EVENTS IN WAIMAKARIRI

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.

COME AND SPEND THE DAY AT THE RANGIORA A&P SHOW! A fantastic FAMILY DAY OUT for everyone!

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!

Looking for a wonderful day out? Explore six gorgeous local gardens while browsing through 19 unique arts and crafts stalls hosted throughout the trail.

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.

Get ready for the ultimate Labour Day spring day out! Join us on Monday 26 October at the Rangiora Racecourse for a relaxed, family-friendly festival packed with boutique shopping, delicious food, live music, local producers, artisan stalls and plenty of country charm.

Celebrate Halloween with Tiny Town! They'll be a spooky potion making station, plenty of Halloween inspired costumes, a fully decorated town and extra treats for each child. Along with our usual themed areas like Vets, Cafe, and Construction with sustainably sourced wooden toys.

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.

“Brenda Liddiard — vocals & mandolin, and Mark Laurent — guitar & vocals, sharing an intimate evening of songs in a warm house‑concert setting.”

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.

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!

Join us for our annual spring seedling sale. Live music, bake sale, children's activities, seedlings and preserves for sale and more. A lovely afternoon for the whole family!

Join us for a great day of American cars, food, trade stalls, prizes and more. Hosted by The American Classic Car Club. All American-origin vehicles welcome!

Compass FM 2026 Quiz night fundraiser is BACK!! Come support your local radio station

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.

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!

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.

The fabulous Skeatles return following their sold out show last time featuring a host of Canterbury Talent honouring the Beatles.

Our biannual fundraising Garden Tour. 7 stunning North Canterbury Gardens, one wonderful community coming together to support our school. Enjoy exploring our beautiful gardens, treat yourself at our bake sale, and start your Christmas shopping early at our market.

Kaiapoi Christmas Carnival and Santa Parade! Join us for Kaiapoi’s free annual festive celebration—a fun-filled day for the whole family!

Triathlon, Duathlon & Multisport for all ages in North Canterbury!

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!

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!

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

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?

Waimakariri District's towns are home to an array of fantastic regular markets.