NZ Superbike Championships
Experience the thrill of superbike racing at the NZ Superbike Championships at Levels Raceway. Watch some of New Zealand’s top motorcycle racers battle it out on the track, with high-speed action and exciting racing across multiple classes.
Trust Aoraki Thunder Down Under Super Trucks
Three days of epic super truck racing at Timaru’s Levels Raceway. This is one of the biggest racing events of the year with plenty of entertainment for the whole family.
Seaside Festival
A celebration of all things summer, the Seaside Festival takes place at Caroline Bay showcasing sand sculpture, rides, inflatables, movies, and huge fabulous kites.
Gintastic South Canterbury
Sip on expertly crafted gin cocktails, indulge in tasty food and soak up the festival atmosphere. Plus, you’ll have the chance to take home a bottle (or more) to add to your collection. Hosted at the breathtaking HiltonView, with sweeping views of the countryside and the Southern Alps, this is the ultimate summer celebration of gin, food, music and love.
Juice Products New Zealand Open – World Tennis Tour: Timaru
An incredible chance to watch professional tennis live for FREE at the Trust Aoraki Tennis Centre, with finals weekend tickets available. This tennis tournament welcomes the rising stars of international tennis, for a week of world-class tennis.
Caroline Bay Rock & Hop
The Caroline Bay Rock and Hop is organised by The Hospice South Canterbury and is a show for all cars, caravans and motorbikes — from modern to vintage, from classic to muscle, from Japanese to English. This show is for everyone.
Phone:
027 860 7471Date:
March
Timaru CBD Matariki Night Market
The Timaru CBD Matariki Night Market sees Timaru’s main street transformed into a celebration for this special time in the Māori calendar.
SCOFF (South Canterbury Outstanding Food Festival)
SCOFF is 17 day festival in September celebrating South Canterbury’s outstanding food; the eateries, the growers, producers, and artisan creators, from the Pacific Ocean to Aoraki/Mount Cook.
WishCon
Step into a world of gaming, cosplay and pop culture at WishCon Timaru, a family-friendly convention. Enjoy board games, trading card tournaments, collectibles, vendors, cosplay and interactive activities, with opportunities to connect with fellow fans and try something new.
The Coastal
The Coastal is a celebration of scenery, challenge, and community – with a rolling course that starts and finishes at the iconic Caroline Bay.
It’s a unique running and walking event, with 5km, 10km, and Half Marathon options, each offering running and walking categories.
South Island Masters Games
The South Island Masters Games comes to Timaru every second year and is a sporting and social experience not to be missed.
Proving age is no barrier to enjoying sport, the Games feature a wide range of activities and attract thousands of competitors from across country.
Timaru Ten
The Timaru Ten is a popular running event bringing together runners of all ages and abilities for a fun, active day in Timaru. With 10km and 5km races, plus a Kids’ Mile, it’s a great opportunity to get moving, enjoy the atmosphere and community spirit.
Brews on the Bay
Caroline Bay will come alive with an afternoon of tasty food and beverage. Sample and enjoy a range of beer & cider from regional and local producers along with great music.
Geraldine Summer Fete
Bursting with hundreds of high quality stalls, the Geraldine Fete attracts visitors from every corner of New Zealand.
Great timing to get that Christmas list ticked off! Wander around Stover’s beautiful garden while listening to live music, enjoying a Pimms & soaking up the relaxed atmosphere.
Get to the Point
A family fun day featuring market stalls, traction engine and steam train rides, dog trials, shearing competitions, music, food and games.
The Harcourts Geraldine Festival
The Harcourts Geraldine Festival is a free community event showcasing all things Geraldine.
Held over three days, the festival features hundreds of stalls, live music, workshops and exhibitions.
Make a weekend of it in beautiful Geraldine!
4 & Rotary South Island Champs
4 & Rotary South Island Champs is a car lovers dream! It’s New Zealand’s premier automotive and lifestyle event featuring show & shine events, drifting, drag races and much more!
Twilight Night Market
Get ready for a great night out with the family and friends celebrating the start of the festive season! With over 60 stalls, you’ll find plenty to enjoy from gifts and Christmas decorations to tasty food and local treats. Stallholders are excited to welcome you back for another fun evening at The Exchange. Come along, explore and enjoy the atmosphere of this much-loved community event!
Southern Classic
Experience the thrill of classic motorsport at the Southern Classic, where historic race cars hit the track at Levels Raceway. Enjoy a weekend of high-speed action, impressive vehicles and motorsport nostalgia as drivers showcase these iconic vehicles in an exciting celebration of racing.
Date:
November & February
Christmas on the Bay
A fun family Christmas concert held every year at the Caroline Bay Soundshell. Celebrate the festive season with music, family entertainment, delicious food, Santa and community spirit at Caroline Bay – the best way to kick off your holiday season.
Caroline Bay Carnival
The iconic Caroline Bay Carnival is 16 days of family entertainment, with carnival rides, live concerts and competitions. The Pub Charity New Year’s Eve fireworks display is a favourite way for families to welcome the New Year.