Akarua Arrowtown Autumn Festival

Celebrate the best of the south with the annual Akarua Autumn Festival.
As the Akarua Autumn Festival enters its 30th year, what's not to love?
Visitors and locals alike come in droves to soak up the unmatched Arrowtown surrounds, atmosphere and entertaining attractions, including the Arrow Miners Band and the Buckingham Belles Can Can.
Many long-held festival traditions like the Art Exhibition, the Grand Variety Concert, the Vintage Cars, the Shotover Country Music Concert and the Arrowtown Entertainers Musical, remain a drawcard for punters, while the Pie, Pint and Pinot event boasts a hearty line-up of gourmet pies, locally-brewed craft beer and a stunning range of wines from Akarua Winery.
To view the full event programme or secure tickets to an event, see their website here.
latest issue:
Issue #121
As winter arrives, so does the latest issue of dish! With over 60 recipes this edition features seasonal produce like pumpkin, leeks and silverbeet whipped into delicious dinners. Pasta takes centre-stage in 5 outrageously tasty recipes, then we break out the slow cooker and amp up the comfort with cozy roasts and braises. Winter wouldn’t be the same without a hearty pie or two, and we have a selection – from Beef Cheek Pot Pie to Moroccan Shepherd’s Pie. Food Fast has your speedy weeknight dinners covered then Melie brings the magic with inventive chicken dishes while Olivia’s baking and desserts will brighten the even the coldest days.