JANUARY
Thursday 4th BEAST OF A FEAST– MT MAUNGANUI
Beast of a Feast is scheduled to return, boasting fresh food, beer and music in the heart of Mt Maunganui. Enjoy a line-up of top New Zealand breweries and street food vendors, while relaxing your way into the New Year. For tickets and updates follow facebook.com/beastofafeast.
Saturday 6th TAIRUA SCHOOL WINE AND FOOD FESTIVAL
For nearly 25 years, Tairua School’s annual community fundraiser has been a staple on the Coromandel summer calendar. Come together over terrific music, sumptuous food, local wine and beer for one delicious afternoon outdoors. See tairuawineandfood.co.nz for more.
Saturday 6th GREAT FITZROY MUSSEL FEST
Devour the Great Barrier’s best mouthwatering mussels in mussel chowder, kebabs, fritters and more. Enjoy live entertainment and beautiful views over Port Fitzroy harbour, tipped as one of the best natural deep water harbours in New Zealand. Visit eventfinda.co.nz.
Saturday 20th BRIDGE PA WINE FESTIVAL
Eight wineries in the Bridge Pa Triangle Wine District will come together to run the Fourth Annual Bridge Pa Wine Festival. Wineries will be conveniently connected by bus, allowing attendees to visit multiple sites and soak up the action. Tickets are limited – visit bridgepatriangle.nz for more information about the day.