What's on

Twizel Native Trail

We've teamed up with some creative locals to create a mosaic critter trail in the Market Place. Download this map and see if you can find all 20 creatures native to Te Manahuna!

Twizel Gold Coin Jumble Sale

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11 July

Remember when every small town had a jumble sale?

This Matariki weekend, we're bringing back the tradition with the Twizel Gold Coin Jumble Sale – a community day full of bargains, baking, and good old-fashioned community spirit.

With many families feeling the impact of rising living costs, this event is all about helping people pick up useful items at affordable prices while supporting a great local cause.

Everything is $2 or less!

Supporting the Twizel Community Hub:

Funds raised from stall registrations, raffles, food sales, and donations will support the development of the new Twizel Community Hub – a permanent home for:

Twizel Community Care Centre
Twizel Community Library
Twizel Radio
Community services and meeting spaces

Register today: tpda@twizel.info

Mr Twizel

Saturday, 1 August

Registrations are now open for the inaugural Mr Twizel competition!

This is a fundraiser for the new Twizel Area School playground, proudly brought to you by MOW Bar and the Home and School Committee.

NZ Mountain Film Festival

22 and 29 August

The NZ Mountain Film Festival is back for 2026 and better than ever!

This year we will be screen two different film packages over two weekends in August. Stay tuned for more information!

Prostate Cancer Fundraiser

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5 September

Spots for this tournament are filling up surprisingly fast!

Register today: lark13@hotmail.co.nz

Tee off at 12pm - meal provided afterwards.

Support great charities, great prizes, great hospitality

Ōhau Green Steam

13 September

Can you get to the mountain under your own steam?

Join us for the second annual Ōhau Green Steam on Sunday, 13 September 2026 and challenge yourself to reach Ōhau without using a car.

Whether you choose to walk, run, cycle, ski-tour, or combine methods, Green Steam is all about embracing active transport, reducing emissions, and enjoying the journey as much as the destination.

Last year a small but determined group took on the challenge. This year we're opening registrations for just 20 participants, so get in early to secure your place.

What is Green Steam?

Participants travel to Ōhau under their own steam, celebrating sustainable recreation and the incredible landscapes of the Mackenzie Basin and Waitaki region.

This is not a race. It's a personal challenge and a community adventure.

Event Details:

Sunday, 13 September 2026
Lake Ōhau / Ōhau Snow Fields
Further event information provided upon registration

Entry Limit

Entries are strictly limited to 20 participants.

Women's Golf Tournament

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24 September

Register today: benohaugolf@xtra.co.nz

Morning tea at 9am. Tee off at 10am.

Prizes and raffles available!

Breast Cancer Fundraiser

25-27 September

Small Town. Big Creativity.

Join us for the inaugural Twizel Arts Festival – a vibrant weekend celebrating creativity in the heart of the Mackenzie.

Across three days, Twizel will come alive with workshops, performances, exhibitions, markets and interactive experiences that showcase the incredible talent of our community and visiting artists.

Whether you're a passionate artist, an enthusiastic beginner, or simply looking for a fantastic weekend out, there's something for everyone.

Festival Highlights:

Art Exhibition

Pottery Workshops with Nikki Wallace-Bell

Landscape Photography Workshop with Jeff Ng

Weaving Workshops with Evita

Craft Market

Self-Guided Street Art Trail

Community Showcase Evening

Lakes Ballet Performance

Highland Dancers

Community Wearable Arts Show