A Spring Salute to Dads at Ongaonga Historic Village: CANCELLED

EVENT UPDATE: The Spring Salute to Dads is unfortunately cancelled. We are still hoping to catch Ongaonga in their finest form at the Victorian Market and Fair on 19 September, pending Alert Level changes.

Step back in time and celebrate both the first weekend of Spring and Father’s Day at Ongaonga Historic Village.

Discover the village’s heritage listed buildings, including a peak at the Category Listed 1 Coles NZ building currently under restoration, poke your head into Ongaonga Museum and enjoy a traditional New Zealand bush tea straight from the Billy and cooked over hot Kanuka coals at this truly unique fair.

Running from midday until 4pm, this is a free, open day of the village. However, any donations would be gratefully accepted and would go towards the continued restoration of the Ongaonga Museum and the Coles Factory.

Normal charges for the Ongaonga Museum are $5 for adults. Children aged 12-years and younger are free.
With plenty to see and do, this is the perfect day out for families.

The Spring Salute to Dads at Ongaonga Historic Village is a part of Central Hawke’s Bay Spring Fling. The Spring Fling is a series of standout events through September and October, capturing the essence of springtime in Central Hawke’s Bay! Spring is a stunning time of year in Central Hawke’s Bay and the Spring Fling is a wonderful showcase of the region.
Spring Fling events span from Otane to Takapau, Tikokino to Porangahau, and offer plenty of variety for visitors to experience the best Central Hawke’s Bay in spring.
However, you choose to enjoy the Spring Fling, we look forward to hosting you in this beautiful part of Hawke’s Bay, with warm Central Hawke’s Bay hospitality.