Bay of Islands Walking Weekend - Based in Russell, there are over 18 walks to choose from, all walks leave from Russell and for the more adventurous among us, you can take a trip on a boat out to some of our fabulous islands where some of the walks are based. This is going to be […]
Nestled in the stunning Bay of Islands, Paihia and New Zealand’s first capital Russell, set the scene for the Bay of Islands Classic – the sixth of seven events in the New Zealand Ocean Swim Series. Consisting of three different swim events, the Bay of Islands Classic provides an ocean swim event for all ages […]
Weet-Bix Kids TRYathlon gives Kiwi kids a chance to be a part of a major event, complete a significant challenge, have fun and feel a real sense of accomplishment. The Weet-Bix Kids TRYathlon in the Bay of Islands is located at Waitangi adjacent to the Treaty Grounds. The event will start with a swim in […]
Saturday April 8th and Sunday April 9th Waitangi Kaihoe Waka Ama Clubs’ First regatta - We welcome you to a festival of Waka involving Waka Ama and traditional Waka paddlers. This is a 2 day event, with races for all ages - sprints, short distances and a long race. There are races for the […]
Bay of Islands Beast Street party
Fun Trivia and Quiz Night! Great prizes, fundraising auctions, raffles and plenty of fun and games! Tickets only $25 per person to include a complimentary drink and finger food on arrival. Bar meals are available for purchase throughout the evening. Teams of 8, or individual tickets, we can team you up! A fast moving lively […]
Awesome bands Avalanche City....Tiki Taane....5k.....Ranitane Riots Along with mouthwatering food, award winning vineyards, beer and cider - we have lots of fun going on around the place - there are real kiwi competitions such as “Kina Sucking”, “Oyster Shucking and Eating” and of course “Pie Eating!” - we are in Pai-hia after all!! There […]
Enjoy a summer break in the ‘eternally sunny’ Bay of Islands with our crowd favourite ‘Bay of Islands Classic’. For the first time in the event’s 9 year history, the 3.3km ‘I’m Going Long’ course will be in reverse (starting at Paihia Beach, finishing in Russell) and as a Series first, a twilight swim! Russell […]
Enjoy a range of family friendly free events during the long summer holidays - watch this space for a full schedule!
The BAY OF ISLANDS MUSIC FESTIVAL is serving up an amazing mix of international and New Zealand roots, soul, funk and blues this Easter. The event takes place on Sat 31 March 2018 at the Copthorne Hotel and Resort, a stunning waterfront location adjacent to the Waitangi Treaty Grounds. The first announcement features roots superstar […]
