Sports and Recreation
Keep active and 'push play' while visiting Manawatu. You will love the variety of events and recreation ideas in Palmerston North and the wider region, in some of the best venues and facilities in New Zealand.
Manfeild Park
Manfeild Park is considered one of New Zealand's most diverse venues, annually hosting a range of events from National and International motor racing, road shows, agricultural and pastoral shows,... read more
New Zealand Rugby Museum
Welcome to the New Zealand Rugby Museum, the oldest and arguably the first museum in the world devoted to the oval ball code. It contains New Zealand's biggest and most comprehensive collection of... read more
Aorangi Experiences
Unique New Zealand hikes and guided walks incorporating a strong Maori Cultural Experience. Hikoi ki Paerau — “A walk into the distance, or time.” The name itself evokes a... read more
Arena Manawatu
Arena Manawatu has a deserved reputation as being both the busiest and most versatile events and activities complex in New Zealand. Handling around 8000 individual event/venue bookings annually,... read more
Awapuni Racing Centre
Awapuni racecourse is the home of four local racing Clubs - Manawatu Racing Club, Marton Jockey Club, Feilding Jockey Club and Rangitikei Racing Club. The four Clubs operate jointly through... read more
Makino Aquatic Centre
The Makino Aquatic Centre offers: Heated indoor and outdoor pools, a fun, friendly environment with qualified staff, instructional opportunities with swim lessons for babies, pre-school,... read more
Makoura Lodge
Makoura Lodge Horse Treks and Trail Rides Makoura Horse Treks take you through bush clad farmland and views of the beautiful Ruahine Ranges. Treks are suitable for all ages and riding... read more
Rangatira Golf Club
Rangatira Golf Club is situated in the Rangitikei District on State Highway One 12 Km Norht of Hunterville. The course is on three levels with outstanding views of the scenic Rangitikei River. The... read more
