Waimarino Sheepdog Trials23rd-25th February 2024. 3541 Parapara Road Raetihi. See the working skills of our rural canines as they compete for top dog.
Raetihi - Centre of Events
Raetihi Gutbuster Rides & Runs Saturday 27 April 2024. Road ride, half marathon & 5k fun runs. Stunning scenery and challenging hill climbs with rural hospitality!
Blazing Hills Trail Run - WalkSat 9 March 2024. Distances to suit all ages & abilities including the challenging 20.5km Trail Challenge.
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.
Waimarino A&P Show17-18 February 2024. A&P Showground Valley Road Raetihi. Celebrating rural NZ since 1913. Produce. equestrian, wood chopping. Celebrating and connecting community
The Royal Theatre Forthcoming events. A Tribute to Queen and the Bee Gees. Postponed - new date to be advised. Tickets on sale now.
Waimarino Rodeo16 - 17 March 2024. A&P Showground Valley Road Raetihi. Since 1951, an action packed weekend of roping, riding, wrestling and testing our cowboy skills.
Raetihi Christmas CarnivalDecember 2024. 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.
Ruapehu Culture FestivalAnnual education based festival showcasing Kapa Haka & Ngā Mea. Celebrated annually in November.
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.