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Workshops
Workshops
There are a range of workshops on offer in Waimakariri. From painting to pottery, cheese making and tea making. Why not make a day of it and explore the district?
Every Friday
Free Event
Ohoka Farmers’ Market
Ohoka Farmers’ Market
Full of independent and local food and craft vendors.
Mon - Fri
Free Event
The Delicious Market
The Delicious Market
Discover a variety of hand-selected fresh produce, yummy food and coffee on offer in Rangiora.
Every Saturday
Free Event
Kaiapoi Saturday Market
Kaiapoi Saturday Market
Shop locally for veges, eggs, cakes, plants and more
Every Sunday
Free Event
Oxford Farmers Market
Oxford Farmers Market
The Oxford Farmers' Market is a friendly country Farmers' Market where the seller is the producer.
Last Sunday of each month
Free Event
The Peg & Pint Craft Market
The Peg & Pint Craft Market
Join us for our new monthly craft market! 10am until 2pm on the last Sunday of every month at The Peg & Pint in Pegasus
First Saturday of each month
Free Event
Rangiora Church Street Market
Rangiora Church Street Market
Our market is on the first Saturday of each month. Come buy a barista coffee and home baking or a sizzled sausage. Browse our market for new and old delights. Stalls in the grounds as well in the hall beyond our cafe..
First Sunday of each month
Free Event
Oxford Craft Market
Oxford Craft Market
Oxford Craft Market, first Sunday of the month 10am until 2pm in the Oxford Town Hall
6 Sep - 15 Oct
Free Event
Down to Earth, by Celia Wilson
Down to Earth, by Celia Wilson
These works are from a collection of paintings I have made mainly from rock pigments. The colours represent the hidden beauty of the Earth, usually cloaked by vegetation or weathering.
9 - 17 Oct
Little Shop of Horrors – North Canterbury Musicals
Little Shop of Horrors – North Canterbury Musicals
North Canterbury Musicals is proud to present Little Shop of Horrors - the wildly entertaining musical comedy that has delighted audiences around the world for decades.
11 Oct
Free Event
Oxford Picnic in the Park
Oxford Picnic in the Park
Enjoy an afternoon of music, games and fun at the Oxford Picnic in the Park! Whether you bring your own picnic, grab something delicious on the day, settle in for the music or get involved in the games, Picnic in the Park is all about enjoying our community and having a great afternoon together.
19 Oct - 11 Nov
Free Event
“Nothing about us without us” IHC’s 75 Anniversary Exhibition
“Nothing about us without us” IHC’s 75 Anniversary Exhibition
This exhibition is an interweaving of photographic portraits, still life images, archival material and text. It tells the story of IHC’s formation and evolution; a movement that champions the rights and inclusion of people with intellectual disabilities.
18 Oct
Free Event
The North Canterbury Vintage Fair
The North Canterbury Vintage Fair
A Vintage Fair held four times a year at the Rangiora Race Course, 312 Lehmans Road, Rangiora between 10am and 2pm.
24 Oct
Rangiora A&P Show
Rangiora A&P Show
COME AND SPEND THE DAY AT THE RANGIORA A&P SHOW! A fantastic FAMILY DAY OUT for everyone!
24 Oct
Woodford Glen Fireworks Extravaganza!
Woodford Glen Fireworks Extravaganza!
A night for the whole family, pack a picnic tea or check out their huge range of food options. Enjoy the racing from 6pm followed by Fireworks!
25 Oct
Free Event
Kōrero Ceramics, Moyra Elliott
Kōrero Ceramics, Moyra Elliott
Moyra will talk about her experience of entering and winning the competition to curate an international ceramic exhibition at Yingge Ceramics Museum in Taiwan, and share the ceramic works she curated for Korero: Ceramics in Conversation, with lively anecdotes of her interactions with the international ceramic makers from 27 countries. Moyra is Artist in Residence at Oxford Gallery for three weeks during October.
31 Oct
Free Event
Halloween Twilight Carnival
Halloween Twilight Carnival
Halloween Twilight Carnival will bring all the ghosties and ghouls to town, plus a whole lot of fun! A twilight carnival and all the fun of the fairground, amazing food, market stalls, lighting installations, bouncy castles, facepainters and much more.
31 Oct
An evening with Brenda & Mark – Down by the river, Kaiapoi
An evening with Brenda & Mark – Down by the river, Kaiapoi
“Brenda Liddiard — vocals & mandolin, and Mark Laurent — guitar & vocals, sharing an intimate evening of songs in a warm house‑concert setting.”
1-30 Nov
Free Event
The North Course
The North Course
Experience a month full of North Canterbury flavour as participating eateries team up with local producers to create a signature dish using local ingredients and seasonal produce. Taste your way around the region, discover new places to eat and vote for your favourite dish. Every vote puts you in the draw to win some epic North Canterbury prizes.
1 Nov
The Oxford Big Family Day Out
The Oxford Big Family Day Out
There is something for everyone to enjoy, including craft and food stalls, bouncy castles, wonky bikes, and fun games. Don't miss the thrilling Tug of War, live sheep shearing demonstrations, an exciting Fire Brigade display, a hands-on petting zoo, and so much more. Bring the whole family down for an unforgettable day of community fun!
6 Nov
Compass FM Quiz Night 2026
Compass FM Quiz Night 2026
Compass FM 2026 Quiz night fundraiser is BACK!! Come support your local radio station
13 Nov
Free Event
Broadoak Gardens Open Day
Broadoak Gardens Open Day
On Friday, 13 November, from 10am–3pm, explore Broadoak Gardens - a 5-star Garden of National Significance nestled in North Canterbury. Wander through two acres of crafted garden rooms, water features and unique plantings, and step inside the stunning Victorian-style greenhouse.
14 - 28 November
A is For Arsenic
A is For Arsenic
A small group of aspiring crime writers meet every week under the critical eye of their course tutor who is always daring them to better him. When one writer decides to take up his challenge, mayhem ensues!
15 - 26 Nov
Free Event
From “Shhh” to Community Hub
From “Shhh” to Community Hub
Over the past 30 years, Trevor Inch Memorial Library Rangiora has evolved from a quiet place of study and book lending to a vibrant community hub. Explore the story of Rangiora Library through photos, artefacts, oral histories, and hands-on activities.
20 Nov
The Skeatles – Down by the River end of season celebration!
The Skeatles – Down by the River end of season celebration!
The fabulous Skeatles return following their sold out show last time featuring a host of Canterbury Talent honouring the Beatles.
29 Nov
The OxMan – Triathlon, Duathlon & Multisport
The OxMan – Triathlon, Duathlon & Multisport
Triathlon, Duathlon & Multisport for all ages in North Canterbury!
12 Dec
Free Event
Kaiapoi Community Christmas Market
Kaiapoi Community Christmas Market
The Kaiapoi Community Christmas Market is back on Saturday 12 December, 10am–2pm, bringing festive fun to the town centre with local stalls, food vendors, live music and plenty of Christmas cheer. Enjoy family fun including face painting, balloon twisting, stilt walkers, jugglers, bouncy castles, and, of course, Santa in his grotto!
13 Dec
Rangiora’s Christmas at the Races
Rangiora’s Christmas at the Races
Get ready for one of North Canterbury’s most exciting Christmas celebrations! Whether you’re planning your end-of-year work function, entertaining clients, or celebrating with friends, and family, there's something for everyone!
20 Mar 2027
Pegasus Bay Art Show 2027
Pegasus Bay Art Show 2027
Our art show is a community event and school fundraiser for our kura. All of the money raised supports our arts programme here at school
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