Discover what's on in Queenstown
Within this dramatic landscape resides an eclectic community of artists, artisans, musicians and athletes hosting a full calendar of events in Queenstown year round, from the Sotheby's Realty Queenstown Marathon and Snow Machine, to Winter Pride and the New Zealand Golf Open. Whether you love hunting out the hidden gems, keeping the whole family entertained or immersing yourself in epic events, there’s everything from farmers markets and gallery openings, to music festivals and open mic nights.
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Discover what's on in Queenstown while you're here.
LUMA Enchanted
- Jun 15, 2025 - Aug 31, 2025
Experience the Magic of LUMA Enchanted at Kiwi Park. Winter 2025 Get ready for an unforgettable…
Matariki Viewing
View the Matariki constellation with us on Friday 20 June from 6:15 am (please note that timings are…
Mardi Gras Queenstown
MARDI GRAS - ON SALE NOW! Everyone’s favourite winter festival is BACK for 2025 and damn it is going…
New Zealand Mountain Film & Book Festival
- Jun 26, 2025 - Jun 27, 2025
Celebrate Adventure at the 23rd New Zealand Mountain Film & Book Festival! Calling all adventure…
Ayrburn's Winter Wonderland 2025
- Jun 27, 2025 - Jul 27, 2025
Back by incredibly popular demand, Ayrburn’s Winter Wonderland returns from Friday, 27 June to…
Queenstown Event Information
Give Back to our place VOLUNTEER AND COMMUNITY EVENTS
Volunteering at community events is a great way to connect with locals, meet like minded people and give back on your visit to Queenstown.
QMTBC Wednesday Night Digs
Grab your bike and join the Queenstown Mountain Bike Club each week for their Wednesday Night Digs!…
Community Nursery Volunteering
- Jun 18, 2025 - Jul 30, 2025
The Whakatipu Reforestation Trust’s Community Nursery is the heart of their operations. Each year…
Flash Day Fundraiser for Love Queenstown
Ink for Impact – Join Us for Our Flash Day Fundraiser Supporting Love Queenstown There’s…
Wilding Pine Control at Queenstown Hill
Following our recent volunteer event on Queenstown Hill, we are heading back up there to follow up…
Discover events further afield
The regions surrounding Queenstown also host a range of wonderful events year round, from the Alexandra Blossom Festival to Ripe - Wanaka Food & Wine Festival, and events on and off the mountain.
Explore what's on in Lake Wānaka and Central Otago.