Dunedin

The Octagon, Tomorrow, 6pm. New Year’s Eve 2023 — Concert in the Octagon. Free entry.

Waiora Scout Camp, 450 Silverstream Valley Rd, North Taieri, Dunedin. Today at 10am to January 3. Whare Flat Folk Festival, Dunedin’s legendary outdoors folk music festival is back.

Hanover Hall, 65 Hanover St, Dunedin. January 3, 8pm. Ballads to Blues ’24. ANZFA presents its second annual showcase of NZ folk artists, including a tribute to the late NZ folk legend Phil Garland.

Zanzibar, 311 George St, Dunedin. January 5, 9pm. JTB are throwing their annual Zanzibar Extravaganza. $20 pre-sales or $25 on the door.

Dunedin Railway Station, Anzac Ave, today, 8am-12.30pm. Otago Farmers Market.

Waikouaiti Rodeo, end of Beach Rd at sports ground, Waikouaiti. January 1, noon. Cowboys and cowgirls will be travelling from all over the country for the big prize money on offer. Gate prices cash only.

Hobby Lords, 125 King Edward St, Dunedin, January 5, 6.30pm. The South Island’s only Ravnica Remastered Preview event.

Milford Galleries, 18 Dowling St, Dunedin. Today, 11am-3pm. Join us as we celebrate some of Ian Scott’s early works in ‘‘New Realism 1966-1970’’.

Central Otago

Kurow Racecourse, Settlement Rd, Kurow. Today, noon-5pm. Adults $10, under 18 free.

Kurow Railway Reserve, 39 Gordon St, Kurow. January 1, 10am-3pm. Kurow New Year Market. Enjoy New Year’s Day at the Kurow Market celebrations, guaranteed to be the biggest one yet, with over 96 stalls.

XS Storage Bannockburn MTB, 419 Bannockburn Rd, Cromwell. Today, 2pm. Keen to explore the stunning surroundings of Central Otago and challenge yourself this festive season? Then register today for the legendary XS Storage Bannockburn MTB event.

Dunstan Arm Rowing Club, 185 Fruitgrowers Rd, Clyde. Tomorrow, 8am. Clyde Open Water Swim. Hosted in conjunction with the Dunedin Triathlon Club.

Otematata’s Best Dam Pub, 2736 Otematata-Kurow Rd. Tomorrow, 8.30pm-1.30am. New Year’s Eve — Brad Staley Band. Once again this year we have Brad Staley rocking you into our new year. Make sure you get to the pub early so you don’t miss out.

Bannockburn Inlet, Cairnmuir Rd, Bannockburn. January 2, 7am-7pm. Lake Dunstan Triathlon & Duathlon and Kayak Multisport Race. Adventure, adrenaline and dramatic landscapes await. Challenge yourself, family & friends this new year, in the beautiful surroundings of Bannockburn.

Cromwell Golf Club, Neplusultra St, Cromwell. Tomorrow, 8am-1pm. New Year’s Eve Ambrose. Bookings via Dotgolf or Pro-Shop (03)445-0165.

Roxburgh Racecourse, 334 Roxburgh East Rd. January 4, 1pm-6pm. Roxburgh Trots. Harness racing action at its best, get up close to the action at the picturesque Roxburgh Racecourse.

Highlands Motorsport Park, Cnr SH6 and Sandflat Rd, Cromwell. January 2, 8.30am-10am. Track Laps Breakfast — a great way for car enthusiasts to share a few yarns, a hearty breakfast and get out on our 4.1km circuit.

January 1, 4pm. Civil Construction Southern Sprintcar Series — Round 4. Don’t miss an epic night’s racing January 1, New Year’s Day at Central Motor Speedway.

January 5, 4pm-8pm. Locals’ night. Once a month come and treat Friday nights at Highlands as your local.

Muddy Creek Cafe, 2 Harvey St, Omakau. Tomorrow, 6pm. One menu, one long table, one price.

This time around we are taking you for a French Night celebration, just like we would have back home.

North Otago

Scotts’ Brewing Co, 1 Wansbeck St, Oamaru. Tomorrow, 2pm. Scotts’ Official NYE Party. Ring in the New Year with a bang at our epic NYE party.

Oamaru Public Gardens, Chelmer St, Oamaru. Tomorrow, 7pm. New Year’s Eve Party at the Gardens. Join us at the Oamaru Public Gardens to ring in the New Year with a great lineup of family-friendly entertainment including kid’s activities and food vendors.

The Oamaru Club, 32 Severn St, Oamaru. Tomorrow, 7.30pm. Pink Curtain Entertainment NZ are bringing you two bands for the night performing all the music you love, so book it in and get ready to dance your 2023 socks off into 2024.

Moeraki Tavern, 144 Haven St, Moeraki. Tomorrow, 8.30pm. New Year’s Eve with The Alcoves at the Moeraki Tavern. Enjoy great food, atmosphere and entertainment. Welcome in 2024 in beautiful Moeraki.

Southland

Gore and Districts Memorial RSA, 12 Bowler Ave, Gore. Tomorrow, 7.30pm. New Year’s Eve Entertainment. Let’s say goodbye to 2023 with one last party.

Curio Bay Camping Ground, 590 Waikawa Curio Bay Rd. Today, 1pm. Big Dig and Sand Sculpture. Sand sculpture starts at 11am and Big Dig at 1pm.