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!

Raetihi Arts Exhibition Raetihi Arts Exhibition
Raetihi Arts Exhibition

Raetihi Arts Exhibition

25 Mar - 25 Apr 23 Raetihi Arts Trust Gallery, 59 Seddon St Raetihi

Potter John Williams is returning to the Raetihi Arts Gallery with a new exhibition of works

Ohakune Carrot Rocket Launch Ohakune Carrot Rocket Launch
Ohakune Carrot Rocket Launch

Ohakune Carrot Rocket Launch

01 Apr 23 Ohakune Carrot Adventure Park, 4A Rangataua Road, Ohakune 4625

Come one, come all, to Ohakune’s Carrot Rocket Launch on 1st April 2023

The Big Bike Film Night The Big Bike Film Night
The Big Bike Film Night

The Big Bike Film Night

06 Apr 23 Powederhorn Chateau, 194 Mangawhero Terrace, Ohakune

Let the good times roll!

Ohakune Beer Festival Ohakune Beer Festival
Ohakune Beer Festival

Ohakune Beer Festival

08 Apr - 09 Apr 23 3 Rimu Street Ohakune

Beer festival in the heart of the Ruapehu district.

DIY Comedy Presents A One Night Stand DIY Comedy Presents A One Night Stand
DIY Comedy Presents A One Night Stand

DIY Comedy Presents A One Night Stand

15 Apr 23 The Royal Theatre, 25 Seddon Street, Raetihi

A comedy night like no other at Royal Raetihi

Raetihi Gut Buster Raetihi Gut Buster
Raetihi Gut Buster

Raetihi Gut Buster

22 Apr 23 Meeting outside Waimarino Museum, 101 Seddon Street Raetihi

It's not too late to plan a 'long' weekend. Be part of ride/run the Gut Buster Challenge - Saturday 22nd April

T42 T42
T42

T42

06 May 23 Tongariro National Park

A BEAUTIFUL ADVENTURE TRAIL RUN, WALK & MOUNTAIN BIKE IN THE CENTRAL PLATEAU

Ohakune Carrot Carnival Ohakune Carrot Carnival
Ohakune Carrot Carnival

Ohakune Carrot Carnival

03 Jun 23 Ohakune Junction, Ohakune

Back again for 2023 the iconic Carrot Carnival will be held at the Ohakune Junction

Ohakune Mardi Gras 2023 Ohakune Mardi Gras 2023
Ohakune Mardi Gras 2023

Ohakune Mardi Gras 2023

24 Jun 23 Ohakune Junction, Ohakune

Everyone’s favourite winter festival is BACK for 2023!