WHAT'S ON THIS SUMMER

CALENDAR FOR summer 2009 - 2010

CHRISTMAS WONDERLAND

WHAT: Between 2004 and 2006, Christmas Wonderland took over 42,000 people on a magical journey celebrating all things Christmas. This November that adventure continues. Don't miss this opportunity to experience one of the most breathtaking Christmas events in New Zealand.

WHERE: Rawene Centre, Birkenhead, North Shore City

WHEN:  25 November - 6 December 2009

 www.christmaswonderland.org.nz

PROGRAMMING SUMMER CAMP

WHAT:  If you can program in C/C++ or you want to learn to program in C/C++, then NZOI's summer camp may be for you.  Every summer, a training camp is held for students hoping to gain more skills and/or compete for a place on New Zealand's International Olympiad in Informatics team.

WHERE: Auckland University

WHEN: 7 January - 14 January 2010

www.nzoi.org.nz

HAPPY 10TH BIRTHDAY  MUSEUM of WELLINGTON

WHAT:  The Museum of Wellington is turning 10 years old and to celebrate it is hosting a party that will last an entire weekend. The party will be a Mad Hatters Tea Party, and will be a weekend full of fun, family events all revolving around Alice and Wonderland.

WHERE:  Wellington Waterfront

WHEN:  28-29 November 2009

http://www.museumofwellington.co.nz

WORLD BUSKERS FESTIVAL

WHAT: For 17 years, the pavements of Christchurch have been springing into life during the annual World Buskers Festival. The best street artists from across the continents amuse, bewilder and captivate crowds with their unique street theatre skills, stand up comedy, acrobatics, contortionism and crazy stunts.

WHERE:  Christchurch, various venues

WHEN:  21 January - 31 January 2010

www.worldbuskersfestival.com

PETER PAN

WHAT: Capturing the essence of what it is to be a child, Peter Pan has been delighting young and old for more than 100 years.  Soar through the clouds, fight the pirates and relive your childhood dreams with this fun-filled, swashbuckling adventure. Join in the fun with dress-up competitions, there's treasure to be won. Also, don't miss the chance to meet characters from Peter Pan.

WHERE:Aotea Centre, Auckland

WHEN: 2 - 6 December 2009

http://www.nzballet.org.nz

COROMADEL MUSIC FESTIVAL 2010

WHAT: Boh Runga and her band will join The Electric Confectionaires, Batucada Sound Machine, Tahuna Breaks and the Andrew White Band in an all day music festival at the Coromandel Area School. All proceeds will benefit education in Coromandel.

WHERE: Coromandel Area School

WHEN:  3 January

www.cedact.org.nz

KELLY CLARKSON TOUR

WHAT: : Kelly Clarkson, the world's first ‘American Idol' is bringing her All I Ever Wanted tour to New Zealand. In April 2010 she will be hitting shores with her infectious, high-energy live show. Her compatriot Eric Hutchinson will also join the Australian and New Zealand legs of the world tour.

WHERE:  Vector Arena, Auckland

WHEN:  11 April 2010

www.chuggentertainment.com