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The holiday season is upon us, and there's no better place to celebrate than right here!

From the Southland Santa Parade to the Ascot Park Christmas at the Races, and over 30 other festive events and activities, there's something for everyone. Our regional calendar is brimming with exciting activities and events. Discover the magic of the season and make unforgettable memories.

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Kids playing in Queens Park, Invercargill
Queens Park © Videocopter

Free Things to do with Kids

Are you looking for exciting and engaging ways to entertain your kids in Invercargill and the surrounding areas without breaking the bank? Look no further! This webpage is your one-stop guide to a treasure trove of free activities that will…

Bill Richardson Transport World
Bill Richardson Transport World

Invercargill Family Experiences

Travelling with the kids can be one of the greatest memories to reflect on (but we totally know it can be a challenge to keep the kids entertained). Here’s some of our best insider tips to make your trip to Invercargill memorable with…

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Invercargill

Explore Murihiku Southland

Here in the South, you'll find an abundance of sights and activities to explore. Take the time to uncover all its hidden wonders and prepare to be awestruck by what this area has to offer.

Invercargill Central
Stacy Williamson

Invercargill

Invercargill

Waihōpai Invercargill is the regional capital and commercial hub of Southland. Founded in the 1850s, it is New Zealand’s southernmost city - and one of the southernmost cities in the world. Numerous… Read More

Milford Sound - Kayak
Rosco's Milford Sound Kayaks, Fiordland

Fiordland

Fiordland

Te Rua-o-te-Moko Fiordland is a place of extraordinary scenic beauty. One of New Zealand’s oldest tourism drawcards, this rugged and remote region offers awe-inspiring landscapes and a wide range of… Read More

Halfmoon Bay, Stewart Island

Stewart Island

Stewart Island

Rakiura Stewart Island is the southernmost and smallest island of the three main islands of New Zealand. Just 30km from the South Island, it is a perfect retreat for those seeking peace, quiet, and… Read More

Florence Hill Lookout, The Catlins
Florence Hill Lookout, The Catlins

The Catlins

The Catlins

Te Akau Tai Toka The Catlins, the spectacular coastal stretch between Balclutha and Invercargill, boasts a rugged beauty and untouched quality that is just magnetic. Here, you’ll find a world of native… Read More

Fishing in Gore

Gore District

Gore District

Maruawai Gore and its surrounding district, sometimes called Eastern Southland, boasts an eclectic mix of heritage, culture, and industry. It is famous for its fly-fishing on the Mataura River, colourful… Read More

Bluff Sign Stirling Point

Bluff

Bluff

Southland’s port, Motupōhue Bluff, lies thirty kilometres south of Invercargill. The town, which is the southernmost settlement on mainland New Zealand, is home to the iconic Bluff Oyster & Food… Read More

Central Southland
Sam Deuchrass

Central Southland

Central Southland

Central Southland is 1.5 million hectares of lush, rolling farmland. The district has always thrived on agriculture, although sawmills, flax and linen-flax industries, lime works, brickworks and tile works… Read More

Mores Scenic Reserve Lookout, Western Southland
Sam Deuchrass

Western Southland

Western Southland

Tucked between the towering peaks of Fiordland to the west, the Takitimu mountain range to the north, and the wild ocean to the south, Western Southland boasts spectacular unspoilt scenery and limitless… Read More