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 …
Banana Boat Ocean Swim Series – BAY OF ISLANDS CLASSIC – SATURDAY 16 DECEMBER 2017 Read More »
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 …
7th July 2018 The Fullers Greatsights Bay of Islands BEAST on Saturday, 7 July 2018 is a super tough 7km course course over rolling countryside; navigating swamps, river crossings, a little bit of mud, some very steep hills and traverse rugged uneven terrain. The Bay of Islands Beast is designed to be tough but FUN, …
Its wild, wacky and so much fun!! Lots of fun leading up to the Birdman jump which is on Saturday. Some of the fun activities on are The ITM Corflute Boat Building, The Drag Race, The Wok Cook Off, Fancy Dress, spaghetti eating and more! The Birdman Jump itself is at 2pm. Awesome street entertainment! …
The Russell Birdman Festival in association with The Duke Tavern Read More »
Tastes of the North is back! Great food all with a Northland slant! Wine, beer and live music! Tickets on sale soon!
Stretch the legs and get away to the Bay of Islands for Walking Weekend. Whether you are looking to spruce up your training, test a new stomping ground or enjoy a weekend away with friends and family, Walking Weekend has something for everyone. With 18 walks to choose from over 3 days there is a …
We are introducing this exciting spectator and competition event to the Bay of Islands for several reasons – we have quite a few upcoming young sailors that are competing at a National level in Foiling and we have also been approached by international sailors to hold this regatta, whereby we are bringing the best in …
Waitangi 13 and 14th April There will be many hundreds of paddlers coming from all over the South Pacific and it's very much a participation event - 90% of the competitors are there to be part of it, rather than actively competing to win. There is a shorter distance race which is aimed very much at …
2019 NZ Stand Up Paddleboard National Race Championships Read More »
Copthorne Hotel and Resort, Thursday 25th July, 5.30pm All welcome
