Nau mai, Haere mai. Welcome to Queenstown.

Nestled amidst New Zealand's spectacular alpine landscapes, Queenstown offers more than just a getaway. Immerse yourself in nature and connect with our landscapes and warm community. Queenstown invites you to slow down, experience more and become a temporary local.

In Queenstown, it's not just about the present, it’s about the future too. Learn more about Queenstown’s regenerative future and 2030 carbon zero ambition here.

Welcome to our backyard. Let's keep it special.

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31 Dec
events Music 31 Dec 2024

Queenstown New Year's Eve Fireworks

Bring in 2025 by joining us for the Queenstown New Year fireworks and celebrate with a bang! Our New...

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18 Jan
events Music 18 Jan 2025

Gibbston Valley Winery Summer Concert - Queenstown

Greenstone Entertainment are proud to present the return of the Summer Concert Tour to the stunning...

01 Feb
events Food & Drink 01 Feb 2025

Gin Fest Arrowtown

Gin Fest Arrowtown, returns in February for another unforgettable day of gin, music and community....

15 Feb
events Biking 15 Feb 2025

Natural Selection Bike Aotearoa New Zealand

NST Bike Aotearoa New Zealand will feature the world’s best freeride mountain bikers charging...

27 Feb
events Sporting 27 Feb 2025

New Zealand Open

The 104th edition of the iconic New Zealand Open is set to take place once again at the majestic...

01 Mar
events Biking 01 Mar 2025

The Motatapu

This is a bucket list event with stunning courses offering challenging yet achievable distances for...

 

Travel to a Thriving Future

In Queenstown, everyone wants to keep this place special.

 Queenstown Lakes is aiming to be a carbon zero visitor economy by 2030. The Queenstown Lakes regenerative tourism plan is centered around people and place, and sets out to ensure that everyone can enjoy this place for years to come. We would love for you to join the mission, get involved, and use the stories to inspire other destinations. You can learn more here.

 

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