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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.

 

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