Events

Events

Head to Event Central! Ruapehu has trail running, mountain biking, art, historical and environmental events. From multi-sport adventure racing and market days, to what's happening at the National Army Museum, discover all the events that are on in Ruapehu.

Ohakune 5K Ohakune 5K
Ohakune 5K

Ohakune 5K

07 Jan - 30 Dec 23 Mangawhero Walkway, Ohakune

Ohakune 5K is a free, weekly community 5km walk, jog or run – all abilities welcome!

Tea Tuesdays at Wild Forest Collective Tea Tuesdays at Wild Forest Collective
Tea Tuesdays at Wild Forest Collective

Tea Tuesdays at Wild Forest Collective

06 Jun - 05 Dec 23 Wild Forest Collective, Ohakune

Tea Tuesdays is a space to celebrate, learn and enjoy the benefits and knowledge about the world of herbal teas.

Auschwitz. Now. Auschwitz. Now.
Auschwitz. Now.

Auschwitz. Now.

01 Sep - 01 Apr 24 National Army Museum, State Highway 1 Waiouru

“Auschwitz. Now.” is the latest exhibition from the Holocaust and Antisemitism Foundation, Aotearoa New Zealand.

Mt Ruapehu School Holiday Crew Mt Ruapehu School Holiday Crew
Mt Ruapehu School Holiday Crew

Mt Ruapehu School Holiday Crew

23 Sep - 08 Oct 23 Mt Ruapehu

A holiday programme that runs Monday to Friday, each week!

Waimarino Art Awards Waimarino Art Awards
Waimarino Art Awards

Waimarino Art Awards

07 Oct - 14 Oct 23 Theatre Royal, Raetihi

Working in partnership with Raetihi arts collective Volcano Vibe we plan to host a number of arts-based events

Ohakune Blues and Roots Ohakune Blues and Roots
Ohakune Blues and Roots

Ohakune Blues and Roots

07 Oct 23 Ohakune Junction, Ohakune

Feel the soul-stirring melodies and embrace the rhythm of Blues & Roots: Live in Ohakune this October!

The Goat Tongariro Adventure Run The Goat Tongariro Adventure Run
The Goat Tongariro Adventure Run

The Goat Tongariro Adventure Run

20 Jan - 21 Jan 24 Tongariro National Park

The Goat is an exhilarating adventure run and will be celebrating their 20th Anniversary in 2024!

Tussock Traverse - Ruapehu Trail Festival Tussock Traverse - Ruapehu Trail Festival
Tussock Traverse - Ruapehu Trail Festival

Tussock Traverse - Ruapehu Trail Festival

03 Feb 24 Tongariro National Park

The Tussock Traverse is a 32km run or walk event that is celebrating their 20th anniversary!

Waimarino A&P Show Waimarino A&P Show
Waimarino A&P Show

Waimarino A&P Show

17 Feb - 18 Feb 24 Raetihi Show Grounds, 26 Parapara Road Raetihi

Located just off the beaten path, Waimarino A & P Show is worth the adventure to get there. Just bring yourself—we’ll handle the rest.

T42 T42
T42

T42

04 May 24 Tongariro National Park

A beautiful adventure. Trail run, walk or mountain bike in the central plateau.