It’s getting cold here, but Winter doesn’t officially start in Queenstown until the fireworks erupt over Lake Wakatipu.
Yes, it’s that time of year again and our town is busy preparing for the annual Winter Festival (WinterFest).
Yes, it’s that time of year again and our town is busy preparing for the annual Winter Festival (WinterFest).
WinterFest is a week jam-packed full of fun events, all to celebrate the beginning of the snow season. This year, it starts on the 22nd of June and finishes on the 1st of July. The Rees Hotel is participating as a one of the major accommodation partners.
As there is so much on it can be a little overwhelming to pick which events to attend, so to help your out here are some of my recommendations.
The American Express Opening Party, complete with fireworks display, is something you don’t want to miss! It will be held at the Earnslaw Park from 5.30pm with the fireworks scheduled at 7 pm. Of course there will be music to keep you entertained as well as food stands.
For families with children, Saturday 23rd of June is the perfect day to get the most from the festival. There will be a parade at 11am in the CBD. Auckland Airport Family Fun Day will be held at the Earnslaw Park afterwards. Free to enter or just watch, the More Fm Birdman competition promises to be “wet, wild and totally out of control!” See the madness unfold as fearless thrill-seekers in ridiculous costumes launch themselves off Queenstown Wharf into the freezing cold waters of Lake Wakatipu. This adrenaline-charged event captures the true spirit of the Adventure Capital of the World!
The evening on the 29th will be the first evening of the Coronet Peak Night Ski season. It is a very surreal experience to be on the mountain with music and night sky, even if you are not an avid skier! The night ski continues on the 30th and every Friday and Saturday throughout the season.
The big finale on the 1st of July is the Auckland Airport International Mardi Gras and it’s just as unmissable as the Opening Ceremony. Queenstown’s streets will be filled with people celebrating the beginning of Winter with plenty of music, a parade, food, fun and excitement.
The full programme will available at the Concierge Desk during the Festival for your convenience.
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