IMPORTANT UPDATE – COCO SCREENING CANCELLED Unfortunately, due to some unexpected technical difficulties, we have had to make the difficult decision to cancel tomorrow's screening of Coco at the Royal Theatre. We are really sorry to disappoint everyone, especially the little ones who were looking forward to a Halloween movie afternoon! Thank you to everyone who supported the event and helped spread the word. We really appreciate our wonderful local community.
Raetihi - Centre of Events
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.
Ruapehu Cultural Festival at the Raetihi Primary School - 5 November, 2026Education based festival showcasing Kapa Haka & Ngā Mea. CTatau whakamua ki ngā whakangahau ā kura, nō reira kia mau, PŪKANA DEEE!!! The countdown is set, and we are 25 days out from the Ruapehu Cultural Festival at the Raetihi Primary School Hei konā whānau mā🖤❤️
Raetihi Christmas Parade and Carnival - December 12, 2026 December is always a wonderful month, and Christmas is a wonderful time of the year. We look forward to the 2026 parade and all of the great food and other fun things to do on the day!
Raetihi Country MarketOn the third Saturday of every month, the community comes together at The Centre to socialize, check out the stalls, and have a chat at the Raetihi Country Market.
Ride Holidays Raetihi GutbusterRaetihi Gutbuster blends iconic Ruapehu road cycling and running challenges with true rural hospitality. Choose the Raetihi 88, 52km ride, Valley Spin, Half Marathon, or 5km Ramble. We look forward to seeing you again in 2027!
Waimarino Rodeo We look forward to seeing you again in 2027! A&P Showground Valley Road Raetihi. Since 1951, an action packed weekend of roping, riding, wrestling and testing our cowboy skills. Conditions: No Dogs. No Glass. No Cross Entry
Spring 2027- Waimarino A&P ShowHome to one of New Zealand’s oldest grandstands and with Mt Ruapehu as a stunning backdrop, the historic town of Raetihi hosts the annual Waimarino Agricultural & Pastoral Show.
2027 - Blazing Hills Trail Run - WalkWhat a scorcher of a day at Blazing Hills! A massive thank you to everyone who came out to run, walk, climb, crawl, and conquer the hills around Raetihi. Now the team is taking a well-earned wee rest… but don’t worry — Blazing Hills will be back. In the meantime, you can check out how everyone went here: 👉 Results: https://barefootsport.bbtiming.com/event/1314/results 📩 Keep an eye on your emails over the next few days — we’ll be sharing event photos, a short survey, and a post-event wrap-up. Thanks again for being part of it. Until next time… keep those legs moving. 🔥
Raetihi Primary School - Puanga Night MarketA lively night celebration filled with glowing food stalls, food trucks, homemade crafts children's activities and local music that brightens every Puanga Night Market
Bev Hiscox Spring Bulb Show Hosted by the Garden Club Raetihi/Ohakune Garden Club every spring. Hope to see you again in 2027!
Waimarino Art AwardsWe'll see you in Raetihi again in two years! Next year's show is in Taumaranui, and we hope to see you there!
