley - Gone South - Oamaru
  - **Description**: Ben Hurley, one of New Zealand’s most well known and well loved comedians, is once again proving that the South Island matters.

We've been having such a good time on our South Island tours, that we are heading out for more. Ben is hitting the road and co
  - **Venue**: Oamaru Opera House
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- **Event Name**: THE CIRCUS OAMARU
  - **Description**: Join us for an exhilarating experience as the Weber Bros take the stage for a limited time in Oamaru, with only 4 Shows.  

Prepare to be amazed by breathtaking performances, including the awe inspiring Aerial Acts, Exhilarating Human Cannonball, the Hear
  - **Venue**: Orana Park Oamaru
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- **Event Name**: Waimate Barn Dance
  - **Description**: 🤠 Waimate is going WILD (West) again! 🤠

Saddle up for a cracking midwinter warmer of a night!

🐂 Take on Bucky the Mechanical Bull as many times as you dare and battle it out for the coveted title of 2026 Waimate Barn Dance Bucky Champion!

🎸 Dance the n
  - **Venue**: Southern Canterbury A&P Association
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- **Event Name**: Through The Years: The Songs That Shaped Us
  - **Description**: Celebrate 70 years of unforgettable entertainment with Musical Theatre Oamaru as we take you on a spectacular musical journey through the decades.
Join us at the iconic Oamaru Opera House from August 6–15 for this special 8-show season celebrating the pro
  - **Venue**: Oamaru Opera House
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- **Event Name**: Credence Clearwater Collective
  - **Description**: We invite you to join us for a night celebrating the music of Creedence Clearwater Revival and John Fogerty, as we present the music of one of the world’s most iconic bands – from the songs they wrote, to the songs covered, to the songs they wrote for oth
  - **Venue**: Oamaru Opera House
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- **Event Name**: Echoes of Pink Floyd - Oamaru Opera House NZ - 60 Years of Pink Floyd
  - **Description**: Iconic British rock band, Pink Floyd left an indelible mark on the world, inspiring generations with their ground-breaking soundscapes and thought-provoking lyrics. 2025 marks the diamond anniversary of Pink Floyd's inception, and to honour this milestone
  - **Venue**: Oamaru Opera House
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- **Event Name**: Edition Zero Gravel 2026
  - **Description**: New Zealand's premier gravel gathering, returns for the fifth time time.

Rego and Expo Friday afternoon from 3pm
Racing from 6am Saturday
Village from 10am
Prize giving 5pm
After gathering 6pm at The Waimate Kitchen and Bar

#adventure #challenge #commun
  - **Venue**: Victoria Park, Waimate, New Zealand
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- **Event Name**: Meridian Twizel Hard Labour Weekend 2026
  - **Description**: The Meridian Twizel Hard Labour Weekend is a fun and iconic multisport event set in the heart of the Mackenzie Basin.

Join us in Twizel on 24–25 October 2026 for a weekend of running, mountain biking, kayaking, kids’ events, and the ultimate Hard Laboure
  - **Venue**: Twizel
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- **Event Name**: Glow Waitaki - community benefit dinner
  - **Description**: Come and be part of a night that glows with purpose and community. Glow Waitaki - community benefit dinner

Enjoy a delicious buffet style dinner at the elegant Brydone Hotel, with wine on the table, raffles, and good company.

Hosted by Wildlife Hospital
  - **Venue**: The Brydone Hotel
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Festivals events in Waimate?
  - **A:** Meridian Twizel Hard Labour Weekend 2026 (Sat Oct 24 2026 at 07:00 am at Twizel), Moonbase XII Twizel - 2026 (Fri Nov 20 2026 at 10:30 am at Twizel).
- **Q**: How can I find Festivals events in Waimate?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Festivals events in Waimate 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 Waimate?
  - **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 Waimate?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Festivals events in Waimate include Twizel.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Festivals events in Waimate?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Festivals events in Waimate include Meridian Twizel Hard Labour Weekend, Disc Golf Wanaka.
- **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 Waimate?
  - **A:** Follow the Festivals category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Festivals events are listed in Waimate.

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