| Start Date: | Wednesday 12 September 2012 | ||
| End Date: | Sunday 16 September 2012 | ||
| Visit Website>>> | Whitianga Scallop Festival 15 September 2012 | ||
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What's on (Wednesday to Friday) The 5 day programme runs from Wednesday to Sunday with the main festival day being held on Saturday. The programme kicks off with a winemakers dinner at Salt Restaurant on the Wednesday night, followed by Scallop Karaoke at the Blacksmith Bar. Other warm up events include: comedy extravaganza at Blacksmith Bar featuring 3 of NZ's finest comedians, Scallop Idol at Smitty's Sports Bar & Grill and The Blacksmith Lane Street party with live entertainment, music and food. |
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The Big Day (Saturday) When the gates open at 10am, prepare to have your tastebuds tantalised with the Coromandel's finest seafood and homegrown cuisine. Over 60 specialty food and wine stalls and marquees set under cover on the marina reserve, waiting for you to enjoy and indulge! Catch the live music & cooking performances happening on four different stages throughout the day. Also lookout for the Scallop Band, entertaining you around the grounds throughout the day. Check-out the Funzone with the kids and enjoy one of the many activities on offer like facepainting, scallop decorating & the bouncy castle. The party will continue into the evening, watch some Live Sport on the big screen at Smitty's Sports Bar, enjoy a meal at Salt Restaurant or dance the night away with live music at Blacksmiths Bar or the Mercury Bay Club. |
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The Wind Down (Sunday) On Sunday get into town and find out who the winners were for the best food & wine stalls with more live entertainment, food and prizes or if you prefer something a little more chilled, check-out The Lost Spring for a relaxing swim in their hot mineral pools, have a massage or something to eat. |
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Accommodation and Transport Accommodation during this event will be keenly sought after, so early booking of accommodation is recommended. Motorhomes & campervans are another popular option. Use the links below to find: Coromandel Accommodation Coromandel Transport Coromandel Activities Venue: Marina Reserve, Whitianga |
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