Bream bay events 2019

The Beach & Boat Fishing Competition, Marsden Cove Marina, February 2019. The largest snapper fishing event in the southern hemisphere, this annual competition attracts anglers from all over. Weighed fish are sold to the hungry hoards, with proceeds going to charity. Camping is available on site. beachandboat.co.nz

Sunday Markets. There are two long-standing markets in Bream Bay. The Waipu Boutique Market is held 9am-1pm on the second Sunday of the month at the Waipu Coronation Hall. The Marsden Cove Market is held 9am-1pm on the third Sunday of the month at the Marsden Cove Marina. Both boast a variety of handmade crafts, local goods, fanciful foods and creative artists. On Facebook.

The Waipu Highland Games, 1 January 2019. The grand dame of

Bream Bay events, The Waipu Highland Games have been entertaining crowds for 148 years. A celebration of all things Celtic, with dancing, athletic feats, bagpipes, drumming and, of course, shortbread. waipugames.co.nz

Winter in Waipu, June - July 2019. Who says all of the fun must be had during summer? The 2018 winter festival hosted Tarts in Tartan netball, Men in Kilts rugby, a milking competition, a pet parade, games of golf and the annual Art ‘n' Tartan Wearable Arts Awards. waipu.kiwi

Interislander Summer Festival Ruakaka Races, Ruakaka, January

2019. Pack the picnic blanket and chilly bin, this family-friendly day out is a highlight of the summer social calendar. The beachside Ruakaka Racecourse must be one of the most scenic courses in the country

– a good distraction should race outcomes not be favourable. theraces.co.nz