What's On
Akaroa Farmers Market
October to April. Saturday, 9:30 am–1 pm, on St. Patrick’s front lawn opposite The Green.
Discover fresh local produce, native plants, traditional french crepes, bacon butties, smoothies, honey, home baking, jewellery, and more!
Akaroa Wharf Photo Competition
Submit your best 2 photos of the Main Akaroa Wharf (the one with the blue building). Photos must be taken between Oct 31 2025 and January 31 2026.
Professional, Amateur and Junior categories with cash prizes and exhibition opportunities.
Antiques Fair
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3rd and 4th of January at the Gaiety
$5 entry come along and find your treasure!
Little River Farmers Market
Little River Farmers Market brings together more than 20 local growers, makers, and artisans each Sunday 9am-2pm.
Enjoy fresh produce, homemade treats, and handcrafted goods in a friendly community atmosphere.
Little River Pumpkin Festival
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$10 per car donation.
Join us for the 30th anniversary – This is a fun-filled celebration of everything pumpkin and a fundraising event for the Little River School!
Enjoy pumpkin pie, live music, delicious food, roaming entertainment, classic cars and family-friendly entertainment.
New Years Eve at Caldera Estate
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Celebrate the end of 2025 with Caldera Estate.
Complimentary Champagne & Canapes, with the soulful sounds of the Whiskey Neats duo, followed by a four-course chefs menu.
6:30pm – 11pm.
$265 pp – tickets limited. Tables of 4 minimum.
Book via info@calderaestate.com or phone Bridget on 021 402 071
RAWA 26 - Readers and Writers Akaroa
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A biennial festival that brings together a community of readers and writers in an intimate regional festival where people can engage with, and learn from the best authors in New Zealand.
Run Akaroa
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Join us for an unforgettable experience in the beautiful Akaroa Harbour. Each course hugs the rim of an ancient volcano; over looking the sparkling waters of the Akaroa Harbour to the right, and the South Pacific Ocean to the left.
Social Board Game Evening
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Every Wednesday from 6pm at Akaroa Stargazing, 2/8 Rue Balguerie, Akaroa.
$5 Entry – Max 8 Players.
RSVP essential. Email info@akaroastargazing.com or text 021 0243 0328.
The 19th International Akaroa Music Festival
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3rd–11th January 2026
From chamber music and opera to jazz, virtuosic fireworks, and the exuberant spirit of the Roaring Twenties. Celebrate the next generation of talent in our Powerhouse series, or get a glimpse behind the scenes in our public masterclasses.
Tuesday Twilight Golf
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All welcome.
Twilight Golf every Tuesday night from November to March.
Tee off 4-4.30pm.
$5 Member $10 Visitors