25th NZ Antique & Classic Boat Show
Lake Rotoiti, Nelson Lakes
March 1-2nd, 2025
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2 days of hydromatic relaxation at New Zealand’s premier classic boat show. The next show dates are confirmed as 1st/2nd March 2025!
Come to showcase your boat on and off water, and enjoy seeing historic boats of all types.
Pack up a picnic for an enjoyable day trip to beautiful St Arnaud, or stay for a fascinating weekend to see unique boats that tell the stories of the dedicated people who created them.
Enjoy meeting the unique characters that make classic boats such a special part of New Zealand’s history.
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Displays & Events
See 150+ boats from 1900 onwards displayed on the magnificent Kerr Bay foreshore in St Arnaud.
Owners showcase their craft on display, and can compete in unique on-water events.
Spectators can walk around the displayed craft, talk with the owners, and get within a stone’s throw of the on-water action from the shore of Kerr Bay.
Coffee and food is provided by local vendors.
On Saturday night, join the classic boat community for the official Regatta meal and Award Ceremony at Alpine Lodge.
There are classic boats and activities to interest and fascinate everyone.
150+ dinghies, canoes, yachts, jet boats, steam boats, racing boats and radio-controlled models on display in picturesque Kerr Bay, Lake Rotoiti.
Not-so-serious racing in multiple classes.
Located 650m above sea level in Kerr Bay, Lake Rotoiti, Nelson Lakes National Park.
Just off the beaten path in alpine village of St Arnaud, 100kms from Blenheim, 85 kms from Nelson, the NZ Antique & Classic Boat Show is worth the adventure just to get there. There are lots of accommodation options in St Arnaud, and nearby Murchison (45 mins), including motels, backpackers, rental baches and a motor lodges. There is a good General Store with petrol and diesel, 2 x cafes, DOC Park Headquarters, and a community centre.
