Holiday fun at the races for the whole family

Kids Go Racing will be at all the events with a great range of games for under 12’s, including colouring-in competitions, goodie bags, the Sugar-Cube Relay, Pin The Tail on the Horse and heaps more.

Kids will even have the chance to meet Hopples or Stirrup, our friendly horse mascots!

Nelson

Thirty nine Interislander Summer Festival events take place at a range of sensational summer hotspots around the country from Boxing Day through until Waitangi Day 2015. Use the filter below to find an event near you!

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There’s nothing better than a day in the sun with family and friends – check out our Interislander Summer Festival Events below. Click here to view last season's events.

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Interislander Summer Festival Nelson Harness Races

Gates Open: 9:30 am Friday 09 Jan - Richmond Park

The ultimate weekend in sunny Nelson waits, kicking off with Interislander Summer Festival Nelson Harness Races. One of two thrilling days of harness racing; enjoy live music, free kids entertainment and plenty of on-track action. Pack a picnic or sample the Tasman district's local fare and fine wine at the popular food court area. Treat your family to a trip away to this stunning part of the world.

Interislander Summer Festival Nelson Harness Races

Gates Open: 9:30 am Sunday 11 Jan - Richmond Park

If you missed Day One, or had so much fun you're doing it again, Day Two of Interislander Summer Festival Nelson Harness Races takes place on Sunday 11 January 2015. Harness racing, live music, free kids entertainment and Nelson's super sunny climate - it's all waiting for you. The popular food court area is back, showcasing the best of Tasman's local fare and fine wine, or pack your own picnic and set up a base camp with family and friends.