Star Insure Howick Village HOP 2025
Star Insure Howick Village ‘HOP’ – Saturday 11 October 2025
Get ready to rev your engines and rock around the clock in Howick Village on Saturday, 11 October 2025, from 9.00am to 2.30pm. Picton Street will be buzzing as it transforms into a celebration of chrome, culture, and community!
This year’s Star Insure Howick Village HOP promises something for everyone – a show-stopping display of hot rods and classic cars, live rock and roll music, street entertainment, trade stalls, local art, delicious food vendors, and of course, our iconic Saturday village market.
We’re proud to have the continued support of Star Insure and Mother’s Polishes, and thrilled to unveil some exciting new additions for 2025 – including the spectacular Smokey and the Bandit Kenworth rig, vintage caravans, and even a vintage boat on display!
So dust off your leather jackets, swing into your retro best, and head to Howick for a day filled with nostalgia, horsepower, and good old-fashioned fun.
📱 Follow us on Facebook at Star Insure Howick Village HOP
📧 Enquiries: events@howickvillage.co.nz
Don’t miss it – this is one event worth the drive!
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We want to know: Should mining projects like this move ahead?
Keen to dig deeper? Mike White has the scoop.
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53.4% Yes
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46.6% No
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