Masterton
Masterton is the largest town in Wairarapa region. Its special claim to fame is the annual Golden Shears shearing competition, which attracts top shearers from all over the country every March. Year round you can visit The Wool Shed, the National Museum of Sheep and Shearing. For more history and culture don't miss Aratoi, Wairarapa Museum of Art and History very close by.
Traditionally, Masterton has been a service centre for farmers, but these days its proximity to the Wairarapa wine industry is gradually changing the character of the town. If you’re staying for a night or two, you can visit Queen Elizabeth Park to enjoy the beautiful gardens.
Masterton also has a mini-golf course, swimming pool complex and bowling alley. Each Saturday the Wairarapa Farmers Market is held at 4 Queen Street North, behind the Farriers Bar & Eatery.
East of Masterton lies Castlepoint, a surf beach with protected swimming and a choice of walking tracks.
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Aratoi - Wairarapa Museum of Art and History, Masterton, WairarapaSun 15 Jul 2018 4:00PM / Music FestivalsAratoi & Grafia present Sarah Dill & Jhan Lindsay, two singer-songwriters at NZ Pacific Studio. Sarah Dill: http://www.sarahdillmusic.com/ Jhan Lindsay: http://www.jhanlindsay.com/ Doors open 3.30pm. Tickets $10 ... more -
Wairarapa College, Masterton, WairarapaFri 6 Jul 2018 7:00PM / Mind & BodyWith the outstanding success and popularity of TV2’s award winning series ‘Sensing Murder’, Kelvin has literally been swamped with people wanting to see him. Passing on messages from people who have died and ... more -
Majestic Theatre and Gaiety Hall, Masterton, WairarapaMon 16 Jul 2018 9:30AM / MusicalsSchool holiday fun! If you love performing already or would just love to develop more confidence, then this 3-day workshop is for you! Singing, dancing, movement and stagecraft are all included in this fun, ... more -
Trust House Theatre, Masterton, WairarapaFri 29 Jun 2018 7:00PM / TheatreThis quintessential Kiwi classic chronicles the friendship between a 12-year-old boy and the wild-limbed Firpo. Through the boy's eyes, we see the wonder of life on a perfect beach, in a perfect 1930s New Zealand, ... more -
Memorial Square, Carterton, WairarapaSun 14 Jan 2018 9:00AM / Markets and FairsCarterton Farmers' Market is a Sunday market held in the centre of the town from 9am in Memorial Square. Night Market on 16th June from 4pm at Carterton Events Centre! Buy locally grown, fresh veges, ... more -
Carterton Events Centre, Carterton, WairarapaSat 21 Jul 2018 7:30PM / FashionThe only upcycled fashion awards event in New Zealand We are passionate about making these sustainable Fashion Awards a successful national sustainable Event, and are delighted to again welcome our partner sponsor, ... more -
Our weekly pub quiz is held every Monday. It starts at 7pm and finishes by 9:30pm so it's not too late if you have a train to catch in the morning. It is bought to you by Believe It or Not. While a team of 4 to 6 ... more -
Edible Backyard, Ohau, HorowhenuaSat 30 Jun 2018 9:30AM / Family & LifestyleA workshop to boost your pruning confidence. Good pruning = good fruiting Compact, productive trees can happen. Though the best (and simplest) time to make this happen is when trees are young - wild and woolly ... more -
Brand new circus on its very first tour in New Zealand. KJ's "Cirque Grande" - all new circus sensation presents world-class acts from around the globe. It brings a fresh and exciting new look to the circus in ... more -
Otaki Public Library, Otaki, Kapiti CoastFri 20 Jul 2018 10:30AM / Children, Kids, HolidaysEver wondered what goes on inside the mind of a Robot? Come and meet Blue the fully automated humanoid robot. Blue responds to your questions, follows commands, and even dances. Can you spin a Shero? Have a go ... more -
Otaki Public Library, Otaki, Kapiti CoastTue 17 Jul 2018 2:30PM / Children, Kids, HolidaysThe Session starts with a rhythmical warm-up (physical/mental), preparing for a fun-filled introduction to- and exploration of a wide range of authentic/professional percussion instruments. Depending on the age, talent ... more -
Waikanae Public Library, Waikanae, Kapiti CoastMon 16 Jul 2018 10:30AM / Children, Kids, HolidaysJoin author/illustrator Paul Beavis for an illustration workshop like no other! Learn how to draw Mrs Mo’s Monster and as well as your own unique creation. Age: 7-10 Unleash your inner monster is part of Beyond ... more -
Waikanae Public Library, Waikanae, Kapiti CoastThu 19 Jul 2018 1:00PM / Children, Kids, HolidaysLegendary dancer and performer Sir Jon Trimmer Leading Guest Artist for the Royal New Zealand Ballet, introduces some of the much-loved stories of the ballet that have inspired generations of dancers and audiences around ... more -
Cossie Club, Upper Hutt, Wellington RegionThu 12 Jul 2018 7:00PM / RockThe Rock are proud to present The Feelers 25th Anniversary Tour. Twenty Five years ago James Reid and Hamish Gee formed one of our best-loved bands, The Feelers and started on a journey writing and recording some of the ... more -
Upper Hutt Pop-Up Library, Upper Hutt, Wellington RegionSun 15 Jul 2018 1:00PM / Children, Kids, HolidaysJoin Anna Bailey from String Bean Puppets for a puppet show about the struggle of native plant species against invasive weeds. Bookings are required, so don't miss out. Ages: all ages The Tree Friends is part of ... more -
Upper Hutt Pop-Up Library, Upper Hutt, Wellington RegionMon 16 Jul 2018 11:00AM / Children, Kids, HolidaysGet ready for the ballet and join us for frills and twirls at our ballet-themed craft session. Bookings are required, so don't miss out. Ages: 5+ Ballerina Art Craft is part of Beyond the Page, a literary ... more -
Upper Hutt Pop-Up Library, Upper Hutt, Wellington RegionMon 9 Jul 2018 2:00PM / Children, Kids, HolidaysHave an idea or story you want to tell or show? Fancy publishing your own book or magazine? Zines are handmade magazines that can be made by everyone. Come along to our Zine session to find out about Zines, and express ... more -
Upper Hutt Pop-Up Library, Upper Hutt, Wellington RegionFri 20 Jul 2018 11:00AM / Children, Kids, HolidaysWhether you're new to comics or an expert, explore the joys of sequential art with Sarah Laing. Bookings are required, so don't miss out. Ages: 10-13 Comics with Sarah Laing is part of Beyond the Page, a ... more -
HAPAI Building, Upper Hutt, Wellington RegionSat 7 Jul 2018 11:00AM / Children, Kids, HolidaysLove writing? Learn how to shape a powerful piece of writing and find a unique character voice to express it with NZ writer and author Mandy Hager. Registration required, so don't miss out. Ages: 10-13 Writing ... more -
HAPAI Building, Upper Hutt, Wellington RegionSat 14 Jul 2018 10:30AM / Children, Kids, HolidaysHear young author Ben Spies talk about his journey to publish books independently - and he'll teach you how to create, publish, and bind your own book. Bookings are required, so don't miss out. Ages: 7-12 Create ... more -
HAPAI Building, Upper Hutt, Wellington RegionSat 14 Jul 2018 10:30AM / Children, Kids, HolidaysHear young author Ben Spies talk about his journey to publish books independently - and he'll teach you how to create, publish, and bind your own book. Bookings are required, so don't miss out. Ages: 7-12 Create ... more
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HAPAI Building, Upper Hutt, Wellington RegionTue 17 Jul 2018 2:00PM / Children, Kids, HolidaysEver wondered what goes on inside the mind of a Robot? Come and meet Blue the fully automated humanoid robot. Blue responds to your questions, follows commands, and even dances. Can you spin a Shero? Have a go ... more
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