Celebrate Ōamaru in Full Festival Flair
The Extended Victorian | 8am - 5.30pm | 9.5 hours | Destination: Ōamaru (4-hour stop)
Step aboard The Victorian Extended for a day of festive fun in Ōamaru
Train Trip Highlights:
- Visit Ōamaru during one of their many vibrant annual festivals. Whether you're a jazz and blues enthusiast, fascinated by life in the 1880s, or curious about the quirky world of Steampunk, there’s a festival for everyone in this unique North Otago town.
- Need a break during the festivities? Explore the Steampunk Museum, stroll the charming Victorian Precinct, and browse the boutique shops and galleries that make Ōamaru truly one of a kind.
Ōamaru Festival Line Up
November 2025 | Victorian Heritage Celebrations 2025: Ōamaru Noir - Scoundrels, Secrets and Shadows
The Extended Victorian departs Dunedin at 8am, Saturday 15 November
- Dress in period costume and step back into the 1880s
- Enjoy street performances, markets, penny-farthings and parades
- Click here to learn more
March 2026 | Harbour Street Jazz & Blues Festival
The Extended Victorian departs Dunedin at 8am, Saturday 21 March
- Live jazz, blues and soul performances in the town's historic heart
- Pop-up bars, late-night gigs and laid-back festival vibes
- Click here to learn more
June 2026 | Steampunk NZ Festival
The Extended Victorian departs Dunedin at 8am, Saturday 30 May
- Join New Zealand’s quirkiest festival in full Steampunk attire
- Steampunk fashion shows, markets, tea duelling, and museum exhibitions
- Click here to learn more
Every trip includes
- A scenic rail journey along Dunedin’s stunning coastline
- Live onboard storyteller sharing local stories and insights
- Please note: train tickets do not include bus/private transfers or any festival event tickets
Getting to the Victorian Precinct
- The train will stop at the Ōamaru Train Station which is a 10 minute walk from the Victorian Precinct (click here for map)
- Sometimes there is a bus between the station and Ōamaru's town centre for a small fee.
Additional information
- All tickets are sold as: GST inclusive and subject to Terms & Conditions.