New Zealand enjoys a vast range of events, festivals and shows. From the British Lions Tour in 2005, to the New Zealand International Comedy Festival, to annual spring festivals, there is always something to see, attend or do in New Zealand.
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Archived New Zealand Events 2012

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New Zealand enjoys a vast range of events, festivals and shows. From the New Zealand International Comedy Festival to annual spring festivals. There is always something to see, attend or do in New Zealand.

Looking for a current event? You can also view our current New Zealand events.

Listed below are some of the past events that happened around New Zealand in 2012.

Archived Events

  • Speight's Coast to Coast Speight's Coast to Coast - 10th - 11th February 2012

    Since 1983 the Speight's Coast to Coast has led the way in adventure sports. This year the world's longest running multisport event celebrates its 30th anniversary. The Speight's Coast to Coast traverses the South Island of New Zealand from Kumara Beach on the Tasman Sea to Sumner Beach on the Pacific Ocean... (more)

  • World Buskers Festival World Buskers Festival - 19th - 29th January 2012

    The 2012 Stronger Christchurch WORLD BUSKERS FESTIVAL will be BIG! Hagley Park becomes BUSKER PARK from 19 - 29 January 2012. Not only a great setting but a easy way to experience some of the biggest and best comedians, acrobats, jugglers, daredevils, burlesque artists, aerialists... (more)

  • Methven Summer School Methven Summer School - 9th - 13th January 2012

    Registrations are now open and course brochures have already been distributed around Methven, surrounding districts and many parts of the country. Courses are offered on a first come, first served basis with an 'early bird' offer until the 25th November 2011, most class sizes are limited so don't delay in registering... (more)

  • Caroline Bay Carnival Caroline Bay Carnival - 26th December 2011 - 8th January 2012

    This summer the Carnival is expected to be as big as we celebrate 101 years with a variety of activities and entertainment including the amazing midnight New Years Eve fireworks display it is a must to see and an excellent night of family entertainment. Holidaymakers are treated to fairground style rides, free daily concerts... (more)

  • Just Seeka Avocado Cafe Competition Seeka Avocado Cafe Competition - 12th December 2011 - 14th January 2012

    Visit local restaurants and cafes between the 12th December to the 14th January to experience a dish that uses avocados as the major ingredient. The winning entry will be announced at the Katikati Avocado Wine and Food Festival. This year has 10 different establishments participating with a variety of dishes, from entrees to desserts... (more)

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