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Bathtubs and a pedal bike are among the quirky entries - alongside the like of a classic Riva once owned by Jackie Onassis. .

Ticket Information

  • General Admission: $30.00 each
  • Door Sales Only
  • Additional fees may apply

Dates

  • Sat 1 Mar 2025, 9:00am–4:30pm
  • Sun 2 Mar 2025, 12:00am

Restrictions

All Ages

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In the stunning setting of Lake Rotoiti in Nelson Lakes National Park, the NZ Antique and Classic Boatshow celebrates its 25th year os great boats and great company. The show now has an international following of those who love the fine lines off a classic craft - be that a sleek Italian motor boat, or a weathered Kauri clinker.

After two and a half decades the boat show continues to grow in the number and quality of craft presented, as well as the number of people coming to view the boats and the action on the lake. This includes races for all types of craft from jet boats to rowing skiffs, highlighted by the quirky Le Mans (beach race) start to the Seagull dinghy race.

Judging will take place on Saturday, ahead of an evening awards ceremony at the Alpine Lodge. At stake is the Jens Hansen Trophy where the judges are after good looks as well as history, construction and a boat with a story to tell.

Other awards include prizes for best new restoration, best steamboat, best jet-propelled craft and best themed display, as well as prizes for race winners.

All boats will be checked for noxious aquatic weeds, and oil leaks before entering the water; and boaties are reminded to be aware of minimising the spread of didymo. Reminder: DOC has released Kiwi into the National Park very close to where the show takes place, so no antique and classic dogs please!

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