Upcoming Events
Royal New Zealand Ballet The Nutcracker
21 - 22 November
Summer 2025 will be celebrated with a new production of the most beloved ballet classic, The Nutcracker. Presented by The Royal New Zealand Ballet.
St Andrews Day
The Octagon
23 November
Dunedin's St Andrew's Day event celebrates the cities Scottish heritage and sister city relationship between Dunedin and Edinburgh. With music, dance, food and games for the entire family.
Christmas Weekend
29 November - 31 November
Fill your stockings and your calendar with a weekend full of festive events, unmissable deals and family entertainment.
Z Manu World Champs
Steamer Wharf
30 November
The Z Manu World Champs will make a big splash in Dunedin as dive bombers from around the region take over the Otago Harbour. The Dunedin Qualifier is the first competition of the series.
Jimmy Carr Laughs Funny
8 January
Jimmy Carr is going back on tour with his brand-new show ‘Jimmy Carr: Laughs Funny’. Two shows on the 8 January, 7:00pm and 9:30pm at the Dunedin Town Hall.
International Women's Hockey
21 - 25 January
Dunedin is set to host the international women’s Four Nations tournament, the Vantage Black Sticks Summer of Hockey, which will see the New Zealand Vantage Black Sticks, Korea, Japan and USA battle it out for glory at Alexander McMillan Hockey Centre in 2026.
New Zealand Masters Games
31 January - 8 February
Dunedin is turning into the ultimate sporting playground with over 50 sports and live entertainment. Whether you’re a medal chaser, social starter, or just in it for the memories there is a place for you here.
Dunedin Chinese Cultural Festival
15 February - 3 March
Experience the vibrancy of Lunar New Year in Ōtepoti Dunedin. Whether you're visiting from across the country or across the globe, this is a special time to explore Dunedin’s cultural heartbeat and join locals in welcoming the new year.