There’s blossom for snow outside as we race forward from spring to summertime. You often hear people say that time speeds up as you get
older and I'm starting to understand what they mean. Do people living on tropical islands feel this too, where everyone is on 'Island Time'? I love how our Central Otago Vanuatuan workers ride their bicycles along our country roads in slow motion.
If you are looking for something fun to do this weekend why not head to 'Across the Bridge at Bannockburn'. The locals have been rallying together and have organised an amazing array of events to suit all tastes. Music, art, markets, wine, food, walks and even a raku firing demonstration. Join celebrated writers Brian Turner, Mary Hobbs, and Owen Marshall as they present readings exploring the concept of Central Otago identity. This highlight event is being held at the historic Bannockburn Hall at 3pm on Saturday 1st October, and will be facilitated by well-known Bannockburn ‘character’ Robin Dicey. It will be followed by an open
discussion. Download the program here for more information on 'Across the Bridge at Bannockburn'.
Once again there is a huge list of activities below to satisfy your creative appetite. Make sure you scroll all the way to the bottom so you don't miss any events coming up over the next month or so.
Cheers
Maxine
What's On
Recycle to Upcycle Exhibition
Fri, 2 September 2016 - Tue, 4 October 2016
An exhibition showcasing a variety of interesting and beautiful artworks created with the …
Central Stories Art Exhibition - SoReal
Wed, 7 September 2016 - Wed, 19 October 2016 @ 10am - 4pm
SoReal is an art exhibition by Sean Boyd and is a celebration of an artist's imagination. …
Lakes District Museum - Eyes of Vanuatu Exhibition
Fri, 9 September 2016 - Tue, 4 October 2016
WOODCUT PRINT EXHIBITION
A collection of relief prints by the students of Epi High School, …
Hullabaloo - Andi Regan
Sun, 18 September 2016 - Sat, 8 October 2016
Andi Regan presents her solo exhibition
'flights of fancy'
My love of Native …
Central Otago Art Society - Blossom Festival Art Exhibition 2016
Thu, 22 September 2016 - Sun, 2 October 2016
CENTRAL OTAGO ART SOCIETY - Blossom Festival Art Exhibition 2016
Don't miss this wonderful …
ODT Looks at 60 Years of Blossom Festival
Fri, 23 September 2016 - Sun, 16 October 2016
ODT Looks at 60 Years of Blossom Festival - 80 images sourced from ODT photo files …
St Bathans Art Exhibition - 'Saloon'
Sat, 24 September 2016 - Wed, 19 October 2016
'Saloon'
The iconic 135+ year old St Bathans Billiard Saloon in the heart of …
Central Cinema - Coming up
Fri, 30 September 2016 - Mon, 31 October 2016
To see the best films in our cosy cinema in central Alexandra go to …
Clyde Cinema - Coming up
Fri, 30 September 2016 - Mon, 31 October 2016
This lovely boutique cinema in Clyde offers a fine selection of up-to-date screenings in …
Arthurs Cinema - Coming up
Fri, 30 September 2016 - Mon, 31 October 2016
To see the latest films on at the new Arthurs Cinema in Cromwell go to: …
Alexandra Musical Society presents - The Pirates of Penzance
Fri, 30 September 2016 - Fri, 30 September 2016 @ 8pm
A Hilarious farce of sentimental pirates, bumbling policemen, dim witted young lovers and …
Arthurs Cinema - MET Opera: Madama Butterfly
Fri, 30 September 2016 @ 7pm
Opera comes to Arthurs!
We are very proud to be able to offer the MET Opera to Cromwell …
Across the Bridge at Bannockburn 2016
Fri, 30 September 2016 - Sun, 30 October 2016
A Scottish feast, a Bud Burst Fest, famous writers, a ramble, a brass ensemble, old time …
New Art Gallery Opens in Clyde!
Fri, 30 September 2016
A fantastic new venture has opened in Clyde. The Eade Gallery opened its doors quietly on …
Central Cinema - Manhattan Short Film Festival
Sat, 1 October 2016 - Sun, 2 October 2016 @ 7.30pm
Over 100,000 Film Lovers Across the Globe Unite for One Week For One Film Festival!
Join …
Jazz Trio at 1789 Wine & Jazz Bar
Sat, 1 October 2016 - Sat, 29 October 2016 @ 8.30 - midnight
Well known Central Otago musicians 'Richardson Jazz' have a regular gig at Sofitel …
Amiria Grenell & Holly Arrowsmith - Queenstown
Sat, 1 October 2016 @ 8pm
Two award-winning folk singers are heading off on a small yet mighty tour of the south …
'E' Brass Quintet - Cromwell
Sat, 1 October 2016 @ 7.30pm
This is an exciting new ensemble showcases the brass players of the Christchurch …
Speargrass Inn - Coming up
Sat, 1 October 2016
We are opening for the season on Saturday 1st October!
We have a great line up of events …
Night 'n Day Rainbow Run
Sun, 2 October 2016 @ 11am
The Night 'n Day Rainbow Run is the most fun way to get active in Alexandra this spring! …
Bannockburn Bud Burst Festival 2016
Sun, 2 October 2016 @ 2pm - 7pm
Join us in our back garden to celebrate the birth of the 2017 Bannockburn vintage.
As the …
Amiria Grenell & Holly Arrowsmith - Wanaka
Mon, 3 October 2016 @ 8pm
Two award-winning folk singers are heading off on a small yet mighty tour of the south …
The Chillingham Voices
Wed, 5 October 2016 @ 8pm
Chillingham Voices Community Choir is one of the most popular choirs in the Northern …
Mt Pisa Station Story - Cromwell
Fri, 7 October 2016 @ 5.30 - 8.30pm
Join us to help the MacMillans Celebrate the launch of The Mt Pisa Station Story. A book …
Queenstown Art Society - Artists Showcase Exhibition
Fri, 7 October 2016 - Tue, 18 October 2016
A group show of some members work.
Tottle Trio
Sat, 8 October 2016 @ 7pm
The glorious sound of the trumpet, strings and piano will blend together again, as the …
The Kugels - Albertown
Sat, 8 October 2016 @ 7.30pm
It’s music that makes you want to dance - spirited, wild and haunting.
Now four top …
Hullabaloo - Gail de Jong
Sun, 9 October 2016 - Sun, 30 October 2016
Location, location, location
Our place, Central Otago has become prime real estate. More …
Central Cinema - This Giant Papier Mache Boulder Is Actually Really Heavy
Sun, 9 October 2016 @ 2pm
'This Giant Papier Mache Boulder Is Actually Really Heavy' An amazing love letter to …
Beyond The Barricade - Wanaka
Fri, 14 October 2016 - Sat, 15 October 2016 @ 7.30pm
The UK’s favourite musical theatre concert - Beyond the Barricade -makes its debut …
Trashion Show 2016
Fri, 14 October 2016 @ 7.30pm
This is your chance to come along and see what individuals and businesses in and around …
Gimmerburn District Dance
Sat, 15 October 2016 @ 8pm till late
Come along and kick up your heels at a good old fashioned night out, an awesome band has …
The Remarkables Carnival
Sat, 15 October 2016 @ 10am - 2pm
The Remarkables Carnival is a unique event - it is Queenstown's only car display and …
Central Stories Art Gallery & Museum - SoReal Exhibition: Walk & Talk
Sun, 16 October 2016 @ 2.30pm
SoReal Exhibition: Walk & Talk
Hear Sean Boyd talk about what inspires him to make …
Beyond The Barricade - Queenstown
Sun, 16 October 2016 @ 4pm
The UK’s favourite musical theatre concert - Beyond the Barricade -makes its debut …
Central Stories Art Gallery & Museum - Book Launch & Poetry Reading
Wed, 19 October 2016 @ 5.30pm
Join us for refreshments and to hear Michael Harlow read from his latest collection of …
Queenstown Jazzfest 2016
Fri, 21 October 2016 - Sun, 23 October 2016
2016 Queenstown JazzFest - Friday 21st to Monday 24th October. 4 days of fantastic music, …
Don McGlashan & Shayne Carter
Sat, 22 October 2016 @ 7.30pm
Two of New Zealand’s indie rock heavyweights have joined forces for a formidable …
Alexandra Summer Markets
Sat, 22 October 2016 @ 10am - 2pm
First of Alexandra Summer markets, Pioneer Park Labour Weekend Saturday October 22
Pioneer …
Chatto Creek Tavern - The Gator Boys
Sun, 23 October 2016 @ 2pm - 6pm
We have "The Gator Boys" playing on the afternoon of the 23rd October. We have a …
Alexandra Basin Winegrowers New Releases Tasting
Sun, 23 October 2016 @ 1 - 4pm
Labour Weekend Sunday is an exciting time in Central Otago as we hold the annual …
Alexandra Musical Society Competitions 2016
Fri, 28 October 2016 - Sun, 30 October 2016
This weekend is our annual Competitions Festival. Come on down and support our young …
Jillian Sullivan - Book Launch
Sat, 29 October 2016 @ 5.30pm
Jillian has written a memoir of building a new life, and a strawbale home, in Central …
Alexandra Light Party
Sat, 29 October 2016 @ 4 - 7pm
Alexandra Light Party is a free community event, an alternative to trick or treating at …
Fine Thyme Theatre Company - Flagons and Foxtrots
Sat, 29 October 2016
Fine Thyme Theatre Company presents 'Flagons and Foxtrots' by Alison Quigan and Ross …
Central Stories Art Gallery & Museum - Wanaka 8
Sat, 29 October 2016 - Tue, 27 September 2016
Wanaka 8
An exhibition featuring eight notable Wanaka artists
Susie Ruddenklau
Lizzie …
Circus of Horrors - A Halloween Cabaret
Sat, 29 October 2016 @ 8.30pm
Rollicking Entertainment (Battle of the Bastards, Mr. and Mrs. Alexander, The Dunstan …
Trick or Treat
Sat, 29 October 2016 @ 2pm
It's Halloween. Prepare yourself for gross stunts, mind-blowing magic, and spooky circus …
Thyme Festival 2016
Sat, 29 October 2016 - Sun, 6 November 2016
Thyme Festival originated from a community desire to celebrate the beauty of the …
Wanaka Medieval Festival
Sat, 5 November 2016
On November 5th 2016 Holy Family Catholic School will bring a slice of medieval life to …
Central Cinema - Show Me Shorts 2016
Sat, 5 November 2016 @ 4pm
Don't miss this at Central Cinema.... Show Me Shorts is New Zealand’s leading …
Heritage Precinct Street Party and Fireworks
Fri, 11 November 2016 @ 6pm
Live music, childrens entertainment, market stalls and much more! This all ends with a …
The Alpaca Social Club with Caitlin Smith - Tarras
Sat, 12 November 2016 @ 7.30pm
You’ve heard of the Buena Vista Social Club. Now there’s the Alpaca Social …
The Alpaca Social Club with Caitlin Smith - Alexandra
Sun, 13 November 2016 @ 7.30pm
You’ve heard of the Buena Vista Social Club. Now there’s the Alpaca Social …
CROMWELL'S GOLD*N* NOTES HOEDOWN 2016
Fri, 18 November 2016 - Sun, 20 November 2016
A full weekend of entertainment on November 18th – 20nd (Fri—Sun) at the …
Clyde Theatre Group - Two One Act Plays
Fri, 25 November 2016 - Sun, 27 November 2016 @ 7.30pm
Clyde Theatre Group presents: Two One Act Plays.... " 2 Cracker Plays" on November …
Call for Entries into The Queenstown Art Centre - Art Awards 2016
