Kapiti Events

Kāpiti Run for Youth is OPEN for Registration by Individuals and Groups

Kāpiti Run for Youth is OPEN for Registration by Individuals and Groups

Kāpiti Coast, Wellington, New Zealand Thursday 25th, 2024: The Web Genius Kāpiti Run for Youth has activated its campaign to take place on the beach on Sunday 17th March 2024 – note your calendar now! 

Kāpiti Run for Youth takes place annually to raise funds and fitness for Kāpiti rangatahi youth while having fun walking or running along the beautiful Kāpiti coastline.  “This event continues to inspire Web Genius with its ability to connect people and galvanise participants, fundraising partners and sponsors”, says Richard Calkin, the Founder of Web Genius.  Last year we raised a record-breaking amount of money, $27,010, which was hugely satisfying, and we can’t wait to do it all again.” 

The Kāpiti Writers’ Retreat - Immerse yourself in writing and conversation

The Kāpiti Writers’ Retreat - Immerse yourself in writing and conversation

Immerse yourself in writing and conversation this summer. There’s something for everyone–whether you’re new to writing, an established writer, or somewhere in between. The Kāpiti Writers’ Retreat is happening from 23 - 25 February 2024 on the beautiful Kāpiti Coast north of Wellington. This three-day gathering for writers encompasses intensive morning workshops, lively discussions, and space to write, relax and engage with topics critical to your work.

Kāpiti Food Fair 2023: Meet the social team behind the scenes

Kāpiti Food Fair 2023: Meet the social team behind the scenes

Kāpiti Coast, Wellington, New Zealand, 5 October 2023: The countdown is on – and you can bet that at the Kāpiti Food Fair HQ our team is buzzing with excitement!  One thing you may not know is that it truly takes a village to make an event of this magnitude come together every year.  You’ve met our co-owners Helene and Jeanine, and we always make sure we introduce our sponsors, vendors, and all of our entertainers, plus our amazing crew and volunteers get some love, too!

Country Music Star Tami Neilson to Headline Kāpiti Food Fair Night Gig

Country Music Star Tami Neilson to Headline Kāpiti Food Fair Night Gig

Kāpiti Coast, Wellington, New Zealand, 4th August 2023 – The Kāpiti Food Fair is thrilled to announce the introduction of the brand-new Night Gig as part of its annual Fair day celebrations.  Taking centre stage at the inaugural event is none other than the internationally acclaimed country music sensation, Tami Neilson, most recently winner of the 2023 APRA Best Country Music Song Award for ‘Beyond the Stars’, a duet with Willie Nelson.  Having won multiple Country Music Awards, she is without a doubt, our Queen of Country Music!

The Kāpiti Food Fair: Taking action on eliminating waste from our landfills

The Kāpiti Food Fair: Taking action on eliminating waste from our landfills

Kāpiti Coast, Wellington, New Zealand, October 20th, 2022: In the lead up to this year’s Kāpiti Food Fair on Saturday December 3rd, the team has been working hard on their waste minimisation actions and sustainability efforts. This event brings in 12,000+ attendees to the Kāpiti Coast each year in addition to the 250 vendors on site with their staff and crew, so having a plan of action is of the utmost importance to the Fair’s owners.

Kāpiti Food Fair Announces Sponsor Partnerships for 2021 Event and Beyond

Kāpiti Food Fair Announces Sponsor Partnerships for 2021 Event and Beyond

Kapiti Coast, Wellington, New Zealand 9th June 2021: The Kāpiti Coast’s premiere food and beverage event, The Kāpiti Food Fair, is thrilled to announce sponsor partnerships for the 2021 festival. Established in 2008 as a community event, the Fair is owned and operated by Helene Judge and Jeanine van Kradenburg. While the Fair’s vision is about making a lasting impression in the hearts, and tummies, of all foodies, they are on a mission to bring visitors into Kāpiti to experience ‘our place’ while having a fun and indulgent day out – however, it takes a village to bring an event like this together.

Kapiti Food Fair wraps after serving a crowd of 22,064

Kapiti Food Fair wraps after serving a crowd of 22,064

The Kapiti Food Fair turned on an amazing day for 22,000+ visitors on Saturday 30 November.  The weather was perfect, and the vibe was one of happiness as visitors shopped, ate, drunk and were entertained by Celebrity Guest, Nicky Sinden ‘The Fishing Chick’, local demo chefs and performers on two stages.