This year’s theme is ‘Best of the Basin’ showcasing local singers and entertainers alongside Queenstown’s favourite band The Master Blasters. (Fireworks from 7.00pm)

The American Express Opening Party is the hottest party of the year and this year promises to be no different as we celebrate the start of Festival in true Queenstown style with some of the finest talent in the Wakatipu. This year’s Opening Party theme is ‘Best of the Basin’ - showcasing local singers and entertainers alongside Queenstown’s favourite band The Master Blasters. Be sure to wrap up warm and grab some tucker from our al-fresco food stalls then stand back and enjoy the show.

(Fireworks from 7.00pm)