The Marlborough Walk between Blenheim and Picton - annual event for
the energetic
Hopai Sports Day - annual sporting event in the Marlborough Sounds
February
Blues, Brews and Barbecues - the first Saturday
in February. Breweries offer drinks ranging from local ales to
alcoholic lemonades, ciders and beers. A huge variety of barbecue
food on offer. Live music, kids' entertainment
Marlborough
Wine & Food Festival- the second Saturday
of February. The Festival offers a unique opportunity to sample
over 200 wines from more than 40 of Marlborough's wineries. Gourmet
food and entertainment are also on offer
April
Classic Fighters Marlborough - biennial (next
event 2007). World War I and World War II Warbird planes, Royal
New Zealand Air Force, aerobatics, aeronautical displays, classic
cars at Omaka Airfield near Blenheim over two days
July
Marlborough Winter Wine Weekend - wine releases and workshops in Marlborough
October
Kaikoura Seafest - savour sea fare on the first Saturday in October
November
Hunter's Garden Marlborough - second weekend in November. One of New
Zealand's premier gardening events. A weekend of garden workshops, tours and social activities.