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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. 

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