Northland Anniversary Day 2027 falls on Monday January 25, creating a summer long weekend in Northland. Kerigold Chalets at 326 Kerikeri Road sits in the heart of it: Charlie's Rock 5 minutes, Bay of Islands 20 minutes, Matauri Bay beach 30 minutes. Private orchard chalets. Book early, summer fills fast.
Late January is the height of the Northland summer. Hot days, long evenings, Bay of Islands at peak capacity, river swimming every afternoon. Northland Anniversary Day extends the weekend for everyone in the region.
Late January in Kerikeri is typically 25-30 degrees. Long days, warm evenings. The height of the New Zealand summer holiday season.
The Kerikeri River at its warmest. Rock jumping and river swimming 5 minutes from the property. A local summer tradition.
Dolphin watching, island cruises, 144 islands in turquoise water. Summer peak conditions, book cruises in advance.
North-facing ocean beach, 30 minutes from Kerigold. Warm January sea temperatures, good surf and swimming.
Summer base in the orchard →
Long summer evenings outside →
Avocado orchard in January →
Three days: a day at the Bay of Islands, a beach day north, a market morning, and a river swim in the afternoon. All within range of Kerigold.
| Activity | Distance | Drive | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charlie's Rock swimming | 3 km | 5 min | River swimming, peak summer conditions |
| Packhouse Market | 1.5 km | 3 min | Saturday morning before the holiday |
| Bay of Islands cruise | 20 km | 20 min | Dolphin watching, peak summer season |
| Matauri Bay beach | 30 km | 30 min | Ocean beach, summer swim |
| Waitangi Treaty Grounds | 20 km | 20 min | Historic precinct, cultural site |
| Winery visits | 5-15 km | 10-15 min | Summer tastings, Marsden Estate |
Northland Anniversary Day 2027: Monday January 25. Northland regional public holiday only. Summer peak season, hot conditions typical.
The famous Kerikeri Saturday morning market is 1.5km from the property. Summer produce, food stalls. A good start to the long weekend.
20 minutes from Kerigold. Cultural performances and museum open year-round. A meaningful addition to a Bay of Islands summer visit.
Late January is Kerikeri's peak season. Accommodation fills months ahead. Call 09 407 3200 or book online early.
Self-cater and save on food costs during longer stays. Most of our accommodation has a stovetop, microwave, fridge, and all cookware. Make proper coffee in the morning without going anywhere.
"Northland Anniversary Day long weekend at Kerigold was exactly right. Peak summer, Charlie's Rock in the afternoon, Bay of Islands cruise the next day, chalets had everything we needed."The Campbell Family, Auckland · Google ★★★★★
Summer long weekend, Bay of Islands 20 min, Charlie's Rock 5 min. Private orchard chalets. Book early.