10 Free Family-Friendly Activities in Tairāwhiti
We’ve got a list of ten things to keep the whole family entertained that are 100% free.
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Gisborne Tours
Historical, cultural, scenic, ecological, outdoor activity, adventure, golf and winery tours.
Gisborne Tours covers all destinations and attractions in the Tairāwhiti Gisborne, Wairoa, Waikaremoana, East Coast, Motu, Opotiki region. Historical, cultural, scenic, ecological, outdoor activity, adventure, golf and winery tours. We have experienced staff, genuine and friendly service.
Contact Nisbett to discuss your Gisborne Tairāwhiti getaway. Everywhere under the sun.
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MUST SEE + DO
From significant historical landmarks to stunning natural wonders, Tairāwhiti is home to an extraordinary mix of must-see and must-do attractions and experiences.
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Sacred mountain sunrises, beachfront glamping, and dining amidst vineyards – Tairāwhiti is the perfect place for a romantic weekend away.
Great kai and family-friendly
Tairāwhiti is home to incredible dining experiences made to be shared.
After work hotspots
When you’re off the clock and it’s time to ring in the weekend
The best brunch spots in Tairāwhiti
Here are a few of our favourite places for those looking for the best of the brunch
10 Free Family-Friendly Activities in Tairāwhiti
We’ve got a list of ten things to keep the whole family entertained that are 100% free.
Autumn in Tairāwhiti
Must do's when visiting Tairāwhiti this autumn
Best Places to See the Sunrise
If you’re not already a morning person, then the Land of the First Light may very well change your perspective.
Top local faves for date night
Here’s where to go for a date night that delights!
Finding romance in Tairāwhiti: your perfect weekend away
Sacred mountain sunrises, beachfront glamping, and dining amidst vineyards – Tairāwhiti is the perfect place for a romantic weekend away.
Great kai and family-friendly
Tairāwhiti is home to incredible dining experiences made to be shared.
After work hotspots
When you’re off the clock and it’s time to ring in the weekend
The best brunch spots in Tairāwhiti
Here are a few of our favourite places for those looking for the best of the brunch
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Upcoming Events
With a calendar of year-round entertainment and experiences to delight you, the land of the first light is a fun-filled destination that offers something for everyone.
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Gisborne Beer Festival
30 September & 1 October 2022
Held each year this festival showcases local beers, ciders and wineries
The Chardonnay Affair
26 - 29 May 2022
Enjoy Gisborne's finest chardonnays in an array of sumptuous events
Maunga to Moana
TBC 2023
A multi-sport adventure race like no other
First Light Wine & Food Festival
23 October 2022
Tairāwhiti's premier wine event held at Labour Weekend each year
Revive Festival
5 - 8 January 2023
Revive invites people from Aotearoa to immerse themselves in three days of conscious celebration, with everything from live music, art installations, yoga, meditation, ecstatic dance, healing, and wellness workshops.
Gisborne Farmers Market
Saturdays
Where locals and visitors alike gather to get their fix of the region’s tastiest treats
Essence of Tairāwhiti
25 February 2023
Essence is more than a food festival. It's about who we are and where we're from in Tairāwhiti, our essence of life. Local chefs, hunters, gatherers and producers sharing experiences of food gathering, whanau, community and culture. The Essence of Tairāwhiti.
Te Tairāwhiti Arts Festival
October 2022
A celebration of artists and connections to place while welcoming the world to Te Tairāwhiti
Rhythm & Vines
29 - 31 December 2022
New Zealand's premier music and camping festival
Gisborne Beer Festival
30 September & 1 October 2022
Held each year this festival showcases local beers, ciders and wineries
The Chardonnay Affair
26 - 29 May 2022
Enjoy Gisborne's finest chardonnays in an array of sumptuous events
Maunga to Moana
TBC 2023
A multi-sport adventure race like no other
First Light Wine & Food Festival
23 October 2022
Tairāwhiti's premier wine event held at Labour Weekend each year
Revive Festival
5 - 8 January 2023
Revive invites people from Aotearoa to immerse themselves in three days of conscious celebration, with everything from live music, art installations, yoga, meditation, ecstatic dance, healing, and wellness workshops.
Gisborne Farmers Market
Saturdays
Where locals and visitors alike gather to get their fix of the region’s tastiest treats
Essence of Tairāwhiti
25 February 2023
Essence is more than a food festival. It's about who we are and where we're from in Tairāwhiti, our essence of life. Local chefs, hunters, gatherers and producers sharing experiences of food gathering, whanau, community and culture. The Essence of Tairāwhiti.
Te Tairāwhiti Arts Festival
October 2022
A celebration of artists and connections to place while welcoming the world to Te Tairāwhiti
Rhythm & Vines
29 - 31 December 2022
New Zealand's premier music and camping festival
