No matter what time of year you're visiting Queenstown there's sure to be an event that appeals. Food and wine is a popular theme, with plenty grown and produced in the region. Sporting events are on every week. Local arts and music events often have a strong local flavour, and you can also catch the best international acts in world-class venues.
Click on a subheading below, to find out what's on in Queenstown that’s right for you.

Queenstown Farmer’s Market
Every Saturday morning from Saturday 12th Dec – Saturday 27th March 2010:

For a great selection of fresh, seasonal and local produce; including fruit & vegetables, cheeses, breads, farm bacon, flowers, herbs, free range eggs, honey, chocolates, wild rabbit, coffee and much more.

Big Chill Out - Live Music by the River

Date: 29 Jan 2012

Cavells Cafe and Bar are hosting an afternoon of free music. Bring the family and a rug to sit on and relax in the sunshine to the sounds of Fusion Jazz & Blues. Fully licenced bar and free parking.

Overlooking the Shotover River in Arthurs Point, Cavells Café and Bar are hosting the BIG CHILL OUT. Your chance to sit back and relax with a beer or wine and chill out to the sounds of live music. Bring your family down for an afternoon in the sun while you eat, drink play and chill out to some relaxing Sunday tunes.
Pets welcome, family friendly and plenty of free parking

Central Otago Pinot Noir Celebration 2012

Dates: 26 Jan 2012 - 28 Jan 2012

Queenstown, New Zealand, will again play host to the Central Otago Pinot Noir Celebration - an event that has established itself as a must-do date on the international Pinot Noir calendar.

If you love Pinot Noir then this event is a must!  Leading wine writers and commentators and wine and food enthusiasts from around the world come together annually for one of New Zealand’s premier wine events - an informative fun-filled two-day programme of Central Otago’s best wine, cuisine and sights.

Listen to commentary from some of the world’s key influencers on Pinot Noir, share views with Central Otago’s top winemakers and partake in fine cuisine from New Zealand’s leading chefs whilst enjoying the breathtaking Central Otago backdrop.

Website:  www.pinotcelebration.co.nz

Arrowtown Autumn Festival - April:

The Arrowtown Autumn Festival celebrates its 25th anniversary this year and has a wide range of events on offer for all ages. With over 70 events to chose from with 75% free of charge.
The Autumn Festival continues to work with the community to offer great events free of charge or at a great ticket price. The main festival day on Saturday incorporates great entertainment with a fantastic market day and an amazing parade.

Millbrook Golf Masters:

The 7th Annual Millbrook Masters is one of the most eagerly awaited amateur golf events attracting an international field of golfers. The event is staged over a week at Millbrook Resort.

Winter Festival - 26th June – 5th July 2009:

The Queenstown Winter Festival is a 10-day non-stop programme of over 60 events encompassing sport, art, music, comedy, food, wine the wacky, the zany and everything in between.

Gay Ski Week NZ - 29th August – 6th September 2009:
 
New Zealand’s South Island resort of Queenstown will live up to its name when hundreds of gay men and women arrive from all over the world to celebrate Gay Ski Week NZ now in our 7th year.

War birds over Wanaka - 2nd April – 4th April 2010:

War birds Over Wanaka International Air show 2010 will be a must-see air show.
For three days over Easter, Lake Wanaka will become centre-stage for an extravaganza of aerial action that will delight aviation buffs, families and those wanting a superb day’s entertainment. At War birds Over Wanaka you are so close to the continuous action you feel like you are in the pilot's seat.