Being New Zealand's largest inland city, situated on the banks of the Waikato River, (the country's longest river) Hamilton has a welcoming spirit, rich history and contrasting splendours that await many a visitor. 

Being in the hub of central North Island, visitors have easy access to iconic attractions such as Waitomo Caves, the Hobbiton film set, Raglan's surf coast and the historic Te Aroha Mineral Pools and much more.

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The Waikato Microlight club are holding a fun filled open day for the whole family.

 

With microlight flights, free style motor-x, RC planes, and more. Come and walk around, relax and learn about all the sports taking place on the airfield that weekend.

 

Adults $5, Children $2. Pay at the gate.

A prestigious epicurean event nestled amongst the roses at Hamilton Gardens!

 

Village-style stall holders will offer the very best of gourmet food, beverages and wines, with a particular focus on produce from the Waikato in what will be a finale for the Waikato Times Hamilton Gardens Arts Festival.

 

Patrons will be able to stroll through the roses, sampling the various gourmet delights and cooking demonstrations, and soak up a smorgasbord of jazz and blues on the main stage.

 

10am - 4:30pm

 

www.hamiltongardensartsfestival.co.nz

New Zealand's premier ballooning festival.

 

A visual spectacle as over 30 magnificent hot air balloons from New Zealand and overseas, take to the skies for five days of fun and competition.

 

Amazing new special shaped balloons, the popular NightGlow Show and mass ascensions at sunrise entertain and delight spectators of all ages.

Get ready to party at what is being dubbed "New Zealand's Largest Annual Sporting Event".

 

The Hamilton 400 v8s hit the turf and hallmarks the third in a seven year series of thrilling races in which V8 Supercar Championship drivers race for the Mark Porter Memorial Trophy.

 

From start to finish, the event programme includes a sensational mix of motor racing, non-stop entertainment and much-loved rugby games set amidst a carnival atmosphere that will appeal to families as much as motor-racing enthusiasts.

 

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New Zealand National Agricultural Fieldays is the largest agri-business exhibition in the Southern Hemisphere. New Zealand is a world leader in agriculture and pastoral farming; National Fieldays is the ultimate launch platform for cutting edge agricultural technology and innovation. With over 1000 exhibitors, National Fieldays is essential in keeping up with the latest trends and developments in the agriculture and farming industries. Click HERE for more details.