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Since 1995 the Seafest is held in Kaikoura on the first Saturday in October each year. You cannot miss the location on the beachfront, the Takahanga Domain on the Esplanade. But you could miss out if you do not purchase your ticket well in advance.
As Kaikoura is the town of the "Meal of Crayfish", so the translation of the Maori name, the festival matches its location very well. It features wine and food from the region - better: of two regions, namely the local region of Marlborough and the very close region of North Canterbury. Both regions are famous for their wine and food.
The big party already starts before the event, and the Sunday after also keeps the party feeling.
When I checked the www.seafest.co.nz website last time it did not work, so I add the general information of the Kaikoura website.
Written Feb 1, 2007
Phone: (03) 319 5614 (Visitor Centre)
Website: http://www.kaikoura.co.nz/main/seafest/
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The Visitor Centre also stocks a great range of local souvenirs. Other services include luggage storage, foreign currency exchange (weekends only), fax service, weather reports, comfy seats and continuous nature videos.
Hours of Operation: Open Mon - Fri 9.00am-5.30pm, Sat & Sun 9.00am - 4.30pm, with extended opening hours during January - February.
Written Jan 18, 2004
Phone: 3 319 5641
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Pacifica Kaikoura Seafest
In OCTOBER on FIRST SATURDAY held annually in Kaikoura, New Zealand
A unique festival, celebrating the bounty of the Kaikoura region. It offers an opportunity to sample delectable seafoods and beverages from all over the region. Entertainment provided
Written Jan 18, 2004
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Pacifica Kaikoura SeafestIn OCTOBER on FIRST SATURDAY held annually in Kaikoura, New Zealand A unique festival, celebrating the bounty of the Kaikoura region....
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Q: Anyone here knows what sort of drinks to they sell at Nins Bin (if any). Would not mind some beer or wine to go with my crayfish...
A: Can't tell, have never paid attention... But I can check it out when I go there next time, probably in Jan or early Feb. When will you travel?
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