MotoTT Motorcycle Track Day
12 Mar 2010
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MotoTT hold regular Motorcycle track days at Taupo Motorsport Park. These track days are a fun, non competitive environment to improve your bike handling and riding skills. Go as fast or slow as you like with no cars (or police) to worry about. Riders are given sessions catering for experts through to trackday first timers and novice riders.
Scenic Cellars Spanish Cellar Fiesta
13 Mar 2010
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7pm at Scenic Cellars, 32 Roberts Street, Taupo. $130 per person. A sensational Fiesta of Spanish food, matched with fabulous Spanish wine. Scenic Cellars are famous for their themed dinner evenings, which sell out every year. This is an R18 event. To book your tickets please email us or phone +64 7 378 5704.
Taupo Tea Party
13 Mar 2010
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1:30pm - 4:30pm in Riverside Park. Raising money for the Breast Cancer Foundation. Enjoy an afternoon with Richard Till and Alexa Johnston, while listening to music, being treated to delectable savoury and sweet treats while sipping on world class blended tea. There will be a celebrity bake off as well as a competition for The Best Dressed.
'Champions New Zealand Winners' - Jessie Casson
13 Mar 2010 - 06 Apr 2010
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Taupo Museum. Photographer Jessie Casson set off on a journey around New Zealand seeking out people with a story to tell and a passion to share. The portraits are the fruit of Jessie's desire to capture the dedication, self-belief and good old kiwi ‘can-do’ attitudes that make New Zealanders who they are.
Taupo Toyota 4 x 4 Family Rally
14 Mar 2010
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Annual 4 Wheel Drive Event for 4 x 4 owners and their families. The course runs over striking farmland west of Taupo and is suitable for all 4 wheel drive vehicles with low ratio & good road tyres. A great way to try out your vehicle and driving skills off-road, with the assistance of members of the Taupo 4 Wheel Drive Club. Easy alternatives have been included for those runs that are more challenging.
Taupo Home and Garden Show
19 Mar 2010 - 21 Mar 2010
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10am - 5pm at the Great Lake Centre. Learn hot tips to enhance the look of your home and save on show-only specials. Enjoy a preview of upcoming trends, innovative products and expert advice - you are guaranteed to walk away with new ideas for your home & garden - whatever your budget or taste!
3rd Annual Trans Taupo Paddle
20 Mar 2010
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The biggest event of its kind in the country, the Trans Taupo is a 44km race across the pure crystal mountain fed waters of Lake Taupo. This event attracts some of the world’s best distance paddlers/rowers chasing glory and inclusion in the prestigious sub 4 hour club, as well as many who challenge themselves to conquer the lake crossing.
Grid Kids Duathlon
21 Mar 2010
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Grid Kids is a new addition to the MotorSport Championship series - another race but this time not involving cars! The duathlon is for children aged 7 to 15 and is a great way to involve kids and families in the weekend of racing. The prize giving will be an opportunity to meet some of the drivers.
Scenic Cellars Around the World with Chardonnay
25 Mar 2010
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6pm in The Cellar. $30 per person. If you are a fan of Chardonnay, then this is the wine tasting for you! Learn all about Chardonnay producing regions from around the world and sample different styles of this wine. This is an R18 event. To book your tickets please email us or phone +64 7 378 5704.
Around New Zealand Air Safari 2010
25 Mar 2010
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The Air Safari flies into Taupo for lunch hosted by the Taupo Aero Club from 10.00am to 2.00pm. The Taupo stopover is one of 17 airfields that the Safari will fly to. Up to 75 Aircraft will be taking part with over 220 entrants, from Britain, Australia and New Zealand. This is a great way to learn more about sport flying with the Taupo Aero Club. Our Charity Partner, Life Flight Trust Air Ambulance will have personnel there - come out & meet the pilots, view the aeroplanes & helicopters & enjoy the spirit of the Air Safari.
Avanti 100k Flyer
27 Mar 2010
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Open to anyone with a bike! This legendary road cycling event takes competitors on a fast, fun and scenic journey from one world famous tourist destination to another. Cyclists have the option of riding solo or in relay teams of two with drink/aid stations provided along the way. The event hosts over 3,500 riders annually, so dust of that bike and join in the fun. 100k, what a great milestone!
Reds, Whites and Blues
03 Apr 2010
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Blues Festival from 2pm till 8pm at Omori Estate Winery. With Midge Marsden, The Jukes, The Mike Garner Trio, plus guest appearance from US singer/songwriter Laurie Dameron. Bring a picnic and enjoy an afternoon/evening of great blues music. Food will be available for purchase at the venue.
Oxfam Trailwalker
10 Apr 2010 - 11 Apr 2010
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Oxfam New Zealand dares you to undertake the world's greatest team challenge to help overcome poverty and injustice. The challenge is for your team of four to complete 100kms in 36 hours and to raise funds to help some of the world's poorest people. Oxfam Trailwalker offers you an incredibly satisfying personal achievement, an unparalleled chance to share the experience with friends and colleagues and a unique opportunity to do something amazing for others. Be extraordinary. Take Part.
Touched by the Tongariro
10 Apr 2010 - 27 Apr 2010
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Taupo Museum. A community exhibition inspired by a strong sense of place. Situated at the head of the lake and nestled under Mount Pihanga, Turangi is a town with a huge range of landscapes at its doorstep. The wide range of artwork in this exhibition reflects the diversity of the group as well as the diversity of the surrounding environment.
MotoTT Motorcycle Track Day
10 Apr 2010
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MotoTT hold regular Motorcycle track days at Taupo Motorsport Park. These track days are a fun, non competitive environment to improve your bike handling and riding skills. Go as fast or slow as you like with no cars (or police) to worry about. Riders are given sessions catering for experts through to trackday first timers and novice riders.
Suzuki Trail Blazer
18 Apr 2010
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The North Island's most popular trail ride series will be held at the South side of SH5, Te Toke Road. Around 500 riders will enjoy the big berms on the flowing graded trails, free draining soil, mega traction, great parking, awesome kids tracks, hot food and espresso coffee.
Scenic Cellars Italian Wine Experience
22 Apr 2010
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6pm in The Cellar, Scenic Cellars. $35 per person. Experience fantastic Italian vino and learn about Italian wine regions. Let Scenic Cellars step you through an educational tasting of a range of Italian wines. A great chance to sample a taste of Italy, without leaving NZ. A light supper will be provided. This is an R18 event. To book your tickets please email us or phone +64 7 378 5704.
MotoTT Motorcycle Track Day
01 May 2010
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MotoTT hold regular Motorcycle track days at Taupo Motorsport Park. These track days are a fun, non competitive environment to improve your bike handling and riding skills. Go as fast or slow as you like with no cars (or police) to worry about. Riders are given sessions catering for experts through to trackday first timers and novice riders.
Erupt Lake Taupo Festival
06 May 2010 - 16 May 2010
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Taupo will become the arts and culture epicentre of New Zealand, with over ten dynamic days of music, theatre, visual arts and comedy. From large scale outdoor events to intimate concerts, street performers to free lunchtime shows, ERUPT Lake Taupo Festival showcases the very best of New Zealand and international work in theatre, dance, music, cabaret and comedy. The 2006 Festival saw over 17,000 audience members attend performances, exhibitions, and free or low cost events, making for the largest cultural event to be staged in the Lake Taupo region.
Central North Island Regional Climbing Series
08 May 2010
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Taupo Events Centre. The Climbing gyms in the Central North Island are holding a series of regional competitions over February, March & April. The regional competitions are about fun and participation rather than results, so come along and have a go.
Scenic Cellars Italian Cellar Dinner
15 May 2010
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7pm at Scenic Cellars, 32 Roberts Street, Taupo. $130 per person. Mama Mia. A fantastic evening of Italian cuisine, matched with gorgeous Italian vino. Scenic Cellars are famous for their themed dinner evenings, which sell out every year. This is an R18 event. To book your tickets please email us or phone +64 7 378 5704.
Suzuki Trail Blazer
13 Jun 2010
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The North Island's most popular trail ride series will be held at the South side of SH5, Te Toke Road. Around 500 riders will enjoy the big berms on the flowing graded trails, free draining soil, mega traction, great parking, awesome kids tracks, hot food and espresso coffee.
Starlight Cinema Centre 15th Hobby Expo
10 Jul 2010 - 11 Jul 2010
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Taupo Events Centre. Hobby Expo organised by the Taupo Model Railway Club, showcasing all nature and types of hobbies. Hobbies from model railways through to quilts and stamp collecting. Highly entertaining and interesting, you may even pick up a new interest. Contact the club secretary on jshepherd@xtra.co.nz.
Scenic Cellars French Cellar Dinner
17 Jul 2010
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7pm at Scenic Cellars. $130 per person. Enjoy a fantastic evening of French cuisine, matched with stunning French wine. The ticket price includes a set menu, all beverages and entertainment for the night. Scenic Cellars are famous for their themed dinner evening, so get a group together and secure you tickets soon. This is an R18 event. To book your tickets please email us or phone +64 7 378 5704.
Mizuno Half Marathon
01 Aug 2010
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New Zealand's biggest half marathon in fact its the biggest in the Southern Hemisphere! This popular event is held annually on the first Sunday in August. The course is absolutely stunning with runners and walkers heading out from town along the Lake front with unobstructed views all the way to the mountains.
Mizuno Off-Road Half Marathon
04 Sep 2010
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Bought to you by the accomplished organisers of the Mizuno Half Marathon, this off-road event will provide stunning views of Lake Taupo throughout the 21.1 kilometre course which is suitable for first-time off-road runners, walkers or more experienced ‘mountain goats’. It will be run on stages of the new ‘W2K’ track, which winds its way from Kinloch to Whakaipo Bay and will include the recently-opened ‘Headland Track’ loop. Set yourself a new challenge for 2010 and enter the Mizuno Off-Road Half Marathon!
Jamis Bicycles Day-Night Thriller
11 Sep 2010
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The "Thriller "is fast becoming one of the best events on the mountain bikers calendar and is the largest mountain bike event of its kind in the world with over 4,000 riders. Its wide appeal lies in the fact that it caters to all mountain bikers, from recreational day riders to night riding adrenaline junkies. The ride is a five-person lap race, or continuous relay event, operating for twelve hours from 10.30am to 10.30pm. Only one team member may be riding on the course at any one time and the next rider must be tagged to commence their lap. The course is 8km or 30 minutes in length.
17th Annual Sika Show 2010
25 Sep 2010 - 26 Sep 2010
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Taupo Events Centre. The Annual Sika Show is now in its 17th year, having established itself as New Zealand’s premier hunting and outdoor show. The Sika Show incorporates the annual Sika Hunting Competition and trade displays over two days. With annual increases in public attendances, last year saw 4500 people visit the show.
Wattyl Lake Taupo Cycle Challenge
27 Nov 2010
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It's huge! With more than 11,400 riders taking part in 2005, riding around Lake Taupo has become one of the biggest Cycling events in the Southern Hemisphere. Enduro, Solo or Relay come and take part in this 160km journey around NZ's largest lake.
Taupo Half
11 Dec 2010
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With a 2km swim along the lake front where athletes will be able to swim exactly half of the New Zealand Ironman swim course. Then through a transition in front of the Taupo Yacht Club on to the bike and out on to the local roads to Reporoa and back. After the 90 km bike ride you will then dismount your bike and run along the stunning shores of Lake Taupo out to Rainbow Point on a two lap course.
New Balance Great Lake Relay
19 Feb 2011
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The New Balance Great Lake Relay around the largest lake in Australasia – the beautiful Lake Taupo. Renown as the ultimate team building event held on one of the most scenic courses in the world, the Great Lake Relay sees teams of 10 to 18 members running or walking to complete the 18 legs around the 155km course. The legs range in distance from 5.2km to 14.4km. Grab a group of friends, family or workmates together and enjoy a fun filled and exhilarating weekend together – you won’t be disappointed!
