Greymouth events calendar

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What’s happening in the area?

We may be a small town, but there’s always something going on in Greymouth. From ultra marathons and bike races to agricultural events and motor sports, why not time your visit with one of our awesome local events.

Upcoming events

Greymouth Sunday Market

Held every Sunday morning from 10am, the Greymouth Sunday Market has something for everyone.

04 Jan 26

27 Dec 26

Grey High Gymnasium

Greymouth Dance Comp

Head on down to the Regent Theatre to see the talent on display at the Greymouth Competition Society's Annual Festival of Dance.

25 Sep 26

29 Sep 26

Greymouth Regent Theatre

Agfest West Coast

Experience every inch of farming in New Zealand; from the latest in dairy sheds to the best gumboots to wear in them.

16 Oct 26

17 Oct 26

Greymouth Aerodrome

Greymouth Street Races

Spend your Labour weekend checking out the action on the streets of Greymouth CBD, and be sure to bring some earplugs!

25 Oct 26

25 Oct 27

Greymouth Town Centre

Ride the Wilderness

Lakes, rivers, creeks, board walks, single tracks, historic bridges, forestry, wetlands, reservoirs, water races you name it - it’s all here.

14 Nov 26

14 Nov 26

West Coast Wilderness Trail

Christmas Carnival

A two day christmas carnvial, with Friday afternoon festivities, food stall and children activities. Followed by a market and santa parade Saturday morning.

11 Dec 26

12 Dec 26

Town Square & Greymouth Library

Lake Brunner Trail Run

This family-friendly event has something for everyone, with 3-course options to suit runners and walkers of all abilities—including the kids!

28 Dec 26

28 Dec 26

Lake Brunner

Greymouth Races

Enjoy a great family day out this summer at the Greymouth Races. The Greymouth Jockey Club race once a year in January at Omoto Racecourse.

03 Jan 27

03 Jan 27

Omoto Racecourse

Kumara Races

The Kumara Gold Nuggets is a historic raceday to meet with family and friends and enjoy the social atmosphere of the West Coast

10 Jan 27

10 Jan 27

Kumara Racecourse

SMH Hydraulics New Zealand TQ Title

2 days of action packed racing at Greenstone Park Raceway.

29 Jan 27

30 Jan 27

Greenstone Park Speedway

Gold Trail Mountain Bike

This 40km ride shows you some of the untouched beauty of the West Coast, with plenty of surprises on your ride.

30 Jan 27

30 Jan 27

Shantytown - Moana

Coast to Coast

The Coast to Coast is an iconic multisport event that sees competitors run, cycle & kayak their way over the South Island.

12 Feb 27

13 Feb 27

Kumara

Old Ghost Road Ultra Marathon

Touted as an ultra-marathon to 'test the best', competitors face more than 2600m of elevation gain and have 17 hours to complete the course.

20 Feb 27

20 Feb 27

Old Ghost Road Trail

Paparoa Ultra

A challenging 55km Ultra Marathon on the pristine Paparoa Track, not to be missed for fans of endurance racing and exquisite views.

20 Mar 27

20 Mar 27

Paparoa Track

The Wild West Backyard Ultra

Come and experience NZ’s most scenic Backyard Ultra, running between the ocean and the mountains on the wild West Coast.

26 Mar 27

26 Mar 27

Hokitika

Easter Weekend

Long weekend of Easter fun for staying guests with kids activities, finishing off on Sunday with the Great Kiwi Easter Egg Hunt!

26 Mar 27

28 Mar 27

Greymouth Seaside TOP 10

Around Brunner

This 130km bike race takes you through some of the amazing West Coast scenery & caters to riders of all abilities.

01 May 27

01 May 27

Moana

South Island Ultra Marathon

This trail has been described by so many as the Most Scenic Mountain Bike Ride in New Zealand. Now you have the chance to run it.

08 May 27

08 May 27

West Coast Wilderness Trail

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