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Summerdaze
Kāhau Raumati
Summerdaze is a collection of events happening district-wide over the summer months. It’s all about encouraging residents and visitors to enjoy the outdoors, celebrate their neighbourhood and spend time with each other.
Teddy Bears Picnic
The Teddy Bears Picnic returns to Queenstown on Sunday 25 January.
Date: 25 January
Time: 11.00am to 2.00pm
Where: Queenstown Events Centre
If you're a parent, then you'll already know it's a favourite of toddlers and young kids across the district.
There will be entertainment, games, inflatables, face painting, food, community group stalls, spot prizes and so much more.
Looking for Wānaka's Teddy Bears Picnic? This year it may look a little different, so look out for a future announcement!
Picnic in the Park BBQs
Community fun accross the Upper Clutha and Queenstown!
Come along to the Summerdaze BBQs – a series of free, family-friendly events happening across the district! These relaxed, fun-filled afternoons are perfect for connecting with friends, whānau, and community leaders. The Summerdaze BBQs will have something for everyone, with a fantastic line-up of activities to make the day extra special.
Event Schedule for 2026 with exact locations still to be confirmed:
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Tuesday 3 February - Bad weather option Friday 13 February
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Wednesday 11 February - Bad weather option: Monday 16 February
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Wednesday 18 February - Bad weather option: Friday 27 February
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Wednesday 25 February - Bad weather option: Friday 6 March
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Wednesday 4 March - Bad weather option: Wednesday 11 March
All events run from 3.00–5.00pm.
Bring the kids after school for an afternoon of games, face painting, and good food, all while connecting with the community.
Teddy Bears Picnic Colouring Competition
It's the 2026 version of the Teddy Bears Picnic Colouring competition.
Download a competition entry form using a button below or pick one up from your local library!
Colour in your entry form and fill out your details. Drop your entry off at your nearest library before 16 January 2026. The winners will be announced at the Teddy Bears Picnic with exciting prizes to be won.