Green Geraldine is a 4-piece Wellington band of upbeat entertainers playing banging vintage groovy, bluesy dance hits from the 60’s to the 90’s.  This dazzling quartet pays homage to the musical legends of the last century with a tight team of polished performers that will have everyone partying like it’s 1999.

Vibrant front woman and lead vocalist, Gina, promises to engage and energise the audience.  Lead guitarist Reuben, will impress with his axe shredding artistry and vein-popping licks.  Nic on drums and Kylie on bass guitar make up a rock-solid rhythm section that’s tighter than your father-in-law’s handshake and unapologetically responsible for the audience’s involuntary and uncontrollable foot tapping and head bopping.

Wahine DJ extraordinaire guaranteed to light up the groove on the lunch time dance floor. Wellington based specialising in weddings, birthdays, and corporate events.

In 2023, she had the honour of livening up the Sky Stadium for the FIFA Women's World Cup and the Hurricanes Sky Stadium games.

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The Blueprint is a 3-piece covers juggernaut hailing from Wellington. With 13 years and over 500 gigs of experience, they are one of the most sought-after and experienced bands in the lower North Island.

In recent years they have headlined various festivals around NZ, including the Wairarapa Wines Harvest Festival, NZ Brewers Festival and the Picton Maritime Festival. Into their 4th year in a row of being on the lineup for Brew Years Eve at Brewtown, having played with Dragon, Jordan Luck, The Feelers and Hello Sailor at this event over the years.

The Blueprint will be playing with kiwi legends The Black Seeds, and US-ska-legends, Sublime with Rome to bring in 2025.

The Warratahs formed in 1986. Following a residency playing country covers at Wellington's Cricketers Arms, the band began recording their own material.

Their timeless, Kiwi-inflected, neo-traditional country, and relentless touring made them a loved and unique presence in the fashion-conscious music scene of the late 1980s. Saunders’ distinctive kiwi country voice and Nik Brown’s violin have been constants in the band.

It’s fair to say, The Warratahs made country, and roots music sound cool to city folks, and the enduring popularity of the sound has seen them continue to play and record for nearly 40 years. After the sudden death of drummer Michael Knapp in 2022, Caroline Easther (formerly of The Chills & The Verlaines) joined the band and completes the line-up with Nik Brown, Nick Theobald on bass and vocals, and Alan Norman playing piano and accordion An iconic band of Aotearoa who’s written some of New Zealand’s most loved songs with poetic lyrics skidding along on an exciting blend of accordion, fiddle, drums, guitars, and song – rockabilly with fire, with numerous albums to their credit. Their music has also featured on the adored NZ show, The Brokenwood Mysteries.

11.00 am - 11.45 am: Clint Lindsey

American style BBQ meat demo with Clint of Black Dog BBQ.  He will prepare, trim and walk through the cook for BBQ favourites like lamb shanks and pork ribs.  Get his tips and tricks to try at home on the BBQ this summer.

12.15 pm - 1.00 pm: Tim Costley MP Ōtaki

Tim will prepare the classic Kiwi dad style BBQ with seasonal veg and meats found in the fridge for the quintessential whānau BBQ with special guests, Bellyful Charity.

1.30 pm - 2.15 pm: Lucinda Caldwell

Lucinda of Seriously Pickled Catering Co is famous for her salads, gluten free sweet treats and her award-winning cheese scones.  Come and be infected by her enthusiasm and perfection with seasonal food.

2.45 pm - 3.30 pm: Jess Ongley

Have you ever wondered how a Thermomix machine could streamline your life? Let Jess show you how as she whips up tasty sweet and savoury dishes - she loves stress-free and quick cooking.

ZEAL Rangatahi Musicians

ZEAL Kāpiti is full of young musical and creative talent. Their line-up will be a mix of solo and duo performances by local rangatahi – your radar will be inspired by the talent on display.

Circus Party BBQ Show

An action-packed, high-energy explosion of circus street theatre! This show includes high skilled aerial circus, world class equilibristics, uniquely kiwi comedy and bizarre party tricks. All set on and around the humble BBQ.

Kubatana & Moringa Dancers

High energy, high tempo dance and percussion group influenced by West African music and culture in Wellington. There will be an uplifting vibe will bring life, energy and joy as you watch them perform.

FREE all day
Donations Welcome

KĀPITI CASTLES

Giant Slide, Giraffe Castle, Basketball shoot-out, Batter-up baseball, Noughts & Crosses, Jenga, Connect

DAIZY DESIGN FACE PAINTING

Wellington's Professional Face Painters