Festival of Colour, Southern Lakes, 12th - 17th April
The Southern Lakes Festival of Colour is a biennial celebration of the arts. Six exciting days and nights of astounding performances and inspiring exhibitions set against the spectacular autumnal backdrop of the Southern Lakes.
The Festival is based in Wanaka in the South Island of New Zealand, but also reaches out to the wider region. In 2011 there are performances in Queenstown, Luggate, Hawea, Cromwell and Glenorchy. This is one of the most beautiful areas of the South Island, so a visit is highly recommended.
Festival Highlights
This year's highlights include:
- Music from the The Phoenix Foundation, Michael Houstoun, Anna Coddington and Micheline
- Two world premiere theatre shows, Riverside Drive by Graeme Tetley and Rita and Douglas.
- Central and South American dance troupe – tango, chachacha, lambada and more
- Programme of debate, discussion and ideas
- Art exhibitions, street performances and schoolfest
For more information, visit the Festival of Colours Web site.
Other Things to Do
Queenstown is regarded as the 'Adventure Capital of New Zealand' with its almost legendary bungy jumping, jet boating, hiking, wineries, winter sports, lake and mountain scenery. Often billed as an adrenalin junkie's dream destination, Queenstown has a host of activities on offer. Wanaka is just a short drive away but offers a more relaxed, less frenetic atmosphere whilst still offering a wide range of activities for the all the family in a beautiful mountainous setting.
Southern Lakes Accommodation
The Festival of Colours is based in Wanaka, but accommodation is also available in the nearby towns. Follow the links below for your options:
