Whitianga Scallop Festival

Get your scallop fix in the Coromandel this September.
The Whitianga Scallop Festival will return to The Esplanade in Whitianga this September.
Now in its thirteenth year, the festival is a celebration of all things seafood and a fixture on the annual food calendar. Indulge in some of New Zealand's best seafood as the Coromandel township transforms into a verified foodies' hub come Saturday September 16, boasting more than 60 different food stands and a selection of some of the country's most lauded wineries.
Punters will be treated to a series of live cooking demonstrations, entertainment across three different musical stages and a seriously fresh line-up of delicious dishes.
To read more or book your tickets,simply head over here.
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