Pioneer Village Kaikohe

Pioneer Village Kaikohe Nestled in the heart of Kaikohe the Pioneer Village has something for everyone. History and Heritage.

Extensive collection of buildings, machinery, artefacts and changing displays. New Zealands oldest standing courthouse ,1875 cottage, 1886 Church..... A collection of settlers buildings in which are displayed some local treasures and taonga.

Join us for a sketch session this Friday, 7th November at 9:30am at Pioneer Village Kaikohe. Sasha Russell Art with Sash...
05/11/2025

Join us for a sketch session this Friday, 7th November at 9:30am at Pioneer Village Kaikohe. Sasha Russell Art with Sasha Pioneer Village Kaikohe

📢 Notice: Pioneer Village Kaikohe Closed TodayDue to tree felling work taking place on-site, Pioneer Village will be clo...
04/11/2025

📢 Notice: Pioneer Village Kaikohe Closed Today
Due to tree felling work taking place on-site, Pioneer Village will be closed today for safety reasons. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to welcoming you back soon!
Stay safe and thank you for your continued support 🌲🏡

📣 **FREE ENTRY DAY – THURSDAY 23 OCTOBER** 📣 Pioneer Village Kaikohe is supporting our tamariki during the national tea...
20/10/2025

📣 **FREE ENTRY DAY – THURSDAY 23 OCTOBER** 📣
Pioneer Village Kaikohe is supporting our tamariki during the national teacher strike!

School might be out, but learning doesn’t stop!
We’re opening our gates FREE of charge from 10am to 2pm so our local whānau can explore the rich history right on their doorstep.

What to expect:
Self-directed learning (worksheets, word finds, seek & search)
A chance to explore the village and connect with our past
Bring your picnic lunch, your gardening tools if you like – make a day of it!

Important:
This is not a drop-off or babysitting service. Tamariki must be accompanied by an adult – bring your Nanny, Koro, Mum, Dad, or whoever is home with you today.

Let’s turn this day into an opportunity to learn, explore, and connect 🌿📜
We can’t wait to welcome you!


Steam Up Your Skills!Pioneer Village Kaikohe is looking for new volunteers!Are you passionate about heritage machinery? ...
15/10/2025

Steam Up Your Skills!
Pioneer Village Kaikohe is looking for new volunteers!

Are you passionate about heritage machinery? Keen to learn the art of steam? We’re on the lookout for enthusiastic individuals willing to train and earn their steam ticket to operate our beloved Burrell steam traction engine.

🛠️ What’s Involved?

· Hands-on experience with a working steam engine
· Training and support toward gaining your steam ticket
· Opportunities to be part of public events and heritage displays
· Be part of a team preserving Northland’s living history

📜 What We’re Looking For:

· Willingness to learn and commit time to training
· A love for heritage machinery and community spirit
· Reliability and a safety-first mindset

Whether you're young or young-at-heart, if you’ve got the spark, we’ve got the steam!

Interested? Get in touch with Operator: Phil Wilson 027 870 0138 or pop in for a chat at Pioneer Village Kaikohe.

Hey car lovers — it’s time to shine up your ride and hit the road for a festive car meet with a purpose! Join the Journ...
13/10/2025

Hey car lovers — it’s time to shine up your ride and hit the road for a festive car meet with a purpose!
Join the Journey and the community for a Xmas themed cruise in and fundraiser Village Kaikohe

We’re raising funds to expand our train and agricultural shed, creating a hands-on educational space featuring a model railway and interactive exhibits for tamariki.

🚘 What’s in it for you:
- Park up with fellow classic, custom & hot rod owners
- Enjoy a laid-back day and ride the polar express
- Be part of a community cause that supports local heritage

Pioneer Village Kaikohe
10am – 2pm | Saturday 6th December

👉 Interested in bringing your car ? for more details contact ROZ 02102939205

🖤🎃 **HALLOWEEN AT PIONEER VILLAGE – CANCELLED** 🎃🖤Kia ora whānau,It’s with heavy hearts that we announce this year’s Hal...
13/10/2025

🖤🎃 **HALLOWEEN AT PIONEER VILLAGE – CANCELLED** 🎃🖤

Kia ora whānau,

It’s with heavy hearts that we announce this year’s Halloween event at Pioneer Village will not be going ahead.

We want to sincerely thank those who offered help and support — your willingness to step up means the world to us. Unfortunately, we didn’t receive enough commitments to run the event safely and successfully.

We know this will be disappointing for many, and believe us, we’re just as sad. Halloween at the Village has always been a highlight — full of laughter, spooky fun, and community spirit. We love doing it, and we love seeing you all enjoy it.

We wish you all a safe, spooky, and fun-filled Halloween with your whānau. Dress up, share treats, and make some magical memories together. 🎃👻🕸️

With aroha,
The Pioneer Village Kaikohe Team





📣 PRESS RELEASE – Pioneer Village Halloween Event 2025Date: Tuesday, 7 October 2025 From: Pioneer Village Kaikohe Opera...
06/10/2025

📣 PRESS RELEASE – Pioneer Village Halloween Event 2025
Date: Tuesday, 7 October 2025
From: Pioneer Village Kaikohe Operations Team

Subject: Halloween at Pioneer Village – Community Support Needed or Event Will Be Cancelled

To our wonderful community,

Each year, Pioneer Village has proudly hosted a fun-filled Halloween event that brings families together for an evening of spooky excitement, themed buildings, treats, and community spirit. It’s one of our favourite events to run, and we know many of you look forward to it just as much as we do.

Unfortunately, this year’s event is at risk of not going ahead.

Despite reaching out to local schools and community groups earlier in the year to invite participation, we have received no responses. Many of our usual supporters are unavailable due to other commitments, and our small team of dedicated volunteers simply does not have the capacity to deliver the Halloween experience you’ve come to enjoy.

Halloween is just 23 days away, and we need your help.

To make this event happen, we need:
- 10 groups or 20 individuals to take on a building, decorate it to a Halloween theme, and provide treats or tricks.

- Each building requires 2 characters to host for the 2-hour event duration.

- We recommend preparing 1,000 treats per building.

- Set-up can be done on Thursday 30th or Friday 31st October.

- Entry for treaters will remain at $5.00, which goes directly back into the upkeep and development of the Village.

We’re also looking for:
- A DJ willing to entertain from **5pm–7pm** (volunteer basis).
- Food stall holders – free to set up inside the Village. A great chance to serve dinner to families enjoying the evening.

Please remember: this is a family event, not a drop-and-run. We ask all attendees to bring their best manners and community spirit.

If we receive enough confirmed support by Monday 13th October, we will proceed with the event. If not, we will sadly have to cancel.

We truly love hosting Halloween at Pioneer Village, but we cannot do it alone. Let’s keep the tradition alive we need you.

Thank you in advance,
Pioneer Village Kaikohe Operations Team

📣 Important Notice: Temporary Closure - Friday 26th SeptemberPioneer Village Kaikohe will be closed this Friday, 26th Se...
24/09/2025

📣 Important Notice:
Temporary Closure - Friday 26th September

Pioneer Village Kaikohe will be closed this Friday, 26th September for our annual borer treatment.

🪲 What is borer treatment?
Borer are wood-boring insects that can cause serious damage to timber structures and heritage collections. Their larvae tunnel through wood, weakening buildings and artifacts over time.

🏠 Why are we doing this?
This treatment is a vital part of our preservation efforts. It helps protect our historic buildings and valuable collections from long-term damage, ensuring they remain safe and intact for future generations to enjoy.

We appreciate your understanding and support as we carry out this important work. The Village will reopen as usual on Monday.

Ngā mihi nui,
The Pioneer Village Kaikohe Team

So far Its has been a remarkable month here at the village. The Kaikohe Community Arts Council hosted an exciting sculpt...
24/09/2025

So far Its has been a remarkable month here at the village.

The Kaikohe Community Arts Council hosted an exciting sculpture display throughout the village, with many pieces still on display for last weeks Wild West - featuring the creative talents of local artists, schools, and community members.

The art visit by students from Pakaraka School and Taumarere Kura was a highlight of the event.

Gratitude is expressed to the Kaikohe Community Arts Council for bringing this outstanding art into the village. Looking forward to the next one🤩

🤠🌞 Wild West Fun at the Village! 🌞🤠A massive THANK YOU to our amazing village volunteers, Max and the band for the fanta...
23/09/2025

🤠🌞 Wild West Fun at the Village! 🌞🤠
A massive THANK YOU to our amazing village volunteers, Max and the band for the fantastic entertainment, and Terry from the Kaikohe Bowling Club for providing the perfect saloon setting! 🎶🍻
To all our wonderful stall holders — your creativity and energy brought the event to life. And to our incredible Kaikohe community, thank you for showing up and making the day truly special. Your support means the world to us! 💛
The weather was absolutely perfect, and the Wild West spirit was alive and kicking all day long. We couldn’t have asked for a better celebration!

Address

1a Recreation Road, Kaikohe
Ngapuhi
0405

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 2pm
Tuesday 10am - 2pm
Wednesday 10am - 2pm
Thursday 10am - 2pm
Friday 10am - 2pm

Telephone

+6494010816

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