Blogs
Tai Tapu Sculpture Garden: a growing Selwyn artwork
Wednesday, 16 October 2024
Follow the backroads of Tai Tapu to the base of the Port Hills, and you'll discover a unique fusion of art and nature nestled amongst the farms and fields: the Tai Tapu Sculpture Garden.
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Vintage Fest coming soon!
Thursday, 7 September 2023
Vintage Fest in Selwyn, a one-of-a-kind event that's set to transport you back to the golden years. With its roots in community, inclusivity, and nostalgia, Vintage Fest NZ promises an unforgettable experience for all ages.
Malvern A&P Show
Tuesday, 16 August 2022
The Malvern A&P show showcases Selwyn’s communities’ most prized animals, crops and much more, as it has for the last 120 years.
Hororata Glow Festival – A must-glow event!
Friday, 5 August 2022
The Hororata Glow Festival takes place bi-annually and celebrates everything that glows – including gigantic hot air balloons which light up the night sky.
Courtenay A&P Show
Friday, 5 August 2022
Held annually on the third Saturday of November, The Courtenay A&P Show offers a great day out in the country and has been running for 147 years!
Selwyn Spring Show set to put a spring in your step
Friday, 29 July 2022
Dating back to 1870, the Selwyn Spring Show is held at the Leeston Showgrounds in October. The show offers local baking, pony rides, competitions, agriculture sports, a live band and a grand parade with livestock and vintage machinery on display.
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Hororata Highland Games – where Kiwi and Scottish spirits meet
Friday, 29 July 2022
Be transported to Scotland on the grounds of the Hororata domain, with traditional Scottish entertainment, competitions and food – with a kiwi twist.
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Selwyn Botanical Expo coming up roses
Friday, 29 July 2022
Selwyn’s own Botanical Expo is set to blossom in September at the Lincoln Event Centre. There will be a wide variety of stalls where visitors can get their hands on beautiful and unique plants.
Celebrating winter in Selwyn
Thursday, 28 July 2022
Selwyn Winter Festival is hosted at the stunning Larcomb Vineyard. Warm up under blankets with views of the stars or dance the night away to local music with your choice of drink.