FRIDAY 22 JANUARY

Travel by jet boat, passing historic villages and enjoying Whanganui’s unspoilt natural environment before reaching Hipango Park, a stunning isolated picnic reserve only accessible by river. Includes light refreshments. Bring a picnic or take a bush walk if you wish. Life jackets supplied.

Where: Boarding at the Union Boat Club, Taupo Quay 
When: 10.30am depart and 1pm return 
Entry: $95pp, 4 - 12 $50, under 4yrs free

To book visit whanganuiscenicjet.com/tours-from-wanganui-city/

Find out about the history of the Whanganui River from the CBD to the river mouth and back on this scenic 30-minute jet boat tour, Life jackets supplied.

Where: Boarding at the Union Boat Club, Taupo Quay
When: From 2pm to 5pm
Entry:  $50 adults, $30 children 12 yrs and under

To book visit tours-from-wanganui-city

Listen to the highly regarded Andrew London Trio’s great jazz tunes. Complimentary glass of bubbles, finger food and cash/EFTPOS bar. This is an R18 event.

Where: Departs from the Riverboat Centre, Taupo Quay
When: Boarding 5.30pm, 6.00pm – 8.00pm  
Entry: $70pp 

To book visit waimarie.co.nz/jazz/

Experience travel from yesteryear on our beautifully restored 1912 Vintage Tram. In the Tram Shed, see the restoration in pictures and the Brisbane Tram, used by Peter Jackson in the remake of the King Kong movie.

Where: Downtown Riverbank, Taupo Quay 
When: 5pm till late 
$2per person, under 5’s free

Experience a breath-taking helicopter flight with a birds-eye view over our beautiful city. Talk to us about taking the controls of your own helicopter!

Where: Mid West Helicopters - Whanganui Airport
When: 9am–8pm
$90 per person for 10 minutes / $159 per person for 20 minutes / $229 per person for 30 minutes

All flights require a minimum of 2 paying passengers. All flights are subject to weather and helicopter weight and balance limitations.

To book, call 08006439378

SATURDAY 23 JANUARY

AIR CHATHAMS 1945 DOUGLAS DC3 30 MINUTE SCENIC FLIGHTS

Experience "real" flying in a 1945 Douglas DC-3 from days when air travel was a luxury featuring on-board service that includes a memento of your trip back in time. A 30-minute showcase of beautiful Whanganui from the skies above.

Where: Whanganui Airport, Airport Rd
When: 10am, 11am, 12pm. Additional flights may be available from 2pm 
Entry: $99

Find more information at eventfinda.co.nz

VINTAGE CAR CLUB WHEELS ON VICTORIA AVE

Witness over 200 classic cars, hot rods and vintage cars filling Whanganui’s main street. Enter your own car and join in the display. Please lock your car and take all valuables with you.

Where: Downtown, Victoria Ave
When: Cars park from 8am, viewing from 10am - 4pm
Entry: Free car entry & free to view

Click here for details on how to enter

vintage weekend CLASSIC CRUISE

Sponsored by Mitre 10 Mega

Classic cars tour the city. Two routes to choose - take part or watch the cars drive past. No restrictions on car make, model or age. 7pm finish and prize draw at The Grand Hotel. 

Where: Mitre 10 Carpark, 200 Taupo Quay (finishing at The Grand Hotel)
When: 4.30pm registration, 5pm start
Entry: $5 per car includes entry into prize draw

Click here for Long Route details
Click here for Short Route details

Come and see the Vintage Steam Traction Engines, big and small! Experience a unique wagon ride behind a legendary Steam Engine.

Where: Taupo Quay opposite Union Boat Club, Ridgway St & Drews Ave
When: 10am - 4pm
Entry: $2

Journey on the Whanganui River with Motor Vessel Wairua. Perfect for all ages. Pay when boarding, Cash/EFTPOS. No pre-booking.

Where: Taupo Quay, opposite Pakaitore - Moutoa Gardens 
When: Cruises departing all day from 9am - 3pm 

Entry: $10 adults, $5 0 – 15 yrs 

 For more info visit motorvesselwairua.co.nz

Travel by jet boat, passing historic villages and enjoying Whanganui’s unspoilt natural environment before reaching Hipango Park, a stunning isolated picnic reserve only accessible by river. Includes light refreshments. Bring a picnic or take a bush walk if you wish. Life jackets supplied.

Where: Boarding at the Union Boat Club, Taupo Quay 
When: 10.30am depart and 1pm return 
Entry: $95pp, 4 - 12 $50, under 4yrs free

To book visit whanganuiscenicjet.com/tours-from-wanganui-city/

Find out about the history of the Whanganui River from the CBD to the river mouth and back on this scenic 30-minute jet boat tour, Life jackets supplied.

Where: Boarding at the Union Boat Club, Taupo Quay
When: From 2pm to 5pm
Entry:  $50 adults, $30 children 12 yrs and under

To book visit tours-from-wanganui-city

Enjoy the Whanganui River with a daytime cruise on the Paddle Steamer Waimarie. Dress up in your favourite vintage outfit. Family tickets available.  

Where: Departs from the Riverboat Centre, Taupo Quay 
When: Boarding 10.30am, 11am – 1pm 
Entry: Prices vary

 To book visit waimarie.co.nz/vintage

Listen to the highly regarded Andrew London Trio’s great jazz tunes. Complimentary glass of bubbles, finger food and cash/EFTPOS bar. R18.  

Where: Departs from the Riverboat Centre, Taupo Quay 
When: Boarding 5.30pm, 6.00pm – 8.00pm  
Entry: $70

 To book visit waimarie.co.nz/jazz

BURMA RALLY

See vintage cars and enthusiasts in vintage fashions as they leave for the Burma Rally. Club members welcome to join in. Club members welcome to join in. 

Where: Pakaitore Moutoa Gardens
When: 8.30am departure, 2.30pm return
Entry: Free to view

Contact the Vintage Car Club here

SUNDAY 24 JANUARY

AIR CHATHAMS 1945 DOUGLAS DC3 30 MINUTE SCENIC FLIGHTS

Experience "real" flying in a 1945 Douglas DC-3 from days when air travel was a luxury featuring on-board service that includes a memento of your trip back in time. A 30-minute showcase of beautiful Whanganui from the skies above.

Where: Whanganui Airport, Airport Rd
When: 10am, 11am, 12pm. Additional flights may be available from 2pm 
Entry: $99

Find more information at eventfinda.co.nz

Have fun rattling along the railway tracks on our restored jiggers. For a gold coin donation, you can also view the steam rail projects underway in the shed. 

Where: Taupo Quay Rail Yards
When: 10am - 4pm
Entry: $2 per person

For more info visit steamrailwanganuiinc.weebly.com/

Come and see the Vintage Steam Traction Engines, big and small! Experience a unique wagon ride behind a legendary Steam Engine.

Where: Taupo Quay opposite Union Boat Club
When: 10am - 4pm
Entry: $2 per person, under 5s FREE

For more info visit facebook.com/steamtractionsocietynz

Come on a 50 minute vintage double decker bus ride and learn hear about the fascinating history and heritage of old Whanganui.

Where: Departs from the Tram Shed by i-Site, Taupo Quay
When: 10am - 4pm
Entry: $10pp, $5 12 yrs and under, under 5yrs free

For more info visit Book your tickets at Whanganui i-Site. Enquiries: 0800 92 64 26

Enjoy the thrills and spills of stockcar racing featuring vintage stockcars in the unique setting of “the Oval by the Ocean” - Whanganui’s home of motorsport, with views of the river and the sea. Sitting on a hill, blankets and a picnic are a must!

Where: Landguard Road
When: 6pm
Entry: $20 adult, $5 6 - 15 years, under 6 years free, $50 family (2 adults & 3 children), $10 Gold Card

For more info visit oceanviewspeedway.co.nz

Come and see this world-class Commercial Pilot Academy and a behind-the-scenes look into how it is run and the planes.

Where: New Zealand International Commercial Pilot Academy, 25 Airport Road
When: 10.45pm - 12.45pm
Entry: Free

For more info visit www.nzicpa.nz

View vintage and classic planes. Spot them flying over the city during the weekend (weather dependent).

Where: Airport Rd
When: 9am - 3pm
Entry: Free

Find more information at wanganuiaeroclub.co.nz

Journey on the Whanganui River with Motor Vessel Wairua. Perfect for all ages. Pay when boarding, Cash/EFTPOS. No pre-booking.

Where: Taupo Quay, opposite Pakaitore - Moutoa Gardens 
When: Cruises departing all day from 9am - 3pm 

Entry: $10 adults, $5 0 – 15 yrs 

 For more info visit motorvesselwairua.co.nz

Express your Steampunk alter ego and enjoy the shenanigans on this fun river cruise. Eftpos available. Fun for all ages. 

Where: Departs from Riverboat Centre, Taupo Quay
When: Boarding 10.30am, 11am – 1pm
Entry: Prices vary

Find more information at waimarie.co.nz/steampunk-cruise

MONDAY 25 JANUARY

BRUCE’S WELLINGTON ANNIVERSARY DAY RUN

See the finest collection of vintage cars before they leave on their next adventure.

Where: Cornmarket Reserve, Somme Parade
When: 8.30am departure
Entry: Free to view

Contact the Vintage Car Club here

PLUMBER DAN SOAP BOX DERBY

This old favourite is back! Racing fun for all the family - in your own cart or as a spectator! With creative carts and colourful drivers, this is a great day out for everyone. Prizegiving at 3pm

Where: Pukenamu Queen’s Park 
Where: Racing begins at 10am
Entry: Free

Click here for details on how to enter and for race rules

AIR CHATHAMS 1945 DOUGLAS DC3 30 MINUTE SCENIC FLIGHTS

Experience "real" flying in a 1945 Douglas DC-3 from days when air travel was a luxury featuring on-board service that includes a memento of your trip back in time. A 30-minute showcase of beautiful Whanganui from the skies above.

Where: Whanganui Airport, Airport Rd
When: 10am, 11am, 12pm. Additional flights may be available from 2pm 
Entry: $99

Find more information at eventfinda.co.nz

Have fun rattling along the railway tracks on our restored jiggers. For a gold coin donation, you can also view the steam rail projects underway in the shed. 

Where: Taupo Quay Rail Yards
When: 10am - 4pm
Entry: $2 per person

For more info visit steamrailwanganuiinc.weebly.com/

Experience travel from yesteryear on our beautifully restored 1912 Vintage Tram. In the Tram Shed, see the restoration in pictures and the Brisbane Tram, used by Peter Jackson in the remake of the King Kong movie.

Where: Downtown Riverbank, Moutoa Quay
When: 10am - 2pm
Entry: $2. Free for under 5s

Journey on the Whanganui River with Motor Vessel Wairua. Perfect for all ages. Pay when boarding, Cash/EFTPOS. No pre-booking.

Where: Taupo Quay, opposite Pakaitore - Moutoa Gardens 
When: Cruises departing all day from 9am - 3pm 

Entry: $10 adults, $5 0 – 15 yrs 

 For more info visit motorvesselwairua.co.nz

Travel by jet boat, passing historic villages and enjoying Whanganui’s unspoilt natural environment before reaching Hipango Park, a stunning isolated picnic reserve only accessible by river. Includes light refreshments. Bring a picnic or take a bush walk if you wish. Life jackets supplied.

Where: Boarding at the Union Boat Club, Taupo Quay
When: From 2pm to 5pm
Entry: $95 per person, groups of 4 - 12 $50, under 4yrs free

To book visit tours-from-wanganui-city

Enjoy a thrilling 30-minute blast on the Whanganui River, heading downstream towards the ocean and return. Life jackets supplied.

Where: Boarding at the Union Boat Club, Taupo Quay
When: From 2pm to 5pm
Entry: Prices vary

To book visit tours-from-wanganui-city

Experience a breath-taking helicopter flight with a birds-eye view over our beautiful city. Talk to us about taking the controls of your own helicopter!

Where: Mid West Helicopters - Whanganui Airport
When: 9am–8pm
$90 per person for 10 minutes / $159 per person for 20 minutes / $229 per person for 30 minutes

All flights require a minimum of 2 paying passengers. All flights are subject to weather and helicopter weight and balance limitations.

To book, call 08006439378