Paekakariki In The Park - A Free Music Festival

Little Rock Productions presents the inaugural Paekakariki In The Park, a celebration of music and Paekakariki’s famous hospitality in the beautiful seaside location of Campbell Park.

Saturday features Lyttleton Harbour's country folk legends The Eastern, the exquisite indie folk sounds of Rosy Tin Teacaddy, 2010 APRA Best Country Song winner Matt Langley, virtuoso jazz-funk with brass section from Paekakariki's Pavlova, and acoustic reggae-dub from Kapiti youth band Jomba.

On Sunday from 12 to 2, world-famous-in-Paekakariki The Fat Teddies will host a picnic for young families and play their delightful folk favourites. Teddy bears and other friendly folks are especially welcome.

The stage is located at upper Campbell Park, Wellington Rd. Access is also via The Parade. Sideshows in lower Campbell Park on Saturday include a mini-train, bouncy castle, merry-go-round, slip-n-slide and carnival games.

Food stalls will complement the two BBQs provided for those who fancy a BYO cook-up. Superyum hangi presales are available from the Paekakariki Cafe 042928860. Alternately, bring a hamper.

Other things to bring: togs for the slip-n-slide plus skateboards/rollerblades/scooters for a session at the skate park with the most beautiful view in the country.

Campbell Park is a five minute stroll from Paekakariki's historic train station which has a charming railway museum and specialist bookshop located within it. The village has a range of accommodation to suit all budgets and a small but all-you-need range of shops for your weekend supplies. Kapiti's wider attractions are also easily accessible from your Paekakariki base. See links.

Contact: Helen Keivom 0272584251, Janet Holborow 0272961628

*This is a SunSmart event. Grateful thanks to Kapiti Coast District Council, Porirua City Council, Cancer Society, Elizabeth Taylor Graphics, Marianne Tavenier and Ceinwin Kingsbeer at RE/MAX Villa Real Estate, Paekakariki Scouts, Radio Network, and the people of Paekakariki.

Event listed by Helen K

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