Bay Of Islands Activities
Check out all these exciting events and activities held in the Bay of Islands - all of which you can do while staying and enjoying the comforts of The Duke of Marlborough Hotel.
Bay of Islands Jazz & Blues Festival
9, 10, 11 August 2024
The Bay of Islands Jazz and Blues Festival features good music and friendship in the stunning setting of the Bay of Islands of New Zealand – one of the top tourist spots of the country.
The Duke of Marlborough boasts acts over the three days, check out our Accommodation options too!
The Edge Bay of Islands Beast
24 August 2024
The Bay of Islands Beast is designed to be tough but fun, so have some fun by participating in an awesome fancy dress costume – just make sure it can handle hills!
Bay of Islands Walking Weekend
10, 11, 12, 13 October 2024
We walk many of the islands and remote spots on the peninsula that are hard to access as individuals – the walking weekend makes it cost effective and hassle free. The walks are spectacular with breath taking scenery, amazing flora and fauna, but also very rich in history and culture, you are walking in footsteps of some of the first explorers to arrive in New Zealand.
PIC Bay of Islands Coastal Classic
25, 26, 27 October 2024
The PIC Coastal Classic Yacht Race from Auckalnd's Devonport Wharf to Russell Wharf in the Bay of Islands, is New Zealand's premier fleet yacht race and has been held annually at Labour weekend since its inception in 1982.
Northland Chess Championship 2024
2 November 2024
Northland Waste Kerikeri Half Marathon
16 November 2024
Starting in Okaihau the 21.1km course makes its way through rolling countryside to finish in the centre of town at the Kerikeri Domain. The race is largely downhill, so good for a PB, and perfect if you're new to running!
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The Duke of Marlborough is such a beautiful venue. We had the pleasure of having our wedding in the end of April at the Duke. Throughout the planning process and to day of celebrating our wedding the Duke went above and beyond. Thank you all for making our day so special and flawless
- Laura & Rem April 2021,
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