Raetihi Arts Trust GalleryThe John Williams pottery exhibition has now ended. Shortly the will be a display of work from Martin Law and a new exhibition from a Taumarunui artist in July.
Raetihi - Centre of Events

Raetihi Christmas CarnivalSat, 10th Dec 2022 9am-1pm (Parade start) Fun for all – stalls, raffles, food, live bands and lollies & games for the kids. click on Santa to download forms for both stalls and parade floats.

Raetihi Gutbuster Rides & Runs Saturday 22nd April 2023. Road rides, fun runs. Stunning scenery and challenging hill climbs with rural hospitality!

Waimarino Sheepdog Trials24th & 25th February 2023 3541 Parapara Road Raetihi. See the working skills of our rural canines as they compete for top dog.

Waimarino Art Awards 2023 Entries now openOctober 7th - 14th. Celebrating art and photography talent across the region. The annual awards are a showcase and a place to buy too.

Waimarino A&P Show18-19 February 2023. A&P Showground Valley Road Raetihi. Celebrating rural NZ since 1913. Produce. equestrian, wood chopping. Celebrating and connecting community

Raetihi Wild Food ChallengeSaturday March 4th 2023. Raetihi Cossie Club Seddon Street Raetihi. Annual showcase of local food and our people. Source, harvest and prepare.

Ruapehu Culture FestivalAnnual education based festival showcasing Kapa Haka & Ngā Mea. Celebrated in November. This years festival is on Thursday 17th November 2022
Our small community comes with a big heart, and welcoming arms. With events all year-around to engage, challenge, delight and connect, we look forward to welcoming you soon. If your group or organisation has a local event you would like us to showcase then please email us and let us know. raetihipromotions@raetihi.nz We'd be delighted to showcase it.