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The MADE North Canterbury Pie Trail is back for July, giving visitors a tasty reason to explore local bakeries, cafés and producers while travelling through North Canterbury.

The MainPower Alpine Winter Festival returns to Hanmer Springs from 4–18 July with ice skating, light displays, Frosty Quest, craft markets and winter activities across the village.

The Hurunui Garden Festival returns from 29 October to 1 November 2026, opening private gardens and historic homesteads across the district alongside talks, workshops and spring experiences.

Travel creator Finding Alexx shares a go-to Hurunui guide spanning Hanmer Springs, Waipara wine country and the coast, with ideas for adventure, thermal pools, food, wine and memorable stays.

From Mt Lyford Lodge to Pegasus Bay and Fire & Ice, Hurunui's winter dining scene is full of fireplaces, local food and welcoming places to warm up after a day outdoors.