up and coming events
events in russell
This charming town is the perfect place for a whole range of events. We will keep you informed of all the happenings in Russell via our calendar.
GIBBS sCulpture farm Charity Tour - Friday 11th april 2025
We have the opportunity for approximately 200 people to visit the wonderful Gibbs Farm (www.gibbsfarm.org.nz/) on the Kaipara Harbour,
Entry tickets are $95. People can make their own way there and will get guidance for parking and walking at the gate.
We have a bus travelling from Opua – with a picnic lunch and meal during the return for an extra $185.
The visit at the farm is from 10am until 2pm. It is a good idea to set aside 3 full hours of walking. If you would like to buy tickets please email alwyn.poole@gmail.com or contact Russel Booking & Information Office.
We will invoice and send your ticket immediately on payment. Or you can pay at Russell B&I.
Bay of Islands Education Experience will use some of the funds to:
- place a high-quality live web cam on the top of the Russell Booking and Information Centre.
- to purchase an incredible underwater drone to do bay clean-ups, monitor the ocean floor across the Bay of Islands, create incredible experiences and footage of the underwater environment in this wonderful area.
Partners:
Kororareka Wharf Trust (for continued waterfront care)
Russell Tennis Club
Russell Booking and Information Centre
Bay of Islands Education Experience
Contact:
Alwyn.poole@gmail.com
Or Russell Booking and Information Centre: 09 403 8020
Old Packhouse Markets
Location: 505 Kerikeri Road, Kerikeri
When: Every Saturday, 8 am to 1.30 pm; Every Sunday, 9 am to 1.30 pm
What: Locally grown produce. Artisanal products, arts and crafts, natural healing products made in Northland. Hot food, coffee, bakery, deli.
On Sunday also new and upcycled vintage and retro items, including some products not made in Northland.
Practical: Free parking on site, Cash out facilities available, café and restaurant open.
Bay of Islands Farmers Markets
Where and when:
Paihia, Village Green, 60 Marsden Rd: Every Thursday Afternoon, 12.30pm to 3.30pm
Kerikeri (Post Office Carpark, 10 Hobson Ave): Every Sunday Morning, 8.30am – 12pm
What: Locally grown seasonal produce, cheese, preserves, free range eggs, artisan food, beverages like orange juice and locally grown and roasted coffee.
Practical: Parking is on-site or nearby, mobility accessible, dogs on leash allowed, ATM machines available both in Paihia and Kerikeri, most vendors will accept Eftpos payments.
Russell Craft Market
When:
Operates on a regular basis. Often to coincide with a cruise ship visit. (advertised through their Facebook page), 9am to 3 pm.
Where:
Russell Town Hall. 150 meters from the Russell Booking and Information Centre on the Wharf.
What:
Products crafted by residents of the Russell peninsular and the adjacent islands. Giftware, jewellery,, baby goods, woodturning, hand painted porcelain, herbal lotions, pottery, quilts, fabrics and more.
Practical: Wheelchair accessible, All stalls have eftpos. Contact Anne 0272445317