Settle in. Stay a little longer. Enjoy the Bay of Islands.
Cruz’n The Bayz brings a great energy to Northland in early March, drawing classic car and bike enthusiasts to the Bay of Islands and Kerikeri.
Treghan Lodge is ideal for turning the event into a longer, unhurried escape. Enjoy the atmosphere during the festival, then linger for quieter roads, coastal drives, galleries, dining and slow mornings back at your own private base.
The Treghan Stay
Private, self-contained luxury guesthouses
Peaceful garden setting just minutes from Kerikeri
Breakfast provisions included for relaxed mornings
Easy access to Paihia, Waitangi and cruise routes
Secure parking and easy in-and-out access each day
This is a stay designed for lively days out, followed by quiet, comfortable evenings back at base.
Stay Dates
Tuesday 3 – Tuesday 10 March 2026
Flexible stays within this window – arrive before the event begins, or linger after it wraps up – part of the experience.
A Longer-Stay Bonus
Guests staying within the Cruz’n The Bayz getaway window can enjoy:
Stay 4, Pay 3 – one night complimentary when booking four nights
A small welcome treat on arrival
The option to request a late checkout, subject to availability
A simple way to slow the pace and make the most of your time in the Bay of Islands. (4-for-3 applies to direct bookings only.)
About Cruz’n The Bayz
Cruz’n The Bayz runs from Thursday 5 to Sunday 8 March 2026, with classic cars and bikes cruising Northland’s coastal and rural roads, town displays, live music and community events across the Bay of Islands.
Highlights typically include the Kerikeri Klassic Car Show, cruise days through surrounding towns, and evening activity in Paihia.
The event is free for spectators, with registration available for participants bringing a vehicle.
Event Programme Snapshot
(Indicative – final timings confirmed by event organisers)
Thursday 5 March
Arrival day and informal meet-and-greet, with a relaxed social start to the weekend.
Friday 6 March
Cruise day through Northland’s coastal and rural roads, including Whangaroa and Te Ngaere Bay, followed by evening entertainment and night cruising.
Saturday 7 March
Kerikeri Klassic Car Show at the Kerikeri Domain, with vehicles on display, a lively community atmosphere and evening activity in Paihia.
Sunday 8 March
Final cruise and street-festival atmosphere in Paihia, with prize-giving and farewells.
Spectators & Participants
- Spectators: All public events, cruises and displays are free to attend and easy to enjoy without a vehicle.
Participants: Vehicle registration is available for those bringing a classic car or bike, providing access to organised cruises and participant activities.
Many visitors look for accommodation in Kerikeri or the Bay of Islands during Cruz’n The Bayz, as events are spread across the region.
Why Treghan and Cruz’n The Bayz Work Well as a Longer Stay
With activity spread across several towns and days, Cruz’n The Bayz suits guests who aren’t rushing.
Treghan Lodge provides a calm, central base that makes a longer stay easy and enjoyable.
Staying a little longer allows time for:
quieter roads outside peak event times
relaxed mornings and unhurried evenings
enjoying the Bay of Islands beyond the festival itself
