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Upcoming Events
Ōtepoti New Years Eve
31 December
Ring in the New Year with an unforgettable night of music, food and entertainment with a special kids countdown show at 8:30pm. MC Jesse Mulligan will kick off the celebration with his trademark humour and energy at 6:00pm.
MTBNZ National Series
11-12 January
MTBNZ National series Downhill and Cross Country round 1 comes to Ōtepoti, Dunedin. Over two days New Zealand's top XC athletes and downhill racers will take on the Signal Hill tracks. Spectating spots available directly from the Signal Hill Reserve carpark or a short walk up the hill.
Brighton Gala Day
19 January
Taking place at Brighton Domain the Gala Day features amusement rides, entertainment, and more than 150 stalls featuring crafts and food right by the seaside. A fun day out for the whole family. Free admission to the public. 10am - 5pm.
Burns Night at Toitu
25 January
Kick your heels up to mark the 50th anniversary of Dunedin and Edinburgh’s sister city relationship while also celebrating the birthday of esteemed poet Robert Burns. Enjoy traditional food and drink with lively entertainment.
Chinese Cultural Festival
29 January - 9 February
A multi-day spectacular will take place to welcome the Year of the Snake and celebrate the city’s long standing Chinese connections. Over 10 days the whole city will come alive as streets and business are adorned in Chinese lanterns and a calendar of events kicks off.
Freestyle Kings
31 January
Join the Freestyle Kings in Dunedin and witness the greatest display of skill, fearlessness, and pure excitement ever assembled. From double black flips, front flips, BMX triple backflips and even a world-first stunt.
George Street Market
8 February
An exciting new event is set to transform the beautifully redeveloped central city into a vibrant and buzzing bazaar. Retailers, stallholders, eateries, food trucks, artisans and performers will come together for the inaugural George Street Market on 8 February.
Lobofest
15 February
Experience an amazing day of music and good vibes at Lobofest's 10th anniversary edition. With Katchafire headlining and a stellar lineup of local artists, this is not one you want to miss!
Current Exhibitions
RELICS
Tūhura Otago Museum
30 November - 27 April 2025
Tūhura Otago Museum is excited to bring this immersive exhibition, RELICS: A New World Rises, created by Australian LEGO® Masters Jackson Harvey and Alex Towler, to Otago.