Event round up
9th August
Southland Hug a Rig Day
A fun filled day out for people of all ages with special needs or complicated lifelong medical conditions. Event organised by Rapid Relief Team NZ. Contact: 027 773 2700, email: hugarigsouthland@gmail.com of check it out on Facebook.
31st August from 8.30am
Special Rigs for Special Kids
Make sure to be in Midlands Street Dunedin (beside the Edgar Centre) and be part of one of the longest running community events supporting those with lifelong medical conditions or special needs. The convoy that cares email: greg.inch.nz@gmail.com, www.specialrigs.org.nz or call Greg Inch 027 435 8508. Check it out on Facebook.
6th September 10am till 1pm
Smiles for Miles
Smiles for Miles is a community event offering rides in trucks or vintage cars supporting the special needs and medically challenged communities. Run out of Ryal Bush Ashburton’s yard, 77 Maronan Road, Tinwald. There is a free sausage sizzle (provided by the Rapid Relief Team). If you wish to support this great cause (with your time or a vehicle) please contact Dean Rattray 027 496 2702. Check it out on Facebook.
20th-21st September 10am till 4pm / 3pm
Scale Model Expo 2025
Marlborough’s renowned Scale Model Show returns to show case a stunning world in miniature. Once again thew Nelson Marlborough Truck Model Club will be hosting this great family event at the Redwood Hall, Oliver Park, Blenheim. Admission $5 per adult, under 12s Free. Check it out on Facebook.
26th September
Road Transport Hall of Fame
Every year, the Mobil 1 NZ Road Transport Hall of Fame honours and celebrates the outstanding contributions made by several Kiwis, up and down the country, to the national road transport industry. Details at https://www.roadtransporthalloffame.co.nz/
27th September
Alexandra Blossom Festival
Celebrate the arrival of spring at NZ's longest running festival, the renowned Alexandra Blossom Festival. Part of the wonderful celebration includes the Booth's Logistics Ltd 43rd Annual truck parade. Arrivals from 7am, judging from 8am. 11:45am the parade begins. Contacts: email: info@blossom.co.nz, www.blossom.co.nz/events/booths-logistics-parade-trucks or call 021 879 849. Check it out on Facebook.
27th September from 10am
Mangakino Lake Hop
The Mangakino Lake Hop is back for its seventh year. Enjoy a wide array of vehicles including trucks. Register your vehicle at lakehop.co.nz Entry $5 per person, $20 Family pass (2 Adults - 3 children), children under 10 free. Contact: mangakinolakehop@gmail.com Check it out on Facebook.
4th October
Nationals Truck Show
Formerly The Mount Truck Show, The Nationals Truck show has rebranded after merging forces with Downtime Entertainment. The next event sees the truck show join forces with Autofest 2025 at Mercury Baypark, Mt Maunganui. Watch the rigs come to life after dark in an epic 'Night Glow' display. Check it out on Facebook.
11th October
Mackenzie Auto and Agri Display
From tractors and trucks to motorbikes and cars and everything in between get your pride and joy out of the shed and along to Gillingham Street, Fairlie. $10 per vehicle, Public entry $5 per adult, children Free. Check it out on Facebook.
15th to 17th October
Bill Richardson Truck Rally
To commemorate 20 years since the passing of Bill Richardson a special event is being held to honour of the remarkable man. To celebrate his legacy a truck rally from Christchurch to the Bill Richardson Transport World. Tickets are available now here. Contacts: transportworld.co.nz, email: info@transportworld.co.nz or phone: 03 217 0199. Check it out on Facebook.
26th October Labour Weekend
Southland Transport Invercargill Truck Parade
The annual Invercargill Truck Parade returns for another year. Prize giving is held at the Newfield Tavern in the Big Willy’s function room at 5pm with a light supper and DJ to follow. $10 entry fee for judged trucks - arrive between 8am and 10am free is not judged, parade starts at 1pm sharp. Check it out on Facebook.
1st November
Dave Carr Memorial Run 10th Anniversary
The challenge is to attract 100 trucks for the milestone anniversary. Meet at the Highway Inn Carpark Inn, 527 Sawyers Arms Road, Christchurch for a 09am departure. $20 donation per truck/person, there will be a bus available for those who don't have a set of wheels. Check it out on Facebook.
7th February 2026 10am till 3pm
Kids' N Rigs Truck Show
Entertainment for the whole family - FREE to the public. Come along to the Richmond A&P Show Grounds and have a ride in a truck. To register your interest or sponsor the event email kidsnrigs@gmail.com or call Darren on 027 554 4326. Registrations required by 26th January 2026. Check it out on Facebook.
22nd February 2026
Wellington Truck and Transport Show
The Wellington Lions are turning it on for local families with the biennial Truck and Transport Show in support of Life Flight Rescue Helicopter Service. Following the truck parade, you will find a wide range of trucks, cars and trade displays. Helicopter and kids rides also on site. For more information contact: wgtntruckshow@gmail.com Check it out on Facebook.
8th March 2026
Taranaki Truck Show
Taranaki’s Truck show is scheduled for Taranaki Anniversary weekend 2026. More details to follow… Check it out on Facebook.
23rd March 2026
Truckers Showdown
A family run Truck Show for truckers is coming back to Whangarei. Support local businesses and give to charity. Come along and support truckers, if you’d like to get involved get in touch. Contact email: felixstowelodge@gmail.com of check it out on Facebook.
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