Community Events
Community garden working bees, farmers markets, festivals.
Check the calendar for community events near you.
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Events Listed Below:
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North East Valley Crop Swap
Join us in the Fred Hollows Room at the Valley Project, 262 North Rd, for a NEV Crop Swap!
North East Valley Crop Swap
Join us in the Fred Hollows Room at the Valley Project, 262 North Rd, for a NEV Crop Swap!
North East Valley Crop Swap
Join us in the Fred Hollows Room at the Valley Project, 262 North Rd, for a NEV Crop Swap!
North East Valley Crop Swap
Join us in the Fred Hollows Room at the Valley Project, 262 North Rd, for a NEV Crop Swap!
Our Food Network - Networking Hui
Our Food Network AGM, Dunningham Suite, Dunedin City Library. 5.30pm meet for chat and kai. 6pm AGM. 6.30pm Craig McGeady on setting up a no dig garden at Shetland St community garden. 7pm committee meeting.
Seminar
Award-winning environmental historian Dr Catherine Knight will talk on "An Uncommon Land: From a history of enclosure towards a regenerative future" at the Centre for Sustainability Seminar Room, 563 Castle Street North, Dunedin and online, Thursday, August 14 midday to 1pm.
North East Valley Crop Swap
Join us in the Fred Hollows Room at the Valley Project, 262 North Rd for our next NEV Crop Swap!
Local Growers Hui
Local Growers Hui
Join us for a fun and informative weekend of community building for market gardeners.
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This hui is for both established commercial growers and aspiring growers to get together and share in the challenges and successes of growing for our communities. This can be difficult mahi, but it is rewarding. Let's come together to figure out how to make growing easier and more productive.
Community garden open day
Shetland St community garden open day, 28 Shetland St, next to Araiteuru Marae, 10am-3pm. Garden tour, share stories, connect people. Optional: bring kai to share and plants to swap.
North East Valley Community Garden
Are you a keen gardener and want to share your knowledge and skills?
Or are you new to gardening and want to learn more?
Keen to connect with others and get involved in your local community?
Nau mai, haere mai!
New people always welcome at the North East Valley Community Garden! No experience necessary.
Bring your enthusiasm and a passion for learning !
See you at the NEV Community Garden on the field above the North East Valley Normal School, 248 North Road, Dunedin.
Give To Grow: Tool Refurbishment Working Bee
On the second Saturday of each month, we run a tool refurbishment working bee from 11am-2pm, in order to get tools in a good working order before they are distributed to new owners. Everyone welcome!
North East Valley Community Garden
Are you a keen gardener and want to share your knowledge and skills?
Or are you new to gardening and want to learn more?
Keen to connect with others and get involved in your local community?
Nau mai, haere mai!
New people always welcome at the North East Valley Community Garden! No experience necessary.
Bring your enthusiasm and a passion for learning !
See you at the NEV Community Garden on the field above the North East Valley Normal School, 248 North Road, Dunedin.
North East Valley Community Garden
Are you a keen gardener and want to share your knowledge and skills?
Or are you new to gardening and want to learn more?
Keen to connect with others and get involved in your local community?
Nau mai, haere mai!
New people always welcome at the North East Valley Community Garden! No experience necessary.
Bring your enthusiasm and a passion for learning !
See you at the NEV Community Garden on the field above the North East Valley Normal School, 248 North Road, Dunedin.
Our Food Network - Networking Hui
You're invited to the next Our Food Networking Hui!
Join us on the 29th May, 6:30 PM - 7:30PM at the Dunningham Suite, Dunedin Public Library for an inspiring evening of connection and conversation.
Meet like-minded locals, explore ideas around food resilience, and hear from our special guest speaker, Dennis Enright from Biochar.
Let’s grow stronger together—see you there!
North East Valley Community Garden
Are you a keen gardener and want to share your knowledge and skills?
Or are you new to gardening and want to learn more?
Keen to connect with others and get involved in your local community?
Nau mai, haere mai!
New people always welcome at the North East Valley Community Garden! No experience necessary.
Bring your enthusiasm and a passion for learning !
See you at the NEV Community Garden on the field above the North East Valley Normal School, 248 North Road, Dunedin.
North East Valley Community Garden
Are you a keen gardener and want to share your knowledge and skills?
Or are you new to gardening and want to learn more?
Keen to connect with others and get involved in your local community?
Nau mai, haere mai!
New people always welcome at the North East Valley Community Garden! No experience necessary.
Bring your enthusiasm and a passion for learning !
See you at the NEV Community Garden on the field above the North East Valley Normal School, 248 North Road, Dunedin.
North East Valley Community Garden
Are you a keen gardener and want to share your knowledge and skills?
Or are you new to gardening and want to learn more?
Keen to connect with others and get involved in your local community?
Nau mai, haere mai!
New people always welcome at the North East Valley Community Garden! No experience necessary.
Bring your enthusiasm and a passion for learning !
See you at the NEV Community Garden on the field above the North East Valley Normal School, 248 North Road, Dunedin.
Organics Unearthed
Creating a Permaculture FOOD FOREST - April 17th, Musselburgh, Dunedin. Proud to be part of the 2025 WILD DUNEDIN FESTIVAL - Ōtepoti Dunedin Rocks!
Give To Grow: Tool Refurbishment Working Bee
On the second Saturday of each month, we run a tool refurbishment working bee from 11am-2pm, in order to get tools in a good working order before they are distributed to new owners. Everyone welcome!
North East Valley Community Garden
Are you a keen gardener and want to share your knowledge and skills?
Or are you new to gardening and want to learn more?
Keen to connect with others and get involved in your local community?
Nau mai, haere mai!
New people always welcome at the North East Valley Community Garden! No experience necessary.
Bring your enthusiasm and a passion for learning !
See you at the NEV Community Garden on the field above the North East Valley Normal School, 248 North Road, Dunedin.
SCAN Public Presentation
You're Invited! 🌱
Join Seniors Climate Action Network for our next free public presentation, showcasing inspiring local work towards a more sustainable future.
🗣️ Guest Speaker: Robyn Zink
🌍 Organisation: Our Food Network Ōtepoti
🕛 When: Monday 28th April, 12 noon – 1 pm
📍 Where: Dunedin Public Library, Dunningham Suite (4th Floor)
Topic:
Food is not just a necessity or a basic human right—it’s how we connect with each other and the environment. Our Food Network Ōtepoti is building healthier, more resilient communities through stronger local food systems.
Come learn about their amazing work and how you can be part of creating a food system that works for everyone! 💚
👉 All welcome – bring a friend!
Let’s grow a better future together 🌿
#SustainableFuture #LocalFoodSystems #DunedinEvents #ClimateAction #OurFoodNetwork #CommunityMatters
North East Valley Community Garden
Are you a keen gardener and want to share your knowledge and skills?
Or are you new to gardening and want to learn more?
Keen to connect with others and get involved in your local community?
Nau mai, haere mai!
New people always welcome at the North East Valley Community Garden! No experience necessary.
Bring your enthusiasm and a passion for learning !
See you at the NEV Community Garden on the field above the North East Valley Normal School, 248 North Road, Dunedin.
2025 Community Fruit Harvest Festival
You’re invited to the Community Fruit Harvest Dunedin Harvest Festival! Come help us celebrate the success of another season, recognising our fruit owners, volunteers and recipients.
Mark your calendars for Sunday, April 27th, from 11:00 AM to 2:30 PM at the North East Valley School Hall for a day of fun, food, and festivities! Celebrate the season with a variety of activities including:
Community & Market Stalls
BBQ & Food Trucks
Workshops & Live Music
Family Fun & Competitions
Spot Prizes & Apple Pressing
Seed Swap & Coffee
Kids activities
This is a zero waste event, so please bring your own keep-cups and empty juice bottles to fill with freshly pressed apple juice for just $2 per litre. Don’t miss the free crop swap happening right after the festival, from 3:00 to 4:00 PM!
Want to get involved? More details listed below! Check out the Facebook Event Page.
Organics Unearthed
INTERACTIVE TALK: Underground Friends Rock! April 22. KIDS FREE. Proud to be part of the 2025 WILD DUNEDIN FESTIVAL - Ōtepoti Dunedin Rocks!
North East Valley Community Garden
Are you a keen gardener and want to share your knowledge and skills?
Or are you new to gardening and want to learn more?
Keen to connect with others and get involved in your local community?
Nau mai, haere mai!
New people always welcome at the North East Valley Community Garden! No experience necessary.
Bring your enthusiasm and a passion for learning !
See you at the NEV Community Garden on the field above the North East Valley Normal School, 248 North Road, Dunedin.
Organics Unearthed
Creating a Permaculture FOOD FOREST - April 17th, Musselburgh, Dunedin. Proud to be part of the 2025 WILD DUNEDIN FESTIVAL - Ōtepoti Dunedin Rocks!
North East Valley Community Garden
Are you a keen gardener and want to share your knowledge and skills?
Or are you new to gardening and want to learn more?
Keen to connect with others and get involved in your local community?
Nau mai, haere mai!
New people always welcome at the North East Valley Community Garden! No experience necessary.
Bring your enthusiasm and a passion for learning !
See you at the NEV Community Garden on the field above the North East Valley Normal School, 248 North Road, Dunedin.
Give To Grow: Tool Refurbishment Working Bee
On the second Saturday of each month, we run a tool refurbishment working bee from 11am-2pm, in order to get tools in a good working order before they are distributed to new owners. Everyone welcome!
Wild Dunedin
Get ready to rock your socks off and immerse yourself in our incredible natural environment at Wild Dunedin 2025 - New Zealand’s premier Festival of Nature!
This year’s theme celebrates the fascinating story of our unique geology. From rugged coastlines to ancient volcanic landscapes, the Otago environment tells a tale millions of years in the making—and this is your chance to explore it! But it’s not all about rocks – there’s plenty of opportunities to get up close and personal with your favourite local wildlife.
Starting on April 11 and closing on Earth Day, April 22, the festival includes a wide range of fun and educational events for all ages. Whether you’re a budding geologist, a wildlife enthusiast, or just curious about nature’s wonders, there’s something for everyone.
Join us for guided walks, family-friendly workshops, interactive talks, wild dining events, and more. Wild Dunedin isn’t just a festival; it’s a community coming together to support and preserve nature. So, put it in your diary, tell all your friends, and let’s get ready to ROCK!
North East Valley Community Garden
Are you a keen gardener and want to share your knowledge and skills?
Or are you new to gardening and want to learn more?
Keen to connect with others and get involved in your local community?
Nau mai, haere mai!
New people always welcome at the North East Valley Community Garden! No experience necessary.
Bring your enthusiasm and a passion for learning !
See you at the NEV Community Garden on the field above the North East Valley Normal School, 248 North Road, Dunedin.
North East Valley Community Garden
Are you a keen gardener and want to share your knowledge and skills?
Or are you new to gardening and want to learn more?
Keen to connect with others and get involved in your local community?
Nau mai, haere mai!
New people always welcome at the North East Valley Community Garden! No experience necessary.
Bring your enthusiasm and a passion for learning !
See you at the NEV Community Garden on the field above the North East Valley Normal School, 248 North Road, Dunedin.