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Upcoming Events
Southern Sounds
19 September
Southern Sounds Spring music festival is back at Logan Park with a lineup boasting multi-genre talent, local and international.
New Zealand Young Writers Festival
2 - 4 October
Celebrate the cutting edge of contemporary literary practice in Ōtepoti Dunedin, with free events from voices of young writers aged 15-35.
Dunedin Craft Beer and Food Festival
27 - 28 November
Dunedin's iconic craft beer and food festival is back for 2026. Enjoy local, national and international craft beer, along side an impressive selection of food and live entertainment.
St Andrews Day
28 November
Dunedin's St Andrew's Day event celebrates the cities Scottish heritage and sister city relationship between Dunedin and Edinburgh. Held at First Church 10am - 3pm.
Z Manu World Champs
5 December
The Z Manu World Champs will make a big splash in Dunedin as dive bombers from around the region compete at Steamer Basin Wharf. The Dunedin Qualifier is the first competition of the series. Spectators gain free entry.
Blackcaps vs Sri Lanka ODI
22 January
New Zealand's own Blackcaps take on Sri Lanka in an exciting ODI match at the University of Otago's Oval.
Dunedin Chinese Cultural Festival
7 - 21 February
Experience the vibrancy of Chinese 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.
Highlanders Super Rugby
February - June
Experience the Highlanders and Super Rugby Pacific live at New Zealand’s first covered stadium. Hard hitting rugby action and live entertainment make these games an event you don’t want to miss.