Arrowtown Autumn Festival
A community festival of more than 40 events over four days, including the street parade, Market Day, an art exhibition at the Lakes District Museum, music and comedy.
- when
- Thu, 15 Apr to Sun, 18 Apr 2027
- where
- Arrowtown
- cost
- Paid
- kind of event
- Festival
From Arrowtown Autumn Festival, checked 6 October 2026.
| When | Thu, 15 Apr to Sun, 18 Apr 2027 |
| Where | Arrowtown |
| Cost | Mix of free and ticketed events; the 2026 schedule listed many free, no-booking events |
| Good with kids | Yes |
| Organiser | Arrowtown Autumn Festival (opens in a new tab) |
What it changes in town
Arrowtown very busy, with road closures on Buckingham Street for the parade and Market Day.
Getting there
Arrowtown is 21 km from central Queenstown, about 25 min by car (SH6 to Lake Hayes, then Arrowtown-Lake Hayes Road; or Malaghans Road). Without a car: Orbus Route 4 direct, or Route 1 then Route 2 via Frankton Hub, $2.50 with a Bee Card.
Routes and ride times: Arrowtown by bus. Every Orbus fare is $2.50 with a Bee Card.
Around the same time
- Routeburn ClassicSaturday, 17 April 2027 · Routeburn Track, Glenorchy
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Source: Arrowtown Autumn Festival, checked 6 October 2026. The description is ours. Dates are New Zealand time and plans change: confirm with the organiser before you travel for an event, and if you spot a change email hello@queenstownpocket.com.