All Events

3rd - 5th September 2010, De Luxe Theatre, Church Street, Opotiki

Silent Film Festival

A series of silent classics are screened to live accompaniment on the theatre's grand piano. Cinema just like it was in the old days.

More information | TBC

17th,18th and 19th September 2010, Weigh in - Tataiahape Marae, Bells Road Waimana

Mataatua Iwi Challenge Open Pig Hunting Competition

This is a pig hunting competition with a difference. Aimed at getting iwi active with a traditional past time of pig hunting for the adults, and possuming to involve the tamariki. Due to popular demand this competition is also now open to the general public, so all you pig hunters grab an entry form and be in to win.

More information | Adults (Pig Hunting) $25 - Kids (Possums) Free

24th and 25th September 2010, Opotiki College, St John Street, Opotiki

Delamere Cup

Primary School Kapa Haka Competition

More information | TBC

2nd - 3rd October 2010, Memorial Park, St John Street, Opotiki

Muriwai Tournament

An annual sporting extravaganza of netball and rugby prominence.

More information | Free

9th October 2010, Princess Street Reserve, Opotiki

Mini Motu Kid's Duathlon

Calling all children aged from 2-14 you have the chance to show off your skills and burn up some energy on the Mini Motu Course.

More information | Map | TBC

9th October 2009, Opotiki

BayTrust Motu Challenge Multisport Event

BayTrust Motu Challenge Multisport Event is the 2nd largest Multisport Event in New Zealand. Be part of this professional race and not only test your ability but experience the beautiful scenery that the Eastern Bay of Plenty has on offer.

More information | Various see website for prices

9th October 2010, Prize giving and finish - Princess Street Reserve Opotiki

Scott Motu 160 Cycle Challenge

Calling all bikers! This new event will be run together with the Baytrust Motu Challenge multisport. You can enter either an individual or a two person team. The 65km mountain bike will be raced with the Motu Challenge competitors. Multisporters will then split off at Motu to complete their run, ride and paddle; while Motu 160 competitors will get straight onto their road bikes and cycle 90km back over Traffords Hill and down Waioeka gorge to Opotiki.

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22nd - 24th October, Slims Bar Opotiki

Howie's Super 4 Invitational

Labour Weekend 2010 will be another big weekend for Opotiki with the 2nd Howie’s Super 4 Invitational hunting competition added to the town’s traditional long weekend events.Opotiki won the inaugural event for 2009 and has hosting rights for the 2010 event. Get your team in and see if you can secure the 2011 event for your town. All details including rules and entry form found under more information.

More information | $500 per CLUB

30th October 2010, Gows Road, Opotiki

Opotiki Blue Light Trolley Derby

Opotiki Blue Light Trolley Derby is a very fun event so get your cart building specs, grab the kids and start construction. I promise you won't be dissappointed.

More information | School Age $5 - Adults $10

13th November 2010, Waioeka Domain, Cnr Gault and Otara Road, Opotiki

Radio 1xx Trash or Treasure

A bargin hunters delight. Buy, Sell or Trade there is something for everyone. Book your site now or simply come and enjoy.

More information | $2 entry,

December 2010 date TBC, Princess Street Reserve, Opotiki

Opotiki Christmas in the Park

Join in the Opotiki community spirit and celebrate christmas.

More information | TBC

27th December 2010 - 2nd January 2011, Waihau Bay, Eastcape

Waihau Bay Tuna Tournament

The Annual Waihau Bay Tuna Tournament is a hit with keen fishing enthusiast taking to the Waihau Bay waters. For more information please contact Christine

More information | TBC

28th December 2010, Opotiki Rodeo Grounds, St John Street, Opotiki

Annual Opotiki Rodeo

The Annual Opotiki Rodeo (Sponsored by: Whakatane Hunting and Fishing) is not to be missed. It features spectacular horse and western type events and is commended by the competing cowboys & girls to be one of the best in New Zealand.

More information | Map | Adult $15, Child $5, Family $35

18th - 19th March 2011, Opotiki College, St John Street, Opotiki

Opotiki Charity Concert

The 16th Opotiki Charity Concert. This show is recognised as one of the best Country Music events in New Zealand.

More information | Various