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Found Art Exhibition
The artwork of Pablo Picasso (1881-1973) can be said to include elements of found art. Art work delivery and registration: 6 Dec Exhibition goes from 7th Dec - 3rd Jan
Location: Woodville
Small Art, Big HEART
Loads and loads of Little ART pieces to choose in time for Christmas Gifting. 9th November to 5th December at Rinitawa Art and History Gallery
Location: Woodville
Joseph & the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
Don't miss this amazing show with a cast of 60.Adults $35.00 Students/Seniors $29.50 Children (14 years and under) $25.00 Family (2 adults, 2 children 14 years and younger) $75.007:30pm each night with Matinee's at 2:00pm on 20 & 26 November and 3 December
Location: Pahiatua
Dannevirke Christmas Parade
The Parade will start at 12 noon, come long and see the wonderful floats as they parade along the High Street
Location: Dannevirke
Dannevirke Fantasy Cave Pop Up Christmas
Experience the fun at the famous Fantasy Cave, admission is by donation/koha and photographs with Santa are $5.00.Open 3 December from 12:30pm5 - 16 December 2:00pm - 4:00pm17 - 24 December 10:00am - 4:00pm
Location: Dannevirke
Dannevirke Time Capsule Lifting
It's time to life the time capsule! We will lift it to see what was put in it when it was put down at the 125th year celebrations of European settlement. What we need now is ideas of what to put in it when we put it back down.
Location: Dannevirke
Pahiatua Railcar Society - Pahiatua Station Open Day
Celebrating 50 years of service of the iconic Silver Fern RailcarCome immerse yourself in New Zealand's railcar heritage. Come along to the Pahiatua Railway Station and see what we are all about. Immerse yourself in New Zealand’s railcar heritage.Experience the nostalgia of railcar travel from a bygone age and ride the rails on our Standard Railcar RM31 from Pahiatua up to Mangatainoka then down to Konini and Return.Sample the luxury of railcar travel on one of our iconic Silver Ferns as we run up and down our own tracks at Pahiatua. There will also be special appearances by the sole surviving Wairarapa Railcar (Tin Hare) RM5 trundling up and down our tracks.Visit the station to see our collection of railway memorabilia or treat yourself to one of our range of souvenirs (eftpos available)Tour the workshops to see our collection and restoration projects.Food and coffee will be available including the must have sausage sizzle.Railcar Fares:Standard Railcar RM31 RidesPahiatua - Mangatainoka - Konini - ReturnAdult $15:00 / Child $10:00Silver Fern Yard Rides2 return rides along our own trackAdult $2:00 / Child $1.00Wairarapa Railcar RM5 Yard Rides2 return rides along our own trackAdult $2.00 / Child $1.00NOTE: Tickets only available from the Ticket Office on the day. (Cash Only
Location: Pahiatua
Pahiatua Christmas Parade
Join the Pahiatua Christmas Parade on Saturday, 3rd December 2022. Meet at the Post Office Hotel at 3.30pm. Always a wonderful parade and entertainment.
Weber Christmas Market
Make a trip to Weber and enjoy some delicious kai. Loads of local producers and craftspeople so come along and pick up some wonderful Christmas gifts and treats for your home and garden
Location: Pongaroa
Positive Parenting Programmes
Create your parenting plan in time for Christmas. These free sessions provide an opportunity for parents and caregivers to find solutions to common parenting issues. Ideal for parents of children aged 2.5 years - 9 years.8 November - Dealing with disobedience15 November - Hassle-free meal times with children29 November - Managing fighting and aggression6 December - Developing good bedtime routines
Location: Dannevirke
Christmas in the Park for ages 0 - 5 years
Bring the kids down and enjoy Christmas in the Park. Children will each enjoy a visit from Santa and a small gift. Enjoy the playground and the Tararua Play Trailer. Please bring picnic and water for your child.
Location: Dannevirke
First Aid Course
Red Cross has a large range of courses so everyone in the community can gain first aid skills. Be equipped to react quickly and safely in a medical emergency - whether it's at home, work, on the sports field or in public places.
Location: Dannevirke
Carols by Candlelight
Come along to The Old Dairy Factory and join in to sing Christmas Carols.
Location: Norsewood
Norsewood Christmas Market
The Annual Christmas market at the wopwops All weather event with indoor and outdoor stalls food and entertainment.
Coast to Coast -Woodville Lions - Suzuki 2022
Charity motorcycle ride in aid of Grassroots Trust Rescue Helicopter.Register from 9.00am, Saturday 10 December at Himitangi Community Centre.
Woodville Christmas Market
An event for all the family to enjoy!Market starts at 9.00AM - Stalls , Crafts, Food, Refreshments, Train and bouncy castle (free for Children)Coast to coast Riders arrive at 11.30am prizes for....- Best Window display for business- Best adult themed costume- Best child themed costume No charge for stalls but call Rose on 021 1566 925 to book stall.
Eketāhuna Super Market
Lots of food, music, art, veg, craft & more. Held the second Sunday of each month
Location: Eketahuna
2 Day Annual Christmas Market Event
A 2 day market, Friday evening is 4:00pm - 8:00pm, and Saturday 10:00am - 2:00pm. A wonderful market which features a variety of crafts and food.
Location: Dannevirke
Woodville Street Market
Check out the range of crafts on offer at the local monthly street market.
Location: Woodville
Celebrate 120 years of Peter Rabbit - Tea Party
Peter Rabbit party at Libraries in Dannevirke, Pahiatua, Woodville and Eketahuna
Location: Dannevirke
Dannevirke Market
Come check out the locally produced, crafts, food and gifts. Bring the family and enjoy the festive atmosphere
Location: Dannevirke
Pahiatua Market
Come along and check out the array of awesome crafts and food. Held last Saturday of each month at 46 Main Street, or if weather is bad, the Town Hall.
Location: Pahiatua
Walk the New Highway
An incredible opportunity to walk Te Ahu a Turanga, Manawatū Highway and see the progress being made. Two walk lengths are available: Ashhurst to Woodville (approx. 12kms) or from Cooks Road to Woodville (approx 6kms)Walkers only, no strollers or babies in backpack, no dogs or horses.Limited tickets available. On sale Monday 5 December 2022 until Friday 13 January 2023.All walk lengths picked up at Hope Road by bus.
Location: Woodville
Wheels with Attitude
Wheels with Attitude and Swapmeet is returning in 2023 and it’s our 25th show!Happening on Sunday 29 January 2023 from 10am to 2pm at the Dannevirke A & P Show Grounds.If it’s got wheels or attitude, or even both, we want to see you there.All types of vehicles welcome:Vintage Cars - Classic Cars - Project Cars - Muscle Cars - Motorcycles - Tractors - Trucks - BusesDedicated area for swapmeet stall holders.Food court – (limited spaces available for food vendors, message us for more information)Admission:Exhibitors - $2 per vehicleSwapmeet Site - $10 per siteTrade Site - $20 per siteSpectator Admission:Adult - $2 per personChild - $1 per person (under 5 free)Admission payable at the gate, no presales. Cash only, sorry no eftpos.Our last show, held in 2021 saw over 500 vehicles of all types on display and over 1000 people through the gates.
Location: Dannevirke
Dannevirke Night Market
Check out the crafts and food night market at this wonderful night market. There will be crafts, coffee and great food!
Location: Dannevirke
