622 days ago

Easter will be hopping in Wairarapa πŸ₯šπŸ°

The Team from Destination Wairarapa

Hop over for all sorts of fun this Easter - Wairarapa has lined up a stack of Easter events, wine & food, Farmers Markets, and outdoor adventure too.
Lock in your long weekend in Wairarapa: here's just some of what Easter has on offer:

Wairarapa Balloon Festival
The skies above the region will be dotted with hot air balloons - it's a photo moment for sure!

Grand finale of The Hendrick's Hootenanny in Greytown Village. The finest cocktails, and an abundance of gin-infused jubilation!
The National Tweed Ride is on Saturday 30th - it's a spectator sport as well. come and watch the riders leave the village at 1pm.

Molewood Orchard Apple Picking Saturday 30 & Sunday 31 March
Take a wander through Molewood Orchard picking a basket of delicious apples, only $2 per kg! Beautiful pears may also be available too.

Fun for the whole family in the Autumn sun: Check out some top activities for kids including a day at the beach, bike riding, horse riding and indoor activities, if the weather isn't playing ball! Great time for an autumn leg stretch too - brad a bike or a walk in the changing colours.
Here's our Easter guide : wairarapanz.com...

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