The best time for the blowholes to perform at their best at Punakaiki Rocks is for the following to be at optimum.

At the peak of high tide, and an on-shore wind blowing the waves into shore. If both of those things are happening you should get a good show.

Happenings this year

February

Solid Energy Coast Kids' Triathlon Series 2010 - Sunday 28th
The Solid Energy Coast Kids Triathlon Series is about getting out there training, giving it your best shot on race day and having heaps of fun.

Billy T K Snr and Friends - Sunday 28th Granity
New Zealand guitar legend Billy T K Snr is coming to the west coast, bringing with him the songs and spirit of the summer festivals he has recently been playing.

March

Art In the Park, Greymouth, 6 March 2010
Art in the Parks aim in holding a celebration of Arts is to showcase the wonderful artistic and creative talent to be found on the West Coast. There are very many visual artists on the West Coast ranging from painters to sculptors and everything in between.

2010 Wildfoods Festival, Hokitika, 12 - 13 March
The Wildfoods Festival is gearing up for their 21st Birthday Party next year and so far it≠s looking like it will be The Event to be at over the summer.

The 21st Birthday is traditionally a biggie≠ as far as birthdays go, and the theme for the 2010 Wildfoods Festival is: Bring Your Party to Our Party.

Grumpy Old Women - Regent Theatre, Greymouth Thu 18 Mar
From Cardiff to Canberra and now New Zealand, women of a certain age can finally unite behind a common fear of graying hairs and sagging rears.

April

South Westland Triathlon, Hokitika, 10 April
The South Westland Triathlon is now in its 21st year and continues to welcome novices and experts alike!

Around Brunner Cycle Ride, Greymouth, 17 April
Around Brunner is a real good 130kms on sealed roads that go through the most wicked scenery the West Coast has to offer.