"Steampunk Dayze" organiser Kim "Dusty" Murtagh said visitors embraced the steampunk theme at the former Black Horse Brewery site, with many dressing as steampunk characters, including Clutha Mayor Bryan Cadogan and some council staff.
The 10ha field of daffodils at the old brewery site at Wetherstons was first planted 117 years ago. In its heyday in the 1930s, it attracted thousands of visitors.
Delegates from the World Daffodil Convention, who spent the afternoon at Wetherstons, were impressed with site and its range of daffodils. More than 80 delegates and friends visited yesterday, joining a crowd of more than 200.
Convention organising committee chairman Trevor Rollinson, of Dunedin, said the site was "absolutely unique" in New Zealand.
"It really appeals to enthusiasts who like looking at historical daffodils, and for others who love the range of colours."
Cindy Haeffner, of Missouri, said she had never seen anything like the former brewery.
"It's just amazing to see how they have developed the daffodils over the years."
Steampunk Dayze was the central event of Daffodil Dayze, which runs each year during spring, from September 1 to November 30. It showcases the brewery ruins and features walks and rare plant species.
The site is open each day from 10am to 5pm. After paying an entry fee, visitors can walk through fields of daffodils and the brewery ruins.
