Rotorua is a great holiday location, one of the best in New Zealand, for anyone looking for a unique holiday experience. In addition to the usual attractions (geothermal pools, mountain biking, and world-class resorts), the city hosts a number of events each year that draw a crowd. Stay on top of what’s happening in Rotorua and make the most of your stay.
With its reputation as a holiday destination, the city is an obvious location for festivals and exhibitions. These are some of the best times of the year to visit, so simply hire a car in Rotorua and enjoy what the city has to offer.
Rotorua is home to the annual ‘Rhapsody Rotorua’ youth and school music festival. Every year at the end of June, hundreds travel to the city from around the world to take part in the three-day event. Orchestras, choirs, bands and every other musical group imaginable take to the stage to demonstrate their skills and show the best of their school. For anyone interested in music, ‘Rhapsody Rotorua’ is a unique event not to be missed.
As one of the best mountain biking and cycling destinations in the world, it would be a mistake for the city not to celebrate! October 15 marks the start of the Rotorua Bike Festival, a week-long event celebrating the bike in all its forms. Participate or witness everything from races and exhibitions to fun rides around the city and on some of Rotorua’s stunning mountain trails.
In their own twist on Oktoberfest, every year in Rotorua, the Okere Falls Beer Fest celebrates German beer, food and music. Just 25 minutes from Rotorua, Okere Falls Store offers the perfect reason for any beer drinker to visit over the Labor weekend. The event lasts for a week between Monday 17 and Sunday 23 October.
Featuring some of the best bands in the country, NZ Polyfest is an annual event in the city celebrating the music of New Zealand and the Pacific Islands. In 2011, Katchafire and Nesian Mystik, two of the biggest names in New Zealand music, will headline the event. Any reggae fan will love this great reason to visit Rotorua on Friday 14th October.
With so much going on throughout the year to accompany hot springs, mud pools and mountain biking, there are plenty of opportunities and reasons to make your next vacation a trip to Rotorua. Great for family holidays or a weekend away with your friends, there’s a lot going on all year round in Rotorua. If you are arriving at the airport, be sure to arrange Rotorua car hire during your stay.