WILD BALL
GOLD, GEMS, AND GATSBY
7PM, FRIDAY 11 APRIL
WILD DUNEDIN’S
NATUREDOME
10AM–4PM, SUNDAY 13 APRIL
Daily Events
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Monarch – Wildlife Cruise Discount
2.30pm-3.30pm
Departing from Wellers Rock, ŌtākouEnjoy a special discounted Monarch cruise of Dunedin’s rugged coastline.
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The OPERA – Wildlife & Penguin Tour
11.30am-1pm, 1.15pm-2.45pm
3.45pm-5.15pmView the hoiho, yellow-eyed penguin, up close in our penguin rehabilitation centre.
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Blue Penguins Pukekura Tour
5.30pm-7pm
Pukekura Nature ReserveDiscounted 90-minute tour to view kororā in its natural habitat.
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Larnach Castle Plant Detective
9am-5pm
Larnach CastleExplore the castle and find the hidden native plant clues! Children enter free.
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Kids Go Free at Orokonui Discount
9.30am-4.30pm (Thu-Mon)
Orokonui EcosanctuaryExplore and learn more about Orokonui’s wildlife with an autumn scavenger hunt.
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Clearwater Wildlife Tours Discount
2pm-6pm
Departs Octagon20% discount to view yellow-eyed penguins, sealions and fur seals at Cape Saunders.
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Rock Mystery Mission Gallery Trail
10am-5pm
Tūhura Otago MuseumCalling all junior detectives! The Museum's prized ruby has vanished, and we need your help to crack the case.
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Discounted Express Albatross Tours
Every 30 mins 10.30am–3pm
Royal Albatross CentreDiscounted 30-minute tour viewing albatross chicks at Taiaroa Head.
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Royal Albatross Centre Tours
Various times
Taiaroa Head25% discount on Unique Taiaroa, Albatross and Fort tours.
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Monarch – Peninsula Encounters
11am-6pm
Depart from 20 Fryatt StGuided Otago Peninsula tour that includes a Wildlife Cruise. Sea lions, albatross and penguins!
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Museum of Natural Mystery
12pm-5pm
61 Royal TceA curated collection of skulls, bones, ethnological art and cultural artifacts by artist Bruce Mahalski.
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Monarch – City to Sea Cruise + Bus Tour
1pm-5pm
Depart from 20 Fryatt StEnjoy a bus tour of the Otago Peninsula and a wildlife cruise around Taiaroa Head.
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Huikaau – where currents meet
10am-5pm
Dunedin Public Art GalleryPick up a booklet and navigate the exhibition Huikaau, only at DPAG
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Dunedin Volcano Gardens Trail
10am-4pm
Dunedin Botanic GardenPick up a trail guide from the information centre for a self-guided volcano tour of the Dunedin Botanic Gardens.
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The OPERA – Canopy to Coast
11am-1.30pm
The OPERASpecial Wildlife & Penguin Tour elaborating on habitat restoration.
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Rock Paper Scissors Makerspace
10am-5pm
Tūhura Otago MuseumDunedin’s best family crafting space is getting a geological makeover with a side of moa madness.
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The OPERA – Twilight Tours
4.30pm-6pm
The OPERAThe special tour provides a unique opportunity to enjoy The OPERA at sunset
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Port to Port – Island Treasure Hunt
12.55pm-3.30pm
Departing Port Chalmers or PortobelloDo something fun and outdoors these holidays with treasure maps in bottles, treats and a boat ride.
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No Rain, No Rainforest Downpour
1pm-1.30pm
Tūhura Tropical ForestWe’re opening up the heavens so you can experience the rainy season in our Tropical Forest. Get ready to get wet!
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Gold Gold Gold – Gallery Display
10am-5pm
Toitū Otago Settlers MuseumGold Gold Gold display considers the effect on Dunedin as it was transformed into a rowdy boomtown in 1861.
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Toitū Rocks! – Gallery Trail
10am-5pm
Toitū Otago Settlers MuseumSee how many objects made from rock and stone you can dig out amongst the collections.
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Art Rocks – Tamariki Art Activity Adventure
10am-5pm
Dunedin Public Art GalleryExplore the Gallery with our activity guide and use your eagle eyes to spot the rocks within artworks.
Upcoming Events
Wild Night Masquerade Ball at Larnach Castle
Dance on the wild side with nature-themed masks, and costumes at a masquerade ball at Larnach Castle. Live music and auction to support hoiho/yellow-eyed penguins.
Gin Making Workshop & Tastings
11am-12pm, 1pm-2pm, 3pm-4pm & 5pm-6pm
Create your own gin or vodka infused with native botanicals and sample No8 tastings.
No Name Alley – Wild About Dunedin
Experience a market brimming with treasures with Steamer Basin’s finest brews, Wild Dispensary's herbal concoctions, and the No8 distillery's artisanal spirits.
Blend Your Own Botanical Spirit
1pm-2.30pm & 3pm-4.30pm
Blend your own botanical spirits at Dunedin Craft Distillers.
tītī - Wild on the Menu (Sold Out)
(SOLD OUT) Enjoy this annual five-course wild food dinner created by Chef Hannes Bareiter and his team at Tītī Restaurant.
Blend Your Own Botanical Spirit
1pm-2.30pm & 3pm-4.30pm
Blend your own botanical spirits at Dunedin Craft Distillers.
From Garden to Plate - No.7 Balmac (Sold Out)
Celebrate Earth Day with a botanical cocktail in No7 Balmac kitchen garden, followed by a multi-course locally sourced dinner.
A Foraging Journey
2 Sessons: 12pm-2pm & 3pm-5pm
Discover the secret of using native plants in spirits during a hike and tasting with distiller, Julien.
A Wild Evening at Glenfalloch (Sold Out)
SOLD OUT- Friday 19th tickets available
Wild Evening at Glenfalloch with special guest Fleur from Fleurs Place.
Gardening with Climate Change
A talk, a walk with Fiona Eadie, whilst pondering gardening in a changing climate, finishing with a tasting of Sandymount Gin.
A Wild Evening at Glenfalloch (Sold Out)
Saturday 20th sold out - Friday 19th tickets available
Wild Evening at Glenfalloch with special guest Fleur from Fleurs Place.
Up Late at the Museum
Up Late at the Museum will open the Wild Dunedin Festival for 2024 with wonderful, wild offers all night! Enjoy the 7x7 Wild Talks, make a bird feeder, and more!
Dunedin Craft Distillers Tastings
Meet the makers and taste the 2023 Wild Dunedin gin featuring fruits gathered from a local forage.
Wild Night Market
Experience some of our best local and artisanal food and drink companies all in one place at Tūhura Otago Museum.
Wine and Design – Making Bitters (SOLD OUT)
Create your own bitters in this refreshing workshop with the team from Wild Dispensary.
Dunedin Craft Distillers Tastings
Meet the makers and taste the 2023 Wild Dunedin gin featuring fruits gathered from a local forage.
Dunedin Craft Distillers Tastings
Meet the makers and taste the 2023 Wild Dunedin gin featuring fruits gathered from a local forage.
Week day 30-minute tours from 1pm-7pm from Wednesday (19th) and Thursday (20th).
Harbourside Grill - Earth to Sea (CANCELLED)
A locally sourced 3-course dinner by chef Matthew BryanHunter
Botanical Pop-Up
A laneway event with Steamer Basin Brewery, Wild Dispensary, Links Quality Meats, Dunedin Craft Distillers and Augustines of Central with food, drinks and products flavoured by the same wild plant.
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