Festival

New Zealand Machine Knitters Society has an annual festival. This is a several day event bringing together members from NZ and overseas for expert tutoring, fashion parades, competitions, trade stalls, tours and the National AGM. There are open times for the public to view the displays and trade stalls.

2024 Festival – Silver Needles

The 2024 annual festival is being hosted by the National Executive.

When: Events held on Tuesday 21st to Friday 24th May 2024.

Tuesday 21st Seminar & Workshops.
Wednesday 22nd Council Meeting, Workshops & Tour.
Thursday 23rd Workshops & Tours. Display open to the public 10am to 4pm.
Friday 24th Workshop, Tour, AGM & Final dinner. Display open to the public 10am to 12pm.


Where: El Rancho, 58 Weggery Drive, Waikanae

Festival Open Days

Curious about machine knitting and the NZMKS? Check out the displays, trade stalls or have a chat at the Festival open days.

Open to the public: Thursday 23rd May 2024 – 10am to 4pm
Friday 24th May 2024 – 10am to 12pm

Where: El Rancho, 58 Weggery Drive, Waikanae