Wondering what's on locally this weekend in Waitaki?

You’re in the right place and you’re spoilt for choice.

Spread your wings, gather the flock and fly along to the Topflite National Bird Show.

Open to bird exhibitors and bird enthusiasts alike, get along to Ōamaru's Drill Hall and see what everyone is chirping about.

• Friday 25th July 4.00pm until 5.30pm
• Saturday 26th July 9.00am until 5.00pm
• Sunday 27th July 9.00am until 11.30am

Admission

$5 per Adult,

Children under-16 are free.

Full details on the app.

Finish Friday with the Best in Fringe.

Harriet Moir is back in town, hot off the success of a sold-out season at Dunedin Fringe Festival.

Gather the gals (and the guys if they’re brave) and get your ticket to see this multi-award-winning comedian in, Just Eat the Damn Sausage, performed in the Ink Box Theatre at Ōamaru's Opera House.

Nothing is off limits as Harriet flips the bird to the patriarchy. R18, contains partial nudity!

Friday, 25 July, at 7.30pm

Full details on the app.

Feeling a more family-friendly vibe? Scout out what's on at Riviera Cinema Ōamaru.

The Ōamaru Scouts are fundraising for Venture26 with a special showing of The Fantastic Four: First Steps.

Friday, 25 July, at 6pm

Riviera Cinema | 239 Thames Street

$20 including a free raffle ticket.

Full details on the app.

Scotts Brewing Co.

If that winter chill is wearing thin, head along for a boogie at local hot spot, Scotts.

Hot Mess have you sorted, as you heat up the dance floor. One gal and four guys brought together by an intense love for good music. No musical genre is off limits as long as it moves you!

Saturday, 26 July, at 8pm

Full details on the app.

Mid-Winter Swim

Looking to start your Sunday with a splash? More FM's Mid-Winter Swim with Fat Sally's is back for 2025!

Nothing says winter like a dip in the harbour... right?

“Chuck on your best costume and you could score a Fat Sally’s voucher! Whether you’re rocking a onesie, a superhero cape or just braving in boardies - let's have some fun!”

Meet at Friendly Bay (next to The Galley Café) from 11:30am, with the splashing set to start at 12pm sharp!

Full details on the app.

Sunday Sessions

If the chill doesn’t give you a thrill, sit back and relax and get into The Groove.

Enjoy an afternoon of live blues and classic rock music from Timaru's finest, The Groove, back at Scotts Brewery.

Sunday, 27 July 2 - 5pm

Full details on the app.

It’s all here! Check out the Waitaki App What’s on Guide for more about what's on offer.