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Festival Name
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Description
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Summer City Programme:
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Held from January to February, Wellington.
A series of festivals around the city.
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Marlborough Food & Wine Festival:
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Held on the 2nd week of February, Blenheim.
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International Festival of the Arts:
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Held in February, during even-numbered years only, Wellington.
An entire month of national and international culture
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Golden Shears Sheep-Shearing Contest:
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Held in March, Masterton.
A must for lovers of sheep, scat and sweat.
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Canterbury Show Week:
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Held in November, Christchurch.
Must see : Agricultural exhibits, rides and local entertainment.
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