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Summerdaze

Kāhau Raumati

Summerdaze is a collection of events happening district-wide over the summer months.  It’s all about encouraging residents and visitors to enjoy the outdoors, celebrate their neighbourhood and spend time with each other.  

Summerdaze 2024/25 is almost here! We've got a series of Summer BBQs, Rainbow Runs and a Teddy Bears Picnic on the way, full details available soon. 

Quick links

Night 'n Day Rainbow Runs

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Picnic in the Park

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Night 'n Day Rainbow Runs

The Night ‘n Day Rainbow Run’s in Wānaka and Frankton, on 22 and 23 November respectively, will officially launch this year’s Summerdaze programme of fun events organised or supported by Queenstown Lakes District Council (QLDC).

Wānaka Rainbow Run

The Wānaka Rainbow Run will take place at Eely point and we'll have a handy map of the event ready in the coming week. Here's a snapshot of the event details

Location: Eely Point

Time: 22 November from 5.00pm

Buy tickets at sportotago.co.nz

Wear black or white to get the full burst of colour.

Map of the run!

Queenstown Rainbow Run

The Queenstown Rainbow Run will take place at Frankton Recreation Reserve. We'll have a map ready in the coming week. Here's a snapshot of the event details.

Location: Frankton Recreation Reserve

Time: 23 November from 11.00am

Buy tickets at sportotago.co.nz

Wear black or white to get the full burst of colour.

Map of the run!

Picnic in the Park BBQs

Community Fun Across the Upper Clutha and Queenstown!

Come along to the Summerdaze BBQs – a series of free, family-friendly events happening across the district!  These relaxed, fun-filled afternoons are perfect for connecting with friends, whānau, and community leaders. The Summerdaze BBQs will have something for everyone, with a fantastic line-up of activities to make the day extra special. 

What to expect:

  • Games Trailer – Packed with fun activities for all ages.

  • Sports Central – Bringing active games and sports to keep everyone moving.

  • Pop-Up Library – A chance to browse and borrow books for all ages.

  • Face Painting – Adding a splash of colour for the tamariki.

  • BBQ by Community Link – Enjoy a delicious sausage sizzle cooked up by our community team.

  • Meet Your Councillors and Board Members – Have an informal chat about open consultations and the future of our community.

  • All Queenstown events will be supported by The Lightfoot Initiative bringing OneBike to join the Picnic in the Park series with a fun bike obstacle course for kids! They'll provide a selection of bikes for the event, but you’re welcome to bring your own. OneBike rescues, repairs, and rehomes bikes within the community. If you're looking for a bike or have one to donate, please stop by and chat with us on the day!

Event Schedule:

  • Wednesday 27 November – McMurdo Park Playground (Postponement: Tuesday 3 December)

  • Wednesday 4 December – Hanley’s Farm Playground (Postponement: Tuesday 10 December)

  • Wednesday 19 February – Makarora Primary School (Postponement: Tuesday 25 February)

  • Wednesday 26 February – Hopkins Street Playground, Luggate (Postponement: Tuesday 4 March)

  • Wednesday 12 March – Lower Shotover Skatepark (Postponement: Tuesday 18 March)

All events run from 3.00–5.00pm, except Makarora will kick things off at 2.30pm. 

Bring the kids after school for an afternoon of games, face painting, and good food, all while connecting with the community.