FRIDAY
VINTAGE CAR CLUB MEMBERS MEET & GREET
Catch up with members from around Whanganui and NZ and collect your registration pack. Numbers are limited.
Where: Grand Hotel, St Hill St
When: 5.30pm - 8pm
Entry: Register through the Vintage Car Club
Contact the Vintage Car Club here
PADDLE STEAMER WAIMARIE JAZZ CRUISE
Listen to the highly regarded Andrew London Trio’s great jazz tunes. Complimentary glass of bubbles, finger food and cash bar. Fully licensed galley with hot and cold refreshments. Eftpos available. This is an R18 event.
Where: Departs from the Riverboat Centre, Taupo Quay
When: Boarding 5.30pm, 6.00pm - 8.00pm
Entry: $70 per person
Find more information at waimarie.co.nz/jazz
SATURDAY
VINTAGE CAR CLUB WHEELS ON VICTORIA AVE
Witness the mighty sight of over 200 classic cars, hot rods and vintage cars filling Whanganui’s main street or enter your own car and join the others on display.
Where: Downtown, Victoria Ave
When: Cars park from 8am, viewing from 10am - 4pm
Entry: Free car entry & free to view
PAHIATUA RAIL CAR TRAIN TRIPS
Take a return trip to Eastown (40 mins) or Westmere (1.5hrs) on the RM31 Rail Car 52 seater still in its original condition. Please park on Taupo Quay and walk to Steam Rail Wanganui. For $2 pp, view the steam rail projects underway in the shed.
NOTE: Please park on Taupo Quay and walk to Steam Rail Wanganui. For $2 pp, view the steam rail projects underway in the shed.
Where: Steam Rail Wanganui, 151 Taupo Quay When: 10am
When: 10am
Entry: $25pp (Eastown) $45pp (Westmere)
Book at www.railcars.co.nz/whanganui-vintage-weekend-all
Return Day Trip to Whanganui Vintage Weekend
Take a return day trip from Palmerston North, Feilding or Marton to Whanganui on the Vintage Railcar RM31 Tokomaru and spend 6 1/2 hours in the river city enjoying Whanganui Vintage Weekend. Available on Saturday and Sunday. On both days the Railcar leaves Palmerston North at 7.50 am and arrives in Whanganui at 9.30am. The Railcar departs Whanganui at 5pm and arrives Palmerston North at 6.50pm.
Here’s the schedule:
Getting there -
- 7.50am depart Palmerston North Train Station
- 8.10am stop Feilding Train Station
- 8.35am stop Marton Train Station
Getting home -
- 6pm stop Marton Train Station
- 6.35pm Feilding Train Station
- 6.50pm Palmerston North Train Station
$50pp Palmerston North & Feilding return. $30pp Marton return.
To book visit www.railcars.co.nz/whanganui-vintage-weekend-all
Please note: you must make a note in the comments section if you are to be picked up from Feilding.
HERITAGE STUDEBAKER BUS TOURS
Sponsored by Grand Hotel
Enjoy a spectacular 1.5 hour vintage bus tour of Whanganui, one of NZ’s oldest cities steeped in history. Hosted by Kyle Dalton, Whanganui history and heritage expert. Limited seats. Bookings essential.
Where: Departs from the Tram Shed, Taupo Quay
When: 10am, 12pm, 2pm
Entry: $20
Book at Whanganui I-Site.
VINTAGE SPECIAL - 30 MINUTE HERITAGE RIVER CRUISES
Journey on the beautiful Whanganui River with Motor Vessel Wairua and learn all about one of New Zealand’s most important Victorian transport networks. Perfect for all ages.
Where: Opposite Moutoa Gardens
When: Departs every hour from 10am - 3pm
Entry: Adults $10, 15yrs and under $5. Pay when boarding
STEAM TRACTION ENGINE TRAILER RIDES
Ride behind the road steamers that built New Zealand, hauling timber, wool, grain and construction materials. Driven by road from our site at Maewa in Feilding.
Where: Corner of Ridgway St & Drews Ave
When: 10am - 4pm
Entry: $2
Find more information at facebook.com/steamtractionengines
WAIMARIE VINTAGE CRUISE
Enjoy the Whanganui River with a daytime cruise on the Paddle Steamer Waimarie. Dress up in your favourite vintage. Fun for all ages. Family tickets available.
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/
AIR CHATHAMS 1945 DOUGLAS DC3 30 MINUTE SCENIC FLIGHTS
Experience ‘real’ heritage flying in the 1945 Douglas DC-3, “Pouwhaitere”. 30 minutes of spectacular views over Whanganui in old style luxury.
Where: Whanganui Airport, Airport Rd
When: 10.30 am - 11.30 am, 1pm - 2pm
Entry: $99
Find more information at eventfinda.co.nz
TRAM RIDES
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: Riverbank, Moutoa Quay
When: 3pm - 5pm
Entry: $2, under 5’s free
PADDLE STEAMER WAIMARIE JAZZ CRUISE
Listen to the highly regarded Andrew London Trio’s great jazz tunes. Complimentary glass of bubbles, finger food and cash bar. Fully licensed galley with hot and cold refreshments. Eftpos available.
Where: Departs from the Riverboat Centre, Taupo Quay
When: Boarding 5.30pm, 6pm - 8pm
Entry: $70 (R18)
Find out more information at waimarie.co.nz/jazz/
CLASSIC CRUISE
Sponsored by Mitre 10 Mega
Classic cars tour the city to delight spectators and encourage people to join in the weekends’ events. Two routes to choose from. No restrictions on car make, model or age. 7pm finish and prize draw at the Grand.
Where: The Grand Hotel
When: 4.30pm registration, 5pm start
Entry: $5 per car includes entry into prize draw
SUNDAY
VINTAGE CAR CLUB BURMA RALLY
A great chance to catch up and wonderful vintage cars and enthusiasts in vintage fashions as they leave for the Burma Rally. 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
Download entry form here
AIR CHATHAMS 1945 DOUGLAS DC3 30 MINUTE SCENIC FLIGHTS
Experience ‘real’ heritage flying in the 1945 Douglas DC-3, “Pouwhaitere”. 30 minutes of spectacular views over Whanganui in old style luxury.
Where: Whanganui Airport, Airport Rd
When: 10.30 am - 11.30 am, 1pm - 2pm
Entry: $99
Find more information at eventfinda.co.nz
PAHIATUA RAIL CAR TRAIN TRIPS
Take a return trip to Eastown (40 mins) or Westmere (1.5hrs) on the RM31 Rail Car 52 seater still in its original condition. Please park on Taupo Quay and walk to Steam Rail Wanganui. For $2 pp, view the steam rail projects underway in the shed.
NOTE: Please park on Taupo Quay and walk to Steam Rail Wanganui. For $2 pp, view the steam rail projects underway in the shed.
Where: Steam Rail Wanganui, 151 Taupo Quay When: 10am
When: 10am
Entry: $25pp (Eastown) $45pp (Westmere)
Book at www.railcars.co.nz/whanganui-vintage-weekend-all
Return Day Trip to Whanganui Vintage Weekend
Take a return day trip from Palmerston North, Feilding or Marton to Whanganui on the Vintage Railcar RM31 Tokomaru and spend 6 1/2 hours in the river city enjoying Whanganui Vintage Weekend. Available on Saturday and Sunday. On both days the Railcar leaves Palmerston North at 7.50 am and arrives in Whanganui at 9.30am. The Railcar departs Whanganui at 5pm and arrives Palmerston North at 6.50pm.
Here’s the schedule:
Getting there -
- 7.50am depart Palmerston North Train Station
- 8.10am stop Feilding Train Station
- 8.35am stop Marton Train Station
Getting home -
- 6pm stop Marton Train Station
- 6.35pm Feilding Train Station
- 6.50pm Palmerston North Train Station
$50pp Palmerston North & Feilding return. $30pp Marton return.
To book visit www.railcars.co.nz/whanganui-vintage-weekend-all
Please note: you must make a note in the comments section if you are to be picked up from Feilding.
WHANGANUI AERO CLUB OPEN DAY
View vintage and classic planes. Spot them flying over the city during the weekend (weather dependent).
Where: Airport Road
When: 9am - 3pm
Entry: Free
Find more information at wanganuiaeroclub.co.nz
HERITAGE BUS TOURS
Sponsored by Grand Hotel
Enjoy a spectacular 1.5 hour vintage bus tour of Whanganui, one of NZ’s oldest cities steeped in history. Hosted by Kyle Dalton, Whanganui history and heritage expert. Limited seats. Bookings essential.
Where: Departs from the Tram Shed, Taupo Quay
When: 10am, 12pm, 2pm
Entry: $20
Book at Whanganui I-Site
VINTAGE SPECIAL - 30 MINUTE HERITAGE RIVER CRUISES
Journey on the beautiful Whanganui River with Motor Vessel Wairua and learn all about one of New Zealand’s most important Victorian transport networks. Perfect for all ages.
Where: Opposite Moutoa Gardens
When: Departs every hour from 10am - 3pm
Entry: Adults $10, 15yrs and under $5. Pay when boarding
STEAM TRACTION ENGINE TRAILER RIDES
Ride behind the road steamers that built New Zealand, hauling timber, wool, grain and construction materials. Driven by road from our site at Maewa in Feilding.
Where: Corner of Ridgway St & Drews Ave
When: 10am - 4pm
Entry: $2
WAIMARIE STEAMPUNK CRUISE
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
BRUCE’S WELLINGTON ANNIVERSARY DAY RUN
See the finest collection of vintage cars before they leave on their next adventure.
Where: Cornmarket Reserve
When: 8.30am departure
Entry: Free to view
Contact the Vintage Car Club here
VINTAGE SPECIAL - 30 MINUTE HERITAGE RIVER CRUISES
Journey on the beautiful Whanganui River with Motor Vessel Wairua and learn all about one of New Zealand’s most important Victorian transport networks. Perfect for all ages.
Where: Opposite Moutoa Gardens
Where: Departs every hour from 10am - 3pm
Entry: Adults $10, 15 yrs and under $5. Pay when boarding
JIGGER RIDES
Have fun rattling along the railway tracks on our restored jiggers. View the steam rail projects underway in the shed.
Where: Taupo Quay Rail Yards
When: 10am - 4pm
Entry: $2
Find more information at steamrailwanganuiinc.weebly.com
TRAM RIDES
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: Riverbank, Moutoa Quay
When: 10am - 2pm
Entry: $2. Free for under 5s
AIR CHATHAMS 1945 DOUGLAS DC3 30 MINUTE SCENIC FLIGHTS
Experience ‘real’ heritage flying in the 1945 Douglas DC-3, “Pouwhaitere”. 30 minutes of spectacular views over Whanganui in old style luxury.
Where: Whanganui Airport, Airport Rd
When: 10.30 am - 11.30 am, 1pm - 2pm
Entry: $99
Find more information at eventfinda.co.nz