Summer Events
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Summer Events
Our region is nestled amongst some spectacular landscapes and our events are a fantastic way to experience them. From guided walks, to four-wheel off-road driving, to snorkeling our stunning coastline, your Regional Parks Summer Events series has something for everyone.
Enjoy the bustling open days, feeding the eels, mountain biking or petting lambs while creating unforgettable memories for your whole whānau.
Pick an event that suits you and make sure it’s in your diary, so you don’t miss out on some of the best things your region has to offer!
COVID-19 cancellations/restrictions
Please check this website for any changes to events due to COVID-19 restrictions.
To ensure social distancing some events will be limited, and you’ll need to make a booking:
- Check out the event page
- Click on the booking button to secure your spot, if needed.
Stay up-to-date:
- Indicating that you’re ‘interested’ on Facebook will ensure you see updates. Note: this is not the same as booking a ticket.
- Check out the specific event page for up-to-date info
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Belmont 4WD Adventure Belmont Regional Park, Dry Creek entrance, Lower Hutt Saturday 15 January, 10am – 2pm Bookings required - $20 per person |
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Old Forest Guided Walk Wainuiomata Recreation Area, Whitcher Grove, Wainuiomata Sunday 16 January, 9am –1pm Free - Bookings required |
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Summer in the park DRIVE-IN MOVIE Battle Hill Farm Forest Park, Pāuatahanui Sunday 23 January Movie starts at 7pm Free |
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Taputeranga Community Snorkel Day with Mountain to Sea Wellington Princess Bay, Taputeranga Marine Reserve, Wellington Saturday 29 January, 10am – 2pm Free - Booking may be required |
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Mt Climie Adventure Trip Pakuratahi Forest, Upper Hutt Sunday 30 January Trip 1: 10.00am – 12.00pm, Trip 2: 12.30pm - 2.30pm $20 per person - Bookings required |
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Child vs Wild Kaitoke Kaitoke Regional Park, Pakuratahi Forks Area, Waterworks Road, SH2, Upper Hutt Saturday 12 February, 10am – 1pm Free - Bookings required |
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Bike the Remutaka Family Day Pakuratahi Forest, Incline Road, Upper Hutt Sunday 13 February, 10am – 3pm $10 per adult, kids free - Bookings required |
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Redwood 4WD Adventure Akatarawa Forest Saturday 19 February, 10am – 2pm $20 per person - Bookings required |
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Wainui Water Walk Wainuiomata Recreation Area, Whitcher Grove, Wainuiomata Sunday 20 February, 9am – 1pm Free - Booking required |
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Kaitoke Whānau Summer Day Kaitoke Regional Park, Pakuratahi Forks Area, Waterworks Road, SH2, Upper Hutt Saturday 26 February, 10am – 2pm Free |
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Whitireia Community Snorkel Day with Mountains to Sea Wellington Whitireia Park, Whitireia Rd, Titahi Bay Saturday 5 March, 10am – 2pm Free - Booking may be required |
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Ōrua-pouanui/Baring Head Open Day East Harbour Regional Park - Baring Head Carpark, Coast Road, Wainuiomata Saturday 5 March, 10am – 2pm Free |
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Wainui Children’s Day Wainuiomata Recreation Area, Whitcher Grove, Wainuiomata Sunday 6 March, 10am – 1pm Free |
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Whitireia Community Snorkel Day with Mountains to Sea Wellington Whitireia Park, Whitireia Rd, Titahi Bay Saturday 12 March, 10am – 2pm Free – Bookings may be required |
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Lighthouses and Lakes Walk East Harbour Regional Park, Burdens Gate, 507 Muritai Road, Eastbourne Sunday 13 March, 10am – 2pm Free - Booking required for bus only |
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Queen Elizabeth Park Open Day Queen Elizabeth Park, Mackays Crossing Entrance Sunday 20 March, 10am – 2pm Free |
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Old Forest Guided Walk Wainuiomata Recreation Area, Whitcher Grove, Wainuiomata Sunday 20 March, 9am – 1pm Free - Bookings required |
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Belmont 4WD Adventure Belmont Regional Park, 44 Waihora Crescent, Waitangirua Saturday 26 March, 10am – 2pm $20 per person - Bookings required |
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Child vs Wild Battle Hill Battle Hill Farm Forest Park, Pāuatahanui Saturday 26 March, 10am – 1pm Free - Bookings required |
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Bike the Trail Hutt River Trail, Harcourt Park, Upper Hutt Sunday 27 March, 9.30am – 2pm Free |
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Belmont Mountain Bike Open Day Belmont Regional Park, Stratton Street Entrance, Lower Hutt Sunday 27 March, 10am – 2pm Free |
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