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Welcome to Kāpiti. Here the sun shines brighter, sunsets are unrivalled, all just a quick skip from the hustle and hurry of Wellington city.

Nau mai ki Kāpiti, Welcome to Kāpiti. Here the sun shines brighter, sunsets are unrivalled, all just a quick skip from the hustle and hurry of our capital city. Whether you're hitting the trails, chilling with a kawhe, or just enjoying the sand between your toes, our 40km slice of heaven is waiting for your footprints. So, pack your sunnies and your sense of freedom, because it's time to escape to a world where everyday feels like a holiday.

03/11/2026

Cheering from the sidelines counts as a weekend plan, too.

Make a day of supporting your runner, then stick around for a walk by the water, a good meal and a night away.

The Kāpiti Half is on this Sunday. Whether you're crossing the finish line or cheering someone on, there's more to enjoy while you're here.

31/10/2026

A finish line to work towards. A weekend away to look forward to.

The Kāpiti Half is coming up on 8 November, and there's plenty of reason to make more of the trip.

Bring your supporters. Book a night away. Find somewhere to refuel afterwards.

Run the race. Stay for the weekend.

29/10/2026

Here it is, your last chance to grab tickets 🎟️

Cleverly scheduled right within Kāpiti Coast Art Trail is WOW: Meet the Makers - where this week you can step inside the World of WearableArt® and hear from the people at the heart of the spectacle. Get in quick - limited VIP tix remaining 💚🧡

29/10/2026

You came in for a coffee.

Then spotted something in the cabinet. Stayed for another ten minutes. Asked a local where they'd go next.

Some of the best bits of a weekend happen when you don't head straight to the next stop. The best kind of detour.

Save a little time for exploring Kāpiti, one local favourite at a time.

27/10/2026

No shopping list. No particular destination.

Just a wander through town, a window that catches your eye and a little shop you hadn't noticed before.

Take your time exploring Kāpiti's towns. You never know what you'll find when you leave room for a detour. Here's few but there's much more to discover.

26/10/2026

Every good weekend needs a good breakfast.

Especially when you've earned it.

With the Kāpiti Half coming up on 8 November, it's a good time to start thinking about the important things: where you'll celebrate afterwards, where the coffee will be, and whether you're staying an extra night.

Your post-race plans are calling.

24/10/2026

Three days. Plenty of reasons to stay awhile.

Friday: arrive, unpack and find somewhere for dinner.

Saturday: take your time over breakfast, head out for a walk, browse the shops or discover something you didn't know was here.

Sunday: one last coffee before you head home.

No complicated plans required. Just a little more time to enjoy it.

Start planning your Kāpiti weekend through our itineraries.

23/10/2026

A studio you haven't visited before. An artist happy to tell you how it all began. A piece of work you keep thinking about long after you've left.

The Kāpiti Arts Trail is a chance to look a little closer at the people and creativity that make this place what it is.

Take your time. Follow your curiosity. Leave room for a detour.

And if you're visiting for the Trail, why not make a weekend of it?

22/10/2026

✨ WIN YOUR WAY INTO THE WORLD OF WOW! ✨

Fancy an evening of creativity, big ideas and the stories behind the spectacle?

We’re giving you the chance to win 2 tickets to WOW: Meet the Makers at Te Raukura ki Kāpiti on 30 October!

Hear from the creative minds behind World of WearableArt®, discover what goes on behind the scenes, and get inspired by the people who bring extraordinary ideas to life.

TO ENTER:
🎟️ Follow
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👯 Tag the person you’d bring along

Want an extra entry? Competition is open on both Facebook and Instagram so try your luck on both

📅 Competition closes Monday 26 October 11.59pm.
🏆 Winner announced Tuesday 27 October.
📍 WOW: Meet the Makers, Te Raukura ki Kāpiti, 30 October.

Good luck! ✨

This giveaway is not sponsored, endorsed or administered by Instagram.

20/10/2026

Wander a little longer.

The days are getting longer. The walks are getting warmer. And suddenly there's plenty of reason to take the scenic route.

Spring looks good on Kāpiti.

Where will you wander first?

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